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Exhibits in Dome of Discovery and Shot Tower, London
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Exhibits in Dome of Discovery and Shot Tower, London
Various exhibits in the Dome of Discovery and the Shot Tower at the Festival of Britain, South Bank, London. Top left shows a reconstruction of Captain Cooks ship, Endeavour. Top right shows a tribute to Sir Isaac Newtons contributions to astronomy. Bottom left is a replica of the Greenwich time ball used by Thames shipping to check the time. Bottom right shows the interior of the Shot Tower, using silver globes to show how molten lead was dropped to form shot. Date: May 1951
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In this evocative photograph from the Festival of Britain in May 1951, the Dome of Discovery and the Shot Tower on London's South Bank come alive with a myriad of scientific exhibits. The Dome of Discovery, a temporary pavilion designed by architects Powell and Moya, housed various displays showcasing the achievements of British exploration. At the top left of the image, a reconstruction of Captain Cook's ship, Endeavour, stands proudly. Cook's voyages revolutionized our understanding of the world, and this replica pays tribute to his groundbreaking discoveries. Top right, a tribute to Sir Isaac Newton's contributions to astronomy takes center stage. Newton's work laid the foundation for classical mechanics and our understanding of gravitation. His influence is still felt in science today. At the bottom left, a replica of the Greenwich Time Ball is displayed. Originally used by Thames shipping to check their time, the time ball was a crucial tool for accurate navigation. Lastly, the bottom right of the photograph reveals the interior of the Shot Tower. Here, silver globes are used to demonstrate the process of how molten lead was dropped to form shot, an essential component of ammunition. This photograph captures the spirit of innovation and scientific discovery that defined the Festival of Britain. It stands as a testament to the enduring fascination with the wonders of science and exploration.
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