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166 Views Ever Given is a Golden-class container ship, one of the largest container ships in the world. The ship is owned by Shoei Kisen Kaisha, and time chartered and operated by container transportation and shipping company Evergreen Marine. Wikipedia Construction started: December 25, 2015 Launched: May 9, 2018 Draft: 48′ Builder: Imabari Shipbuilding
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238 ViewsThe Boeing CH–47D Chinook “My Old Lady“ is a twin–rotor heavy–lift helicopter. It is a militarized version of the Boeing Vertol Model 107M civil helicopter. The Chinook was designed and first flown in 1962. It has a wide body and a large cargo hold and is capable of carrying up to 55 troops or …
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199 ViewsBicycle Museum of America: Where Wheels Tell Stories Embark on a fascinating journey through the history of cycling at the Bicycle Museum of America, an enthralling destination located in New Bremen, Ohio. Situated at 7 W Monroe St, New Bremen, OH 45869, this unique museum celebrates the evolution of bicycles and their profound impact …
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207 ViewsCaptured by: be-there.eu The museum of aviation is located at the entrance to Burgas Airport. The museum was opened in 2017 and it is a great place for spending leisure time. The exposition includes civil and military aircrafts that were part of the Bulgarian Aviation in the period 1960 – 1996. In the Museum …
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242 ViewsCaptured by: Legend states that Manini-holo, chief fisherman of the mythical Menehune people, dug this cave to find evil spirits who stole fish.
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522 ViewsCaptured by: SiteView USS Croaker SS-246 is on the National Register of Historic Places and represents the Navy’s “silent service”. One of 77 Gato class submarines constructed, she was part of the most lethal submarine class of WWII. Commissioned in 1944, she celebrated her 75th birthday in 2019. Conducting six war patrols in the pacific …
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317 ViewsCaptured by: c3sixtyuk National Museum of the Royal Navy: HMS Trincomalee – A Voyage into Maritime History Situated in Hartlepool, England, the National Museum of the Royal Navy proudly presents HMS Trincomalee, an exquisite embodiment of maritime heritage. This living artifact, located at [insert location], is a testament to the glory of Britain’s naval …
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430 Views Captured by: Insight Simulation Ian Gordon Murray CBE, is a South African-born British designer of Formula One racing cars and the McLaren F1 road car. Wikipedia Born: June 18, 1946 (age 73 years), Durban, South Africa Spouse: Stella Gane Books: Driving Ambition: The Official Inside Story of the McLaren F-1 Known for: McLaren, McLaren F1 Education: Durban University of Technology, Miami Carol City …
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230 ViewsNewark Air Museum is an air museum located on a former Royal Air Force station at Winthorpe, near Newark-on-Trent in Nottinghamshire, England. The museum contains a variety of aircraft. Its address is 45 Lincoln Road. (Wikipedia)
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689 ViewsThe Boeing 737-700(BBJ) with the registration number PH-GOV is owned and operated by the Government of the Netherlands. The BBJ (Boeing Business Jet) version of the 737-700 is a luxurious, long-range executive jet capable of carrying up to 19 passengers. The PH-GOV is used primarily for official government travel, and has been in service …
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315 ViewsStep inside a U.S. Navy P-3C at the Hickory Aviation Museum. Only a handful of P-3 aircraft are on display and North Carolina is lucky to have one. Created by: channelwalkmedia.com
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261 ViewsSet Sail on an Unforgettable Journey Aboard an MSC Cruise Ship Prepare for an extraordinary voyage on an MSC cruise ship, where adventure, luxury, and relaxation come together to create unforgettable memories. MSC Cruises, known for its world-class fleet, offers a wide array of cruise itineraries that take you to some of the most …
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384 Views Symphony of the Seas® is an Oasis-class cruise ship owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International. As of 2019 she is the largest passenger ship in the world by gross tonnage, at 228,021 GT, surpassing her sister Harmony of the Seas. (Wikipedia) Cost: US$1.35 billion (2016) Capacity: : 5,518 passengers at double occupancy; 6,680 passengers …
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179 Views Brady, Gronk open season with 27-20 win over Texans Tom Brady threw for 277 yards and three touchdowns, hitting Rob Gronkowski for 123 yards and a score Sunday to lead the defending AFC champion New England Patriots to a 27-20 victory over the Houston Texans. Scoring Summary FIRST QUARTER HOU NE TD 11:50 …
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149 ViewsWe have been invited back for the 8th annual Macmillan Cancer Support Classic Motor Show Surrey. This is a show for everyday classic cars. Come and meet other Figaro owners in our own enclosure, on a social level, Bring a chair and picnic, Children and Dogs welcome This is free to attend for our …
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220 Views The Gulfstream G550 is a business jet aircraft produced by General Dynamics’ Gulfstream Aerospace unit in Savannah, Georgia, US. The certification designation is GV-SP. There were 450 Gulfstream G550s in active service as of January 2016. A version with reduced fuel capacity was marketed as the G500. Wikipedia SN: 5045 Range: 7,767.8 mi Top speed: 585 mph Wingspan: 94′ …
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118 ViewsThe Lamborghini Aventador (Spanish pronunciation: [aβentaˈðoɾ]) is a mid-engine sports car produced by the Italian automotive manufacturer Lamborghini. In keeping with Lamborghini tradition, the Aventador is named after a fighting bull.[6][7][8] Launched on 28 February 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show, five months after its initial unveiling in Sant’Agata Bolognese, the vehicle, internally codenamed LB834, was designed to replace the then-decade-old Murciélago as the new flagship …
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110 ViewsThe Lamborghini Gallardo (/ɡaɪˈjɑːrdoʊ/; Spanish: [ɡaˈʎaɾðo]) is a sports car built by the Italian automotive manufacturer Lamborghini from 2003 to 2013. It is Lamborghini’s first best-selling model with 14,022 built throughout its production run.[7] Named after a famous breed of fighting bull,[8] the V10 powered Gallardo has been Lamborghini’s sales leader and stable-mate to a succession of V12 flagship models—first to the Murciélago (4,099 built between 2001 and 2011), then to the current …
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157 ViewsThe Aero Spacelines Super Guppy is a large, wide-bodied cargo aircraft that was used for hauling outsize cargo components in 1962. It was the successor to the Pregnant Guppy, the first of the Guppy aircraft produced by Aero Spacelines. Five were built in two variants, both of which were colloquially referred to as the …
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398 ViewsThe capture was done during a temporal expo by Air Museum of Madrid in the city of Gijon. The Northrop F-5A and F-5B Freedom Fighter and the F-5E and F-5F Tiger II are part of a supersonic light fighter family, initially designed in the late 1950s by Northrop Corporation. Being smaller and simpler than …
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6,788 ViewsTitanic: Voyage of Dreams and Tragedy Remembered Explore the captivating tale of the Titanic, the legendary ship that captured the world’s imagination, at Titanic museums worldwide. One such museum is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This museum stands as a poignant tribute to the ill-fated voyage, inviting visitors to step back in time and …
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332 ViewsThe Logan County Transportation Museum addition opened in April 2014. The building was designed by architect Karen Beasley of Beasley Architecture and Design in Bellefontaine. It was designed in the spirit of the Big Four/New York Central Roundhouse railroad that stood in Bellefontaine from the late 1890s to the 1960s. The building was made …
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200 ViewsCaptured by: Harlan Hambright St. Simons Lighthouse Museum: Guiding You Through Coastal History Experience the rich maritime heritage of Georgia’s coast at the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum: https://www.coastalgeorgiahistory.org/visit/st-simons-lighthouse/, a captivating destination that combines history, architecture, and breathtaking views. Perched on St. Simons Island, Georgia, this iconic lighthouse and its accompanying museum invite you to …
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321 ViewsCaptured by: WalkThroughOnline.co.uk If you are looking for a great family day out, why not visit the Diving Museum? We have a fascinating selection of exhibits that will entertain, inform and educate the whole family. We were voted one of the top six family-friendly museums in the UK in 2015! The museum was established …
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441 ViewsThe World War II Glider and Military Museum opened in July 2011, features one of only seven fully-restored CG-4A gliders in the world, as well as extensive military displays. During World War II, the Ford Motor Company’s plant in Kingsford built more Model CG-4A gliders for the United States Army than any other company …
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367 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions The Prototype “Baby Boeing” The 737 is the smallest and most popular jetliner in the Boeing airline family. Since 1967, over 8,000 “Baby Boeings” have been built or ordered. The short-haul 737 is dependable, economical and can operate from unprepared grass and gravel runways — making it a popular choice …
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397 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions One of the world’s classic airliners, the Boeing 727 was developed to provide economic low-altitude, high-speed cruising capability. From the time it was first flown, in February of 1963, until production ended in 1984, a total of 1,832 had rolled off factory lines and had seen service with more than …
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227 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions The first modern airliner, the Boeing 247 marked the beginning of a new era. Versatile, easy to maneuver, and economical to operate, the 247 quickly outperformed other transports of the period. United Air Lines, which had a monopoly on the production of 247s, was soon outdistancing its competition. This forced …
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838 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions Discover the marvel of the Antonov An-2 Colt, a record-breaking aircraft with a 45-year production run, as recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. This versatile plane has become a vital resource for developing nations, thanks to its multifunctional design, incredible slow-flight and short takeoff and landing abilities, and …
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608 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions This particular 787, ZA003, was the third Dreamliner built. It first flew on March 14, 2010. In addition to its role in the flight test and certification program, Boeing flew Number 3 to 23 countries during a global showcase of the 787 called the Dream Tour. While on exhibit at …
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317 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions The growing worldwide demand for air travel during the 1960s led to the development of the 747, the first “Jumbo Jet.” Merely recalling the early days of the 747 program “brings sweat to the palms of my hands,” Boeing’s then-president, William Allen, said years after the giant aircraft had been …
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394 ViewsCaptured by: Collings Foundation This plane is the world’s only fully restored and flying Consolidated B-24J Liberator. The restoration took over five years and 97,000+ hours and involved original crew members and builders. Today, she is painted as “Witchcraft” in honor of the veterans of the 8th Air Force, who flew in the European Theater …
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198 ViewsCaptured by: C3sixty Darlington Railway Works was established in 1863 by the Stockton and Darlington Railway in the town of Darlington in the north east of England. The main part of the works, the North Road Shops was located on the northeast side of the Stockton and Darlington Railway – now part of the …
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281 ViewsCaptured by: VisualImmersion.co.uk The de Havilland Aircraft Museum, formerly the de Havilland Aircraft Heritage Centre, is a volunteer-run aviation museum in London Colney, Hertfordshire, England. (Wikipedia) De Havilland Vampire by Andreas Fjell on Sketchfab Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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129 ViewsThe Seal Cove Auto Museum fosters joyful experiences for people of all ages and interests. Our collection features some of the earliest automobiles and motorcycles, as well as clothing and accessories, from 1895 through the early 1920s. Antique auto enthusiasts, history buffs, as well as anyone who simply loves stories or wants to experience something …
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152 ViewsThe Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is located in Jupiter, Florida, on the north side of the Jupiter Inlet. The site for the lighthouse was chosen in 1853. It is located between Cape Canaveral Light and Hillsboro Inlet Light. Wikipedia
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177 ViewsAn electric locomotive is a locomotive powered by electricity from overhead lines, a third rail or onboard energy storage such as a battery or a supercapacitor. (Wikipedia) Train World is a railway museum in Belgium and the official museum of the National Railway Company of Belgium. It is situated in the preserved buildings of …
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227 ViewsCaptured by: propertyvideos The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is located in a harbourside building at Falmouth in Cornwall, England. The building was designed by architect M. J. Long., following an architectural design competition managed by RIBA Competitions. (Wikipedia) Irene – Fal River oyster boat (point cloud) by Tom Goskar on Sketchfab Library Learn More About …
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319 ViewsThe steamboat Ticonderoga is one of two remaining side-paddle-wheel passenger steamers with a vertical beam engine of the type that provided freight and passenger service on America’s bays, lakes and rivers from the early 19th to the mid-20th centuries. Commissioned by the Champlain Transportation Company, Ticonderoga was built in 1906 at the Shelburne Shipyard in Shelburne, Vermont on Lake Champlain. (Wikipedia) Captured by: 3DVermont …
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329 Views Sizable aquarium with 30+ fresh- & saltwater exhibits, including a touch tank, theater & cafe. Captured by: 360 Properties Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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254 ViewsPolly Woodside is a Belfast-built, three-masted, iron-hulled barque, preserved in Melbourne, Victoria, and forming the central feature of the South Wharf precinct. (Wikipedia) Captured by: SCANN3D Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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168 ViewsThe Solway Aviation Museum is an independently run aircraft museum located at Carlisle Lake District Airport in Cumbria. (Wikipedia) Captured by: VRImpact Limited Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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162 ViewsBritish and French aerospace companies collaborated to design and build 20 Concorde aircraft between 1966 and 1979. Flying with Air France and British Airways, the supersonic jets offered a luxurious and speedy trip across the Atlantic for 27 years. Capable of speeds over two times the speed of sound and at altitudes up to …
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85 Views 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4 Class: Luxury vehicle Model: 2016 Porsche Cayman Horsepower: 385 hp Curb weight: 2,955 lbs Dimensions: 172-175″ L x 71-72″ W x 50-51″ H Wheel size: Front 20″ diameter, 8.5″ width; rear 20″ diameter, 11″ width Engine: 3.8 L 6-cylinder MPG: 18 city / 23 highway Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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98 ViewsWelcome to Sportwagen Teiber – your partner for high-quality cars, sports cars, and exotics. Since 1993 we share our own enthusiasm for special automobiles with our customers and partners. Over the years, we have developed into a specialist for unusual models, youth dreams, rarities and collectors’ vehicles of the highest quality. Library Learn More …
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194 ViewsStroll through Pendine – Historic Cars for Road & Track at historic Bicester Heritage, the UK’s only site dedicated to classic car, motorcycle, and aircraft specialists. Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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123 ViewsEmbark on a thrilling journey through the world of automobiles at the Art of the Automobile event, a proud participant of Artweek Massachusetts. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Boston, this one-of-a-kind educational motorsport extravaganza invites automobile collectors and enthusiasts of all stripes to come together and showcase their passion for the general public. …
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151 ViewsRensselaer Model Railroad Society is the only student-directed community outreach project at Rensselaer Union. The club constructions and operates an HO scale layout that recreates some 40 local scenes from Troy to the Canadian Border, all set in 1950. We meet on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Friday evenings, 7-9 pm, Saturday afternoons, 1-3 pm. Entrance is …
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125 ViewsFounded by David Burroughs, Roads & Rails Museum celebrates miniature railroads. The museum houses one of the largest miniature world model train displays in the country and is designed to be a fun display of three-dimensional art, combined with sound and movement. It is a miniature world complete with a zoo, circus, working volcano, walk-through …
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154 ViewsMystic Seaport or Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea in Mystic, Connecticut is the largest maritime museum in the United States. (Wikipedia) Captured by: 360 Properties Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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190 ViewsThis is a modern fire & rescue command unit in the UK. These vehicles are designed to be mobile command units where emergency personnel can rendezvous, coordinate, and command in the event of emergencies. (Matterport) Captured by: View It 360 Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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281 ViewsUSS Yorktown is one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers built during World War II for the United States Navy. She is named after the Battle of Yorktown of the American Revolutionary War and is the fourth U.S. Navy ship to bear the name. (Wikipedia) Captured by: South Carolina ETV Library Learn More About HistoryView …
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180 ViewsNestled in the magnificent San Bernardino National Forest, surrounded by pine, cedar, and dogwood, at an altitude of 5100′, an area described as the “Alps of Southern California”, and known as “the best kept secret on the West Coast, is a stunningly beautiful, cozy and quaint mountain resort paradise called Lake Arrowhead. Our community …
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134 ViewsThe last surviving Ellis Island ferry has been converted into an ecclectic home. Originally built in 1907, this massive boat was bought and re-designed by artists Victoria and Richard Mackenzie-Childs. The art and decor flooding the ship gives this nautical retreat an especially unique character. (Matterport) Captured by: FranklinRuttan.com & Frederik Schultz Batholin Library Learn More …
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233 ViewsThe Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is an aviation museum which displays a number of military and civilian aircraft and spacecraft, most notably, the Hughes H-4 Hercules Spruce Goose. (Wikipedia) Captured by: Visiting Media Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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827 ViewsOn Dec. 1, 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on this bus and was arrested for violating segregation law. Her arrest sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which lasted for 381 days until segregation on public buses was repealed. Parks’ stance and the boycott were important events that raised awareness for the …
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201 ViewsThe Boeing 777 is a family of long-range wide-body twin-engine jet airliners developed and manufactured by Boeing Commercial Airplanes. (Wikipedia) Captured by: Gander Labs and Brian Hawkins Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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185 ViewsRNLB ON-1265 Ivan Ellen – Severn Class The Severn has a sheerline that sweeps down for ease of survivor recovery. The Penlee Lifeboat is inherently self-righting and should it be knocked over in extreme weather, it will automatically right itself within a few seconds. Her propellers and rudders lie in partial tunnels set into the …
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145 ViewsThe New Brighton Area Historical Society (NBAHS); the Exchange Hotel in 1891, built to accommodate the cattlemen coming to the stockyards; the Bulwer Junction Depot, now the New Brighton History Center; the stockyards at the turn of the century; and the railroad, all of which helped put New Brighton on the map. Library Learn More …
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193 ViewsThe Rose Island Light, built in 1870, is on Rose Island in Narragansett Bay in Newport, Rhode Island in the United States. It is preserved, maintained and operated by The Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation. One of a group of New England lighthouses built to an award-winning design by Vermont architect Albert Dow,[3] Rose Island Light has sisters at Sabin Point, Pomham Rocks, and Colchester Reef. The lighthouse …
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193 ViewsDelta Flight Museum: DC-3 Ship 41 – Where Aviation History Takes Flight Step into the world of aviation history and explore the iconic DC-3 Ship 41 at the Delta Flight Museum, located at 1060 Delta Blvd, Building B, Hapeville, Georgia, 30354. This museum is a living tribute to the evolution of air travel, and …
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302 ViewsThe HMS Belfast was originally a light cruiser vessel built for the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy. Commissioned in 1939 shortly before World War II, the HMS Belfast was used in the Royal Navy’s war efforts including a naval blockade against Germany, escort missions for the Soviet Union, and the Battle of North Cape. During …
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433 Views“Flying Fortress” because of its many machine gun mounts. Only a few of these historic aircrafts survive today. In this model, you can explore the entire body of the plane, including the cockpit, bombardier’s seat, radio room, and the fuselage.This particular aircraft was restored to wartime configuration by The Collings Foundation. It is named …
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354 ViewsThe Boeing B-29 Superfortress is a heavy bomber used primarily by the United State in both World War II and the Korean War. This particular plane, known as T-Square 54, flew 37 bombing missions with the 87th Bomb Squadron, 498th Bomb Group in World War II and was converted to an aerial refueling tanker …
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479 ViewsIntroducing the Airbus Helicopters H135, formerly known as the Eurocopter EC135! This sleek, twin-engine civil light utility helicopter is a true game-changer in the world of aviation. Produced by the renowned Airbus Helicopters, it’s not only capable of flying under instrument flight rules (IFR) but also comes equipped with cutting-edge digital flight controls. Since …
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171 ViewsThe Valdez Railroad Tunnel was hand-cut starting in 1905. Nine companies were battling to take advantage of the short route from the coast to copper country. Progress on the tunnel was interrupted and after a gun battle, construction halted and the tunnel was never finished. You can read about the tunnel and these events in …
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598 ViewsThe Avro Vulcan (later Hawker Siddeley Vulcan from July 1963) is a jet-powered tailless delta wing high-altitude strategic bomber, which was operated by the Royal Air Force (RAF) from 1956 until 1984. Aircraft manufacturer A.V. Roe and Company (Avro) designed the Vulcan in response to Specification B.35/46. Of the three V bombers produced, the …
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827 ViewsCreated by: Tosolini Productions Embark on an exciting virtual journey through time and discover the fascinating history of SAM 970, the first-ever Presidential jet plane! Designed specifically for President Eisenhower in 1959, this iconic Boeing 707-120 revolutionized presidential travel and brought global diplomacy to new heights. Cruise through the skies as we explore the …
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229 ViewsLocated in the small town of Elbe in beautiful Washington State is a heritage railroad south of Mount Rainier National Park. Passengers enjoy steam train rides through the forest and across the glacial fed Upper Nisqually River to a museum located in Mineral, Washington. Museum exhibits offer a chance to explore a comprehensive collection …
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166 ViewsRetro Car Museum Captured by: vireal.lv Library Learn More About HistoryView VR
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334 ViewsThe steamboat Ticonderoga is one of two remaining side-paddle-wheel passenger steamers with a vertical beam engine of the type that provided freight and passenger service on America’s bays, lakes and rivers from the early 19th to the mid-20th centuries. Commissioned by the Champlain Transportation Company, Ticonderoga was built in 1906 at the Shelburne Shipyard in Shelburne, Vermont on Lake Champlain. (Wikipedia) Library Learn More …
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1,210 ViewsCaptured by: ExploraTerra CCGS Sir Humphrey Gilbert was a Canadian Coast Guard light icebreaker and now a privately owned Arctic icebreaker Polar Prince. The ship entered service with the Department of Transport Marine Service in 1959 and transferred to the newly created Canadian Coast Guard in 1962, active until 1986. The icebreaker was sold to …
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525 ViewsCaptured by: Tosolini Productions The FFT is a full-scale mockup of the space shuttle orbiter — without the wings. It was used as a testbed for upgrades to the shuttle fleet and for astronaut training such as extra-vehicular activity (EVA) and emergency egress. Built at Johnson Space Center in the 1970s, it was the …
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258 ViewsCaptured by: Invelop Moto Museum: A Journey Through Motorcycle History Embark on a thrilling ride through the evolution of motorcycle design and engineering at the Moto Museum, located in St. Louis, Missouri, at 3441 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63103. This museum is a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone with an …
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