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"Capturing the Essence of Speed: From Field Guns to Waterfalls" The British 25-pounder field gun by G. H

Background imageRapid Collection: Gap Of Dunloe, River Loe, County Kerry, Ireland; Flowing River

Gap Of Dunloe, River Loe, County Kerry, Ireland; Flowing River

Background imageRapid Collection: Moss-Covered Rocks In Creek With Small Waterfall, Olympic National Park, Washington, Usa

Moss-Covered Rocks In Creek With Small Waterfall, Olympic National Park, Washington, Usa

Background imageRapid Collection: Thousand Drips Waterfall, Roaring Fork Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, Usa

Thousand Drips Waterfall, Roaring Fork Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, Usa

Background imageRapid Collection: Scenic Creek, Tennessee, Usa

Scenic Creek, Tennessee, Usa

Background imageRapid Collection: Train

Train

Background imageRapid Collection: Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, Usa; Kite Skiing On Mountain

Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, Usa; Kite Skiing On Mountain

Background imageRapid Collection: Balu Pass, British Columbia, Canada; Downhill Skiing In Snowstorm

Balu Pass, British Columbia, Canada; Downhill Skiing In Snowstorm

Background imageRapid Collection: Wallawa Mountains, Oregon, Usa; Downhill Skier

Wallawa Mountains, Oregon, Usa; Downhill Skier

Background imageRapid Collection: Boy Kayaking

Boy Kayaking

Background imageRapid Collection: Stunt Cyclists, Alberta, Canada

Stunt Cyclists, Alberta, Canada

Background imageRapid Collection: Pacific Ocean, Mexico, Ensenada, Pacific White-Sided Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus Obliquidens)

Pacific Ocean, Mexico, Ensenada, Pacific White-Sided Dolphin (Lagenorhynchus Obliquidens) Breaking Ocean Surface, Blurred Action Shot

Background imageRapid Collection: A Dog In The Wind

A Dog In The Wind

Background imageRapid Collection: Dog With Ears In The Wind

Dog With Ears In The Wind

Background imageRapid Collection: Children bathing in river

Children bathing in river
Johanes Januar

Background imageRapid Collection: Dental Products, Claudius Ash, Sons & Co Ltd

Dental Products, Claudius Ash, Sons & Co Ltd - CAS Alloy, rapid setting, and Ashs Imperial Amalgam. 1921

Background imageRapid Collection: Illustration of Nile river from Lake Victoria to Nile Delta

Illustration of Nile river from Lake Victoria to Nile Delta

Background imageRapid Collection: River Flow

River Flow
The river at Bells Rapids was in full flow after some unseasonal rains in the Perth hills

Background imageRapid Collection: Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare

Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister Sir Samuel Hoare
The Lady Maud Hoare, wife of the Air Minister, Sir Samuel Hoare, christening one of five Handley Page airliners, built to cope with the rapid growth of traffic on Imperial Airways

Background imageRapid Collection: Old London Bridge, 1745

Old London Bridge, 1745
Old London Bridge. Artwork dated to 1745 of rowing and sailing boats in rough water next to Old London Bridge, across the Thames, in London, England

Background imageRapid Collection: Metropolitan Police Helicopters

Metropolitan Police Helicopters
A pair of Metropolitan Police Helicopters. In the foreground is one of the first three Metropolitan Police Bell 222 air support helicopters (G-METC)

Background imageRapid Collection: Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Arklet Falls

Scotland, Stirling, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Arklet Falls and Sniad Burn near Inversnaid during Autumn

Background imageRapid Collection: Gatling rapid fire gun (1861-62): Camel-mounted model. From The Science Record New York, 1862

Gatling rapid fire gun (1861-62): Camel-mounted model. From The Science Record New York, 1862. Engraving

Background imageRapid Collection: ITALY, Veneto, Verona, Ponte Pietra across Adige river

ITALY, Veneto, Verona, Ponte Pietra across Adige river

Background imageRapid Collection: The dramatic Awash Falls are situated in the Awash National Park

The dramatic Awash Falls are situated in the Awash National Park. The huge volume of water from one of Ethiopias largest rivers drops over a series of falls as it enters a large gorge

Background imageRapid Collection: Rushing Rapids below the Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge

Rushing Rapids below the Niagara Falls Suspension Bridge Date: circa 1890

Background imageRapid Collection: Pierce Egans Anecdotes: stunt riding astride 2 horses

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: stunt riding astride 2 horses
Colour plate: The unparalleled feat of Monsieur Ducrow in the character of the Wild Indian Hunter on two rapid coursers in the circle at the Royal Amphitheatre from Pierce Egans anecdotes of

Background imageRapid Collection: Rapids on the R. Erne at Ballyshannon

Rapids on the R. Erne at Ballyshannon - a view of rapid water past the falls. (Location: Republic of Ireland: County Donegal: Ballyshannon). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageRapid Collection: Elevated rail road, Houghton st, New York

Elevated rail road, Houghton st, New York
The New York elevated rail road company was founded in 1872, building a standard gauge rail road under the control of Jay Gould

Background imageRapid Collection: Canadian Voyageurs

Canadian Voyageurs
Two French-Canadian voyageurs negotiate a rapid on the Saguenay river : settlers adopt the native boats as the most suitable for local conditions. Date: 18/19th century

Background imageRapid Collection: Australians Make Planes

Australians Make Planes
Australian Air Force fitters overhauling planes. In every state of Australia rapid provision was made to train RaF recruits at technical and engineering colleges. Date: 1940s

Background imageRapid Collection: Ox-drawn cart and driver, Kentucky, USA

Ox-drawn cart and driver, Kentucky, USA, described ironically as Rapid Transit. Date: circa 1908

Background imageRapid Collection: London Fire Brigade - 19th Century - Horse-drawn steam pump

London Fire Brigade - 19th Century - Horse-drawn steam pump
Off to the Fire London Fire Brigade - 19th Century - Horse-drawn steam pump Date: 19th century

Background imageRapid Collection: RFA men with parachute equipment, France, WW1

RFA men with parachute equipment, France, WW1
Men of the RFA (Royal Field Artillery) with parachute equipment on the Western Front in France during World War One. They are responsible for air observation using kite balloons

Background imageRapid Collection: Growth of the US Navy by G. H. Davis

Growth of the US Navy by G. H. Davis
The rapid growth of the US Navy during the Second World War: the vast array of warships built since the beginning of 1940. Showing US warships, from submarines to battleships. Date: 1945

Background imageRapid Collection: Building merchant ships by G. H. Davis

Building merchant ships by G. H. Davis
How pre-fabricated sections are used in the building of merchant ships in British shipyards during the Second World War. Rapid construction of cargo vessels to make good the losses sustained by



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"Capturing the Essence of Speed: From Field Guns to Waterfalls" The British 25-pounder field gun by G. H. Davis showcases the rapid firepower that defined military advancements. Dunns River Falls in all its majestic glory, cascading down with a rapid force that leaves visitors awe-inspired. Colorado's Green River boasts Triplet Falls, where water rushes through the Canyon of Lodore at an astonishing speed. In the 19th century, London Fire Brigade utilized horse-drawn steam pumps to combat fires swiftly and efficiently. An Air Union poster captures the essence travel as it promotes high-speed air journeys across Europe. Witnessing a Namaqua chameleon catching prey is like observing nature's own rapid hunter in action. A fire-fighting motorcycle zooms through traffic, ensuring quick response times during emergencies. Tiddy-Doll Great French-Gingerbread-Baker Drawing Out - a mouthful name for a speedy confectionery process. Le Petit Journal illustrates a daring man crossing Niagara Falls in a barrel, defying gravity with incredible swiftness. Akbar at Surat 1572 portrays Emperor Akbar's swift arrival at this historic Indian city during his reign. Waterfall in Upper Michigan captivates with its fast-flowing waters creating an exhilarating sight for onlookers Rainbow and Voringsfossen waterfall combine forces to create an enchanting display of colors and rushing waters. In various forms - be it artillery or natural wonders - "rapid" encapsulates both human achievements and Mother Nature's breathtaking displays of speed and power throughout history.