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View of one of the main canals, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1895. Creator: Unknown
View of one of the main canals, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1895. Barges and gabled buildings. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

On the Bank of the Scheldt, Ghent, Belgium, 1895. Creator: Unknown
On the Bank of the Scheldt, Ghent, Belgium, 1895. Gabled buildings on the River Scheldt. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Many gabled timber church with 12th century arcade and turrets, Hitterdal, Norway, c1905
Many gabled timber church with curious 12th century arcade and turrets, Hitterdal, Norway, c1905. From " The Underwood Travel Library - Norway". [Underwood & Underwood, London ]

Coldbath House, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Coldbath House, c1872. Coldbath House, Clerkenwell, London. From Old and New London, Vol. II: A Narrative of Its History, Its People, and Its Places, by Walter Thornbury

Sunnyside, Home of Washington Irving, near Tarrytown, New York State, USA, c1900. Home of the American author Washington Irving (1783-1859). From Scenic Marvels of the New World edited by Prof

Forde House, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Forde House, Newton Abbot, Devon, 1894. Jacobean former manor house, built by Sir Richard Reynell c1610. From Beautiful Britain; views of our stately homes. [The Werner Company of Chicago, 1894]

Kew Palace, Richmond, London, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Kew Palace, Richmond, London, 1894. Built in 1663 for a Dutch merchant, this building was known as the Dutch House because of its Dutch gables. It was purchased by King George III in 1781

Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Ockwells Manor, Berkshire, 1894. Timber-framed manor house near Maidenhead, dating from the 15th century, when the house was rebuilt by its owner, Sir John Norreys

The North Front of Sion College, London Wall, as it appeared in 1800, 1815. Artist
The North Front of Sion College, London Wall, as it appeared in the Year 1800 before it was Rebuilt, 1815. From an original drawing in the possession of the President and Fellows of Sion College

Former Building of Torok Bank, Budapest, Hungary, (1906), c2014-2017. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Former Building of Torok Bank, Budapest, Hungary. c2014-2017. Designed by Henrik Bohm and Armin Hegedus: 1906. Secessionist mosaic by Miksa Roth called Patrona Hungariae

View of the door of the hermitage of San Pelayo, both the door and windows are pointed, the bell gable is of small size

Wooden shop fronts described as Sharpss Buildings, Royal Mint Street, Stepney, London, 1871

Wych Street, Westminster, London, c1850. Artist: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd
Wych Street, Westminster, London, c1850. View of the south side of the street, showing shop fronts and houses

South-west view of an old timber-framed house in Ship Yard, Westminster, London, 1815

View of buildings on Ludgate Hill showing figures on the street, City of London, c1870

Ghent, 1893. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
Ghent, 1893. View of the Belgian city with buildings, and monks and other figures on the canal side

View of a house in Wells Street, Hackney, London, c1800. The building was formerly the residence of the Knights of Malta

No 3 Chancery Lane, City of London, 1799

Houses in Blackhorse Alley, Fleet Street, City of London, 1850. Artist: James Findlay
Houses in Blackhorse Alley, Fleet Street, City of London, 1850

Aldgate, London, c1820(?). Artist: Frederick Nash
Aldgate, London, c1820(?). View of Aldgate incorporating twin embattled towers, bas relief figure and Baroque gable above

Fleet Street, London, 1798 Artist: William Capon
View of houses on the north side of Fleet Street, London, 1798; between Temple Bar and Chancery Lane

Colourful houses, Gamla Stan, Stortorget Square, Stockholm, Sweden. Stortorget Square is situated in the heart of Gamla Stan, Stockholms old town

Christiania... c1920. Artist: ENA
Christiania. Dragon-head gable terminals, suggesting the prows of Viking ships, and shingle roofs characterise the old wooden Stave characters in Norway

Bellevue Theatre, Upper Montclair, New Jersey, 1925. Designed in mock Tudor style, the Bellevue Theatre in Upper Montclair is a cinema opened in 1923 in a former stables

Inner Temple Gate House, City of London, c1900 (1911). Inner Temple, Fleet Street, is one of the four Inns of Court in central London

Long Lane, Smithfield, City of London, 1810 (1911). Artist: John Thomas Smith
Long Lane, Smithfield, City of London, 1810 (1911). From London - The City, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

Old houses in St John Street, Clerkenwell, London, c1811 (1911). From London - North of the Thames, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1911]

North-west view of the ruins of Winchester Palace, Southwark, London, c1900 (1906). Winchester Palace was a 12th century palace which served as the London townhouse of the Bishops of Winchester

Staple Inn, High Holborn, London, c1890 (1904). Staple Inn is a Tudor building in the City of London used as the London venue for meetings of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries

The Carmelite monastery on the Rue d Enfer, Paris, 1915. From Paris Past and Present. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1915]

Barrington Court, Somerset, 1915. Plate XLI from Old English Mansions by Charles Holme [The Studio Ltd, London & New York, 1915]

Hall of the Watermen`s Guild, Ghent, Belgium, c1900 (1914-1915). Artist: John Benjamin Stone
Hall of the Watermen`s Guild, Ghent, Belgium, c1900 (1914-1915). Facing the River Leie, a fine specimen of Gothic domestic architecture, built early in the 16th century. From The Studio Volume 63

Gable on a residential building, Schonhausen, near Berlin, Germany, c1850. Artist: Anst von W Loeillot
Gable on a residential building, Schonhausen, near Berlin, Germany, c1850

Old Dutch house, Long Island, New York, 18th century (c1880). A print from Cassells History of the United States, by Edmund Ollier, Volume II, Cassell Petter and Galpin, London, c1880

Clark Gable (1901-1960), American actor, 20th century. Gable was an Academy Award-winner and the biggest box office star of the early sound film era

Clark Gable, American actor, 20th century. Known as the King of Hollywood Gable was the biggest box office star of the early sound film era

Clark Gable, American actor, c1942-1945. Known as the King of Hollywood Gable was the biggest box office star of the early sound film era

Clark Gable (1901-1960), American actor, c1930s

Staple Inn, Holborn, London, 1926-1927. The black and white half-timbered Staple Inn on High Holborn, one of central Londons few surviving Tudor buildings, dates from 1585

Festival of the Holy Blood of Christ, Bruges, Belgium, 1936. Artist: Charles E Brown
Festival of the Holy Blood of Christ, Bruges, Belgium, 1936. From Peoples of the World in Pictures, edited by Harold Wheeler, published by Odhams Press Ltd (London, 1936)

Kew Palace, Richmond upon Thames, London. Built in 1663 for a Dutch merchant, this building was known as the Dutch House because of its Dutch gables. It was purchased by King George III in 1781

Clark Gable, Academy Award-winning American film actor. Gable (1901-1960) was the biggest box office star of the early sound film era

Bulls Head Inn, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, 1924-1926. A print from Hutchinsons Britain Beautiful, edited by Walter Hutchinson, volume III, 1924-1926

Where Tsar Peter worked as a shipwright, Zaandam, Netherlands, c1934. Russian czar Peter the Great stayed here in 1697. Illustration from La Hollande by Henry Asselin

Old Houses in Holborn, London, c1920s. The black and white half-timbered Staple Inn on High Holborn, one of central Londons few surviving Tudor buildings, dates from 1585

Gabled houses, Cloth Fair, London, c1920s. Terrace of 17th-century buildings which have since been demolished. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd

Market Square, Brussels, 1898. Artist: James Batkin
Market Square, Brussels, 1898. The Grand Place, Brussels market square, was heavily damaged by artillery bombardment by the French in 1695

Street scene, Rotterdam, 1898. Artist: James Batkin
Street scene, Rotterdam, 1898. The building on the left is typical of Dutch architecture; the gabled front features a hook for winching up goods from the street, (or from the canal)

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"Gable: A Symbol of Strength and Legacy" In the realm of sports, the name Gable echoes with unparalleled prowess and determination. The 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich witnessed an awe-inspiring moment as Dan Gable, representing the USA wrestling team, locked horns with Japan's Kikuo Wada. Their intense bout showcased the true spirit of Olympic competition. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in County Mayo, Ireland, a different kind of apparition unfolded at Knock. This mystical encounter left locals astounded and ignited conversations about faith and spirituality that still resonate today. Venturing further into Ireland's rich history, we find ourselves immersed in Derry's Bogside Mural series known as "The Peoples Gallery. " These vibrant murals depict tales of struggle and resilience that have shaped Northern Ireland's identity. Shifting our focus to Napes Needle brings us closer to nature's marvels. This towering rock formation nestled amidst England's Lake District stands as a testament to Earth's enduring beauty. But let us not forget another renowned figure bearing the name Gable – Clark Gable. The iconic American actor captivated audiences worldwide through his unforgettable performances. In 1939, he immortalized himself alongside Vivien Leigh in "Gone with the Wind, " bringing Margaret Mitchell's beloved novel to life onscreen. Within this cinematic masterpiece, Gable portrayed Rhett Butler – a character etched into pop culture forevermore. His charm and charisma continue to captivate generations long after his passing in 1960. Traveling across continents now leads us to Folkestone’s Leas Lift – an enchanting Victorian funicular railway offering breathtaking views along England’s coastlines. Here lies yet another example of human ingenuity blending seamlessly with natural landscapes. Amsterdam beckons next; its picturesque reflections mirror centuries-old architecture lining its charming canals. These shimmering waters hold stories untold within their depths while captivating visitors from around the world.