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Watson and Crick with their DNA model
COMMERCIAL USE REQUIRES CLEARANCE. The discoverers of the structure of DNA. James Watson (b.1928) at left and Francis Crick (1916-2004), with their model of part of a DNA molecule in 1953

Richard Feynman, caricature C015 / 6715
Richard Feynman (1918-1988). Caricature of the American theoretical physicist Richard Phillips Feynman. As a young man, Feynman worked on the American atomic bomb project at Los Alamos

E. Rutherford in the Cavendish Laboratory
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937, right) seen in the Cavendish Laboratory at Cambridge University

Albert Einstein. Computer illustration of the German-American physicist Albert Einstein (1879- 1955) seen with an astronomical artwork and equations including E=mc2

E. Rutherford together with Niels Bohr
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (left) with the Danish physicist Niels Bohr. Their work greatly contributed to improve the understanding of the atomic structure

Watson and Crick, DNA discovers
Watson and Crick. Caricature of the molecular biologists and discoverers of the structure of DNA James Watson (born 1928, left) and Francis Crick (1916-2004), with their model of a DNA molecule

Computer artwork of Albert Einstein and E=mc2

Les Diables Bleus - 21st Regiment of the Chasseurs Alpins
Les Diables Bleus - the 21st Regiment of the Chasseurs Alpins. A platoon on a mountain path by a stream. Pierre Comba (1859-1934)

Erwin Schrodinger, caricature C013 / 7591
Erwin Schrodinger (1887-1961). Caricature of the Austrian physicist Erwin Schrodinger holding a cat. In 1926, Schrodinger published a series of papers that founded the science of quantum wave

Pierre Curie, French physicist
Pierre Curie (1859-1906), Nobel Prize-winning French physicist. Curie studied at the Sorbonne in Paris, where he subsequently became an assistant teacher

Private John Caffrey VC
Illustration recording the VC action of Private John Joseph Caffrey VC (1891-1953) at La Brique, France in November 1915. His citation reads as follows: On 16 November 1915 near La Brique, France

Michael O Leary V. C. WW1
Major Michael John O Leary VC (29 September 1890 2 August 1961), Irish recipient of the Victoria Cross, the most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to

Captain F. O. Grenfell V. C. of the 9th Lancers
Grenfell was 33 years old, and a Captain in the 9th (Queens Royal) Lancers, British Army during the First World War when the following deed during the Action of Elouges took place for which he was

Portrait of physicist Ernest Rutherford, 1917

E. Rutherford and his wife at Trinity College
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937) and his wife Mary Newton at Trinity College in Cambridge (1921)

E. Rutherford with his wife and daughter in a boat
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937), considered to be the father of nuclear physics. He identified three types of radiations produced by radioactive decay which he called

Ivan Pavlov, Russian physiologist, born Ryazan on September 14, 1849, died Leningrad on February 27, 1936, photographed (centre) with dog during a demonstration

Corporate J. L. Dawson VC
Corporal James Lennox Dawson VC of the Royal Engineers (1891-1967) pictured performing the action for which he was awarded the Victoria Cross in October 1915

Wedding of Captain La Touche Congreve V. C
Marriage of Captain (later Major) William La Touche Congreve to Miss Pamela Maude, the daughter of actor Cyril Maude. Major Congreve was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions at at Longueval

Antiproton discovery team. Group portrait of the team that discovered the antiproton in 1955. Seen here from left to right are; Emilio Segre, Clyde Wiegand

Andrei Sakharov, Russian physicist C013 / 9158
Andrei Sakharov (1921-1989). Historical portrait of Russian nuclear physicist Andrei Dmitrievich Sakharov (left) in the Kremlin Palace of Congresses, Moscow, Russia

Healthy heart, conceptual image
MODEL RELEASED. Healthy heart. Conceptual image of a healthy heart diagnosis represented by a doctor giving a patient a heart shape

E. Rutherford with his granddaughter (1931)
The New Zealand born physicist Sir Ernest Rutherford (1871-1937) with his granddaughter Elisabeth Fowler (1931). In 1903, together with F

Portrait of Pavel Cerenkov
Pavel Cerenkov, Russian physicist, born Voronezh Guberniya on August 10, 1904, photographed (on right) at the controls of a synchrotron at the Institute of Physics of the Soviet Academy of Science

Russian physicist Pavel Cerenkov

Trinidad Postman
A postman in the (then) British colony of Trinidad is offered a pineapple by a grateful recipient of mail

Merchants in a trade, 14th century
5959936 Merchants in a trade, 14th century; (add.info.: Merchants in a trade, miniature in 'Statuti Mercanti', illuminated manuscript, 14th century); Index Fototeca.

Mexica, Nayarit, Molcajete Recipient

Mexican Molcajetes Decorating Wall

WW2 Royal Air Force Greetings Card
A small WW2 greetings card wishing the recipient good luck. The card is complete with a Royal Air Force blue ribbon and an attached metallic horse shoe. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Greetings Card, Touch Wood!
A small WW2 greetings card wishing the recipient good luck. The card is complete with a red, white and blue ribbon and the shape of a ship made out of wood. Touch wood for luck! Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Spitfire Greetings Card
A small WW2 greetings card wishing the recipient good luck. The illustration shows some crossed Union Jack and Royal Air Force flags, the card has a metallic Spitfire fighter plane attached

WW2 Good Luck Greetings Card
A small WW2 greetings card wishing the recipient good luck through the imagery of a black cat, the card includes a metallic horseshoe to represent the letter C in Luck. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Christmas Card, Royal Navy Seagulls
A WW2 Christmas greetings card, the illustration shows a procession of seagulls in flight, wearing sailor hats, wishing the recipient good luck. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Birthday Card, Bags Of Good Luck
A WW2 birthday greetings card, wishing the recipient good luck with the presence of black cats. The image shows a smiling General Post Office worker delivering the mail. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 Greetings Card, Westland Lysanders
A WW2 greetings card complete with a red ribbon, wishing the recipient the best of luck. The illustration shows a trio of Westland Lysander British army cooperation aircraft in flight

The Judgement Of Paris
This illustration is a depiction of the Greek mythological story of The Judgement of Paris, this scene represents the goddess of Discord, Eris, holding the golden apple

RMS Titanic - Arthur Williams, storekeeper and victim
RMS Titanic - signed photo postcard written by First Class storekeeper and victim Arthur John Williams. The postcard was postally used on 24 December 1909

Stevens silk postcard of King Edward V11
Stevens silk postcards are much sought for by collectors. This one, addressed to My Darling, carries an apology for an earlier card sent through the mail at a halfpenny

Corporal A. Drake VC
A sketch giving an impression of the VC action of Corporal Alfred George Drake of the Rifle Brigade. His citation reads For most conspicuous bravery on the night of 23rd Nov

The Letter (oil on panel)
476650 The Letter (oil on panel) by Portielje, Edward (1861-1949); 46.4x36.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Hubert Herkomer (engraving)
1059930 Hubert Herkomer (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hubert Herkomer, Recipient of one of the Grand Medals of Honour awarded to the Art Section of)

Otto de Guericke cherchant a faire le vide dans une barrique, Second recipient employe par Otto de Guericke pour faire
3644615 Otto de Guericke cherchant a faire le vide dans une barrique, Second recipient employe par Otto de Guericke pour faire le vide (engraving) by French School

Mr Mark Addy (engraving)
1058764 Mr Mark Addy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Mark Addy, Recipient of the Albert Medal for Saving Life)

Mr Popplestone, the First Recipient of the Albert Medal (engraving)
1099180 Mr Popplestone, the First Recipient of the Albert Medal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Popplestone, the First Recipient of the Albert Medal)

The Post Office Bristol, Arrival of the London Mail, from The English Spy
STC255131 The Post Office Bristol, Arrival of the London Mail, from The English Spy, by Charles Molloy Westmacott (1788-1868) published London, 1825 (colour litho) by Cruikshank

Our Artists Impressions of the Cattle Show at the Royal Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving)
1055236 Our Artists Impressions of the Cattle Show at the Royal Agricultural Hall, Islington (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Indian Postman
An Indian postman delivers mail personally to a high- ranking recipient, attended by a servant with a fly-swat. Date: circa 1900

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Life: Celebrating the Pioneers in Science" In a world driven by curiosity and relentless pursuit of knowledge, these remarkable individuals have left an indelible mark on scientific history. From Watson and Crick's groundbreaking discovery of DNA structure to Albert Einstein's revolutionary theory of relativity encapsulated in E=mc2, their contributions have shaped our understanding of the universe. Richard Feynman, with his infectious enthusiasm for physics, continues to inspire generations through his caricature C015/6715. Meanwhile, Erwin Schrodinger's famous thought experiment challenges our perception of reality even today (as depicted in caricature C013/7591). The Cavendish Laboratory witnessed the brilliance of E. Rutherford as he unraveled the mysteries hidden within atoms. Pierre Curie's tireless dedication to research paved the way for advancements in radioactivity studies. Not limited to scientific pursuits alone, Captain F. O. Grenfell V. C. , Michael O'Leary V. C. , and Les Diables Bleus - 21st Regiment of Chasseurs Alpins exemplify bravery and valor during times of war. As we reflect upon their achievements, let us remember that science is not just about equations or experiments; it is about pushing boundaries and challenging conventional wisdom. These recipients remind us that innovation knows no bounds – whether it be unraveling life's fundamental building blocks or redefining our understanding of space-time. Their legacies continue to inspire future generations who dare to dream big and venture into uncharted territories – all in pursuit of expanding human knowledge and shaping a better tomorrow.