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G-AHKX Avro Anson C19 RAF TX176 Royal Air Force
The Avro Anson was constructed in Manchester
This Anson has now been painted in the colours of one that would have been used by RAF based at Coningsby Station Flight
Photo taken at Old Warden Shuttleworth Air Show 10th May 2026
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Perched on a vast hilltop in Chittorgarh, the majestic Chittorgarh Fort stands as one of India’s most powerful symbols of valor and sacrifice. Spread across nearly 700 acres, it served as the historic capital of the Sisodia Rajputs of Mewar and has witnessed some of the fiercest battles in Indian history. Believed to have origins in the 7th century, the fort evolved over time into a formidable stronghold, protected by massive stone walls, seven grand gateways, and an intricate system of water reservoirs that sustained life during long sieges.
Inside the fort lies a rich tapestry of history, architecture, and legend. The towering Vijay Stambh rises as a tribute to victory and pride, while the elegant Padmini Palace echoes stories of honor and intrigue. The fort is also closely associated with Rani Padmini and the heroic tales of jauhar, as well as the spiritual legacy of Meera Bai. Walking through its expansive grounds, one feels a deep connection to its past, where every stone carries echoes of courage, devotion, and an unyielding spirit that continues to define its identity.
Igreja de San Andrés, templo de origem românica, com importantes remodelações posteriores (góticas e renascentistas), situado na localidade de Zariquiegui, na comunidade foral de Navarra, Espanha. Este edifício religioso assume particular relevância histórica e cultural por se integrar no traçado do Caminho Francês de Santiago, servindo historicamente de ponto de passagem e recolhimento para os peregrinos antes da exigente subida ao Alto del Perdón. Arquitetonicamente, a estrutura destaca-se pela sua construção em silharia de pedra regular. Na fachada visível, evidencia-se um portal de arco de volta perfeita, elemento central do estilo românico, composto por múltiplas arquivoltas que repousam sobre colunas laterais. Acima deste acesso principal, observa-se um pequeno óculo circular que auxilia na iluminação da nave. O conjunto é dominado por uma torre sineira de planta quadrada, reforçada por contrafortes, que sublinha o caráter de marco visual típico das igrejas medievais desta rota de peregrinação.
The Church of San Andrés, a Romanesque-era church that underwent significant later renovations (Gothic and Renaissance), is located in the town of Zariquiegui, in the Autonomous Community of Navarre, Spain. This religious building holds particular historical and cultural significance as it is part of the French Way of St. James, historically serving as a stopping point and place of rest for pilgrims before the demanding ascent to Alto del Perdón. Architecturally, the structure stands out for its construction in regular ashlar stone. On the visible façade, a round-arched portal stands out—a central element of the Romanesque style—composed of multiple archivolts resting on side columns. Above this main entrance, a small circular oculus aids in illuminating the nave. The complex is dominated by a square-plan bell tower, reinforced by buttresses, which underscores the character of a visual landmark typical of the medieval churches along this pilgrimage route.
27.06.2023 Étretat, Seine-Maritime Normandy, France.. Étretat is best known for its chalk cliffs, including three natural arches and a pointed formation called L'Aiguille or the Needles
27.06.2023 Étretat, Seine-Maritime Normandy, France. Étretat is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of Northwestern France.
27.06.2023 Étretat, Seine-Maritime Normandy, France. Étretat is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of Northwestern France.
Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, WA 2023
Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, WA 2023
27.06.2023 Étretat, Seine-Maritime Normandy, France. Étretat is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of Northwestern France.
27.06.2023 Étretat, Seine-Maritime Normandy, France. Étretat is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department in the Normandy region of Northwestern France.
Wing Luke Museum in Seattle, WA 2023
Children at play in the courtyard next to the main square and opposite the church in Giron, Columbia.
The big church here is Minor Basilica of St. John the Baptist (Basílica Menor San Juan Bautista). “Built in the 17th century (circa 1636), the basilica is one of the oldest surviving churches in the region, reflecting the early Spanish colonial presence in northeastern Colombia. Its well-preserved colonial architecture and role in the town’s founding led to Giron being declared a National Monument in 1959. The church is central to that designation.
In 1963, Pope Paul VI granted the church the title of Minor Basilica, a rare honor that recognizes its importance in the Catholic faith and its influence in the region” (mindtrip.ai). Although founded in 1636 the present building is more mid-18th century (namadicniko.com)
The history of model railroading in an old magazine from the mid 2oth Century.
The history of model railroading in an old magazine from the mid 2oth Century.
10 Chesham Place, Belgravia,, London, England
The iconic Penfold pillar box, designed by architect and surveyor John Wornham Penfold in 1866, was the first standardised letterbox in the UK. Featuring a distinctive hexagonal shape, an ornate acanthus leaf cap, and an acorn finial, it remains one of the most celebrated designs in British postal history.
This box in Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, still has its original enamelled flap over the letter aperture.
