Reversing Collection

LCC-LFB Shand Mason motor steam fire engine
The motor steam fire engine with independent pumping and propelling engines was developed later than the Merryweather Fire King self-propelled steam engine

Mahogany Staircase, House in Berkshire
An architectural illustration which shows an interior of a house in Berkshire, focusing on a fine reversing staircase of dull mahogany, inlaid with ebony and boxwood. Date: circa 1903

Giabaree Reverse, reversing station, Darjeeling Railway, India
c.1900 vintage photograph: Giabaree Reverse, reversing station, trains on the track, Darjeeling Railway, Thomas Paar photograph

India - reversing station on the Darjeeling railway
Vintage 19th century photograph, India - reversing station on the Darjeeling railway, below Teendaria

Fitz-Ooftish and his Patent Motor Gun, an Invention that failed (litho)
1039465 Fitz-Ooftish and his Patent Motor Gun, an Invention that failed (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fitz-Ooftish and his Patent Motor Gun)

The New Electric Boat "Electricity, "recently successfully tested upon the Thames (engraving)
1061163 The New Electric Boat " Electricity, " recently successfully tested upon the Thames (engraving) by English School

Ball-Room Differences (engraving)
1046522 Ball-Room Differences (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ball-Room Differences)

Train at Giabaree railway reversing station, near Darjeeling, India, circa 1890s. Date: circa 1890s

Cartoon, Ordinance, WW1
Cartoon, Ordinance. A soldier doing a stack of washing up says his wife is working in a munitions factory making shells. Their roles appear to have reversed! Date: 1915

Reversing station, Darjeeling Railway, India
Reversing station on the Darjeeling Railway, India. Date: circa 1890s

Railway reversing station, India. Date: circa 1890s

The New Electric Tramcar at Kew Bridge, London, Uk, 1883: 1
THE NEW ELECTRIC TRAMCAR AT KEW BRIDGE, LONDON, UK, 1883: 1. The Car. 2. The Interior of the Car, With One of the Cushions Removed to Show the Accumulators. 3. The Starting and Reversing Handles

Shand Mason Bristol motor steam fire engine
This Shand Mason motor steam fire engine with independent pumping and propelling engines was developed later than Merryweathers Fire King self-propelled steam engine

Locomotive fitted with John Grays reversing gear
Locomotive fitted with John Grays expansive reversing gear, longitudinal section Date: 1841

Fast reversing / W H Robinson
For reversing quickly, a car with two fronts and a steering wheel at both ends. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Rapid Reversing / W H Robinson
For rapid reversing, backward streamline. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

The reversing station on the Bhore Ghaut incline. At the time of its construction, the Bhore Ghaut incline was the highest and longest railway incline in the world, rising 1832 feet over 16 miles

Reversing into a By-Road
Reversing into a by-road : drive past the by-road a few yards and, after making sure that it is safe to do so, reverse into it. Then drive out

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"Reversing through Time: From Steam Engines to Electric Boats and Women Police Officers" Step back in time with the LCC-LFB Shand Mason motor steam fire engine, a magnificent piece of machinery that once roared through the streets, reversing the effects of devastating fires. Its mahogany staircase added an air of elegance to its powerful presence, as it stood proudly outside a house in Berkshire. But reversing is not limited to land vehicles alone. Discover the Giabaree Reverse, a remarkable reversing station on the Darjeeling Railway in India. This engineering marvel allowed trains to change direction effortlessly, ensuring smooth journeys along treacherous mountain tracks. Witness the train at Giabaree railway reversing station circa 1890s, capturing this ingenious mechanism in action. Not all inventions succeed though; Fitz-Ooftish and his Patent Motor Gun failed despite its promise. Litho prints depict this intriguing contraption that aimed to reverse warfare tactics during World War I but fell short of expectations. On a more positive note, experience progress with "Electricity, " the new electric boat successfully tested upon London's Thames River. This groundbreaking vessel reversed traditional notions of propulsion and paved the way for cleaner transportation options. Intriguingly enough, even ballroom etiquette had its own version of reversal. Delve into "Ball-Room Differences, " an engraving showcasing how dance partners skillfully navigate intricate steps by seamlessly switching roles - truly a captivating display of coordination and synchronization. Fast forward to modern times where women police officers undergo driving training as they break barriers and reverse gender stereotypes within law enforcement agencies worldwide. Witness their determination as they master vehicle control skills while rewriting history one gear shift at a time. From steam engines to electric boats and beyond, these diverse glimpses into reversals throughout history remind us that innovation knows no bounds. Whether it be on railways or battlefields or even societal norms – embracing change can lead us to remarkable transformations.