Equipment Collection

Antique map of the Roman Empire, with a detail on Rome

HMS Invincible Returns from the Falklands in 1982
HMS Invincible returns to massive celebrations following the Falklands Conflict in 1982. Lined up on deck are Sea King helicopters from 820 Naval Air Squadron

Royal Navy Type 23 Frigate HMS Argyll
Royal Navy Type 23 frigate HMS Argyll is pictured at the end of Exercise Goalkeeper in the Middle East. Based in Plymouth, HMS Argyll is the longest-serving Type 23 frigate in the Royal Navy

Antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons

Soldiers from 3 Para Parachute from a Hercules Aircraft
Paratroopers descend to earth from a Royal Air Force Hercules aircraft during a demonstration of their skills. Over 120 troops from A Company, 3 PARA, ( 3rd Battalion)

1966 Swedish Rally
FEBRUARY 13: Rune Larsson / Borje Nilsson, Volvo 122 having headlamp beam adjustment during the Swedish Rally on February 13, 1966. (Photo by LAT Images)

Coal Mining Operations
Mining operations, drilling and boring, showing equipment and cross-section of mine. Date: 19th century

What every golfer wants by William Heath Robinson. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans Date: 1921

Albion Class Assault Ship HMS Bulwark
Pictured from astern is the Albion Class Assault Ship HMS Bulwark. The vessel was operating close to the Scottish mainland during Operation Wader part of the wider Exercise Joint Warrior in October

Modern era. Arquebusier. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

PC John Soanes wearing the new helmets which have been issued to officers in Essex, as he takes a last look at the old ones, 1969

Medieval urine wheel. Labelled in Latin, this 15th century diagram shows some of the possible colours of urine (outer edge of circle) to help doctors diagnose urine-related diseases

Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Illustrious Returns To Portsmouth Folllowing Refit
Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier HMS Illustrious is escorted by tugs as she returns to Portsmouth following her refit in Scotland

HMS Superb is pictured with the Rock of Gibraltar in the background

Image of HMS Vengeance returning to HMNB Clyde, after completing Operational Sea Training. The trials were conducted in Scottish exercise areas

Nuclear Submarine HMS Vanguard Returns to HMNB Clyde, Scotland
Nuclear submarine HMS Vanguard arrives back at HM Naval Base Clyde, Faslane, Scotland following a patrol

HMS Ambush
Astute class submarine HMS Ambush is pictured during sea trials near Scotland. Ambush, second of the nuclear powered attack submarines

Plague doctor, 17th century artwork
Plague doctor. 17th century artwork titled Doktor Schnabel von Rom (Beak Doctor from Rome). The text is in Latin. The costumes bronze mask contained aromatic herbs and reduced exposure to bad air

US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter
Pictured are two US Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk Multi-Mission Helicopters at Kandahar Airfield in 2010. The Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk is a four-bladed, twin-engine

Cockpit of Grob Tutor Two Seat Training Aircraft
The cockpit of a Grob Tutor light aircraft is pictured at Middle Wallop, the home of the Army Air Corps. Elementary Flying Training for prospective Army pilots lasts for 13 weeks

Spitfire Fighter Aircraft Hot Starting Engines
Spitfire TE311 of the Royal Air Force Memorial Flight (RAFMF) piloted by Wg Cdr " Godders" Godfrey performs a " hot start" during the RAFMF Public Display Authority (PDA)

Craster harbour, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Type 23 frigate HMS KENT at Sea, south of the Isle of Wight
Portsmouth-based Type 23 frigate HMS KENT at Sea, south of the Isle of Wight. HMS Kent is one of the newest of the Type 23 frigates within the Royal Navy arsenal

HMS Vigilant
Royal Navy Vanguard Class submarine HMS Vigilant returning to HMNB Clyde after her extended deployment. The four Vanguard-class submarines form the UKs strategic nuclear deterrent force

C17 Transport Aircraft Taking Off from RAF Brize Norton
A Royal Air Force 99 Squadron C17 aircraft taking off from RAF Brize Norton providing air transport assistance to France for the Central African Republic (CAR)

Royal Navy Harrier Jet High Over RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus
LA(Phot) Luis Holden won the Navy News Award in the 2011 Peregrine Trophy Photographic Competition with this image. A Joint Force Harrier jet is pictured high over RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus shortly

Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century

HMS Ocean at sea
Pictured is HMS OCEAN, the Royal Navys Landing Platform Helicopter (LPH) and Fleet Flagship. She is pictured with Merlin and Chinook Helicopters on her deck

Royal Navy Merlin Helicopter
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter taking part in an exercise over the south of England. Merlin Mk1 the worlds most potent submarine hunting helicopter

Antique Map of Tasmania
Antique map of Tasmania from 1867

British submarines during 50 years
A sectional view of the British Navys first submarine, and the development of the British submarine from 1900 to 1950. The illustration does not show every type built but depicts some of the most

Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank patrolling outside Basra, Iraq
Soldiers of 1 A Squadron, Queens Royal Lancers (QRL) patrolling outside Basra, Iraq onboard a Challenger 2 Main Battle Tank during Operation Telic 4

Antique map, Liverpool and Birkenhead, England, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Liverpool and Birkenhead, England, 19th Century

The Interport Field Gun Competition - Royal Navy
The Royal Navys field gun competition is a contest between teams from various Royal Navy commands, in which teams of sailors compete to transport a field gun and its equipment over

Prayer flags at Everest Base Camp, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal, Himalayas, Asia

Falconry equipment
Plate from Hermann Schlegel and A.H. Verster de Wulverhursts Traite de Fauconnerie (1844-1853)

Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century

Display of JCB Extradig diggers in a field
Display of bright yellow JCB Extradig Sitemaster diggers in a field, with a Turbo 4x4 underneath. Date: circa 1980s

Eyesight test chart

Mass spectrometer, 1954
Mass spectrometer. Researchers adjusting the controls of a mass spectrometer. This is an all-metal demountable mass spectrometer

Map of South East England, Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire 1891
Antique Map of Map of South East England, showing Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, and the Isle of Wight 1891

Vanguard-class submarine HMS Victorious
Pictured is the Vanguard-class submarine HMS Victorious. The Royal Navy has operated the UKs Continuous at Sea Deterrent since 1967 when the first SSBN or Ship Submersible Ballistic Nuclear HMS

HMS VIGILANT. Nuclear powered Trident Submarine. CLYDE AREA OF SCOTLAND. 03 / 04 / 1996
HMS Vigilant. This Trident Submarine is a Nuclear powered vessel contributing to NATOs nuclear deterrent. It is an advanced, high speed, long endurance underwater sub

ATLAS detector, CERN
ATLAS detector. Engineer standing on a platform in front of the ATLAS (a torodial LHC apparatus) detector (circular) at CERN (the European particle physics laboratory) near Geneva, Switzerland

A selection of copper border and jelly moulds

HMS Montrose
Type 23 frigate HMS Montrose is pictured at speed in the Mediterranean Sea during Exercise Cougar 12. The Duke Class ship is taking part in Cougar

Royal Navy Type 23 Frigate HMS Sutherland with a Merlin Helicopter Overhead
A Merlin helicopter flies over Royal Navy Type 23 frigate, HMS Sutherland during a Maritime Combat Power Visit (MCPV) in the Solent

Hercules C130J
A C130J Hercules transport aircraft operated by the Royal Air Force is pictured flying over the Norwegian countryside. The RAF has a total of 25 C-130J C4/C5 aircraft

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"From Ancient Empires to Modern Marvels: A Journey through Time and Technology" Delve into the past with an antique map of the Roman Empire, tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations. Explore Britain's rich history under the Anglo Saxons as depicted on a captivating antique map. Feel the adrenaline rush as soldiers from 3 Para parachute from a Hercules Aircraft, showcasing their unwavering courage and precision. Witness the triumphant return of HMS Invincible from the Falklands in 1982, symbolizing resilience and victory. Uncover medieval ingenuity with a glimpse at a urine wheel - an unconventional yet effective piece used during that era. Get behind-the-scenes access to the cockpit of Grob Tutor Two Seat Training Aircraft, where aspiring pilots hone their skills for future missions. Stand in awe before HMS Superb, an impressive vessel embodying naval power and strength. Experience the fiery roar as Spitfire Fighter Aircraft hot start their engines, ready to take flight and defend freedom. Witness Royal Navy's pride as HMS Illustrious returns to Portsmouth following a meticulous refit, exemplifying dedication to excellence. Soar high above RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus with a Royal Navy Harrier Jet capturing breathtaking views while safeguarding national security. Immerse yourself in Byzantine grandeur through a detailed map depicting its vast empire during its zenith in the 9th century Step into modern construction prowess with an expansive display of JCB Extradig diggers transforming fields into thriving landscapes. In this captivating journey through time and technology, witness how equipment has shaped our world - be it ancient empires or cutting-edge machinery.