Concorde Collection (#14)

Fete De LA Concorde
Garlanded girls carry banners at the Fete de la Concorde : all is sweetness and light - but the revolution is only weeks away

General Blumenthal in the Place de la Concorde; Franco-Pruss
Illustration showing the parade of Prussian troops, led by General Blumenthal, Chief of Staff to the Prussian Crown Prince, through the Place de la Concorde, Paris, 1871

Massive Barricade
The massive barricade constructed at the junction of the rue de Rivoli with the place de la Concorde

Massive Barricade 2
The massive barricade constructed at the junction of the rue de Rivoli with the place de la Concorde

Massive Barricade 3
The massive barricade constructed at the junction of the rue de Rivoli with the place de la Concorde

Place De LA Concorde
Damaged fountain in the place de la Concorde

Republic Anniversary
Parisians celebrate the first anniversary of the Second Republic in the place de la Concorde

Napoleon Reviews Troops
Napoleon Bonaparte, freshly elected president, reviews his troops in the place de la Concorde, Paris

Obelisk at Luxor
The remaining in situ obelisk before the main front entrance to the Temple at Luxor. The sister obelisk was moved to the Place de la Concorde in Paris

Luxor Temple (Detail)
The front Pylon at Luxor showing the massive seated statues of Rameses II and the empty base of the obelisk now standing in the Place de la Concorde, Paris

French Welcome War
The prospect of war makes (almost) everyone happy : Frenchmen in the place de la Concorde, Paris, welcome Napoleons intervention in Italy. Women are less sure

Place de la Concorde at dusk, Paris, France, Europe

Place de la Concorde fountains at night, Paris, France, Europe

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"Concorde: A Marvel of Aviation Engineering and Timeless Elegance" Step into the world of supersonic travel with this captivating BAe Concorde Cutaway Poster. From its sleek design to its groundbreaking technology, Concorde remains an icon in aviation history. Imagine the awe-inspiring sight G-BOa gracefully soaring through the skies alongside a Boeing 747 and a VC10, showcasing its superiority in speed and style. The British Airways colors adorning this magnificent aircraft only enhance its allure as it takes off, leaving onlookers mesmerized by its sheer power. Transport yourself back to 1976 when Concorde first took flight, capturing hearts worldwide with its unparalleled performance. Through a Schlieren photograph taken in a wind tunnel, we get a glimpse into the meticulous engineering that made supersonic travel possible. Witness the grandeur production at Filton's main assembly hall, where skilled craftsmen meticulously crafted each component to perfection. This dedication is evident as we witness Concorde 206 G-BOa effortlessly gliding through the sky, embodying both grace and innovation. Delve deeper into history with Concorde 002 - the second prototype that paved the way for commercial success. Its legacy extends beyond aviation; even an Aston Martin Lagonda from 1985 proudly displays symbols representing this extraordinary aircraft. In London's Heathrow Airport during the vibrant era of the 1970s, British Airways proudly showcased their fleet adorned in iconic livery – including none other than our beloved Concorde. It stood as a symbol of national pride and technological prowess amidst bustling air traffic. The Boeing 377 SGT Super Guppy F-BTGV Airbus Finningley serves as a reminder of how collaboration between nations pushed boundaries further. As these colossal planes stand side by side, they remind us that progress knows no limits when minds unite towards achieving the extraordinary.