Fog Horn Collection

Buster Keaton in The Navigator (1924)

Pendeen Watch lighthouse near St Just in Cornwall, UK
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Portland Head Light, Cape Elizabeth, Maine, United States of America

Engraving depicting a fog-horn for warning ships of cliffs during fog and other bad weather, 19th century
5309121 Engraving depicting a fog-horn for warning ships of cliffs during fog and other bad weather, 19th century; (add.info)

The Fog Horn on Flat Holm Island (Ynys Echni) in the Bristol Channel 5th October 1973

Visit of the Queen to the Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus at South Kensington (engraving)
1059295 Visit of the Queen to the Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus at South Kensington (engraving) by Wirgman, Theodore Blake (1848-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Wreck of the Channel Steamer "Victoria"near Dieppe (engraving)
1050469 The Wreck of the Channel Steamer " Victoria" near Dieppe (engraving) by Wyllie, Charles William (1853-1923); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fog-Horn at Dungeness Lighthouse (engraving)
1107932 The Fog-Horn at Dungeness Lighthouse (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fog-Horn at Dungeness Lighthouse)

Fog-Horn, for Warning Ships off the Coast (engraving)
1611792 Fog-Horn, for Warning Ships off the Coast (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fog-Horn, for Warning Ships off the Coast)

Sketches on Board a Lightship (engraving)
1616462 Sketches on Board a Lightship (engraving) by Craft, Percy Robert (1856-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches on Board a Lightship)

Fog Siren and Lighthouse, Flamborough, Northumberland (colour photo)
3094809 Fog Siren and Lighthouse, Flamborough, Northumberland (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fog Siren and Lighthouse, Flamborough)

RODEO: COWBOY, 1923. A portrait of Fog Horn Clancy, Jr. Photograph, 1923

The Naval and Submarine Engineering Exhibition at Islington: 1. Sounding the Fog-Horn; 2
THE NAVAL AND SUBMARINE ENGINEERING EXHIBITION AT ISLINGTON: 1. Sounding the Fog-Horn; 2. Model of the Yacht Formosa formerly Owned by the Prince of Wales; 3

The new lighthouse on Lundy Island Devon UK
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"Fog Horn: A Timeless Beacon of Safety and Nostalgia" In the enchanting world of silent cinema, Buster Keaton's iconic film "The Navigator" (1924) showcased a scene where a fog horn played a pivotal role in creating comedic chaos. Little did we know that this seemingly ordinary device would become an enduring symbol of safety and maritime history. From the majestic Portland Head Light in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, to the picturesque Pendeen Watch lighthouse near St Just in Cornwall, UK, fog horns have stood as steadfast guardians along treacherous coastlines. They pierce through dense mist with their resonant blasts, warning ships away from perilous rocks and guiding them safely home. Even royalty has marveled at their significance. The Queen's visit to the Loan Collection of Scientific Apparatus at South Kensington was marked by an exquisite engraving depicting these mighty instruments. Another engraving depicted "The Wreck of the Channel Steamer 'Victoria' near Dieppe, " reminding us how crucial they are in preventing such tragedies. One can almost hear the haunting sound emanating from Dungeness Lighthouse or imagine sailors finding solace amidst rough seas thanks to Fog-Horn's reassuring presence. Sketches on board a lightship further immortalize these beacons as they faithfully serve those navigating treacherous waters. Captured in vibrant color photography is Flamborough's Northumberland Coastline showcasing both a striking lighthouse and its accompanying fog siren—a testament to modern advancements ensuring maritime safety for all who venture into unpredictable waters. On Flat Holm Island within Bristol Channel lies yet another reminder of our reliance on fog horns. On October 5th, 1973, its powerful blast echoed across the waves—reassuring mariners while evoking memories of centuries past when similar sounds guided seafarers through thick blankets of mist. Fog horns even found their place beyond coastal landscapes.