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"Diverted: From Historical Aircraft to Art Masterpieces

Background imageDiverted Collection: The destruction of Babylon by Sennacherib in 689 BC, when he diverted the course of the Euphrates

The destruction of Babylon by Sennacherib in 689 BC, when he diverted the course of the Euphrates so that its waters
3033780 The destruction of Babylon by Sennacherib in 689 BC, when he diverted the course of the Euphrates so that its waters flowed over the city and destroyed all but the most massive buildings

Background imageDiverted Collection: Hugo van der Goes cured of his madness by the Superior of the Rouge-Cloitre Abbey

Hugo van der Goes cured of his madness by the Superior of the Rouge-Cloitre Abbey
3506163 Hugo van der Goes cured of his madness by the Superior of the Rouge-Cloitre Abbey, from 'Hutchinson's History of the Nations', pub

Background imageDiverted Collection: Consolidated LB-30 - B-24A Liberator N24927 Diamond Lil

Consolidated LB-30 - B-24A Liberator N24927 Diamond Lil (msn 18, ex 40-2366, ex AM927). This aircraft was diverted to the RAF but after a landing accident was retained in the US

Background imageDiverted Collection: Republic JF-105B Thunderchief 54-0112

Republic JF-105B Thunderchief 54-0112
United States Air Force - Republic JF-105B-2-RE Thunderchief 54-0112. Ordered as an RF-105B, but diverted to test missions after the RF-105B was cancelled. Date: circa 1960

Background imageDiverted Collection: The Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Holland, was built on wooden foundations and opened in 1885. Unfortunately modern traffic shook the building and had to be diverted. Date: 1930s

Background imageDiverted Collection: Using a long tom to wash for gold in the Californian gold fields. The miners

Using a long tom to wash for gold in the Californian gold fields. The miners diverted the water courses, then dug out the ore-bearing sands which they washed for gold

Background imageDiverted Collection: Edward the Martyr (963ja-978), English king, son of Edgar whom he succeeded in 975

Edward the Martyr (963ja-978), English king, son of Edgar whom he succeeded in 975. Killed at Corfe Castle, Dorset, by the treachery of his stepmother Elfrida (Aelfthryth)

Background imageDiverted Collection: Niagara water mills, early 20th century C014 / 0535

Niagara water mills, early 20th century C014 / 0535
Niagara water mills. Early 20th-century photochrom (photographic lithograph) of the water mills in Niagara Mill District, drawing power from water diverted from Niagara Falls

Background imageDiverted Collection: Repairs to riverbank to divert stream back under old packhorse bridge, Whitewell, Lancashire

Repairs to riverbank to divert stream back under old packhorse bridge, Whitewell, Lancashire, England, october

Background imageDiverted Collection: Road Traffic Control

Road Traffic Control
Traffic control from the air : the observer tells the police by radio-telephone the state of traffic, which can then be halted or diverted in case of accident or congestion


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"Diverted: From Historical Aircraft to Art Masterpieces, the Many Faces of Distraction" The Consolidated LB-30 - B-24A Liberator N24927 Diamond Lil takes a detour from its usual flight path, captivating onlookers with its vintage charm at an airshow. Amidst the hustle and bustle of The Rijksmuseum, visitors find themselves diverted by Abraham de Bruyn's mesmerizing painting "The Elders are Diverted, " transporting them back to 1570. In the Californian gold fields, miners resort to diverting water using a long tom in their relentless pursuit of fortune. Edward the Martyr's reign as English king is momentarily diverted from history books as we delve into his intriguing life and untimely demise. Niagara water mills stand tall, silently witnessing the diversion of nature's power for human progress during the early 20th century. Morden Hall Park offers solace amidst bustling city life; here, visitors find themselves happily diverted by picturesque landscapes and tranquil surroundings. Whitewell's old packhorse bridge undergoes repairs as efforts are made to divert the stream back under it, preserving both history and functionality in Lancashire, England. Road Traffic Control diverts vehicles seamlessly through busy intersections while ensuring safety remains paramount for all commuters on their daily journeys.