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.
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.
HMS Victory is a 104-gun first-rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy. Launched in 1765, she is the world’s oldest naval vessel still in commission. Victory is best known for her role as Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. That battle cemented Britain’s dominance as a sea power through the early 20th century.
Artemis, the moon goddess in Greek mythology, personifies NASA's efforts to return astronauts to the lunar surface and beyond. The Space Launch System is the American super heavy-lift rocket that will be used to get us there. At launch, the SLS rocket with crew will weigh 5,750,000 pounds.
The Cyber Wolf is a stunning metal model that intricately replicates a futuristic robotic wolf, seamlessly blending the raw power of a wolf with cutting-edge cybernetic aesthetics. Its meticulously crafted design captures the essence of both nature and technology.
The Kawasaki KX450 is a liquid-cooled, DOHC off-road racing bike. Featuring a 449cc engine, the KX450 is the flagship of the Kawasaki motocross and cross-country line, which has won more championships in its class than any other manufacturer.
The Brooklyn Bridge is located in New York City and is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States. Completed in 1883, it connects the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn by spanning the East River.
The Bald Eagle is a North American bird, known for its white head and tail feathers. Subsisting on a diet of mainly fish, this raptor will swoop down and capture prey with its large talons. As a symbol of the United States of America, the Bald Eagle appears on the nation’s Great Seal.
The Space Needle, built for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair, officially opened April 21, 1962. The fair attracted over 2.3 million visitors, with nearly 20,000 people a day using the elevators to reach the tower’s 520’ observation deck, offering views of downtown Seattle, Mount Rainier, Puget Sound, and the Cascades and Olympic mountain ranges. Standing at 605 feet high, it remains a major landmark of Seattle and of the Pacific Northwest region of the United States.
On July 20, 1969, Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin (Buzz) Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the Moon. Their NASA space suits allowed these astronauts to explore the lunar surface for over two hours in temperatures ranging from -183 to 106 degrees Celsius. Armstrong and Aldrin then boarded the lunar module, rejoined fellow astronaut Michael Collins aboard their command module, and returned safely to Earth.
The Golden Gate is an art deco suspension bridge that stretches across San Francisco Bay and is one of the most enduring symbols of the city. Its construction arose from the need to get from San Francisco to Marin County, California and the ferry traffic in San Francisco Bay had become just too heavy. Construction on the Golden Gate Bridge began in 1933, and was completed in 1937.
Dragons are magical creatures from myth and legend. European Dragons are featured as having large, reptilian bodies with bat-like wings. Steel Dragons are said to embody the traits of nobility and justice.
The Hughes H-4 Hercules nicknamed the Spruce Goose by critics, was designed as a transatlantic transport plane for use during World War II though it was not completed until after the war. Due to restrictions during the war on the use of aluminum and also concerns about weight, the plane was built almost entirely of birch wood. It was the largest amphibious plane to ever fly though that was only one brief flight on November 2, 1947. The aircraft remains in good condition and is currently on display at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum in McMinnville, Oregon, USA.
The London Tower Bridge, built in 1886-1894 over the River Thames, is both a suspension and a drawbridge. It has become an iconic symbol of London and was featured in many films such as the 2009 Sherlock Holmes movie. This 244 meter bridge consists of two towers (65 meters high) tied together at the upper level by means of two horizontal walkways.
Dedicated on October 28, 1886, “The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World”, was a gift from the people of France to the United States. This copper statue reaches over 305’ from ground level and has become a symbol of freedom and democracy.
The USS Constitution, affectionately known as ‘Old Ironsides’, served in both the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812. The ship now resides at the USS Constitution Museum in Boston Harbor.