Towed Collection

Short Sunderland flying boat, WW2
Short Sunderland flying boat RBO, seen here being towed up a jetty. Date: circa 1940s

Emigrant Ship Leaving Belfast (1852). Wilson, James Glen 1827-1863. This painting, by a young artist from County Down, shows a departing ship, probably bound for America

Sub-station with taxis and crews, WW2
A typical London Fire Brigade sub-station watch and their equipment. Taxis were used as makeshift fire engines which towed trailer pumps

Items of interior decoration at the seat of Sir Savile Crossley - Somerleyton Hall near Lowestoft - Household Gods. These include a marble statue of Sir Savile as a boy, a bronze figure of Atalanta

Lowestoft, Suffolk - Sailing trawlers towed to Sea Date: circa 1920s

The America Cup Challenger, Launch of "Shamrock II"at Dumbarton, 20 April (b / w photo)
1593608 The America Cup Challenger, Launch of " Shamrock II" at Dumbarton, 20 April (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Wounded but Victorious, c1916 (1919). Artist: Charles John De Lacy
Wounded but Victorious, c1916 (1919). A British battlecruiser being towed into port after the Battle of Jutland. The Battle of Jutland was the largest naval battle fought by the British Royal Navys

The French Transatlantic Steamship Company's 'Amerique', 1850
3330449 The French Transatlantic Steamship Company's 'Amerique', 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of the French Transatlantic Steamship Company's 'Amerique' being towed into)

A Bermuda floating dock being towed down the Channel from Woolworth, 1850
3330503 A Bermuda floating dock being towed down the Channel from Woolworth, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a Bermuda floating dock being towed down the Channel from Woolworth)

British emigrant ship being towed out of harbour before setting sail for Sydney, Australia. Wood engraving 1852
530554 British emigrant ship being towed out of harbour before setting sail for Sydney, Australia. Wood engraving 1852.; (add.info)

Charles Green's balloon being towed up the River Thames
3586003 Charles Green's balloon being towed up the River Thames; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Charles Green's balloon being towed up the River Thames)

The LNER Class A4 4498 Pacific steam locomotive Sir Nigel Gresley, pictured on its way to the Severn Valley Railway Station at Kidderminster. 16th April 1993

Brown 1931 Southdown Skysailer towed back to launch point
The Brown 1931 Southdown Skysailer being towed back to the launch point at Ditchling Beacon, by a 1929 REO flying Cloud, imported from the United States

New Type 45 Destroyer HMS Duncan Begins her Sea Trials
Brand new Type 45 destroyer HMS Duncan is escorted to begin her first sea trials off Scotland. Duncan, the Royal Navys sixth and final powerful new Type 45 Destroyer

After launch being towed to fitting-out basin, construction of RMS Queen Elizabeth

A Pilot cobble being towed by a ship in 1907 Date: 1907

HMS Indomitable 92
Royal Navy - HMS Indomitable 92, a modified Illustrious-class aircraft carrier, being towed into Valletta harbour in March 1952. Date: 1952

Africa. Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River
History of Africa. 19th century. Pilot-boat in tow of a steamship, on the Congo River. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

L'Atlantique liner towed into Cherbourg harbour
The burned out shell of French luxury cruise liner L'Atlantique towed into Cherbourg harbour Date: 1933

Towed by a swan, Henry cartoon by Carl Anderson Date: 1936

HMS Escort, E-class destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Escort, an E-class destroyer, built for the Royal Navy in the early 1930s. Although assigned to the Home Fleet upon completion

Death of a stuntman, Eastbourne
Death of a stuntman at Arlington Stadium, near Eastbourne. John Bell, aged 23, was being towed behind a car on a wooden sledge when, as part of the stunt

Northrop F-5A Freedom Fighter 10541 (msn N.6202), on display at the Hellenic Air Force Museum, on Tatoi AB, Dekeleia, Greece, with a towed target and two target drones. Date: circa 2000

United States Air Force - Republic YRF-84F Thunderstreak 49-2430 FICON parasite, at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, seen with the retractable nose hook extended

United States Air Force North American T-6G Texan 50-1279, buzz-number TA-279, (msn 168-443), at the USAF Museum storage compound at Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Marine Corps gliders being towed from Page Field, Parris Island, S. C. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Marine Corps gliders being towed from Page Field, Parris Island, S.C

Marine gliders being towed from Page Field, Parris Island, S. C. 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Marine gliders being towed from Page Field, Parris Island, S.C

A Marine Corps glider being towed by a power plane from Page Field, at Parris Island, S. C. 1942
A Marine Corps glider being towed by a power plane from Page Field, at Parris Island, S.C

On board the fishin boat Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
On board the fishin boat Alden out of Gloucester, Massachusetts. The bow of the Alden nosing out to the sea early in the morning

A Punting Expedition on the Thames (engraving)
1591397 A Punting Expedition on the Thames (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Punting Expedition on the Thames)

A Merchantman being towed up the river Thames (colour litho)
5998319 A Merchantman being towed up the river Thames (colour litho) by Lambert, George Washington (1873-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Merchantman being towed up the river Thames)

The Salving of H Ms "Howe", the Vessel being towed to the Dry Dock (engraving)
1038787 The Salving of H Ms " Howe", the Vessel being towed to the Dry Dock (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Largo Bay towed into Cowes Roads after the Collision in the Channel (engraving)
1626256 The Largo Bay towed into Cowes Roads after the Collision in the Channel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Grain Elevator, "International, "being towed across the North Sea to Antwerp (engraving)
1044518 The New Grain Elevator, " International, " being towed across the North Sea to Antwerp (engraving) by English School

The Collision between the German Ironclads in the Channel (engraving)
1050108 The Collision between the German Ironclads in the Channel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Nile Expedition for the Relief of General Gordon, Lord Wolseley at the First Cataract (engraving)
1045755 The Nile Expedition for the Relief of General Gordon, Lord Wolseley at the First Cataract (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Discarding of Obsolete British War-Ships (b / w photo)
1628670 The Discarding of Obsolete British War-Ships (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Discarding of Obsolete British War-Ships)

Long-Line Fishing for Cod in the North Sea (engraving)
1062174 Long-Line Fishing for Cod in the North Sea (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Long-Line Fishing for Cod in the North Sea)

The Captured Greek Blockade-Runner Arkadi, towed up the Dardanelles (engraving)
1620607 The Captured Greek Blockade-Runner Arkadi, towed up the Dardanelles (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Captured Greek Blockade-Runner Arkadi)

Gas Bus the first one [in photo] was in public service between Kingston and Epsom Downs yesterday [2 Nov 1939]. Towed by the bus, the trailer produces gas from a stove burning solid fules

Captain Roger Wietzel Memorial, near Hermanville
Wietzel was the Captain of the French ship Courbet, an old French cruiser, which without engine or guns and filled with concrete, was towed across the Channel and sunk 1

Lifting a Whale (engraving)
3627792 Lifting a Whale (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lifting a Whale. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1893.); © Look and Learn

A new genre show in Milan (colour litho)
2809269 A new genre show in Milan (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of show in Milan)

Raising of the "Earl Grey, "Coasting Vessel (engraving)
1607216 Raising of the " Earl Grey, " Coasting Vessel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raising of the " Earl Grey, " Coasting Vessel)

The "North Star, "sent in Search of Sir John Franklins Expedition (engraving)
1618149 The " North Star, " sent in Search of Sir John Franklins Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " North Star)

L Atlantique, French luxury liner, Cherbourg, France
L Atlantique, French luxury liner, towed home in a battered state into Cherbourg harbour, Northern France, January 1933. 1933

New Destructive Power, Captain Warners Experiment at Brighton (engraving)
1624997 New Destructive Power, Captain Warners Experiment at Brighton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Destructive Power)

Naval Events of the Year (engraving)
1060040 Naval Events of the Year (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Naval Events of the Year)

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"Towed: A Journey through Time and Space" Step back in time to witness the captivating moments of various vessels being towed, each with its own unique story. From an emigrant ship leaving Belfast, carrying dreams and aspirations across the vast ocean, to a Short Sunderland flying boat soaring above during World War II, these images capture the essence of adventure and resilience. During wartime, a sub-station with taxis and crews stands as a testament to unity and determination. The launch of "Shamrock II" at Dumbarton on that fateful day of April 20th is frozen in black-and-white, forever preserving the anticipation surrounding America Cup Challenger's journey. In Lowestoft, Suffolk, sailing trawlers are gently towed towards open waters - their sails billowing against the wind as they embark on another fruitful voyage. Somerleyton Hall near Sir Savile Crossley's seat showcases exquisite interior decorations that reflect opulence and grandeur. The artwork "Wounded but Victorious, " painted by Charles John De Lacy captures the indomitable spirit of soldiers who fought valiantly during World War I. Their triumph shines through despite their scars. Witnessing a vessel being towed to its fitting-out basin after launch evokes a sense of excitement for what lies ahead - new beginnings waiting just around the corner. In 1907, a pilot cobble finds solace in being guided by a larger ship - symbolizing trust amidst treacherous waters. HMS Indomitable 92 proudly displays its might as it glides through waves with unwavering strength. On Africa's Congo River, a steamship leads a pilot-boat in tow - showcasing cooperation between man-made marvels navigating nature's wonders. Even high above Spithead's sea surface rests an aeroplane submerged beneath turbulent waves - reminding us that even machines can succumb to nature's unpredictable forces.