The Trireme is an ancient Greek warship featuring three banks of oars from which it gets its name. A formidable military vessel, it was feared for its speed, maneuverability, and its powerful bronze battering ram used to sink enemy ships. The Trireme permitted Athens to build its maritime empire and dominate the Aegean in the 5th century BCE.
Was a long-range, Mach 3.5+ strategic reconnaissance aircraft developed by Lockheed and its Skunk Works® division. It was the first aircraft to be constructed mainly of titanium. At full velocity the airplane surface heats up to over 260°C+ (500 °F). A total of 3,551 missions were flown and not one Blackbird was lost due to enemy military retaliation. Note: Skunk Works is the nickname for Lockheed's Advanced Development Programs. Skunk Works engineers have developed highly advanced, military aircraft, often in secret, since World War II.
The 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge was designed from the start to be brash and bold. It featured a powerful V8 engine, unique stripes, a blacked-out grille with optional hide-away headlamps, a rear spoiler, and the requisite 'The Judge' decals that set it apart from other muscle cars on the road.
The Chevy Chevelle was produced from 1964 through 1977. The creation of the Chevelle Super Sport (SS) in 1966 was an aggressive move by GM to compete against the new powerful Chrysler muscle cars. The 1970 Chevelle SS with its 450 hp engine was ready for drag racing as soon as it rolled off the assembly line.
Sagrada Familia is a famous basilica in Barcelona, Spain. Designed by Antoni Gaudi, this iconic church is renowned for its towering spires, intricate facades, and captivating stained-glass windows. A masterpiece in progress, construction started in 1882 and continues today. Upon completion, it will be the tallest church in the world.