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Vickers-Maxim

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Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:

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150 ton crane lifting a submarine at Barrow, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5165
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format).

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Garrison Gunmounting Dept : Vickers Sons and Maxims works, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5159
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Barrow-in-Furness. [Interior view of works}.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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In the 12 in. barbette, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5157
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). [Two men to the left].

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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King Edward VII, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5155
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). In the shell chamber loading 12 in shells: placing the shells in hoist for elevating to the gun above.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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King Edward VII type, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5156
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). In the working chamber: the shells are here transferred on to another hoist called the loading tray: the man grasping the lever is speaking through one of the speaking tubes to the gunner in the barbette above.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Launch of H.M.S. Vanguard at Barrow (Dreadnought type), 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5149
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format).

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Launch of the Earl Grey, Icebreaker for Canada, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5151
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). At Barrow.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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[Launching a Dreadnought type ? H.M.S. Vanguard]., 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5147
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format).

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Naval Gunmounting Dept, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5160
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Showing a row of 4.2 in guns.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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On King Edward VII (type) in 12 in magazine, loading powder charges, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5154
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). [Two men loading charges]

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The 12 in. barbette, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5157A
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). [Exterior view on deck].

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The boiler shops : V.M. [Vickers-Maxim] works, Barrow-in-Furness, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5166
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). [Interior view of workshop].

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The Dominion afloat, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5148
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format).

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The erecting pits for 12 in gun-mounting, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5161
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). These pits are built exactly to correspond with the interior of the barbette so that the entire fittings may be finished in the shop before being transferred to the ship.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The Gunslide Department, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5162
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Making the cradles in which the 12 in. guns slide back in recoil upon being fired.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The machine bay, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5163
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Marine engine department: making cylinders, etc.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The roller path planning machine, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5158
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). Being used on the ship.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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The Vanguard in Channel, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5150
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). After launch. [Small boats around her with ropes and steam boat in the distance].

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Trial trip of the Earl Grey, Icebreaker, 1909-08

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5152
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). On the Clyde, Aug. 1909.

Dates: 1909-08
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Two of the cantilever cranes over shipbuilding berths, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5164
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format).

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).
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Vickers Sons and Maxim's workshops looking west, 1909

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Reference Code: GBR/0115/RCS/Fisher 21/5180
Scope and Contents

Quarter-plate (landscape format). From top of crane.

Dates: 1909
Conditions Governing Access: From the Fonds: Unless restrictions apply, the collection is open for consultation by researchers using the Manuscripts Reading Room at Cambridge University Library. For further details on conditions governing access please contact mss@lib.cam.ac.uk. Information about opening hours and obtaining a Cambridge University Library reader's ticket is available from the Library's website (www.lib.cam.ac.uk).