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"Building a Legacy: From WW2 Nissen Huts to Wooden Churches" During World War II, the Auxiliary Military Pioneer Corps worked tirelessly to erect Nissen Huts

Background imageBuilds Collection: Christ child builds a fence, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

Christ child builds a fence, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

Background imageBuilds Collection: Christ child builds a ship, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

Christ child builds a ship, Hieronymus Wierix, 1563 - before 1619

Background imageBuilds Collection: WW2 - Comic Postcard - Sandcastle with lack of barbed wire

WW2 - Comic Postcard - Sandcastle with lack of barbed wire
Winston Churchill: " This is a time for everyone to stand together and hold firm!". Lady in deckchair watching her son build a sandcastle in a garden sandpit: " There

Background imageBuilds Collection: Two little children building a sandcastle at the seaside

Two little children building a sandcastle at the seaside
The Childrens Paradise Two little children building a sandcastle at the seaside. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageBuilds Collection: Picture No. 10767521

Picture No. 10767521
Ron Taylor - Underwater Film maker in his workshop. Ron builds all his own underwater camera housings. Date:

Background imageBuilds Collection: Common House Martin (Delichon urbica) adult, building mud nest on wall, near Ronda, Andalucia

Common House Martin (Delichon urbica) adult, building mud nest on wall, near Ronda, Andalucia, Spain, May

Background imageBuilds Collection: Golden Bowerbird (Prionodura newtoniana) adult male, decorating bower structure with flower for

Golden Bowerbird (Prionodura newtoniana) adult male, decorating bower structure with flower for courtship display, Crater Lakes N.P

Background imageBuilds Collection: The Deluge or Flood: Noah builds an altar and makes a burnt offering in thanks for

The Deluge or Flood: Noah builds an altar and makes a burnt offering in thanks for the receding of the waters and the preservation of the Ark and its occupants. Bible: Genesis

Background imageBuilds Collection: Dam under construction in area currently being heavily dammed, Coruh River Valley (Coruh Nehri)

Dam under construction in area currently being heavily dammed, Coruh River Valley (Coruh Nehri), Anatolia, Turkey, July

Background imageBuilds Collection: Girl making sandcastles at seaside

Girl making sandcastles at seaside
A young girl carries on building sandcastles as the sun sets on her day at the seaside. c. 1910

Background imageBuilds Collection: Child building houses in village on park border, Kahuzi-Biega N. P

Child building houses in village on park border, Kahuzi-Biega N. P. Kivu Region, Democratic Republic of Congo, november
Child building houses in village on park border, Kahuzi-Biega N.P. Kivu Region, Democratic Republic of Congo, november

Background imageBuilds Collection: Building a new NFS fire station, Rudolph Road, Bushey, WW2

Building a new NFS fire station, Rudolph Road, Bushey, WW2
With the longer lulls in enemy bombing following the Blitz on London, fire service personnel were put to more productive work in addition to their normal training and drills

Background imageBuilds Collection: Silver-sided Sector Spider (Zygiella x-notata) adult male, building web in garden, Belvedere

Silver-sided Sector Spider (Zygiella x-notata) adult male, building web in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, august

Background imageBuilds Collection: Garden Orb-weaving Spider (Eriophora biapicata) adult female, weaving web around twigs

Garden Orb-weaving Spider (Eriophora biapicata) adult female, weaving web around twigs, Western Australia, Australia

Background imageBuilds Collection: Belvedere energy-from-waste incinerator under construction, Erith Marshes, Bexley, Kent, England

Belvedere energy-from-waste incinerator under construction, Erith Marshes, Bexley, Kent, England, may 2010

Background imageBuilds Collection: Teamwork builds ships

Teamwork builds ships. Poster showing men using a rivet gun. Date 1917

Background imageBuilds Collection: Advert for Glaxo baby food 1914

Advert for Glaxo baby food 1914
Glaxo the food that builds bonnie babies. Throughout the British Empire - babies that cannot be breast-fed are being reared on British made and British Owned

Background imageBuilds Collection: Chinese Carpenter building a house

Chinese Carpenter building a house
A Chinese Carpenter building a house using traditional techniques. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBuilds Collection: Napoleon Builds Canals

Napoleon Builds Canals
Napoleon inaugurates a construction programme to enhance Frances canal network. Date: circa 1802

Background imageBuilds Collection: Swedish Scouts building an altar

Swedish Scouts building an altar in the forest. circa 1960s

Background imageBuilds Collection: Drystone wall under construction, men using Cotswold stone, Gloucestershire, England

Drystone wall under construction, men using Cotswold stone, Gloucestershire, England

Background imageBuilds Collection: Small Brown Paper Wasp (Ropalidia revolutionalis) adult, building larval cells on leaf

Small Brown Paper Wasp (Ropalidia revolutionalis) adult, building larval cells on leaf, Trivandrum, Kerala, India

Background imageBuilds Collection: Long-nose Termite (Nasutitermes sp. ) adults, workers in column changing home

Long-nose Termite (Nasutitermes sp. ) adults, workers in column changing home and building hidden tunnel on ground
Long-nose Termite (Nasutitermes sp.) adults, workers in column changing home and building hidden tunnel on ground, Los Amigos Biolgical Station, Madre de Dios, Amazonia, Peru

Background imageBuilds Collection: Cornish Hedge, construction of earth bank faced with stones, Cornwall, England

Cornish Hedge, construction of earth bank faced with stones, Cornwall, England

Background imageBuilds Collection: Oriole Warbler (Hypergerus atriceps) adult, building nest, Niokolo-Koba, Senegal, october

Oriole Warbler (Hypergerus atriceps) adult, building nest, Niokolo-Koba, Senegal, october

Background imageBuilds Collection: Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) adult male, building bower, Lamington N. P

Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) adult male, building bower, Lamington N. P. Queensland, Australia
Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) adult male, building bower, Lamington N.P. Queensland, Australia

Background imageBuilds Collection: Common Coot (Fulica atra) adult, nest building, arranging nesting material, Yorkshire, England, may

Common Coot (Fulica atra) adult, nest building, arranging nesting material, Yorkshire, England, may

Background imageBuilds Collection: 1693 / Russian Fleet Built

1693 / Russian Fleet Built
Tsar Peter I builds his first fleet

Background imageBuilds Collection: Sven Hedin to Tibet - 2

Sven Hedin to Tibet - 2
Hedin builds a raft and 17 September 1899 he sets out for Yanghi-Koul, which he reaches on 7 December, meeting up wuith his supply caravan which has traveled by land

Background imageBuilds Collection: A very Modest Sandcastle

A very Modest Sandcastle
While a boy builds a sandcastle on the beach at Sandown, Isle of Wight, his sister watches somewhat disparagingly

Background imageBuilds Collection: Peter Builds Petersburg

Peter Builds Petersburg
Peter I, also known as Peter the Great, orders the building of St Petersburg

Background imageBuilds Collection: Amphion Builds Thebes

Amphion Builds Thebes
Amphion was so skilful a musician that he was able to build the city of Thebes, making the stones dance into place as he played

Background imageBuilds Collection: Moses Builds Tabernacle

Moses Builds Tabernacle
He builds a Tabernacle to Gods specifications

Background imageBuilds Collection: Solomon Builds Temple

Solomon Builds Temple
He supervises the construction of his temple

Background imageBuilds Collection: Marco Polo / His Fleet

Marco Polo / His Fleet
Kublai Khan builds a fleet for the voyages of Marco Polo

Background imageBuilds Collection: Columbus / San Domingo

Columbus / San Domingo
Columbus lands at San Domingo and builds Navidad Fort

Background imageBuilds Collection: Pescara Helicopter 1922

Pescara Helicopter 1922
Argentinian designer Marchese Raul Pateras de Pescara builds several helicopters 1919 to 1924, tested in France : this 1922 model has four rotors to provide vertical lift

Background imageBuilds Collection: Solomons Temple Builds

Solomons Temple Builds
Solomon receives gold from Ophir, sent by Hiram, king of Tyre, to help in the construction of his temple

Background imageBuilds Collection: Noah Builds (Nurnberg)

Noah Builds (Nurnberg)
Noah builds his ark

Background imageBuilds Collection: Zugspitz Cable Railway

Zugspitz Cable Railway
The cable railway up the Zugspitz is currently the worlds highest... until someone builds a higher one

Background imageBuilds Collection: St Zeno / I Morando

St Zeno / I Morando
SAINT ZENO Africa-born bishop of Verona, author of a book about Marys virgin birth : he opposes the Arian heresy but builds a basilica

Background imageBuilds Collection: Boy / Card House

Boy / Card House
Don t breathe now... a boy concentrates as he builds a house of cards

Background imageBuilds Collection: Building the Argo

Building the Argo
Argus builds the Argo in which Jason and the Argonauts will sail to Colchis to steal the Golden Fleece

Background imageBuilds Collection: Noah Builds the Ark

Noah Builds the Ark
Having received a flood warning from God, Noah sets about the construction of an Ark in which he, and two of every living creature, can survive

Background imageBuilds Collection: Hadrians Travels

Hadrians Travels
Hadrian travels his empire on foot, to ensure it is being properly governed, Britain is on his itinerary in 120, and he builds a wall to keep out hostile northern tribes

Background imageBuilds Collection: Stone Age Boatmaking

Stone Age Boatmaking
Stone Age man builds one of the first boats, using heated stones to hollow out a log

Background imageBuilds Collection: Building the Ark

Building the Ark
Noah builds his Ark



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"Building a Legacy: From WW2 Nissen Huts to Wooden Churches" During World War II, the Auxiliary Military Pioneer Corps worked tirelessly to erect Nissen Huts, providing shelter and support for troops on the frontlines. These structures became symbols of resilience and ingenuity in times of adversity. In a different era, an Ovaltine Advert showcased how this beloved beverage could fuel individuals with the energy needed to construct magnificent buildings. It highlighted the importance of nourishment in building both physical and mental strength. Speaking of magnificent structures, Solomon's Temple stands as a testament to human craftsmanship and devotion. Its construction was an awe-inspiring feat that continues to captivate visitors from around the world. Moving forward in time, an excavator diligently built sea defenses along Dunoon's Firth of Clyde in Scotland. This modern marvel exemplified how technology can aid us in safeguarding our communities against natural forces. Across continents, construction unfolded at Palacio Salvo in Montevideo, Uruguay. This architectural masterpiece showcases the power of collaboration and vision as it rises majestically into the sky. Meanwhile, Romania boasts several UNESCO World Heritage Sites - wooden churches that have stood strong for centuries. The Rogoz Wooden Church dates back to 1663 while Plopis Wooden Church was built in 1798. These sacred places serve as reminders of our ancestors' dedication and faith. Among these sites is also Budesti's Wooden Church complex which includes Upper Church (Biserica Susani) constructed in 1532 and Lower Church (Biserica Josania), dedicated to St. Nicholas, built-in 1760. These remarkable examples highlight Romania's rich cultural heritage preserved through generations. Lastly, Cuvioasa Paraschiva church in Deseti stands proudly as another UNESCO World Heritage Site within Maramures region; its wooden architecture dating back to 1770 serves as a reminder of our connection with history and the importance of preserving our past.