Bruce Collection (page 21)

Victor 9th Earl of Elgin
VICTOR ALEXANDER BRUCE, ninth earl of ELGIN Statesman and diplomat, Viceroy of India 1894 - 99

In the editors room: a special artists drawing is brought
A photograph showing the editors office of the Illustrated London News with editor Bruce Ingram, seated, assessing a a drawing submitted for publication by one of the ILN special artists

Dear, Dear, Dear! by G. E. Studdy
Early illustration by G. E. Studdy during World War I, showing a soldier (standing) speaking to a older lady on a London bus or tube train

Cricketer, Bruce
William Bruce Australian Cricketer

A Light which shone in the Darkness by Bruce Bairnsfather
Picture of " Old Bill" the old soldier creation of Bruce Bairnsfather, illuminated by a lit cigarette. Date: c.1916

Viv Nicholson Wins Pools
Viv Nicholson, with her husband Keith, of Castleford, Yorkshire, winners of the Littlewoods Treble Chance Pool, are presented with their cheque by Bruce Forsyth

An Innocent Abroad
Humorous illustration by Bruce Bairnsfather showing a young soldier sheltering in his funk hole in a trench while an " Ole Bill" type character observes his misery

Stirling Castle 1949
Stirling Castle: monument to Robert the Bruce on the castle esplanade

Lord Alfred Douglas / 1929
Lord ALFRED BRUCE DOUGLAS writer, friend of Oscar Wilde (in 1929)

Southern Boobook / Morepork / Mopoke / Ruru Owl. near Bruce Conservation Centre - New Zealand
MAB-470 Southern Boobook / Morepork / Mopoke / Ruru Owl near Bruce Conservation Centre - New Zealand Ninox novaeseelandiae Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Flightless North Island Kokako. Mount Bruce Conservation Centre North Island New Zealand
MAB-466 Flightless North Island Kokako. Mount Bruce Conservation Centre North Island New Zealand Callaeas cinerea wilsoni Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Kaka / North Island Parrot. Mount Bruce Conservation Centre - New Zealand
MAB-463 Kaka / North Island Parrot Mount Bruce Conservation Centre - New Zealand Nestor meridionalis Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Death of Robert Bruce
Robert the Bruce lies on his deathbed surrounded by his loyal supporters

Bruce Castle, 1656
An Elizabethan manor house in Lordship Lane, Tottenham, associated with the Bruce family : much changed during its history, but luckily still exists today as a museum

James Bruce / Bramati
JAMES BRUCE Scottish explorer in Africa

James Bruce / Cheshire
JAMES BRUCE Scottish explorer in Africa

Bruce / Lambert Cig 1935
The Hon Mrs Victor Bruce, British aviator, the first person to fly from England to Japan

Bruce / Windhover
The Hon Mrs Victor Bruce, British aviator, and her Windhover in which she was the first person to fly from England to Japan

Brit Expedition Group
Members of the British Everest Expedition pose for a photograph; Bruce and Mallory stand on the left and middle, respectively

Bruce Castle, 1787
Bruce Castle in Middlesex, the seat of James Townsend. Later it will become a museum, and our Library will act as agent for its collection, notably of postal items

Scotland Defies England
Robert Bruce, King of Scotland, defies King Edward III

Philippa Vs Bruce / Durham
The Battle of Durham where Queen Philippa defeats David Bruce of Scotland

Sport / Climbing / Himalayas
In their Everest attempt, English climbers Bruce and Finch reach 8300 metres, helped with oxygen apparatus

Robert Bruce / I Taylor
ROBERT I (THE BRUCE) King of Scotland (1306-29)

Robert Bruce / Phillips
Robert I King of Scotland

Robert the Bruce at Awe
Robert the Bruce in the pass of Awe

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"Remembering Bruce: A Man of Many Talents and Adventures" Bruce, a name that echoes through history, conjures images of bravery, resilience, and artistic brilliance. From the Men of the 1924 Everest Expedition to his wartime Toby jugs during WW1, Bruce left an indelible mark on the world. In moments frozen in time, we see Old Bill kneeling before the Cenotaph in Whitehall, paying homage to those who sacrificed their lives, and is here that we glimpse Bruce's deep understanding of humanity's struggles and triumphs. His artistry knew no bounds as he captured pivotal moments like the Battle of Bannockburn or depicted poignant scenes in his books such as "Things That Matter" and "A Miner Success. " Through his WW1 cartoons like "One of Our Minor Wars, " Bruce shed light on the realities faced by soldiers with both humor and empathy. Yet it was not only war that defined him; adventure beckoned him too. The Mount Everest Expedition of 1924 showcased his thirst for exploration and pushing boundaries. His postcards from this journey stand as testaments to his courage amidst nature's grandeur. Beyond war zones and mountaintops, Bruce found solace in simple pleasures like Albion Rovers FC football team matches or Bonzo's latest antics illustrated by Studdy. These glimpses into lighter moments reveal a man who understood life's balance between seriousness and joy. With each stroke of his pen or brushstroke on canvas, Bruce Bairnsfather immortalized stories that needed telling – tales like "The Thirst For Reprisals. " He became a voice for those whose voices were often silenced or forgotten. Today we remember Bruce – an artist, adventurer, storyteller – whose legacy lives on through these fragments from history. In our hearts forever remains a man who dared to capture truth with compassion while reminding us all what truly matters - our shared humanity.