The Colossus of Rhodes, Greece Jodocus Mr H A Lenehan's observation

Mr H A Lenehan's observation of the halo and polar spot during the transit of Venus

This is a clear indication of the general status of those serving in Parliament at the time

Czar Alexander III of Russia is majestic following his coronation

8th September 1973

The Colossus of Rhodes, Greece Jodocus Mr H A Lenehan's observationThe Colossus of Rhodes, Greece, 1933 1934. The Colossus of Rhodes was a colossus of the Greek god Helios, erected on the Greek island of Rhodes by Chares of Lindos between 292 and 280 BC. It is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Before its destruction, the Colossus of Rhodes stood over 30 metres (107 ft) high, making it the tallest statue of the ancient world. From Wonders of the Past, volume II, 1933 1934.