Hampered Collection

Finishing of the manufacture of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable
Completion of the Atlantic Telegraph cable as the last inch of cable passes through the machinery of Messrs Glass and Elliott at Morden Whard, East Greenwich

The Contest for the "America"Cup, a Scene on the Crowded Course (litho)
1056599 The Contest for the " America" Cup, a Scene on the Crowded Course (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The ball-runner, 1510-19 (litho)
3124805 The ball-runner, 1510-19 (litho) by Baldung Grien, Hans (1484/5-1545) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Die KugellAauferin Allegorical representation)

Blitz in London -- searching debris for casualties, WW2
Blitz in London -- rescue personnel searching for casualties but being severely hampered by smoke from the smouldering debris. Date: 1940s

The robbery of Europe, Jacob de Gheyn (II), c. 1592

Tower of Babel, Jan Luyken, Willem Goeree, 1690

Crimea War Supplies
Commisariat difficulties : scene on the road from Balaklava to Sebastopol - supplies of food and munitions hampered by wet weather

Building Tower of Babel
In hope of reaching Heaven, Noahs descendants erect a ziggurat in the plain of Shinar, but construction is hampered by a breakdown in communication among them

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"Hampered: A Tale of Triumph and Tragedy in History's Wake" In the midst of chaos, progress emerges. From the finishing of the manufacture of the Atlantic Telegraph Cable to the contest for the "America" Cup, scenes unfold that showcase both human resilience and hindrances faced along the way. Amidst a crowded course, lithographs capture a thrilling moment during the race for glory in the "America" Cup. The ball-runner lithograph takes us back to 1510-19, where challenges were overcome with determination and skill. Yet not all stories are filled with triumph. In London during World War II, amidst devastating blitz attacks, brave souls search through debris for casualties - their efforts hampered by destruction but fueled by an unwavering spirit. Artokoloro brings forth another tale - "The Robbery of Europe. " Jacob de Gheyn (II) paints a vivid picture from c. 1592 depicting obstacles faced as nations clashed and power shifted hands. Jan Luyken and Willem Goeree take us even further back in time with their depiction of the Tower of Babel in 1690. As humanity attempted to reach new heights, communication was hampered by language barriers - a reminder that progress can be hindered when understanding falters. Returning once more to London's Blitz era, we witness relentless searches through rubble for casualties - a testament to humanity's indomitable spirit despite being hampered by war's devastation. Even amid conflict like Crimea War Supplies or while building Tower of Babel itself – endeavors fraught with difficulties – mankind persists against adversity. Through these glimpses into history’s tapestry, we see how progress is often impeded but never halted entirely. Whether it be technological advancements or overcoming war-torn landscapes, our shared journey is one marked by perseverance against all odds.