Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Breathing Collection (#9)

"Breathe: A Journey Through Life's Vitality" In the midst of World War II, on the home front, a woman dons her gas mask

Background imageBreathing Collection: Diver underwater off the coast of Malta

Diver underwater off the coast of Malta
Diver swimming underwater as part of an inflatable house project. The house was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Background imageBreathing Collection: RSPCA tending a sick animal, Heathrow Airport, London

RSPCA tending a sick animal, Heathrow Airport, London
RSPCA staff tending a sick animal at the Animal Rescue Centre, Heathrow Airport, London. Date: 1965

Background imageBreathing Collection: Underwater theodolite off the coast of Malta

Underwater theodolite off the coast of Malta
Diver using a theodolite to survey the best location for an inflatable house which was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Background imageBreathing Collection: Divers underwater off the coast of Malta

Divers underwater off the coast of Malta
Divers swimming underwater with a box connected to their research with an inflatable house which was anchored to the seabed, some 50 feet deep, in Paradise Bay, off the coast of Malta

Background imageBreathing Collection: Fumigating a Room

Fumigating a Room
This young woman covers her mouth to protect herself from breathing in harmful bacteria as she seals a doorway and keyhole of a room in her house for fumigation from disease. Date: early 1930s

Background imageBreathing Collection: Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed, WW1

Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed, WW1
Cartoon, Ten centuries have passed. An allegorical female representing the medieval period holds the famous sword named Durandal (or Durendal), from the time of Charlemagne

Background imageBreathing Collection: Poster, summer holiday activities

Poster, summer holiday activities
Poster for young people. Vision -- if you have ideas about activities during the summer holiday please let someone know. Showing a couple doing some underwater swimming. Date: circa 1960s

Background imageBreathing Collection: Colliery Rescue Team

Colliery Rescue Team, England. Showing Proto Breathing Apparatus Date: 1920s

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin - swimming underwater - with water bubble

Bottlenose Dolphin - swimming underwater - with water bubble (Tursiops truncatus)

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin - two swimming underwater

Bottlenose Dolphin - two swimming underwater (Tursiops truncatus)

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin - blowing air rings underwater

Bottlenose Dolphin - blowing air rings underwater (Tursiops truncatus)

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin - Female (Mother) communicating

Bottlenose Dolphin - Female (Mother) communicating with Newborn Baby / Calf immediately after birth, keeping the baby under water to control its breathing (Tursiops truncatus)

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose Dolphin - Baby / Calf dolphin being

Bottlenose Dolphin - Baby / Calf dolphin being nudged to surface by mother. (Tursiops truncatus). Just after birth the mother will control the babys breath by pushing it under the water or

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose dolphins - dancing and blowing air underwater

Bottlenose dolphins - dancing and blowing air underwater (Tursiops truncatus). Complex play / creative behaviour: dolphins often play with the bubbles or rings of air they create

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose dolphins - group playing / dancing underwater

Bottlenose dolphins - group playing / dancing underwater (Tursiops truncatus). Distribution: Worldwide except polar regions

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose DOLPHIN - Mother and baby play with air bubble

Bottlenose DOLPHIN - Mother and baby play with air bubble (Tursiops truncatus). Complex play / creative behaviour: dolphins often play with the bubbles or rings of air they create

Background imageBreathing Collection: Bottlenose DOLPHIN - two facing camera

Bottlenose DOLPHIN - two facing camera (Tursiops truncatus )

Background imageBreathing Collection: Deep sea diver taking a break

Deep sea diver taking a break
A deep sea diver taking a rest break, his heavy helmet resting on his knee. Date: 1965

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters in breathing apparatus, Oxford Street, London

Firefighters in breathing apparatus, Oxford Street, London
LFB firefighters in breathing apparatus outside the main entrance to the Chinacraft store, 499 Oxford Street, London, on 28 July 1958. A fire had occurred in the basement area. Date: 1958

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters in action, Eagle Street, London WC1

Firefighters in action, Eagle Street, London WC1
Firefighters in action at a fire in Eagle Street, London WC1, 0738 hrs, 9 June 1955. In the initial stages an attempt was made to take a line of hose into the first floor via a loading bay door

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighter in new breathing apparatus helmet

Firefighter in new breathing apparatus helmet
LFB firefighter in a new breathing apparatus helmet (side view), 14 December 1956. The helmet is put on last and secured over the neck band and goggles

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters in breathing apparatus

Firefighters in breathing apparatus
LFB firefighters in breathing apparatus, taking salt tablets for rehydration after attending a fire. Date: circa 1950s

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters at Middlesex Street, Aldgate, E1

Firefighters at Middlesex Street, Aldgate, E1
Lambeth and Clerkenwell emergency tender crews in Middlesex Street, Aldgate, London E1, on 23 June 1958. They are equipped with breathing apparatus, awaiting orders to enter a burning building

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters taking a break, Victory Place, SE17

Firefighters taking a break, Victory Place, SE17
Firefighters taking a break during a fire at a warehouse in Victory Place, Southwark, SE17, on 27 April 1958. Date: 1958

Background imageBreathing Collection: B Division training exercise, London Docks

B Division training exercise, London Docks
B Division training exercise at London Docks, 6 February 1955. Date: 1955

Background imageBreathing Collection: LFB firefighters in enclosed pump vehicle

LFB firefighters in enclosed pump vehicle
LFB firefighters in an enclosed pump vehicle with a ladder on top. They are wearing traditional brass helmets and breathing equipment

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters in training with various equipment

Firefighters in training with various equipment in a drill yard

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighter with breathing apparatus

Firefighter with breathing apparatus
A firefighter with breathing apparatus, wheeling an oxygen cylinder on a trolley

Background imageBreathing Collection: Two firefighters at King George V Dock, East London

Two firefighters at King George V Dock, East London
Two firefighters in action at No.9 Shed, King George V Dock, Port of London Authority, East London (E16), on 29 December 1974 -- a 30-pump fire

Background imageBreathing Collection: Engraving of firefighter in protective clothing

Engraving of firefighter in protective clothing
Engraving of a firefighter in protective clothing, holding a water hose

Background imageBreathing Collection: Prince of Wales at London Fire Brigade Annual Review

Prince of Wales at London Fire Brigade Annual Review
The Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII) at the Annual Review of the London Fire Brigade in Victoria Park. Date: 1929

Background imageBreathing Collection: Lord Snell at London Fire Brigade Annual Review

Lord Snell at London Fire Brigade Annual Review
Lord Snell (Chairman of the Council) at London Fire Brigade Annual Review in Victoria Park, 30 June 1934, inspecting firefighters wearing Proto breathing equipment. Date: 1934

Background imageBreathing Collection: LFB Annual Review 1934, Exercise wearing breathing apparatus

LFB Annual Review 1934, Exercise wearing breathing apparatus Date: 1934

Background imageBreathing Collection: Breathing Apparatus Control Point - Practise

Breathing Apparatus Control Point - Practise
Breathing Apparatus (BA) Control Point at Scene of Fire - demonstration, by firefighters probably at Lambeth HQ - 28th February 1964. Date: 1964

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters at Lyons Maid, Stamford Street, London

Firefighters at Lyons Maid, Stamford Street, London
Firefighters and onlookers outside Lyons Maid Ltd in Stamford Street, Southwark, London SE1, on 24 April 1968. Date: 1968

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighters wearing breathing equipment

Firefighters wearing breathing equipment on the street, one of them drinking a mug of tea

Background imageBreathing Collection: British submarine training by G. H. Davis

British submarine training by G. H. Davis
Officers and men of the British submarine service being trained in use of the Davis submarine escape apparatus: A water-filled tank with a dummy submarine compartment and the new canvas air lock

Background imageBreathing Collection: Method of saving submarine seamen by G. H. Davis

Method of saving submarine seamen by G. H. Davis
Our own method of saving submarine seamen. Showing two divers wearing the recently invented copper helmet and waterproof jacket

Background imageBreathing Collection: War in the stratosphere by G. H. Davis

War in the stratosphere by G. H. Davis
War in the stratosphere: some problems presented by the enigma of flight miles above the earth during the Second World War. The immediate and vital concern of flying experts all over the world

Background imageBreathing Collection: Auxiliary Fire Service gas mask training, WW2

Auxiliary Fire Service gas mask training, WW2
Women of the Auxiliary Fire Service undergoing gas mask training during the Second World War. Date: 1940

Background imageBreathing Collection: Firefighter undergoing ergometer test

Firefighter undergoing ergometer test
Fireman undergoing an ergometer test whilst wearing full gear, including breathing apparatus at Lambeth headquarters. Date: 1950s

Background imageBreathing Collection: Picture No. 11806844

Picture No. 11806844
Snapping turtle, Maryland, feeding on surface Date:

Background imageBreathing Collection: Scuba diving jacket complete with oxygen tank, straps and pipes, side view

Scuba diving jacket complete with oxygen tank, straps and pipes, side view

Background imageBreathing Collection: Astronauts protective suit and life support system

Astronauts protective suit and life support system

Background imageBreathing Collection: Cartoon of Mythological Fire Breathing Dragon

Cartoon of Mythological Fire Breathing Dragon
Cartoon of mythological fire breathing dragon who in ancient Hinduism was thought to have stopped the monsoon from coming and the welcome rains would not appear until it was killed by the god Indra

Background imageBreathing Collection: Illustration of respiratory system of a fish with gill filaments (lamellae) highlighted in red

Illustration of respiratory system of a fish with gill filaments (lamellae) highlighted in red

Background imageBreathing Collection: Illustration of person inhaling and exhaling

Illustration of person inhaling and exhaling

Background imageBreathing Collection: Cross section biomedical illustration of how breathing works - Inhaling

Cross section biomedical illustration of how breathing works - Inhaling



All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Breathe: A Journey Through Life's Vitality" In the midst of World War II, on the home front, a woman dons her gas mask, symbolizing resilience and strength amidst adversity. Amidst chaos and destruction, firefighters in action on Eagle Street, London WC1 embody bravery as they battle fierce flames to protect lives and property. A diagram of the lungs and bronchial tubes reminds us of the intricate network that allows every breath we take - a testament to our body's remarkable design. In the pristine Arctic wilderness of Billenfjorden, Pyramiden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway an arctic fox gracefully inhales crisp air. Its survival depends on adapting to extreme conditions. Underwater wonders unfold as a bottlenose dolphin blows air rings with playful elegance. It showcases nature's ability to create beauty even beneath the surface. Scaling new heights like Hillary and Tenzing on Mount Everest requires not only physical endurance but also mastering controlled breathing at high altitudes – a reminder that breath fuels our dreams. Another underwater marvel unfolds as a bottlenose dolphin blows air bubbles with its mouth open. It exemplifies how creatures find joy in simple acts while reminding us of life's precious moments. At Lambeth fire station stands an enclosed pump from LCC-LFB (London County Council - London Fire Brigade), representing progress in firefighting technology. Breathing innovation into their work ensures better protection for all. Yet fires rage fiercely too; GLC-LFB (Greater London Council - London Fire Brigade) battles one such inferno on Lambeth Road SE11 – showcasing firefighters' unwavering commitment to preserving life amid danger. From brass helmets to cork ones – LCC-LFB marks changeover reflecting evolving safety measures over time. Just like breathing adapts through ages so does our approach towards safeguarding those who serve society selflessly. A diagram depicting heart, lungs, and windpipe reminds us of the interconnectedness within our bodies.