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ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2026 winners
Take a look at the winning images in the world's biggest space photography competition
What is the Merchant Navy?
Discover the role and history of the commercial shipping fleet – and its connections with Royal Museums Greenwich
Dog that dived to the bottom of the ocean surfaces at the National Maritime Museum
A toy that journeyed to the very bottom of the ocean has been donated to the National Maritime Museum.
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Medal commemorating the centenary of David Livingstone (Medal)
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