Oceanographic Collection

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. This whole Earth map is centred on the Greenwich meridian, at zero degrees latitude

Australia, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas. Southeast Asia (top left), New Zealand (lower right) and Antarctica (bottom right)

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. This map is centred on the Pacific Ocean, at longitude 140 degrees west. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas

Union Workhouse, Hambledon, Surrey
The Hambledon Union workhouse, a building originally erected in 1786 for the united parishes of Bramley, Chiddingfold, Dunfold and Hambledon

Africa, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas. Southern Europe and the Middle East are also seen at top and upper right respectively

Monaco Oceanographic Museum and Montecarlo, View from Helicopter, Cote d Azur, Monaco

HMS Enterprise
Royal Navy Hydrographic Vessel HMS Enterprise in the Red Sea in 2011. HMS Enterprise was launched at Appledore in Devon in 2002 and is designed to carry out a wide range of survey work

HMS Echo
Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Echo. Echo was launched at Appledore in Devon in 2002, and was designed to carry out a wide range of survey work

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Monaco Oceanography Museum and Monaco, View from Helicopter, Cote d'Azur, Monaco. Date: 10/03/2005

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Monaco Oceanography Museum, View from Helicopter, Cote d'Azur, Monaco. Date: 10/03/2005

Hambledon workhouse
The Hambledon Union workhouse, originally erected in 1786. The site later became Hambledon Hospital and then Hambledon Homes

Douglas DC-6A N6540C (msn 45368, line number 932), of the United States Department of Commerce, attached to the Environmental Science Services Administration (ESSA), Research Flight Facility (RFF)

North America, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are also shown, as ridges and flat areas. South America (bottom right) and the Arctic (top) are also seen

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensias with the Hemisferic

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensiasn with the Hemisferic and Palau de les Arts

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensias with the Agora plus suspension bridge and Museo de las Ciensias

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensias with the Agora plus suspension bridge and Hemisferic

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensias with the Agora plus suspension bridge and Museo de las Ciensias

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The Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciensias with the Palau de les Arts

Australian Orion MPA Flying Over HMS Echo During Search for Malaysian Airliner MH370
An Australian AP3C Orion Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) flys over the Royal Navy survey vessel HMS Echo during the search for the Malaysian airliner Flight MH370 in the Indian Ocean

South America, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are also shown, as ridges and flat areas. North America and the Caribbean (top left) and Antarctica (bottom right)

Eurasia, topographic map. This map is centred on Russia, with Europe at centre left and East Asia at right. The North Pole (upper left), with Greenland shown in white

Monaco Oceanography Museum and Monaco, View from Helicopter, Cote d Azur, Monaco

Monaco Oceanography Museum, View from Helicopter, Cote d Azur, Monaco

Matthew Fontaine Maury (1806-1873), American naval officer and hydrographer and oceanographer. Founder of the US Naval Oceanographic Office. Engraving. 1896

East Pacific Rise, topographic map
East Pacific Rise. Topographic map of the seabed of the Pacific Ocean around part of the East Pacific Rise (red), a mid-ocean ridge that runs northwards from near Antarctica to the Gulf of

Basin of the North Atlantic Ocean, 1854 C016 / 8983
Basin of the North Atlantic Ocean. 1854 edition of the first printed bathymetric map, showing seabed depths in the North Atlantic. The original data was gathered in the 1830s

Sea surface temperature, 2010 global map C016 / 3800
Sea surface temperature, 2010 global map. The worlds oceans are heated by sunlight, with variations in the surface temperature caused by varying latitude, the Earths rotation, and axial tilt

Sea surface salinity, 2012 global map C016 / 3796
Sea surface salinity, 20 January 2012 global map. The salinity (salt content) of the sea surface, used in climate models, depends on sea surface temperature and evaporation, winds

Monaco. The Oceanographic Museum, on the Sea coast. A museum of marine sciences. Opened in 1901

Topex-Poseidon satellite, artwork

Jason-2 satellite, artwork

Jason-1 satellite, artwork

Oceanography satellites, artwork
Oceanography satellites orbiting the Earth, artwork. They are Topex-Poseidon (left) and Jason-1 (right). Topex-Poseidon, launched in 1992

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. Computer generated image showing the varying heights and depths of the Worlds landmasses, oceans and seas

Mir-1 submersible at Lake Baikal
The Mir-1 submersible before a dive to the bottom of the worlds deepest lake

Sea surface density, global map. The density of the surface water of the worlds oceans is calculated from measurements of temperature and salinity

Antarctic ocean current, computer model
Antarctic ocean current. Computer model of the Antarctic circumpolar current in the Southern Ocean on the 12th May 2006. Ocean current data from satellites

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"Exploring the Depths: Unveiling Earth's Oceanographic Wonders" Embarking on a journey through the vast expanse of our planet, we delve into the captivating realm of oceanography. With its intricate connection to Earth's topographic and bathymetric maps, this scientific discipline unravels the mysteries hidden beneath the waves. From Australia's mesmerizing topographic map to Africa's awe-inspiring landscapes, we witness how these terrestrial features shape and influence our oceans' dynamics. As we navigate through Earth's diverse regions, both above and below sea level, a profound understanding of our planet emerges. Amidst this exploration lies an intriguing link between Union Workhouse in Hambledon, Surrey and oceanography. Perhaps it is here that early pioneers laid the foundation for studying marine environments or sought inspiration from their surroundings. Venturing further into technological advancements, Lockheed RP-3D Orion 158227 Paisano Tres (Project Magnet) and Lockheed RP-3A Orion 149667 El Coyote (Project Seascan) take center stage. These remarkable aircrafts have played pivotal roles in gathering crucial data about our oceans' depths – unveiling secrets once confined to imagination. As we soar above Monaco Oceanographic Museum and Montecarlo on a helicopter ride along Cote d Azur, a breathtaking panorama unfolds before us. The juxtaposition of land meeting sea showcases nature's harmonious dance – reminding us of humanity's responsibility towards preserving these delicate ecosystems. Intriguingly intertwined with history are DDE-90032918 and DDE-90032914; they serve as reminders that oceanography transcends mere scientific study but also holds cultural significance worth exploring further. Ultimately, whether tracing back to Hambledon workhouse or marveling at cutting-edge technology like Project Magnet or Project Seascan, oceanography beckons us to unravel its enigmatic allure.