Colonies Collection

Thirteen original colonies in 1776
American colonies at the outbreak of the Revolution. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

King George V - Scenes of the British Empire
One King, One Flag, One Fleet, One Empire - inset portrait of King George V (1865-1936) surrounded by images of the varied animals and wildlife of the British colonial territories (4/4)

Map of the world, 1720
(Original Caption) 18th century map of the world. Published in Paris in 1720, this French map shows the known world, including the new lands that had been discovered in the preceding centuries by

British Colonial Empire Poster - Our allies the colonies, the Royal West African Frontier Force

PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851. First building with revolutionary modular, prefabricated design, and use of glass. Built for the Universal Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, London

Empire Marketing Board poster - Gibraltar
Empire Marketing Board poster showing a family on the deck of a ship which is sailing close to the rock of Gibraltar

A Young Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill (1874-1965) photographed in 1906 at the age of 32, while he held the post of Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies

King George V - Scenes of the British Empire
One King, One Flag, One Fleet, One Empire - inset portrait of King George V (1865-1936) (1/4). Date: circa 1911

British Empire Marketing Board poster - Takoradi Harbour
Native Chiefs in Palaver, Takoradi Harbour in Ghana, West Africa. Native chiefs meeting a British official or governor of the area during a period when large parts of Africa still formed part of

The Emigrant Ship Hercules off Cambelton, Scotland, 1853
Engraving showing the emigrant ship Hercules at anchor in Campbelton Harbour, Isle of Skye, 1853. The Hercules sailed from Skye that year with passengers emigrating for a new life in the British

Map of Europe, 1700
17th century map of Europe. Published in 1700, this map by the Dutch cartographer Frederick de Witt (1630-1706) shows the latest knowledge of the geography of Europe

Underwater coral reef scene - Colourful marine life at depth of 12m Komodo Island. Indonesia
VT-8350 Underwater coral reef scene - Colourful marine life at depth of 12m Komodo Island. Indonesia Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguins - colony on ice in twilight Antarctic
AU-108-GR EMPEROR PENGUINS - colony on ice, pink light Antarctic Aptenodytes forsteri Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penguin - colony in twilight Ross Sea, Antarctica. GRB03269
AUS-888 Emperor Penguin - colony in twilight Ross Sea, Antarctica. Aptenodytes forsteri Auscape Please note that prints are personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

MAPS / WORLD / 1894
World map showing the European colonies

Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Farne Islands, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Senic coral reef underwater Komodo is world famous for its rich and colourful marine life Komodo Marine Park, Indonesia
VT-8352 Senic coral reef underwater Komodo is world famous for its rich and colourful marine life Komodo Marine Park, Indonesia Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display

Lionfish - amongst Tubastrea Coral & Sea Fan Fam: Scorpaenidae Indonesia
AU-59-MS Lionfish - amongst Tubastrea Coral & Sea Fan Indonesia Pterois volitans Fam: Scorpaenidae Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Sorting Post 1930S
One of the hundreds of groups of auxiliaries at the General Post Office (GPO), dispatching parcels to distant colonies during the usual Christmas postal rush

Starlings Flyinf to roost on Brighton pier
JD-17142 STARLINGS - flying to roost on Brighton Pier UK Sturnus vulgaris John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

All-Red Route at the Festival of Empire, 1911
A diagram of the All-Red Route at the Festival of Empire, opened on 12th May 1911 by King George V and Queen Mary. The route was essentially an electric railway line laid down at a cost of 90

Map of the Americas, 1660
17th century map of the Americas. Published in Amsterdam in 1660, this map by the Dutch cartographer Frederick de Witt (1630-1706) shows the geography of the Americas

Josslyn and Idina Hay at Slains, their farm in Kenya
The Hon. Josslyn and Lady Idina Hay pictured at Slains, their 2000 acre farm in Gilgil, Kenya. Pictured from left are: The Hon. Josslyn Hay, Major Roberts, Major J. Grant, Lady Idina Hay, Mrs C

Antarctica, Snow Hill Island, emperor penguins on ice
emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri), Oct 2006

Map of Africa showing Treaty Boundaries, 1891 (colour lithograph)
XCF282018 Map of Africa showing Treaty Boundaries, 1891 (colour lithograph) by English School, (19th century); British Museum, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Senegal and Niger, French Colonies in Africa - Map showing main transport routes. Date: circa 1909

Convict transportation to Australia
List of convicts embarked on the ship Merchantman from Portland to Western Australia, June 1864 Date: 1864

Aerial - Ant Atoll southwest of Pohnpei, Micronesia JLR04114
JLR-158 Aerial - Ant Atoll southwest of Pohnpei, Micronesia Jean-marc La Roque Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Map of the world, 1590
16th century map of the world. Published around 1590, this map shows the known world, including the new lands being discovered by Europeans exploring across the Atlantic

Coral polyp. - Night. Feeding on polychat worm, Coral polyps are carnivours
VT-8376 Coral polyp. - Night. Feeding on polychat worm, Coral polyps are carnivours. They feed on other animals Heron Island, Great Barrier Reef

California gray whale, adult - Colony of barnacles (Cryptolepas rhachianecti)
FG-eb-937 California gray whale - adult, colony of barnacles (Cryptolepas rhachianecti) and Cyamid crustaceans on the head of a gray whale San Ignacio Lagoon, Baja California South

Advert, Australian Butter for the Homeland. 1936

Wartime poster, The British Colonial Empire (Ceylon)
Wartime poster, The British Colonial Empire, featuring a member of the Ceylon Garrison Artillery, with the Ceylon badge below, and the names of all the colonial countries listed on either side. 1940s

Pea Aphid / Greenfly - huge swarm, UK
SPH-2694 Greenfly / Pea APHIDS - huge swarm United Kingdom Acyrthosiphon pisum Steve Hopkin Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Puffin - birds resting on cliff top
USH-826 PUFFIN - Birds resting on cliff top Fratercula artica Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rhodes House, Oxford (b / w photo)
3094735 Rhodes House, Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rhodes House, Oxford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

The Battle of Oriskany in 1777, c. 1930 (colour litho)
2646921 The Battle of Oriskany in 1777, c.1930 (colour litho) by Yohn, Frederick Coffay (1875-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Oriskany, fought on August 6, 1777)

Map of French possessions and spheres of influence in Africa
CHT206391 Map of French possessions and spheres of influence in Africa and a view of the river Senegal, cover of a school exercise book, late 19th century (colour engraving) by Dascher, G

British Empire throughout the World (coloured engraving)
XCF275033 British Empire throughout the World (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Magellanic penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus), Isla Martillo, Ushuaia, Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, South America

Wartime poster, The British Colonial Empire (African Rifles)
Wartime poster, The British Colonial Empire, featuring a member of the Kings African Rifles, with the regiment badge below, and the names of all the colonial countries listed on either side. 1940s

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony, huddled together during snowstorm, Right Whale Bay, South Georgia, november

Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11358 Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bass Rock with Northern Gannets In flight around the rock. Scotland
ROY-47 Bass Rock with Northern Gannets - in flight around the rock. Scotland Morus bassanus Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Map / N America / Canada
The east coast of North America from New York to Newfoundland, showing habitats of Eskimaux, native American peoples, and the French colonies of Acadie, etc

Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving)
XCF306892 Banditti, 1783 (hand-coloured engraving) by Boyne, John (1750-1810); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon satirising the Fox-North coalition government of March to December)

A female beekeeper at work
5307432 A female beekeeper at work.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a female beekeeper at work. Top: Driving bees from one skep into another in order to clear the combs)

Beekeepers
5307415 Beekeepers.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting beekeepers knocking a swarm into a container. Hives with alighting boards in bee shelter on left. Dated 19th century)

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"Exploring the Legacy: Tracing the Footsteps of Colonies" In 1776, thirteen original colonies laid the foundation for a nation that would shape history. As we delve into the past, a map from 1720 unfolds before our eyes, revealing a world dominated by empires and their far-reaching ambitions. The Empire Marketing Board poster showcasing Gibraltar reminds us of Britain's vast colonial empire. It was an era when King George V proudly presented scenes of this mighty empire, capturing its grandeur and diversity. Amidst these historical snapshots, we catch sight of The Emigrant Ship Hercules off Cambelton in Scotland in 1853. A poignant reminder of those who sought new beginnings across distant shores. A young Winston Churchill emerges from the shadows, embodying both the spirit and challenges faced by colonizers throughout history. His determination echoes against a backdrop of Europe depicted on a map from 1700 - a continent ripe with imperial aspirations. Another British Empire Marketing Board poster beckons our attention towards Takoradi Harbour; it symbolizes commerce and connections forged through colonization. Yet amidst human endeavors lies nature's marvels – an underwater coral reef scene teeming with vibrant marine life at Komodo Island in Indonesia reveals Earth's hidden treasures. King George V once again graces our narrative as he introduces us to an enchanting colony nestled within Antarctica's twilight Ross Sea – Emperor Penguins thrive against all odds in GRB03269. These hints paint an intricate tapestry woven by colonies past and present. They remind us to reflect upon both triumphs and tribulations that have shaped nations worldwide. Let us explore these legacies together as we strive for understanding and progress toward a future built on unity rather than division.