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1799 Collection

In the year 1799, a multitude of significant events and creations shaped history

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1799 Collection: The Gout. Etching, 1799, by James Gillray
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1799 Collection: Los Caprichos by Francisco de Goya (1746-1828)
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1799 Collection: Kennet & Avon Canal 4
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1799 Collection: Egypt / Rosetta Stone
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1799 Collection: Organ - Tippoos Tiger
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1799 Collection: Pennsylvania Hospital, in Pine Street, Philadelphia: colored engraving, 1799, by William Birch & Son
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1799 Collection: Bridgewater canal boat diagram, by William Sherratt, 1799
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1799 Collection: TIPU SULTAN (1749?-1799)
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1799 Collection: Gout Devil Bites 1799
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1799 Collection: Pilgrim Fathers Depart
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1799 Collection: Lastrea dilatato British Anna Atkins 1799 1871
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1799 Collection: Death of Sir John Moore
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1799 Collection: Electricity / Voltaic Pile
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1799 Collection: BEETHOVEN MANUSCRIPT, 1799. Copy of Ludwig van Beethovens String Quartet in F Major Op. 18 no
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1799 Collection: Hardwick Old Hall
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1799 Collection: Southwark Cavalry
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1799 Collection: Westminster Cavalry
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1799 Collection: Goya (1746-1828). Spanish painter and printmaker. Los Capric
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1799 Collection: APPLEBY
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1799 Collection: Peter Wysocki
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1799 Collection: USS CONSTELLATION, 1799. The American frigate USS Constellation bearing down
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1799 Collection: BRYULLOV, Karl. The Horsewoman
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1799 Collection: Midshipman, 1799. The young man is carrying a sextant which was used for making astronomical
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1799 Collection: A Visit to the Irish Pig! With reflections Physical & Moral
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1799 Collection: Horseman
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1799 Collection: WASHINGTON, George (1732-1799)
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1799 Collection: The Earl of Derbys Cabinet, 1867
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1799 Collection: Pope Pius VI
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1799 Collection: Pope Pius VI (Dupin)
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1799 Collection: W & M Howitt / Stereo Cdv
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1799 Collection: G Washington / Postcard
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1799 Collection: G Washington / Wells Hist
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1799 Collection: Battle of Salehieh
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1799 Collection: Pteris rotundifolia Anna Atkins British 1799
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1799 Collection: Equisetum sylvaticum
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1799 Collection: Water Gate - where Tipu Sultan fell - Siege of Seringapatam
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1799 Collection: Discovery of the body of Tipu Sultan, Siege of Seringapatam, India, 4 May 1799
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1799 Collection: Los Caprichos, series of etchings by Francisco de Goya (1746-1828), plate 24: No hubo remedio
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1799 Collection: Saint Elizabeth of Portugal healing a sick woman, circa 1799
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1799 Collection: PHILADELPHIA STREET
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1799 Collection: Patrick Henry 1736 1799 American Revolutionary
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1799 Collection: The Battle of Novi - the death of French commander Joubert Date: 1799
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1799 Collection: EGYPT/ARCHAEOLOGY/MUMMIE
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1799 Collection: Sir Sydney Smith defends the Acre against Napoleon Bonaparte. Date: 1799
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1799 Collection: GOYA Y LUCIENTES, Francisco de (1746-1828). Wrong. Until Death. 1799. (21 x 15 cm)
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1799 Collection: French Revolution-Philippe Henriot (January 7, 1889, Reims-June 28, 1944)
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1799 Collection: French Revolution 1789-1799 Philippe Henriot
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1799 Collection: Philippe Henriot, French Revolution, 1789 1799


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In the year 1799, a multitude of significant events and creations shaped history. The Kennet & Avon Canal, an engineering marvel connecting the rivers Kennet and Avon, opened its gates to facilitate trade and transportation. Along its banks, one could witness the bustling activity of canal boats navigating through the waterways. Meanwhile, in the realm of art, James Gillray's etching "The Gout" captured society's fascination with this painful affliction that plagued many individuals during that era. Francisco de Goya also left his mark on history with his collection "Los Caprichos, " offering a satirical commentary on Spanish society. Amidst these cultural endeavors, another intriguing creation emerged - Tippoos Tiger: an organ designed in 1799 by Tipu Sultan himself. This mechanical wonder fascinated audiences as it played haunting melodies while depicting a tiger attacking a British soldier. However, not all was joyous during this time. In 1799, Sir John Moore met his untimely demise on the battlefield. His death served as a reminder of the sacrifices made during times of war. Across continents and oceans, discoveries were being made that would shape our understanding of ancient civilizations forever. In Egypt, archaeologists uncovered the Rosetta Stone—a key to deciphering hieroglyphics and unlocking secrets from antiquity. On American soil stood Pennsylvania Hospital in Pine Street; an institution dedicated to healing since 1751 continued its noble mission into 1799 under William Birch & Son's watchful eye. It provided solace for those seeking medical care amidst turbulent times. Scientific advancements also marked this year as Alessandro Volta introduced us to electricity through his invention—the voltaic pile—an early form of battery that paved the way for future innovations in technology.