Effort Collection (page 5)

Boy and girl standing on rock path in stream, with arms around each other
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1940s: Boy and girl standing on rock path in stream, with arms around each other

WW2 - Hall Barn, near Beaconsfield, which was re-purposed during wartime to the production of hospital supplies under its chatelaine the Honourable Mrs E F Lawson

What a War! - Suits me, I dunno as I ll ever go back to Railings! - humorous comment
What a War! - " Suits me, I dunno as I ll ever go back to Railings!" - humorous comment on the wartime appropriation of railings for use as raw material in the war effort. Date: circa 1941

Boy and girl running on sidewalk in front of house
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Boy and girl running on sidewalk in front of house

North American River Otter (Lontra canadensis) two swimming near the surface with autumn leaves reflected in water, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA, October

RF- Domestic pig (Sus domestica) swimming in sea. Exuma Cays, Bahamas. Tropical West Atlantic Ocean. This family of pigs live on this beach in the Bahamas and enjoy swimming in the sea

Bottlenosed dolphin (Tursiops truncatus) porpoising during annual sardine run, Port St Johns, South Africa. June

RF- Male Emperor Dragonfly (Anax imperator) in flight, Arne RSPB reserve, Dorset, England, UK, July. Did you know? Dragonflies spend up to six years as drab aquatic nymphs for only a few weeks as

Grasshopper Warbler (Locustella naevia) singing, Joensuu, Finland, May

Sockeye Salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) travelling upstream on spawning migration, Adams river, British Columbia, Canada, October Taken for the Freshwater Project

Male Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) vocalising whilst in flight, showing winter plumage, Utsjoki, Finland, April

German Shepherd Dog bitch pup, Coco, 14 weeks old, with raised paw

Red deer (Cervus elaphus) stag bellowing. Surrey, UK, October

Common / Eurasian cranes (Grus grus) taking flight for roasting site, at sunset, silhouetted. Lake Hornborga, Sweden, April

Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) feeding at an Angels or Devil s
Sword-billed Hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) feeding at an Angels or Devils Trumpet Flower (Datura sp.). Yanacocha montane cloud forest, Ecuador

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) displaying with breath vapor at dawn, Utajarvi, Finland, April

Brown Bear (Ursus arctos), cub climbing a tree, Finland, July

Leaf cutter ant (Atta sp) female worker carrying leaf to nest, with a smaller minor ant riding. The minors job is to protect her sister from parasitic flies. Costa Rica, December

Leaf cutter ants (Atta sp) female worker ants carry pieces of fern leaves to nest, reflected in water, Costa Rica, December

Giant leaf frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor) climbing along branch in rainforest, Iwokrama Reserve, Guyana

Male Atlantic salmon {Salmo salar} leaping, migrating upstream to spawn, Perthshire, Scotland, UK, October

Ginger kitten leaping with legs outstretched

Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) calling, Cuverville Island. Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) jumping out of the sea, Cuverville Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

African lion (Panthera leo) male shaking water off mane after rain, Masai-Mara Game Reserve, Kenya. September

Cane Toad / Marine Toad / Giant Toad (Bufo marinus) adult jumping in Dogweed (Dyssodia pentachaeta) field. Laredo, Webb County, South Texas, USA, April

Four Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) dabbling for food in icy water. The Netherlands, January

Baby Olive Ridley sea turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea) struggles against the swell to swim away from the beach where it hatched, Ostional, Costa Rica. October

Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. Artist: Pierre Charles Tremolieres
Ulysses Lands on the Isle of Calypso, 1737. From the Musee Fabre, Montpellier, France

Balaclava and sleeping cap knitting patterns, WW1
Patterns from a plain helmet or balaclava cap (top) and a sleeping cap taken from a Great War era Baldwins knitting booklet with instructions for knitting various comforts for soldiers at the front

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Roll out the barrel, cartoon gardener rolling lawn, with music playing from a neighbour's house, as if in mockery of the man's efforts

Buy War Bonds and Stamps, WW2 envelope
Buy War Bonds and Stamps - WW2 American postal cover envelope Date: 1945

Wartime Robertson Rubber Advertisement
A wartime advertisement for Robertson Rubber Co. Ltd, promoting the use of elastic hosiery to fight varicose veins, which must not impede the war effort. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 - The Iris Sets Out For Dunkirk
An illustration for a WW2 children's short story, We Will Return, written by R. Ernest Bailey. The image shows some British wartime crewmembers of a vessel named Iris

Elizabeth In Wartime
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 story book, Elizabeth In Wartime, written by Florence Kilpatrick. The image portrays Elizabeth, who has dropped her domestic work to help with the war effort

WW2 Scouts And Guides
This illustration portrays a British WW2 boy scout and girl guide, these young people helped Britain in the war effort performing roles including hospital assistance, making ration bags

WW2, Elizabeth Anne
This illustration depicts a girl named Elizabeth Anne, providing a delicious pastry for the boy policeman, who is helping with the war effort. Date: circa 1940s

WW2, Hard Work
An illustration which shows a little boy helping out with the war effort, by working in the garden at home, unfortunately, a large rock has crashed on his foot! Date: circa 1940s

Recruitment poster, Nursing is Vital War Work, WW2
Recruitment poster, Nursing is Vital War Work, Second World War Date: circa 1941

Africa. Lower Congo woman - W. Meyer
History of Africa. 19th century. Lower Congo woman. Engraving by W. Meyer. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Punch and Judy with elves, Dorothy M Wheeler
Christmas Command Performance! illustration of elves watching Punch and Judy show, surprising the drummer and the dog. Dorothy M Wheeler, illustrator, (1891-1966)

Titania, Queen of The Fairies, Ethel Gabain
Titania - Queen of The Fairies, colour illustration. With description, Miss Dorothy Hyson was the Titania in the production of A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Old Vic

Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders,s Spurrier
Great-grandmama sees the Baker call for orders, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing woman and girl in street scene, with baker speaking with housekeeper from below stairs

Great-grandpapa wets his whistle, Steven Spurrier
Great-grandpapa wets his whistle, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing a uniformed man at the bar of a Victorian pub, with landlord, barmaid and cat

Great-grandmama chooses the Christmas Sirloin,s Spurrier
Great-grandmama chooses the Christmas Sirloin, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing woman and girl ordering at Victorian butcher's counter

Ordering Christmas Dainties, Steven Spurrier
Ordering Christmas Dainties, illustration by Steven Spurrier, artist (1878-1961). Showing a woman and girl ordering at the counter of a Victorian tea and grocery shop

Advertisement, McVitie and Price, Christmas Greetings
Advertisement, McVitie and Price, Biscuit Manufacturers, Christmas Greetings'. Illustrations showing service men and women, plane, and ship

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"Effort: A Powerful Force That Shapes History and Inspires Generations" In the midst of World War II, a captivating poster emerged, boldly declaring "We shall not flag. " It symbolized the unwavering determination of nations to stand strong against adversity. Similarly, Winston Churchill's resolute speeches echoed through time, reminding us that effort is essential in times of crisis. Just as a crew team rows together with synchronized strength and unity, their efforts exemplify the power of teamwork. The Atlantic salmon leaping on its upstream migration embodies relentless perseverance against all odds in nature's grand cycle. During the First World War, women united under the Women's Institute banner to contribute their skills and efforts towards supporting their communities. Their activities showcased resilience and resourcefulness amidst chaos. German propaganda posters from World War I urged citizens to give their utmost for victory. These images served as reminders that collective they are shape destinies during tumultuous times. The iconic WWII poster "To Victory – With Our Help" rallied nations behind a common cause. It emphasized how individual contributions could lead to triumph when combined with collective action. In 1948 Olympics' 10, 000-meter race, athletes pushed themselves beyond limits—exhibiting sheer dedication and unyielding effort in pursuit of glory for themselves and their countries. Italian recruitment posters during World War II called upon individuals to join forces—a testament to how personal commitment fuels larger endeavors during challenging periods. Even humble creatures like dung beetles demonstrate extraordinary effort by tirelessly pushing balls of dung—an inspiring reminder that every contribution matters regardless of size or stature. Leatherback turtle hatchlings embarking on an arduous journey across sandy beaches epitomize determination against daunting obstacles—an embodiment of courage born out of pure instinctual effort. Knitting instruction booklets created specifically for RAF personnel during WWII highlight how even seemingly small acts can make significant differences when everyone puts forth dedicated efforts towards a shared goal. Coal mining, as depicted by G. H.