Modernised Collection

LFDCA-LFB Lambeth HQ and Lambeth river station
A modernised Lambeth river fire station and the new fireboat London Phoenix, seen here from the north bank of the River Thames

Pendolino tilting train
A Pendolino tilting train, heading to London, tilts as it rounds a bend on the West Coast main line near Wolverton station, Bucks

HMS Warrior R31
Royal Navy - HMS Warrior R31, a Colossus-class light aircraft carrier, in March 1946. (Warrior was loaned to the Royal Canadian Navy from 1946 to 1948 as HMCS Warrior)

Modernisation of the street jobs, the knife grinder in his car, illustration
XIR346516 Modernisation of the street jobs, the knife grinder in his car, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 3rd September 1911 (colour litho) by French School

HMS Argus 149
Royal Navy - HMS Argus 149, an aircraft carrier, seen in March 1939. Argus served from 1918 to 1944. After commissioning, the ship was involved for several years in the development of the optimum

DCH291307
Gloucester Dock at night

HMS Valiant Modernised Tripod Foremast Big Tower Bridge
EDITORIAL HMS Valiant. Seen here modernised on a similar line to "Queen Elizabeth". A tripod foremast is combined with a big tower bridge, and the starboard aircraft crane is visible

Monte Carlo - Grand Hotel - Modernised in 1934. Date: circa 1934

Switzerland - The Rhine Bridge at Constance
Coloured lantern slide of a view across the Old Rhine Bridge in Konstanz, Germany. The modern day bridge is a combined road and railway bridge and was built in 1938

Movement of revolt in China, evolution of the Chinese army, illustration from Le
XIR414750 Movement of revolt in China, evolution of the Chinese army, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 29th October 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Modernisation of China, Chinese having their pigtail cut off in Shanghai, illustration
XIR346509 Modernisation of China, Chinese having their pigtail cut off in Shanghai, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 5th February 1911 (colour litho) by French School

Annexe built on Westminster Abbey for George VI coronation
The large annexe built onto Westminster Abbey in order to provide extra space for marshalling the coronation procession of King George VI

Chinese Soldier, 1937
A Chinese soldier during the Second Sino-Japanese war: a private of the modernised armies maintained by the central Government of China. Date: August 1937

Twee Farmhouse
An old farmhouse, grotesquely modernised with rather twee shutters and a picket fence, Halewood, Lancashire, England. Date: 19th century

LONGLANDS FARMHOUSE
Longlands, an old farmhouse at Hennock, near Newton Abbot, Devon, England. It is probably a medieval hall-house of late 15th century origin, modernised in about 1600. Date: 15th & 16th century

Military - Turkey
Apart from the modernised Turkish army, her forces comprise various troops from different regions of Turkey. Date: 1908

Wareham Granary
The Old Granary at Wareham, Dorset, converted into a Tea House, with St. Marys Church behind and the River Frome in front

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"Embracing the Future: A Glimpse into Modernised Marvels" The sleek and efficient Pendolino tilting train revolutionizes the way we travel, combining speed and comfort in one remarkable package. At the heart of Lambeth, a new era dawns as LFDCA-LFB Lambeth HQ and Lambeth river station stand tall, embodying modernization at its finest. Witness the transformation of street jobs as traditional trades adapt to the times - behold the knife grinder in his car, a symbol of innovation on wheels. Step aboard HMS Warrior R31, an emblematic vessel that showcases how modernization has propelled naval technology forward with its state-of-the-art features. HMS Argus 149 takes flight as it epitomizes progress in aviation technology, paving the way for future advancements in aerial warfare. Monte Carlo's Grand Hotel stands as a testament to modernized luxury, blending classic elegance with contemporary amenities for an unforgettable experience. Behold Switzerland's Rhine Bridge at Constance - a marvel of engineering that exemplifies how infrastructure can be transformed through modernization efforts. DCH291307 captures the essence of urban renewal; witness cities evolving through architectural transformations that breathe new life into their landscapes. Experience awe-inspiring sights like never before with HMS Valiant Modernised Tripod Foremast Big Tower Bridge - where tradition meets innovation against London's iconic skyline.