I think, it is a pity, that the way is going, as it goes now. I personally do not have a problem with photos of old ships are posted, as long it is within guidelines.
I must confess, that Pieter is right, I also think that the problem is, that these old photos are generating many hits, and as well, therefore often "jump in your face" because of the way, this website works with the Top Three.
I also do not have any problem with this, because I am personally also happy, to search and find photos of old coasters and ferries on this site.
I though DO THINK that the way this website is run with these TOP THREE is very unlucky.
I have also noticed, that many of these photos, Theo is referring to, are in the top three, but yet they do not have any comments. So I suggest, the people who upload them, are pushing the hits up by a certain way, and of course, I am not surprised, that this sooner or later annoys people.
I am very sad, a member does not want to upload photos anymore because of the discussion, but I believe, the problem is not the photos, but the way, it is arranged with Top Three and Hits.
I think, if these Top Three would be skipped, in favour of simply showing every uploaded photo for around 5 Minutes on this site, or even show 3 random photos, there would be soon an end of this discussion.
OK, this is my opinion, not sure, am I on the right way, or on the wrong way? As English is not my mother language, please ignore any spelling mistakes in case you find them
With greetings,
Cornelia