by Andrew Gill | Aug 4, 2021 | Gallery, I didn’t expect that!, Places, Transport
HMS Foudroyant, a British Royal Navy ship was, at one time, Admiral Nelson’s flagship. She was launched in 1798 and retired from front line duties in 1812. Fifty years later, in 1862, she was converted into a Navy Training ship and was eventually sold into... 
by Andrew Gill | Aug 1, 2021 | Gallery, I didn’t expect that!, Places, The Man on the Clapham Omnibus
British seaside piers were originally built to enable steamers to call at resorts regardless of the tide and depth of water. However, they immediately became attractions themselves, be it for a stroll ‘on’ the sea or for the various pleasures they offered.... 
by Andrew Gill | Jul 28, 2021 | Celebrities, Gallery, Transport
This is Henri Farman, a French aviator, in Blackpool, in 1909. Aeroplanes were still experimental and their very brave (or, perhaps, foolishly reckless) pilots were constantly pushing the boundaries to see what could be achieved. On this flight, Henri set a new record... 