Demonstrating Collection (page 14)

J. Wickersheimer, German chemist C018 / 7072
J. Wickersheimer (1832-1896). 1883 engraving of the German chemist and taxidermist J. Wickersheimer in his laboratory. Wickersheimer is best known for developing a method for preserving corpses

Teaching electromagnetism, circa 1899 C014 / 0454
Teaching electromagnetism. Group of young women studying electromagnets in a school classroom. This lesson is taking place in Washington DC, USA, and is thought to have taken place in around 1899

Refrigerator, 1940s C014 / 0468
Refrigerator. Woman demonstrating proper use of a refrigerator in the USA in the 1940s as part of a public information photo-shoot

19th Century ophthalmic model
19th Century ophthalmic demonstration model. Made in 1860

Scientific demonstration, 18th century
Scientific demonstration. 18th-century artwork depicting one of the first lectures in experimental philosophy. The man at right is giving a lecture

Culver with early aeroplane radio, 1918. At left, US military engineer and pilot Colonel Clarence Curtis Culver (1872-1946) is showing an early aeroplane radio to Commander A. K

Electricity demonstration, 18th century
Electricity demonstration, 18th-century artwork. This engraving, by Dutch artist Reinier Vinkeles (1741-1816) is after a drawing by Dutch artists Pieter Pietersz Barbiers (1749-1842)

Shark finning protest. Protest organised by the shark and marine conservation charity Bite-Back against shark finning. Shark fins are used to make soup, and fetch a high price

Refraction demonstration, 1893
Refraction demonstration. 19th-century artwork of a demonstration of the principles of radiation and refraction. A beam of sunlight is passing through two holes in a sheet of card

Gravity demonstrations, 1893
Gravity demonstrations, 19th-century artwork. These diagrams demonstrate how a ring descending a piece of string behaves differently depending on how the string is handled

Viewing platform, 1889 Paris Expo. 19th-century artwork of a display of a new technology, an overhead mobile viewing platform at the Universal Exposition (World Fair) of 1889 in Paris, France

Illuminated fountains display, 1889
Illuminated fountains display. 19th-century artwork of a man operating one of the illuminated fountain displays installed for the Universal Exposition (World Fair) of 1889 in Paris, France

Royal Institution experiments, artwork C013 / 7696
Royal Institution experiments. 1802 satirical artwork by James Gillray entitled Scientific Researches!-New Discoveries in Pneumaticks

Agnews surgical clinic, 1889
Agnews surgical clinic. At left, holding a scalpel, is US surgeon David Hayes Agnew (1818-1892), supervising a partial breast removal operation (mastectomy)

LFB Annual Review 1934, Exercise carrying casualty

LFB Annual Review 1934, Exercise wearing breathing apparatus

LFB recruits taking part in hook ladder training at HQ -- the squad instructor, O Kitching, demonstrates how to pick up a hook ladder

Dennis breakdown lorry, demonstrating wrong method
Firefighters operating a Dennis breakdown lorry (commissioned at HQ on 3 April 1936), demonstrating the wrong method of lifting and towing the front axle

Turntable appliance by Merryweather, Blackheath Common
Turntable appliance by Merryweather of Greenwich, seen here being demonstrated on Blackheath Common. It was destined for Rangoon, India. One of the men is Station Officer Edwards

Young woman protesting against licensing bill
A bill to licence drinking places meets with vigorous disapproval from a young woman in Kennington Road, London. She is so incensed that she climbs up a lamppost. Date: 1871

Stop eco new town banner across road Long Marston near Stratford UK
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Stop eco new town posters Long Marston near Stratford UK
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A firefighter demonstrating the use of a water main key

GLC-LFB - Foam Tender and crew at Battersea
The GLC-LFB was created on 1 April 1965. A series of photos was commissioned of each type of fire engine, either within or absorbed into the enlarged London Fire Brigade

LCC-LFB Merryweather Magirus 100 foot turntable ladder
The Magirus 100 foot turntable ladder being demonstrated at the Brigade headquarters, Lambeth. Showing the full working height of the TL, reaching the 9th floor of the drill tower

LCC-LFB Lambeths emergency tender and crew
A London A class emergency tender with built-in electrical generator, in use from the early 1950s until the 1960s. Showing Lambeth fire stations (D61)

NFS (London) breathing apparatus training, WW2
NFS firefighters, with instructor, demonstrating a compressed air breathing apparatus set and the Proto oxygen breathing apparatus sets

NFS-London Region 100ft turntable rescue sling, WW2
A turntable ladder rescue sling being demonstrated at the Regional fire headquarters, Lambeth SE1

Franklin. E. Smith hose coupling, WW2
A firefighter demonstrating the strength of a Franklin.E. Smith hose coupling

NFS firefighter rolling out fire hose, WW2
A London Region NFS firefighter in an instructional photograph demonstrating the correct method of rolling out a line of hose

LCC-LFB emergency tender at Lambeth fire station
Crew of an emergency tender demonstrating the range of equipment it carries including breathing apparatus, hot cutting equipment and a smoke extraction unit

WILLIAM T. G. MORTON (1819-1868). American dentist. Diorama of Morton demonstrating the use of ether anesthesia in
WILLIAM T.G. MORTON (1819-1868). American dentist. Diorama of Morton demonstrating the use of ether anesthesia in the operating room of the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, 16 October 1846

Professor demonstrating a balloon
A Professor filling and explaining to an audience the nature of a balloon. 1784

Albert Tissandier (left), Gaston Tissandier (right), and an unidentified man in the basket of their airship demonstrating an electric navigational system featuring a propeller

Harvey demonstrating to Charles the first his theory of the circulation of the blood

Benjamin Franklins Experiment, flying a kite in a storm, demonstrating the identity of Lightning and Electricity, from which he invented the Lightning Rod. Date: June 1752

Gold Hill, Shaftesbury
The famous Gold Hill, Shaftesbury, Dorset. On the left is the ancient wall enclosing the Abbey ruins. A man in a raincoat walks down, demonstrating its steepness. Date: 1950s

Fish Cookery Class
Ladies in fur coats watching a cookery class, possibly for television, where the cook is demonstrating the art of oven fried fish! Date: 1960s

American and French allies with rifles, France, WW1
Scene at an American army camp in France during the First World War, showing French and American soldiers discussing the handling of their respective rifles. Date: 1917-1918

Scouts with Elliotts Primary EoN Glider
One Scout of the 18th Walsall Group sits at the cockpit of a Elliotts Primary EoN Glider, demonstrating how to fly it, while two other scouts sit on the ground watching. 1940s

Cubs painting lines on ship
Four Cub Scouts being shown how to paint lines on a Royal Navy ship in Aden, Yemen. 1968

Campaigning against animal cruelty, 1940s
Campaigners against animal cruelty demonstrating with greyhound dogs and several placards. 1940s

Sea Rangers learning about Royal Navy
A young Royal Navy officer talks to a group of Sea Rangers about the work of the Royal Navy, pointing to aspects of the ship in Aden, Yemen. circa 1968

anti, apartheid, demonstrators

protest, shells, work, south, africa

Scouts learn about science
One American Boy Scouts demonstrates some equipment in a Scout-built project to show another group of Scouts the principles of static electricity

Eastbourne Miners Demo

Electricity Exhib. Paris
Electrical exhibition - this is Room 15, demonstrating the electrical systems of J.Jaspar of Liege. Date: 1881

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"Demonstrating the Power of Unity: From Firefighters to Revolutionary Art" In a powerful display of strength and solidarity, firefighters wielded their hoses like warriors at the LFB annual review in Lambeth HQ. The flames danced under their command, showcasing their unwavering dedication to protecting lives and property. Just as De Barbari's revolutionary art challenged societal norms during the half 15th century, the Museum of the Revolution in Havana continues this legacy. It stands as a testament to those who dared to question authority and fight for justice through artistic expression. The Hogarth Election series captures another form of demonstration - one that occurs within political spheres. As Cub Scouts glide down snowy mountains in Australia, they demonstrate courage and resilience while embracing new challenges on skis. Amidst these diverse demonstrations, we find "The Apiarist" tending to his bees with meticulous care. His actions not only showcase his expertise but also highlight the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable practices. At the LFB annual review at Lambeth HQ, mass jets streak across the sky like shooting stars. Their synchronized maneuvers demonstrate precision and teamwork – qualities shared by Cagliostro's enigmatic persona throughout history. The Italian Air Force aerobatic team Frecce Tricolori mesmerizes spectators at Izmir Air Show with breathtaking displays of skill and bravery. Their aerial acrobatics serve as a reminder that determination knows no bounds when it comes to pushing limits. Sailors demonstrating flag semaphore system communicate messages without words – an eloquent example of non-verbal communication transcending language barriers. This timeless technique showcases human ingenuity even amidst technological advancements. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, LCC-LFB breathing apparatus communications set demonstrates how innovation enhances safety measures for firefighters facing hazardous conditions head-on. Lastly, let us not forget about simpler times when washing boards were used diligently by individuals demonstrating diligence in keeping clothes clean before modern conveniences.