Boundaries Collection

A map of Westerham and Eatonbridge Hundred with the Parish and Ville of Brasted and the Hundred of Somerden

Scotland, UK, satellite image
Scotland, UK. North is at top. Natural colour satellite image showing Scotland in the United Kingdom, with the surrounding territories shaded out

London arms and seals
The Arms and Common Seals of the Metropolitan Boroughs of London and of the City of London, with a block map showing their boundaries

Map of Europe in 1360
A map of Europe in 1360, showing the boundaries of the Holy Roman Empire

1832 Victorian Map of Launceston

Beating the Bounds Boats
ENGLAND - BEATING THE BOUNDS Choirboys and dignitaries sailing down the Thames in rowing boats, en route to St. Clement Danes for the beating the parish boundaries ceremony Date: early 1930s

Beating Bounds, 1930
ENGLAND BEATING THE BOUNDS Cheerful choirboys pose with rods prior to beating the parish boundaries at Lincolns Inn, London Date: 1930

Demonstration to keep Horley and Charlwood in Surrey
A group of people on a demonstration in the middle of a road, holding banners and placards, determined to keep Horley and Charlwood in Surrey

Fence and country road, Holderness, New Hampshire, New England, United States of America, North America

A FARMER WITH HIS BULLOCK CART - RURAL LIFE, INDIA
India, Bullocks & Cart in rural scene

NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE BAMBOO DANCE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribe performing bamboo dance

BAMBOO POLE CLIMBING, NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribal feat of climbing Bamboo poles

Scenic view of farmland and coast, Valentia Island, along the Skellig Coast on the Ring of Kerry, County Kerry, Ireland

Story of the Bengal Partition and its reversal
Page from The Graphic showing two maps of North East India. The top map shows Bengal partitioned in 1905, when a large part of its former area in the east was united with Assam to form the new

SILK LANTERNS AT THE CHINESE MID AUTUMN LANTERN FESTIVAL
Singapore, Chinese mid-autumn harvest festival is celebrated by lighting lanterns and eating mooncakes. These large silk lanterns depicting various scenes of Chinese mythology light up the river

PORTRAIT OF A TRIBAL WEARING THE TRADITIONAL COSTUME OF A NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE, NAGALAND
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior in traditional costume and head dress

NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE LADY IN TRADITIONAL COSTUME AND JEWELRY, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Lady from Naga Warrior tribe, with unique traditional costume and jewelry carrying a basket on her head

PORTRAIT OF A TRIBAL FROM A NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE WEARING TRADITIONAL COSTUME AND JEWELRY
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribal in traditional costume and head dress

Map of India, showing the progress of the Imperial Surveys, published under the direction
XCF306005 Map of India, showing the progress of the Imperial Surveys, published under the direction of Colonel H.R. Thuillier, R.E

1832 Victorian Map of Great Marlow

1832 Victorian Map of Windsor

1832 Victorian Map of Abingdon

1832 Victorian Map of Reading

1832 Victorian Map of Wallingford

1832 Victorian Map of Greenwich

1832 Victorian Map of Hythe

1832 Victorian Map of Reigate

1832 Victorian Map of Southwark

1832 Victorian Map of Guildford

1832 Victorian Map of Tavistock

1832 Victorian Map of Ashburton

1832 Victorian Map of Exeter

1832 Victorian Map of Barnstaple

1832 Victorian Map of Tiverton

1832 Victorian Map of Malmesbury

1832 Pre Victorian Map of Wilton near Salisbury

1832 Victorian Map of Westbury

1832 Victorian Map of Marlborough

1832 Victorian Map of Salisbury

1832 Victorian Map of Devizes

1832 Victorian Map of Truro

1832 Victorian Map of St. Ives

1832 Victorian Map of Liskeard

1832 Victorian Map of Penryn and Falmouth

1832 Victorian Map of Helston

1832 Victorian Map of Bodmin

Neville and Anne Chamberlain in the park
Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain (1869-1940) with his wife Anne (1883-1967) taking a stroll in the park. The watching soldiers are signallers under instruction. Date: 1939

A trip to Tuy and Valenca, on the boundaries of Portugal and Spain (litho)
1064386 A trip to Tuy and Valenca, on the boundaries of Portugal and Spain (litho) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: A trip to Tuy and Valenca)

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"Exploring Boundaries: Tracing the Historical Imprints of Scotland's Borders" This captivating satellite image showcases the intricate boundaries that define Scotland, UK. From the iconic London arms and seals to a fascinating map of Europe in 1360, these hints unravel a tale of territorial demarcations. Delving deeper into history, we discover an intriguing map depicting Westerham and Eatonbridge Hundred with the Parish and Ville of Brasted. This ancient document reveals how they were meticulously defined even centuries ago. The tradition of "Beating the Bounds Boats" comes alive through vivid images from 1930, where communities gathered to mark their territory along rivers and coastlines. These rituals symbolized unity while reinforcing geographical limits. They have always been subject to change as demonstrated by a passionate demonstration aiming to keep Horley and Charlwood within Surrey's embrace. The fence lining a country road serves as a reminder that borders can shape landscapes both physically and socially. Traveling back in time, we explore Victorian maps showcasing Great Marlow, Windsor, and Abingdon in 1832. These intricately detailed documents provide insights into how boundaries evolved over time while preserving historical landmarks. In this journey through space and time, we witness how they have shaped our world – defining nations, cultures, traditions – yet also reminding us that they are not fixed but constantly evolving reflections of human endeavors.