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1802 Collection (page 17)

In the year 1802, a myriad of fascinating events unfolded across different realms

Background image1802 Collection: Harriet Martineau (Gil. )

Harriet Martineau (Gil. )
HARRIET MARTINEAU writer and social commentator

Background image1802 Collection: Martineau / Harriet / Fraser

Martineau / Harriet / Fraser
HARRIET MARTINEAU English writer

Background image1802 Collection: J L E Ortolan

J L E Ortolan
J L E ORTOLAN French jurist

Background image1802 Collection: Paul Duc De Noailles

Paul Duc De Noailles
PAUL DUC DE NOAILLES French historian and ambassador

Background image1802 Collection: H D Lacordaire

H D Lacordaire
Henri Dominique LACORDAIRE popular French preacher

Background image1802 Collection: Vicomte D archiac

Vicomte D archiac
Etienne-Jules Adolphe, Desmier de Saint-Simon, vicomte d ARCHIAC French geologist and mineralogist

Background image1802 Collection: Louis Vitet

Louis Vitet
LOUIS VITET French writer, praised by Sainte-Beuve

Background image1802 Collection: Charles Giraud

Charles Giraud
CHARLES GIRAUD French jurist and writer

Background image1802 Collection: Sir Benjamin Hall / Iln 59

Sir Benjamin Hall / Iln 59
SIR BENJAMIN HALL 1st BARON LLANOVER Statesman: MP for Marylebone

Background image1802 Collection: Cockburn / Alexander / Vfair

Cockburn / Alexander / Vfair
SIR ALEXANDER COCKBURN British jurist

Background image1802 Collection: Lajos Kossuth / Photograph

Lajos Kossuth / Photograph
LAJOS KOSSUTH Hungarian patriot and statesman

Background image1802 Collection: Lajos Kossuth / Military

Lajos Kossuth / Military
LAJOS KOSSUTH Hungarian patriot and statesman in 1850

Background image1802 Collection: Hugh Miller / A Rae Cdv

Hugh Miller / A Rae Cdv
HUGH MILLER Scottish man of letters and geologist

Background image1802 Collection: French Vs Haitians

French Vs Haitians
Haiti : French and patriots in hand-to-hand combat

Background image1802 Collection: 5th Duke of Bedford Col

5th Duke of Bedford Col
FRANCIS RUSSELL, 5th duke of BEDFORD Nobleman, landowner, statesman

Background image1802 Collection: Stevens Screw Propeller

Stevens Screw Propeller
American engineer John Stevens is the first to apply the screw principle to propel a steamboat, though it will be some time before his device replaces the paddle wheel

Background image1802 Collection: Nilometer (Mayer) 1802

Nilometer (Mayer) 1802
The Nilometer at Cairo

Background image1802 Collection: Victor Hugo / Vanity Fair

Victor Hugo / Vanity Fair
VICTOR HUGO French novelist in old age

Background image1802 Collection: Victor Hugo / Eichhorn

Victor Hugo / Eichhorn
VICTOR HUGO French novelist in old age

Background image1802 Collection: Victor Hugo / Gill Globe

Victor Hugo / Gill Globe
VICTOR HUGO French writer, sitting on top of the world

Background image1802 Collection: Alexander Cockburn / Anon

Alexander Cockburn / Anon
Sir Alexander James Edmund Cockburn (1802-1880), 10th Baronet British jurist who became Lord Chief Justice of England in 1859

Background image1802 Collection: Tourist and Touts

Tourist and Touts
Visiting Paris during the short-lived Peace of Amiens, an English traveller is beleaguered by people offering every kind of merchandise or service

Background image1802 Collection: Three Types of Herring

Three Types of Herring
Three types of herring: 1. common herring 2. silver-striped herring 3. African herring

Background image1802 Collection: Lord Lloyd Kenyon

Lord Lloyd Kenyon
Lloyd Kenyon, Lord Kenyon Baron of Gredington Chief Justice

Background image1802 Collection: Lord George Bentinck 3

Lord George Bentinck 3
LORD GEORGE BENTINCK Statesman and sportsman

Background image1802 Collection: James Baird, Ironmaster

James Baird, Ironmaster
JAMES BAIRD Scottish ironmaster : his family business at one time produced 300, 000 tons of iron a year; his profits largely went in Church benefactions

Background image1802 Collection: Marguerite Georges

Marguerite Georges
MARGUERITE GEORGES WEYMER French actress, made her Paris debut in 1802 and was briefly the mistress of Napoleon

Background image1802 Collection: Bohdan Zaleski

Bohdan Zaleski
JOSEF BOHDAN ZALESKI Polish poet, fighter for Polands freedom from Russia, married student of Chopin, emigre to Paris where he died, totally blind

Background image1802 Collection: James Paull

James Paull
JAMES PAULL Statesman who opposed Wellesley

Background image1802 Collection: Sarcophagus / Basaltes

Sarcophagus / Basaltes
An ancient sarcophagus of Basaltes called " The Lovers Fountain", showing visitors studying the hieroglyphics

Background image1802 Collection: Pyramid Chamber / Gizeh

Pyramid Chamber / Gizeh
Chamber and sarcophagus in the Great Pyramid of Gizeh, showing men working by torchlight

Background image1802 Collection: Madame Tussaud Catalogue

Madame Tussaud Catalogue
Madame Tussauds Exhibition : Founded in France in 1784 and in England in 1802, modelled and managed by the great- grandchildren of Mme Tussaud

Background image1802 Collection: Lajos Kossuth

Lajos Kossuth
LAJOS KOSSUTH Hungarian patriot and statesman

Background image1802 Collection: Victor Hugo / Gill Lune

Victor Hugo / Gill Lune
VICTOR HUGO French writer, done during his exile on Guernsey

Background image1802 Collection: Alexandre Dumas (Pere)

Alexandre Dumas (Pere)
ALEXANDRE DUMAS (PERE) French writer

Background image1802 Collection: Britannia (Thurston)

Britannia (Thurston)
Britannia receives Neptuness trident, symbolising Britains sovereignty of the the sea

Background image1802 Collection: Rustics Drinking Beer

Rustics Drinking Beer
Rustic types drinking beer

Background image1802 Collection: Gillray / Tales of Wonder

Gillray / Tales of Wonder
Tales of Wonder! Gillray satire on the taste for Gothic novels

Background image1802 Collection: HUGO (1802 - 1885)

HUGO (1802 - 1885)
VICTOR HUGO French writer

Background image1802 Collection: DIX (1802-1887)

DIX (1802-1887)
Dorothea Lynde Dix American reformer



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In the year 1802, a myriad of fascinating events unfolded across different realms. James Gillray's satirical etching titled "The Cow-Pock" shed light on Edward Jenner and his groundbreaking work on vaccination, revolutionizing medical science. Meanwhile, the treacherous Kraken unleashed its wrath upon an unfortunate ship, reminding us of the mysterious wonders lurking beneath the ocean's surface. Closer to home, St Albans Abbey stood as a testament to architectural grandeur in 1802, captivating all who beheld its majestic beauty. In a distant land, a Chukchi Warrior donned his formidable armor, embodying strength and resilience. Advancements in medicine took center stage with the advent of medical vaccination techniques that aimed to eradicate diseases and save countless lives. Science merged seamlessly with satire through Gillray's works, offering insightful commentary on society's quirks and follies. Maps became windows into history as we explored Spain and Portugal during their tumultuous years from 1807-1814. Literary genius Victor Hugo began weaving tales that would captivate generations to come with his imaginative storytelling prowess. Daring adventurers like Garnerin took flight in their balloons equipped with parachutes, defying gravity itself for breathtaking experiences high above the earth's surface. The visionary concept of a Channel tunnel started taking shape even back then when dreams met engineering marvels head-on. Nature revealed its splendor through enchanting blooms such as the Pontic Rhododendron – vibrant petals painting landscapes with hues only nature could conceive. Garnerin once again soared through skies adorned by his balloon accompanied by a parachute – an awe-inspiring sight that left spectators spellbound. As we reflect upon these diverse glimpses into 1802’s tapestry of events and achievements across artistry, science, exploration, literature, and nature - it becomes evident that this was truly an era where human ingenuity knew no bounds; paving the way for the progress and wonders we continue to witness today.