Intercept Collection

Ufos / North Sea Intercept
A Lightning fighter intercepts a UFO over the North Sea

Shakespeare, Richard III Act IV Sc. IV, c.1858 (engraving)
537786 Shakespeare, Richard III Act IV Sc. IV, c.1858 (engraving); (add.info.: Shakespeare, Richard III Act IV Sc. IV. Elizabeth Woodville and the Duchess of York, Widow and mother of Edward IV)

Russian Bear H Aircraft
A Russian Tu-95 Bear H photographed from a RAF Typhoon Quick Reaction Alert aircraft (QRA) with 6 Squadron from RAF Leuchars in Scotland

WW2 - The Battle Of Britain
An illustration which shows an aerial conflict during WW2, the Battle of Britain, British Spitfire fighter planes intercept and break up an enemy formation. Date: circa 1940s

Beechcraft RU-21B Ute 67-18093
United States Army - Beechcraft RU-21B Ute 67-18093 (msn LS-2), the CEFiRM Leader intercept and control aircraft. Assigned to the 138th Army Security Agency Company (Aviation). Date: circa 1975

San Jacinto and Trent Affair, 1861 (oil on canvas)
2641371 San Jacinto and Trent Affair, 1861 (oil on canvas) by English School, (19th century); 59.4x77.5 cm; Southampton City Art Gallery, Hampshire, UK; (add.info.: The Trent Affair)

The Baltic Fleet (engraving)
1608042 The Baltic Fleet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Baltic Fleet. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 July 1855)

US FOOTBALL PLAYER RUNS
Clutching the ball under his arm, a player sprints for the line as opponents try to intercept him. Date: 1893

RAF QRA Typhoon Intercepting Russian Bear Aircraft
A Russian Bear aircraft is escorted by a Royal Air Force Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoon during an intercept in September 2014

Russian Bear Aircraft
A pair of Russian Bear aircraft pictured from a Royal Air Force Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoon during an intercept in September 2014

Operation Gold. Reconstruction of the tunnel built by American intelligence and British between 1954 and 1955 to link the west and east side of the city

A German seaplane comes down on the water to stop a British sailing ship. 1914 - 1918

TSF WWII, France
TSF position in France to intercept transmissions during World War II

Defence against the deadly long-range missiles 1958
Illustration by George Horace Davis, showing some ideas for missile interception, based on radar, computers, satellite and missile rockets in the future, and the continuing need for manned aircraft

Insert of cover design, Popular Flying
Insert reproduction of cover design, Popular Flying, the National Aviation Paper, July 1936. Running the Gauntlet(s), showing a Hawker Demon (with a Rolls Royce Kestrel engine) of 23F Squadron

Junkers Ju 88A -Germanys standard light bomber throughout the war Its speed made it difficult to intercept

A Conference of the Allies 1917
British officers, presumably home on leave for Christmas, standing behind a curtain with sprigs of mistletoe behind their backs

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The Baltic Fleet: " the Snap" Gun Boat of H.M.s. " james Watt" Sent to Intercept Along Shore Traffic

Shakespeare, Richard III Act IV Sc. IV. Elizabeth Woodville and the Duchess of York, Widow and mother of Edward IV, intercept and remonstrate with Richard III. Illustration by Sir John Gilbert

French navy blocade
Part of the intercepted cargo destined for Germany, 502, 000 tons of merchandise were at the point of the picture already confiscated

Crimean war John Bythsea & William Johnstone
During the Crimean War, Commander John Bythsea (or Bythesea) and Stoker William Johnstone seize the Russian mail and despatches from five Russian soldiers in order to intercept important messages

RAF Control Centre; Second World War, 1944
Painting showing a Royal Air Force Control Centre, somewhere in South East England, 1944. At that time, this centre was involved in plotting the courses of V-1 Flying Bombs

German Raiders Intercept
Training flights at a French air base

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"Intercept: Unveiling the Mysterious Encounters and Heroic Missions" Embarking on a journey through history, we delve into the captivating world of intercepts. From UFO sightings to daring North Sea interceptions, these remarkable events have left us in awe. In the midst of World War II's Battle of Britain, brave pilots engaged in intense dogfights with enemy aircraft, defending their skies with unwavering determination. The Beechcraft RU-21B Ute 67-18093 became an emblem of courage as it soared through the clouds, carrying out vital reconnaissance missions. Operation Gold takes us back to a time when espionage knew no bounds. Witnessing the reconstruction of an underground tunnel built by American agents reveals their relentless pursuit for intelligence during Cold War tensions. The canvas tells tales of San Jacinto and Trent Affair in 1861; oil strokes immortalize historical moments that shaped nations. Engravings depict The Baltic Fleet's mighty presence at sea, reminding us of naval power that once dominated vast oceans. Switching gears to modern times, we witness a US football player sprinting towards victory - capturing our attention with his electrifying speed and skill on the field. Russian Bear H Aircraft looms over landscapes like a guardian angel protecting its territory from potential threats. Its formidable presence serves as a reminder that defense against long-range missiles is paramount even today. An insert featuring Popular Flying cover design transports us back to an era where aviation magazines fueled dreams and ignited passion for flight among enthusiasts worldwide. Junkers Ju 88A emerges as Germany's standard light bomber during turbulent times - symbolizing both destruction and innovation amidst chaos and conflict. From mysterious encounters in outer space to heroic acts defying all odds on Earth, intercepts weave together stories that captivate our imagination while shedding light on pivotal moments throughout history.