Mainstay Collection

Avro 683 Lancaster I of No 467 Squadron bombing-up-became the mainstay of RAF Bomber Command, the type entering operations in February 1942

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A South African Agricultural Show, Port Elizabeth, Cape Colony (engraving)
1061078 A South African Agricultural Show, Port Elizabeth, Cape Colony (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A South African Agricultural Show)

Our South African War Pictures (b / w photo)
1600130 Our South African War Pictures (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our South African War Pictures)

Advert for Beechams Pills 1900
The before and after approach is a mainstay of medical advertising : here it is, used dramatically, if not credibly, by the manufacturers of Beechams Pills. 1900

Beriev A-50, Russian AWACS aircraft
Early warning radar aircraft. View of the radar installation on top of a Beriev A-50 airborne early-warning and control system (AWACS) aircraft of the Russian Air Force

Dewoitine D520 the mainstay of French fighter forces facing the Luftwaffe in 1940

Nakamura Denkuro Asaina no Saburo Nakajima Kanzaemon
Artokoloro

Anchor and chain

Two metal anchors

LCC-MFB Horse drawn steamer and fire crew
A horse drawn steamer, mainstay of the Metropolitan Fire Brigades fire engine fleet, seen here at Southwark headquarters. Only the steamer had the ability to pump and deliver water onto a fire

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"Mainstay: A Tapestry of Timeless Strength and Support" In the midst of chaos, the Avro 683 Lancaster I of No 467 Squadron stands tall, its engines roaring as it prepares for a daring bombing mission. This iconic aircraft, an unwavering mainstay in times of war, symbolizes resilience and determination. Across the vast plains of South Africa, a bustling Agricultural Show in Port Elizabeth captures the spirit of hard work and perseverance. The engraving immortalizes this event as a testament to the enduring traditions that have been a mainstay in Cape Colony's history. As black-and-white photographs transport us back to our South African War Pictures, we witness soldiers standing side by side, their unity serving as an unwavering support system amidst turmoil. These brave individuals embody the very essence of what it means to be a mainstay - steadfastness in times of adversity. Even beyond battlefields and historic events, support can come in various forms. An advertisement for Beechams Pills from 1900 reminds us that even medicinal remedies have long been relied upon as trusted mainstays for physical well-being. Taking flight into modern times, we encounter the Beriev A-50 - a Russian AWACS aircraft that acts as an ever-watchful guardian over skies. Its presence serves as reassurance; knowing there is always someone looking out for us brings comfort during uncertain moments. For France's fighter forces during World War II, the Dewoitine D520 reigned supreme - their ultimate mainstay against enemy aggression. These sleek machines soared through clouds with unmatched agility and bravery while protecting their homeland from harm. Delving deeper into cultural heritage reveals Nakamura Denkuro Asaina no Saburo Nakajima Kanzaemon – his name echoing throughout time like an anchor firmly rooted at sea. His contributions are forever etched into history books; he remains an unyielding force within Japanese tradition. Speaking of anchors, these nautical symbols represent stability and security.