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Safely Collection (#2)

Safely navigating through history's challenges - a glimpse into moments of triumph and resilience

Background imageSafely Collection: Waves break in predawn hours at Valentia Island Lighthouse on Cromwell Point, Valentia, Ireland

Waves break in predawn hours at Valentia Island Lighthouse on Cromwell Point, Valentia, Ireland
Waves breaking in predawn hours at Valentia Island Lighthouse on Cromwell Point, built on the site of the 17th century Cromwell Fleetwood Fort; Valentia, County Kerry, Ireland

Background imageSafely Collection: Pray God Bring Father Safely Home Julia Margaret

Pray God Bring Father Safely Home Julia Margaret
Pray God Bring Father Safely Home; Julia Margaret Cameron (British, born India, 1815 - 1879), Alvin Langdon Coburn (British, born America, 1882 - 1966); Freshwater, Isle of Wight

Background imageSafely Collection: Arrived Safely - Thanks to British Convoys, WW2

Arrived Safely - Thanks to British Convoys, WW2
Arrived Safely - Thanks to British Convoys. Wartime flyer from World War Two showing civilian ships escorted safely across the sea by British planes and destroyers. Date: World War Two

Background imageSafely Collection: Airport - Hong Kong

Airport - Hong Kong - Safely on the ground with mountain we dropped over. Date: 1952

Background imageSafely Collection: Fridtjof Nansen and Hjalmar Johansen head for the North Pole

Fridtjof Nansen and Hjalmar Johansen head for the North Pole
Illustration showing Fridtjof Nansen and Hjalmar Johansen waving goodbye to the Fram as they set out in an attempt to reach the North Pole on skis, March 1895

Background imageSafely Collection: RAF 22 Squadron Search and Rescue helicopter

RAF 22 Squadron Search and Rescue helicopter
A 22 Squadron Royal Air Force Search and Rescue helicopter, based at Thorney Island near Chichester, West Sussex, lands safely

Background imageSafely Collection: French Prison Guard

French Prison Guard
A prison guard in a French prison ensures that a cell is safely under lock and key. Date: early 1930s

Background imageSafely Collection: Wales, Uk, 1883, the Ascent of Snowdon: 1

Wales, Uk, 1883, the Ascent of Snowdon: 1
WALES, UK, 1883, THE ASCENT OF SNOWDON: 1. Near the Top they are Confronted with an Animal (The Caretakers Dog). 2. They Attain the Very Summit

Background imageSafely Collection: Picture No. 10746456

Picture No. 10746456
Dog crossing a road safely with adult & child Date:

Background imageSafely Collection: Picture No. 10746454

Picture No. 10746454
Dog crossing a road safely with adult & child Date:

Background imageSafely Collection: Picture No. 10746457

Picture No. 10746457
Dog crossing a road safely with adult & child Date:

Background imageSafely Collection: Picture No. 10746455

Picture No. 10746455
Dog crossing a road safely with adult & child Date:

Background imageSafely Collection: Picture No. 10895116

Picture No. 10895116
Wild Black Bear - cubs playing safely in tree while mother forages on the ground - spring (Ursus americanus) Date:

Background imageSafely Collection: Lunardi ascending from the Artillery Ground Moorfields

Lunardi ascending from the Artillery Ground Moorfields
Lunardi ascending from the Artillery Ground, Moorfields, September 15 1784 in the presence of 150, 000 spectators. After a passage of 3 hours and 40 minutes he safely alighted near Ware

Background imageSafely Collection: Odysseus (Ulysses) King of Ithaca: His adventures told in Homers Odyssey. Warned

Odysseus (Ulysses) King of Ithaca: His adventures told in Homers Odyssey. Warned by sorceress Circe of irresistible song of Sirens

Background imageSafely Collection: Home from the War : Currier and Ives print of Union (northern) soldier returning safely to home

Home from the War : Currier and Ives print of Union (northern) soldier returning safely to home and family at end of American Civil War 1865

Background imageSafely Collection: Garnerin descending in his parachute, Paris

Garnerin descending in his parachute, Paris
Garnerin descending in his parachute, with his discarded balloon on the left. Claimed to be the first to descend from a balloon by means of a parachute

Background imageSafely Collection: Raf Rescue Helicopter

Raf Rescue Helicopter
A Royal Air Force rescue helicopter lands safely, having rescued several people, including a boy in school uniform and a young man who has lost his trousers! Date: 1960s

Background imageSafely Collection: Alvas Statue

Alvas Statue
After he is safely out of the way, the statue of the hated Alva is dragged through the streets by the citizens of Antwerp

Background imageSafely Collection: An airman who won the V. C

An airman who won the V. C
Captain John Aidan Liddell of 3rd Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders and the Royal Flying Corps who won the Victoria Cross after safely flying

Background imageSafely Collection: Greyhound Race Crowd

Greyhound Race Crowd
Having parked their cars safely, eager spectators make their way to watch the greyhound racing at Henlys Great Rally, Heston Airport, England

Background imageSafely Collection: Louis XVIII Restored

Louis XVIII Restored
After Waterloo, Louis XVIII can safely return to Paris, where he presides at a sitting of the Assemblee Nationale

Background imageSafely Collection: The Leap Frog Railway

The Leap Frog Railway
An amusing illustration of the latest sensational railway design, the Leap Frog railway. The railway consists of a track about five hundred feet long

Background imageSafely Collection: Thatched Cottages

Thatched Cottages
A delightful group of old thatched cottages in the little Wiltshire village of West Lavington, where children play safely on the street and there is a community spirit

Background imageSafely Collection: Safe angle of tip on Ford car

Safe angle of tip on Ford car
Photograph of a Ford car showing the wonderful stablility of the car as it is propped (suspiciously) up on one side, apparently exhibiting the angle at which it may still be safely driven

Background imageSafely Collection: Village Idyll, 1930S

Village Idyll, 1930S
An idyllic scene in the Cotswold village of Lower Slaughter, Gloucestershire. Peace and quiet reigns and families live safely alongside well-behaved teenagers

Background imageSafely Collection: Trapeze Man / Music Sheet

Trapeze Man / Music Sheet
The legendary man on the flying trapeze: except for the fact that hes safely on the ground in this picture

Background imageSafely Collection: Street Scene 1930

Street Scene 1930
A working class street in the days when children could play safely because there were always so many friends and relatives around them

Background imageSafely Collection: Working Class 1930

Working Class 1930
A working class street in the days when children could play safely beacuse there were always so many friends and relatives around them

Background imageSafely Collection: Amundsen / Polar Dress

Amundsen / Polar Dress
Roald Amundsen, the first to reach the South Pole, did so on 14 December 1911 and returned home safely. Amundsen in his polardragt (pole-dress)

Background imageSafely Collection: Amundsen / Supply Depot

Amundsen / Supply Depot
Roald Amundsen, the first to reach the South Pole, did so on 14 December 1911 and returned home safely. Sledge at a supply depot

Background imageSafely Collection: Amundsen / Raising Flag

Amundsen / Raising Flag
Roald Amundsen, the first to reach the South Pole, did so on 14 December 1911 and returned home safely. Raising the Norwegian flag at the South Pole

Background imageSafely Collection: Amundsen / Account / Cover

Amundsen / Account / Cover
Roald Amundsen, the first to reach the South Pole, did so on 14 December 1911 and returned home safely

Background imageSafely Collection: Moses : the Red Sea

Moses : the Red Sea
THE RED SEA : God parts the waters to let the Children of Israel pass across safely, but Pharaohs pursuing troops are overwhelmed by the waters and drowned

Background imageSafely Collection: Dartmoor Warders 1910

Dartmoor Warders 1910
Group photograph of warders at Dartmoor Prison, outside the front entrance. We trust the inmates were safely under lock and key at the time

Background imageSafely Collection: Icy Siberian Coast

Icy Siberian Coast
The icy coast at Cape Omman, Northern Siberia, where ships are wrecked but bears roam safely

Background imageSafely Collection: Concepts / The Life of Man

Concepts / The Life of Man
The life of man is like a trading voyage, when many dangers must be risked if the cargo (the soul) is to be brought safely to port



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Safely navigating through history's challenges - a glimpse into moments of triumph and resilience. From the postcard sent by Tom Mudd aboard RMS Titanic, where hope and excitement were captured before tragedy struck, to Rankin's majestic pheasant soaring gracefully in the wild. The courageous expedition led by Amundsen on board THE FRAM, braving treacherous icy waters to conquer the unknown. A thrilling view from above as the Cheltenham Balloon floats effortlessly in the sky, showcasing mankind's quest for adventure. Amidst chaos and congestion, a diligent policeman directs traffic with precision and care. Noah and his companions disembark from their ark onto dry land after enduring a catastrophic flood, symbolizing safety amidst turmoil. The brave lifeboat men risk their lives to rescue those stranded at sea, exemplifying selflessness in times of danger. Innovation takes center stage as Rover car introduces fitted coal-gas installation during an era marked by resourcefulness. In times of war, another convoy arrives safely amidst turbulent seas during World War II - a testament to unity and determination against all odds. Happy landings bring relief as soldiers return home victoriously; WW2 becomes a chapter filled with stories of bravery etched forever in our hearts. Lastly, an RAF parachutist descends gracefully from the skies during World War II - embodying courage and skill while ensuring safe passage for others. These snapshots remind us that even in tumultuous times or daring adventures throughout history – safety remains paramount.