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Lunar Society
The Lunar Society of Birmingham sought to improve society using science; its members included Priestley, Wedgwood, Erasmus Darwin, Herschel, and Watt

More Golfing Notes by William Heath Robinson
Some suggestions for the novice golfer on ways to improve their game from a Club Guider for hitting the ball on the exact spot and a Stymie Bridge for overcoming obstacles

Gremlin and Pilot
A Gremlin tries to fog the aircrafts windscreen with his breath, but the pilot foils him by chewing a carrot to improve his sight

Florence Nightingales carriage at the seat of war
Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florences social standing to become

Piper PA-11 Cub Special N4873M (msn 11-390), seen fitted with the Whittaker tandem-wheel landing gear system. This device, which consisted of dual main wheels fixed one behind the other

Babcock and Wilcox 6 ton Steam Roller YB7976 Toby (msn 95/4009). Seen with a 1955 Standard 10 motor car 200CPJ at a 1959 Walford Cross auction. Built in 1925 to the design of Messrs

Advert, Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander - avoid stooping of the shoulders and contraction of the chest. Date: 1848

HMS Gibraltar
Royal Navy - HMS Gibraltar, an Edgar-class, 1st class protected cruiser, bdfore being fitted with a forecastle to improve sea-worthiness

Vigo House sculpture
A Sculpture for a Regent Street Building as part of a plan to improve the city's beauty. The Spinner, by Mr Reid Dick, A.R.A

Lea Hurst, home of Florence Nightingale
Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father. Although it was not deemed suitable for ladies of Florence's social standing to become

Florence Nightingale's carriage
The nursing carriage that accompanied Miss Florence Nightingale through the Crimean War. Born in Italy in 1820, she moved to England with her wealthy family and was educated at home by her father

Health and Beauty: Exercises to improve digestion (b / w photo)
6005102 Health and Beauty: Exercises to improve digestion (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exercises to improve digestion)

Sir E C Guinness, Baronet, Donor of £250, 000 to improve the Dwellings of the Poor (engraving)
1596289 Sir E C Guinness, Baronet, Donor of £ 250, 000 to improve the Dwellings of the Poor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir E C Guinness)

John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman, Keppie, and Mackintosh (litho)
3652304 John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman, Keppie, and Mackintosh (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman, Keppie, and Mackintosh)

John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman, Keppie and Mackintosh (b / w photo)
3652303 John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman, Keppie and Mackintosh (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Keppie, Architect, Honeyman)

How to Improve the Lord Mayors Show (engraving)
1041809 How to Improve the Lord Mayors Show (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to Improve the Lord Mayors Show)

View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b / w photo)
3092296 View of Adderley Street from opposite the Custom House (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tower of Francis I at Havre, in Course of Demolition to improve the Entrance to the Harbour (engraving)
1619938 Tower of Francis I at Havre, in Course of Demolition to improve the Entrance to the Harbour (engraving) by English School

Businessman Presenting a Chart

Royal Navy - de Havilland DH. 82 Queen Bee K8671
Royal Navy - de Havilland DH.82 Queen Bee K8671 (msn 5204), being recovered by cruiser HMS Newcastle after a live-fire anti-aircraft gunnery practice

Schutte-Lanz S. L. 1 rigid airship
Schutte-Lanz SL.1 rigid airship, designed and Built by the Schutte-Lanz company, set-up by Johann Schutte and Karl Lanz. The SL.1 was Built largely from wood with a geodesic framework

Musket, Flintlock, . 75 In New Land Pattern
New Land Pattern. 75 in Light Infantry musket, 1810 (c). Utilising the same lock and general characteristics of the Infantry Musket this weapon has a shorter, 39 in barrel

NEWGATE PRISON / COURTYARD
Originally the principal west gate of London, Newgate was the target of Elizabeth Frys efforts to improve prison conditions. The central courtyard & Mrs Frys Gate. Date: 1900

Morning light bathes the Golden Gate Bridge & Fort Point
Morning light bathes the Golden Gate Bridge and Fort Point. These two San Francisco landmarks are some of the most photographed places in the world

Close Up Of Womans Mouth

The Ashanti War (1873-74) - Ashanti implements and weapons
A. Sanko, musical instrument B. Cushion C. Ashanti Ministers state bag D. Fantee stool, cut out of solid block of cotton wood E. and F. War Greegrees or charms made of leather and straw worked in G

Twin Steam-Ship Castalia, September 1874
Engraving of the twin-hulled, paddle steamer Castalia, September 1874. Launched in that year, for the English Channel Steamship Company

Proposed extensions of transport links into London 1919
Diagram showing a map of London and the movement of commuters by different travel means from Greater to Central London, and the proposed extensions of transport links

Sarah Stickney Ellis - 2
SARAH STICKNEY ELLIS Writer of books such as The women of England designed to improve the position of women in society. An important figure in feminist history. Date: 1812 - 1872

Dunstall Castle Folly
DUNSTALL CASTLE FOLLY This ruin was built by a former Earl of Coventry about 100 years ago to improve the landscape as seen from his mansion at Croome Park. Date: 1950s

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Crackers dog show inventions (with the authors apologies to Heath Robinson). Smoothing the Scotch Collie, Pampering the Pom, and Improving the Kerry Blues Beard

Armstrong Whitworth FK10-an attempt to improve on the triplane concept

Paris, France - Palais de l Elysee. Date: 1856

Factory filled with equipment to smelt metal
A factory filled with equipment to smelt metal. From: Commercium philosophico-technicum; or, the philosophical commerce of arts: designed as an attempt to improve arts, trades, and manufactures

New instrument of total war by G. H. Davis
A new instrument of total war: British and German troop carriers. Invasion by parachute armies: Germans improve on a Soviet device. 1940

Gloster Mars I, G-EAXZ, in its Gloster I form where the ?
Gloster Mars I, G-EAXZ, in its Gloster I form where the fuel tank was housed internally to improve the pilot?s view and the wings were rebuilt

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Tower of Francis I, at Havre, in Course of Demolition to Improve the Entrance to the Harbour

Domestic Sheep, ewes, flock grazing Santiago winter wheat, grazed at twelve sheep per hectare, improving crop and sheep health

Domestic Cattle, Limousin calves, one-day old, born as part of embryo transplant program to improve genetics, England, November

Canal boat for passengers and freight with framework for tarpaulin (top) and boat for freight covered with tarpaulin (bottom)

In the Crimea. John Sutherland (1808-1891) British physician and sanitary reformer, left, and Robert Rawlinson (1810-1898) British civil engineer and sanitarian, in the Crimean in 1855

Chalked hands, high-speed photograph C015 / 6533
Chalked hands. High-speed photograph of a man applying gym or climbing chalk (white) to his hands. This is magnesium carbonate

Mozart effect, conceptual artwork
Mozart effect. Conceptual artwork of a musical treble clef symbol (black) and human face symbols (white) representing a parent (top) and a baby (bottom)

Advert for Kodak - faster, truer snaps

Sarah Stickney Ellis - 1
SARAH STICKNEY ELLIS Writer of books such as The women of England designed to improve the position of women in society. An important figure in feminist history. Date: 1812 - 1872

Keep Fit Squat
An exercise designed to slim legs and ankles, improve posture and add spring to your step. Date: late 1930s

Newgate Prison / Photo
Originally the principal west gate of London, Newgate was the target of Elizabeth Frys efforts to improve prison conditions. The exercise yard for condemned men. Date: circa 1900

Buckingham House 1750S
Buckingham House, built by the duke of Buckingham in 1703 : George III will buy it in 1762, Nash will improve it 1821-1836, and a new front will be added in 1913 Date: circa 1760

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"Improving Lives: A Journey through Time and Inspiration" Step into the world of improvement as we explore various hints that have shaped history. From the Lunar Society, a group of intellectuals who ignited the Industrial Revolution, to William Heath Robinson's whimsical golfing notes that brought joy to many. Discover the tale of Gremlin and Pilot, two unlikely companions whose friendship taught us about loyalty and compassion. Witness Florence Nightingale's carriage at the seat of war, symbolizing her relentless efforts to revolutionize nursing care. Speaking of Florence Nightingale, her legacy continues with Lea Hurst, her cherished home where she found solace in nature while tirelessly working towards healthcare reforms. And let's not forget her iconic carriage - a symbol of resilience and determination. Intriguingly diverse is Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander advert; an innovative device reminding us that physical fitness has always been a pursuit for improvement. On another note, HMS Gibraltar stands tall as a testament to naval excellence and continuous advancement. Marvel at Vigo House sculpture's intricate details capturing moments frozen in time - reminding us that art too can inspire progress. As morning light bathes the Golden Gate Bridge & Fort Point in its golden hues, it serves as a reminder that even grand structures can be improved upon over time. Through these glimpses into history and remarkable individuals like Florence Nightingale who dedicated their lives to betterment, we are reminded that improvement is not just an idea but rather an ongoing journey towards making our world a better place for all.