Kepler is a space observatory launched by NASA to discover Earth-size planets orbiting other stars. Named after astronomer Johannes Kepler, the spacecraft was launched on March 7, 2009, into an Earth-trailing heliocentric orbit.
Is a temple located on the Athenian Acropolis in Greece and dedicated to the maiden goddess Athena whom the people of Athens considered their patron deity. Construction began in 447 BC when the Athenian Empire was at the height of its power and was completed in 438 BC. The Parthenon is the most recognizable enduring symbol of ancient Greece, Athenian democracy and western civilization.
The Brandenburg Gate is the only remaining gate through which Berlin was once entered. It was commissioned by King William II of Prussia as a sign of peace. The design is based upon the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens. Atop the gate is the Quadriga, a chariot drawn by four horses driven by Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory.
This early bicycle design called the Penny-farthing was first produced about 1870. It used an enlarged front wheel instead of gears to create greater speed and a smoother ride. It was the first machine to be called a bicycle.
The Checker cab is gone from the streets of New York but during its time it was the iconoclastic image of a New York City cab. It was big and roomy with checkered stripes on the sides.
Golf Carts are designed to carry golf bags with clubs which eliminates the need for golfers to carry their own clubs or hire a caddy. However, today’s golf carts are also used for transportation in many communities where motor vehicles are restricted.
• 3 different color models included.
• Easy to build.
• 3 models provide back up for the beginner in case of assembly problems.
• A nice set of Golf Carts when completed.
The hop-on, hop-off New York City tour bus has become an iconic image around the city. Similar tour buses have become popular in many large cities as a fun and efficient way to see the sites.
The NCC-1701 was a Federation Constitution class heavy cruiser that was in service with Starfleet in the mid to late 23rd century. In the course of her career, the Enterprise became the most celebrated starship of her time. The Enterprise was destroyed over the Genesis Planet in 2285 when Kirk activated the ship's auto destruct sequence o prevent the Enterprise from falling into the hands of the Klingons! Most famous Captain of the Enterprise was James T. Kirk!
Is the birthplace of America. The Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed inside this building. Also, George Washington was appointed Commander in Chief of the Continental Army in 1775 and the Articles of Confederation were adopted in 1781.
Vespa - is an Italian brand motor scooter manufactured by Piaggio. The name means wasp in Italian. The scooter was first launched in 1946 and by 1960 more than 2 million had been sold. This classic scooter received its greatest sales promo from the feature film Roman Holiday in which Audrey Hepburn was filmed riding side saddle through Rome on Gregory Peck’s Vespa.
From 1941 to 1945, Willys brand produced 300,000 Willys MB Jeep models for the U.S. Army. This 4x4 utility truck was the original go-anywhere, do-anything vehicle during World War II. Every infantry regiment was provided with 144 Willys MB Jeep models.