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Destroying Collection (page 8)

From the destruction of towering landmarks to engulfing battles and militant attacks, history reveals the power of change

Background imageDestroying Collection: Destruction of the Property of Royalists, engraved by R. Wallis, c. 1860s (engraving)

Destruction of the Property of Royalists, engraved by R. Wallis, c. 1860s (engraving)
XJF493408 Destruction of the Property of Royalists, engraved by R. Wallis, c.1860s (engraving) by Cattermole, George (1800-68) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDestroying Collection: Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclay s

Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclay s
XJF486415 Of bostynge or hauynge confydence in fortune, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools, from an edition published in 1874 (engraving) by German School

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Devastations occasioned by the Rioters of London firing the New Gaol of Newgate and burning Mr

The Devastations occasioned by the Rioters of London firing the New Gaol of Newgate and burning Mr
XJF384094 The Devastations occasioned by the Rioters of London firing the New Gaol of Newgate and burning Mr. Akermans Furniture &c, June 6 1780, engraved by T

Background imageDestroying Collection: An exact representation of the Burning, Plundering and Destruction of Newgate by

An exact representation of the Burning, Plundering and Destruction of Newgate by
XJF384092 An exact representation of the Burning, Plundering and Destruction of Newgate by the Rioters on the memorable 7th June 1780, engraved by Henry Roberts, 1781 (engraving) by O Neale

Background imageDestroying Collection: The No Popery rioters burning the prison of Newgate in 1780 (engraving)

The No Popery rioters burning the prison of Newgate in 1780 (engraving)
XJF384093 The No Popery rioters burning the prison of Newgate in 1780 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Nashville Destroying a Federal Merchantman, American Civil War, United States

The Nashville Destroying a Federal Merchantman, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

Background imageDestroying Collection: Don Quixote fighting the puppets, illustration from Don Quixote de la Mancha

Don Quixote fighting the puppets, illustration from Don Quixote de la Mancha
XIR287752 Don Quixote fighting the puppets, illustration from Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel Cervantes (1547-1616) engraved by Heliodore Joseph Pisan (1822-90) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Dore

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Destruction of Charless balloon, Paris, August 27th 1783, from Wonderful

The Destruction of Charless balloon, Paris, August 27th 1783, from Wonderful
KW288075 The Destruction of Charless balloon, Paris, August 27th 1783, from Wonderful Balloon Ascents or the Conquest of the Skies, by Fulgence Marion, published in c.1870 (litho) by French School

Background imageDestroying Collection: 2619158; out of copyright

2619158; out of copyright

Background imageDestroying Collection: Death of Samson, Judges 26: 28-30, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible

Death of Samson, Judges 26: 28-30, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible
KW259181 Death of Samson, Judges 26:28-30, illustration from Dores The Holy Bible, engraved by G.Larlante, 1866 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; French

Background imageDestroying Collection: Six royal statues destroyed in Paris, 11th August 1792 (engraving)

Six royal statues destroyed in Paris, 11th August 1792 (engraving)
XIR239761 Six royal statues destroyed in Paris, 11th August 1792 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageDestroying Collection: Samson and Delilah and the destruction of the Temple (colour litho)

Samson and Delilah and the destruction of the Temple (colour litho)
XJL211230 Samson and Delilah and the destruction of the Temple (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Civica Raccolta Stampe Bertarelli, Milan, Italy; German, out of copyright

Background imageDestroying Collection: English goods burnt in Amsterdam (pen, ink & wash on paper) (b / w photo)

English goods burnt in Amsterdam (pen, ink & wash on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR164801 English goods burnt in Amsterdam (pen, ink & wash on paper) (b/w photo) by Monnet, Charles (1732-after 1808); 13.5x10.1 cm; Musee National du Chateau de Malmaison, Rueil-Malmaison

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Pillage and Destruction of Chateaux and the Emigration of Princes and Courtiers in July 1789

The Pillage and Destruction of Chateaux and the Emigration of Princes and Courtiers in July 1789
XIR158193 The Pillage and Destruction of Chateaux and the Emigration of Princes and Courtiers in July 1789 (colour engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Background imageDestroying Collection: Rebecca and her Daughters (engraving) (b&w photo)

Rebecca and her Daughters (engraving) (b&w photo)
XJF128091 Rebecca and her Daughters (engraving) (b&w photo) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: protest against tollgate charges on public roads; destruction of gates)

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Crusaders War Machinery, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F

The Crusaders War Machinery, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F
KW219455 The Crusaders War Machinery, illustration from Bibliotheque des Croisades by J-F. Michaud, 1877 (litho) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDestroying Collection: Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) orders the sinking of his ships, Mexico, July 1519 (engraving)

Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) orders the sinking of his ships, Mexico, July 1519 (engraving)
KW115057 Hernan Cortes (1485-1547) orders the sinking of his ships, Mexico, July 1519 (engraving) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; Spanish, out of copyright

Background imageDestroying Collection: Destruction of Port-Royal des Champs and arrest of the nuns on 29th October 1709

Destruction of Port-Royal des Champs and arrest of the nuns on 29th October 1709
XIR215541 Destruction of Port-Royal des Champs and arrest of the nuns on 29th October 1709 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageDestroying Collection: Calvinists destroying statues in the Catholic Churches, 1566 (engraving)

Calvinists destroying statues in the Catholic Churches, 1566 (engraving)
XJF105369 Calvinists destroying statues in the Catholic Churches, 1566 (engraving) by Flemish School, (16th century); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageDestroying Collection: Gen. Shermans men destroying the railroad, before the evacuation of Atlanta, Ga

Gen. Shermans men destroying the railroad, before the evacuation of Atlanta, Ga. USA, US, Vintage photography

Background imageDestroying Collection: St Marys Church Lubeck

St Marys Church Lubeck, was built between 1250 and 1350. It has always been a symbol of the power and prosperity of the old Hanseatic city

Background imageDestroying Collection: St Marys Church Lubeck

St Marys Church Lubeck, was built between 1250 and 1350. It has always been a symbol of the power and prosperity of the old Hanseatic city

Background imageDestroying Collection: Puppies attaching the post - Ridways Tea Advertisement

Puppies attaching the post - Ridways Tea Advertisement
" The Pick of the post". An advertising postcard for Ridgways Tea, showing a pack of young puppies making some tasty discoveries while the Postmans back is turned

Background imageDestroying Collection: Destruction of rainforest caused by gold mining, Guyana, South America

Destruction of rainforest caused by gold mining, Guyana, South America

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10761608

Picture No. 10761608
Cambodia - The roots of a Kapok tree (Ceiba petandra) invade a gallery at the Ta Prohm temple in Angkor, supporting the monument and destroying it at the same time

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10761605

Picture No. 10761605
Cambodia - The roots of a Kapok tree (Ceiba petandra) invade a portico at the Ta Prohm temple in Angkor, supporting the monument and destroying it at the same time

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10761607

Picture No. 10761607
Cambodia - The roots of a fig tree invade a gallery at the Ta Prohm temple in Angkor, supporting the monument and destroying it at the same time

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10761606

Picture No. 10761606
Cambodia - The roots of a fig tree invade a gallery at the Ta Prohm temple in Angkor, supporting the monument and destroying it at the same time. On the left a niche with a Devata (deity, divinity)

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10761609

Picture No. 10761609
Cambodia - The roots of a Kapok tree (Ceiba petandra) invade a gallery at the Ta Prohm temple in Angkor, supporting the monument and destroying it at the same time

Background imageDestroying Collection: Picture No. 10750264

Picture No. 10750264
CORAL DESTRUCTION - Destroying reef for building materials Date:

Background imageDestroying Collection: Jean Barth (or Bart) 1651-1702. French privateer: In 1691 he commanded small squadron

Jean Barth (or Bart) 1651-1702. French privateer: In 1691 he commanded small squadron of French vessels in the North Sea, destroying English vessels. Late 19th century chromolithograph

Background imageDestroying Collection: Island of Thera (Santorin) in eruption of 1866. Horseshoe shape created during cataclysmic

Island of Thera (Santorin) in eruption of 1866. Horseshoe shape created during cataclysmic eruption c1500 BC. May have created tidal wave destroying Knossus. Perhaps gave rise to Atlantis legend

Background imageDestroying Collection: 3BH193. jpg

3BH193. jpg
Four soldiers ride in a tank destroying vehicle

Background imageDestroying Collection: Consequences Of A Successful French Invasion

Consequences Of A Successful French Invasion, , Artist, [london] : Js. Gillray, 1798 March 1st. En Sanguine Engraving, French Soldiers Pillaging And Destroying The House Of Lords

Background imageDestroying Collection: Samson Destroying the Philistines with the Jawbone of an Ass, by Gustave Dore

Samson Destroying the Philistines with the Jawbone of an Ass, by Gustave Dore

Background imageDestroying Collection: The Nashville Destroying a Federal Merchantman, American Civil War, United States of America

The Nashville Destroying a Federal Merchantman, American Civil War, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

Background imageDestroying Collection: Storm damage to shingle filled wire gabions on beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, January

Storm damage to shingle filled wire gabions on beach, Chesil Beach, Dorset, England, January

Background imageDestroying Collection: Erosion of sea cliffs with damaged road, Route 1, Westport, North California, U. S. A. February

Erosion of sea cliffs with damaged road, Route 1, Westport, North California, U. S. A. February
Erosion of sea cliffs with damaged road, Route 1, Westport, North California, U.S.A. February

Background imageDestroying Collection: Eroded sea cliffs and damaged chalets after December 2013 tidal surge, Hemsby, Norfolk, England

Eroded sea cliffs and damaged chalets after December 2013 tidal surge, Hemsby, Norfolk, England, January

Background imageDestroying Collection: Eroded sea cliffs and damaged chalet after December 2013 tidal surge, Hemsby, Norfolk, England

Eroded sea cliffs and damaged chalet after December 2013 tidal surge, Hemsby, Norfolk, England, January

Background imageDestroying Collection: Aftermath of fire on heathland caused by either carelessness or arson, Ashdown Forest

Aftermath of fire on heathland caused by either carelessness or arson, Ashdown Forest, East Sussex, England, June

Background imageDestroying Collection: Fire on heathland caused by either carelessness or arson, Ashdown Forest, East Sussex, England, June

Fire on heathland caused by either carelessness or arson, Ashdown Forest, East Sussex, England, June

Background imageDestroying Collection: Caterpillars of Oak Silkmoth (Antheraea) on feeding on twigs, stripping away green leaves

Caterpillars of Oak Silkmoth (Antheraea) on feeding on twigs, stripping away green leaves

Background imageDestroying Collection: Mongrel puppy (Canis familiaris) ripping feathers out of red pillow, side view

Mongrel puppy (Canis familiaris) ripping feathers out of red pillow, side view

Background imageDestroying Collection: Dachshund (Canis familiaris) lying down and ripping up a magazine, side view

Dachshund (Canis familiaris) lying down and ripping up a magazine, side view

Background imageDestroying Collection: Burning contraband goods, Ethiopia C017 / 7617

Burning contraband goods, Ethiopia C017 / 7617
Burning contraband goods. Ethiopian children and young adults watching contraband goods being burnt. The settlement where this is taking place is within the Oromo tribal district

Background imageDestroying Collection: Broken planet, conceptual artwork

Broken planet, conceptual artwork
Broken planet, conceptual computer artwork

Background imageDestroying Collection: Neutrophil engulfing MRSA, SEM C018 / 8597

Neutrophil engulfing MRSA, SEM C018 / 8597
Neutrophil engulfing MRSA. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a neutrophil white blood cell (bottom) engulfing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria (MRSA, yellow)



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From the destruction of towering landmarks to engulfing battles and militant attacks, history reveals the power of change. This 19th-century French engraving captures the essence of transformation as Tinsley cooling towers in Sheffield meet their demise. Just like His Broadcast Masters Voice by George Studdy, these structures once echoed with life but now crumble under progress's weight. Witnessing the demolition unfold is reminiscent of a neutrophil engulfing MRSA, an act necessary for healing and renewal. As we reflect on this scene, let us not forget the sacred oak at St Boniface that witnessed countless changes throughout time. The Battle of Salamanca reminds us that even in destruction lies opportunity for victory and growth. In a surprising twist, suffragette militants attacked a golf course to fight for equality - proof that sometimes breaking norms can lead to progress. Like a Sunderland Flying Boat soaring through stormy skies, we must navigate challenges fearlessly to forge ahead towards brighter horizons. Phagocytosis of fungal spores teaches us about nature's ability to cleanse itself from within while wrecked fishing boats symbolize resilience amidst turbulent times. Destruction may seem daunting, but it often paves the way for new beginnings.