Operations Collection (page 16)

NFS London Region control room, HQ, WW2
Firemen and firewomen of the NFS (London Region) at the telephone switchboard of the control room at Lambeth HQ

Building an Air Shelter
Workmen building an air shelter, U.S.A. Date: 1960s

Thatching a Roof
Thatching a lovely large English country house. Date: 1967

Working a gun on submarine parent ship, WW1
Men of the British Royal Navy working a gun on a submarine parent ship during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Breaking an Egg
Breaking an egg into a bowl. Date: 20th century

A patrol of boy scouts marching to the rendezvous at the commencement of operations. The Scouts field day at Aldershot has developed into a splendidly organised monthly meeting

Hedger with Scythe
A hedger keeps the rural hedgrows under control in the English countryside with his scythe. Date: early 1930s

Underwater Habitat
Diving chemists taking water samples for analysis at the Tektite II underwater habitat, which involved an all-female team of aquanauts, 50 feet off St. Johns, U.S. Virgin Islands Date: 1970

Underwater House
A diver from the Imperial College / Enfield College (London) expedition to Malta, examines the outer structure of their underwater house. Date: late 1960s

Building Vatican Railway
Tunnelling works at Vatican City, Rome, Italy, to connect the area with the Italian State Railway. Date: 1929

Building a House 1930S
An " all timber" private detached house being constructed in the open countryside. Date: 1930s

Grange Hill Beacon
Grange, Beacon, Grange Hill, Merseyside, England, a 60 feet high sandstone pillar erected by the Trustees of Liverpool Docks in 1841, as a navigational shipping guide. Date: 1950s

Cleaning a Garden Pond
Clearing debris from the surface of a garden pond with a rake. Date: 1960s

William Shepherd Benson, US admiral
William Shepherd Benson (1855 - 1932), Admiral in the United States Navy, and Chief of Naval Operations during World War One. Date: c.1916

French submarine Turquoise renamed, Turkey, WW1
The French submarine Turquoise, captured by Ottoman forces, renamed Mustacip Onbasi and commissioned for operations in the Black Sea during the First World War. Date: late 1915

Nautical Students 1930S
Young men, students at the London School of Engineering and navigation, learning how to take a bearing by sextant to find the position of a ship when out at sea. Date: 1930s

Underwater Laboratory
Physicist Brian Ray, testing the carbon dioxide content of the atmosphere in Sealab II, Britains first permanent underwater laboratory, 30 feet beneath the waves off Plymouth Date: 1960s

Surgical Operations
Devices enabling incisions in the skull and giving access to the brain which must have been an interesting experience for the patient. Date: 1525

Tiling a Roof, Tools
Tools of the roof builders from the 18th century. Date: Circa 1760

Diving, Malta 1969
Divers vent compressed air from a valve in the roof of the Underwater House, after setting it up, 30 feet beneath the surface of Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta. Date: 1969

Digging the Garden
An old man digs over the vegetable patch of his walled garden. Date: 1930s

Masonry Equipment 18th C
Equipment used by builders in the 18th century including cranes, saws, winches, scaffolding, etc. Date: Circa 1760

Tree-Surgeon & Audience
A cartoon on the tree- surgeons art: a tree trunk lies in an operating theatre with an axe embedded in its bark while the surgeon demonstrates his skill Date: 1927

Laying a Tiled Floor
Three men lay a tiled floor in a grand house, being careful to measure everything exactly Date: circa 1760

Miners Safety Lamp
An example of a miners safety lamp

Dorchester House
Remains of Dorchester House, demolished to make way for a new hotel - The Dorchester. The site was sold in July 1929, to Robert McAlpine in association with Gordon Hotels. Date: 7 October 1929

Thatching a Roof / 1957
Man thatching a roof Date: 1957

Soviet Counter Attack
Soviet counter-attack by hiding among cattle - as did Odysseus... Date: October 1941

Attacking Channel Ships
German JU-87 Stukas and Messerschmitt 110s operating from French bases attack shipping in the Thames estuary, sinking many allied vessels Date: December 1940

Underwater Explorer
The underwater explorer of de Collange and Jobard solves the problem of air supply, but at the cost of manoeuvrability - the air pipe would need to be flexible and extensible. Date: 1855

Stonemason Cutting Stone
A stonemason cutting stone using a powerful circular saw for use in new city buildings Date: 1950s

Italians Attack Ships
Italian warships fire on suspicious-looking vessels in the Aegean Date: November 1940

Thatching a Roof / 1950S
Thatching a roof at an agricultural show. Date: 1950s

Tiling a Roof, France
Workers tile the roof of a building in a French town while two well-to-do gentlemen look on Date: Circa 1760

Digging Garden 1970S
A suburban housewife digging the garden. Date: 1975

Trainee Miners / 1966
Young trainee miners working at a National Coal Board training centre. Date: circa 1966

Stukas Bomb Norway
Norway : German Junkers JU-87 Stukas dive-bomb Norwegian railway installations in order to hamper resistance to the German invasion Date: May 1940

Italians in Kenya
East Africa : the Italians continue their successful advance through East Africa and attack the British base at Mojale, Kenya Date: August 1940

Laying Foundations 18Th
Examples of how to lay foundations according to the standards of 18th century France. Date: Circa 1760

Gear Lift for Stones
A gear lift for stone blocks in 18th century France. Date: Circa 1760

Stonework in the 18th C
Stoneworkers engaged in various activities in 18th century France. Date: Circa 1760

Coal Wagons
Coal wagons Date: 19th Century

Gardener Staking Plants
A smartly-dressed lady in her garden stakes some tall plants. Date: 1889

Warning, Forest Operations sign on footpath gate, England, april

Domestic Cat, ginger and white tabby, adult, sitting in cage, house-bound during recovery from operation, England, august

Cargo transport and baggage loading
Israel, Ben-Gurion international Airport Cargo transport and baggage loading area Luggage conveyor belt

Chatham siege demonstration 1868
The annual field day and exhibition of siege operations at Chatham, Kent. Watched by a large crowd of spectators, Royal Engineers

WWI Transport ship
A transport approaching a French battleship engaged in the operations at the Dardanelles during World War I

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"Operations: A Tapestry of Skill, Strategy, and Legacy" From the military badge symbolizing honor and bravery to the artistry of dry stone walling, operations encompass a diverse range of activities that shape our world. In the depths of history, WW2 posters rallied support for the valiant efforts of 52 (Lowland) Division as they carried out their crucial missions. The menacing Stuka aircraft advertised its deadly capabilities while bricklayers in 1827 laid foundations for future generations. Amidst the darkness of coal mines, Durham Pit Ponies played an integral role in ensuring smooth operations underground. Building Emp State Buil showcased grand architectural endeavors that stood tall as symbols of progress. Skilled craftsmen wielded building and masonry tools with precision, shaping structures that would withstand the test of time. In a realm where safety is paramount, air traffic control flight information strips guided planes through skies teeming with life. The compass rose served as a steadfast companion to navigators on perilous journeys across uncharted waters. The Welrod pistol whispered tales from covert operations during times when silence was golden. These snippets from various realms highlight how operations intertwine throughout history - be it military campaigns or construction projects - leaving indelible marks on society's tapestry. As we reflect upon these hints about "operations, " let us appreciate those who have dedicated their lives to executing intricate plans with unwavering dedication and ingenuity, and is through their collective efforts that we witness progress unfold before our eyes – reminding us that behind every great achievement lies a story woven by countless individuals who ensure seamless operations in pursuit of greatness.