Rating Collection

Garde Cotes - Serie marine francaise, drawing by P. Jazet, chromo. 1885
LSE4080632 Garde Cotes - Serie marine francaise, drawing by P. Jazet, chromo. 1885; (add.info.: Garde Cotes - Serie marine francaise, drawing by P. Jazet, chromo. 1885); Photo © Leonard de Selva

Rumrunner « Dante » anchored at the wharf with alcohol aboard and guarded by prohibition agents, New Orleans, USA
ETE4129265 Rumrunner « Dante » anchored at the wharf with alcohol aboard and guarded by prohibition agents, New Orleans, USA, 1925 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Coast Guard 19th century by Soubon
LSE4080455 Coast Guard 19th century by Soubon by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info)

Gaulish odds guards. Painting by Jean Jules Antoine Lecomte Du Nouy (1842-1923), 1888
JLJ4689994 Gaulish odds guards. Painting by Jean Jules Antoine Lecomte Du Nouy (1842-1923), 1888. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0, 76 x 1, 26m

Mindset
Andreas Agazzi

Hotels on the route of the London-Geneva Pass Road
Recommended Hotels on the route of the London-Geneva Pass Road - selected for quietness, good food and reasonable prices. This particulr card was from the Grand Hotel Ripotot at Champagnole

FLAG SIGNALS IN NAVY
A barefoot rating signalling with flags on board a warship of Her Majestys Navy. Date: circa 1890

LOWERING SHIPS FLAG
A rating lowers the ensign at sunset aboard a warship of Her Majestys Navy. Date: circa 1890

Sir Henry Thomas Tizard (1885a'1959) - English chemist, inventor and Rector of Imperial College
Sir Henry Thomas Tizard (1885-1959) - English chemist, inventor and Rector of Imperial College, who developed the octane rating to classify petrol, helped develop radar in World War II

Supply Rating, 1937. Artist: WA & AC Churchman
Supply Rating, 1937. Churchmans Cigarette Series, The Navy At Work

Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG, 2013, Red
Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG 2013 Red

The Midshipmaid by Ian Hay and Stephen King-Hall
The MidshipMaid by Ian Hay and Stephen King-Hall. First produced Shaftesbury Theatre, 10th August 1931. It is a comedy with musical interludes in which a pompous economy expert Sir Percy Newbiggin

Fire Danger Rating Today sign at high level, Victoria, Australia, February

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster, 2012, White
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster 2012 White

Electric light bulbs, different voltages
Electric light bulbs glowing with different levels of brightness. The brightness of an electric light bulb is determined by the amount of electrical current flowing through it

Energy efficiency rating label on the back of a light bulb packet. This label must be displayed on all domestic appliances, light bulbs and cars for sale in the European Union

Using Mech. Semaphore
A rating of the Royal Navy using the mechanical semaphore

Sailor in Landing Order
A naval rating in landing order, ready to land on some foreign shore and claim it in Her Majestys name

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"Rating: A Journey Through Time and Guarded Secrets" Step back in time to the year 1925, where the Rumrunner "Dante" finds solace at the wharf in New Orleans. This black and white photo captures a moment frozen in history, as alcohol is discreetly stored aboard while prohibition agents stand guard, ensuring its secrecy. Traveling further back into the 19th century, we encounter the Coast Guard by Soubon. This captivating image showcases their unwavering dedication to protecting our shores. Gaulish odds guards painted by Jean Jules Antoine Lecomte Du Nouy in 1888 transport us even further into ancient times, reminding us of the rich heritage that shapes our present. As we journey along the London-Geneva Pass Road, hotels dotting its route beckon weary travelers with promises of comfort and respite. These establishments have witnessed countless stories unfold within their walls throughout history. In naval operations, flag signals play a crucial role in communication. The significance of lowering ships' flags cannot be understated; it symbolizes respect and adherence to protocol. Sir Henry Thomas Tizard emerges as an influential figure - an English chemist, inventor, and Rector of Imperial College. His contributions have left an indelible mark on scientific advancements that continue to shape our world today. Turning our attention to artistry from 1937 by WA & AC Churchman titled "Supply Rating, " we are reminded of the diverse talents that exist beyond science and invention. Art has always been a powerful medium for capturing moments both ordinary and extraordinary. Literature takes center stage with titles like "The Midshipmaid" by Ian Hay and Stephen King-Hall or "The Flag Lieutenant" by Major WP Drury and Leo Trevor. These books offer glimpses into naval life filled with camaraderie, duty-bound heroes, and tales woven through ink-stained pages.