Democratic Collection

Rosa Luxemburg - 1
ROSA LUXEMBURG German Socialist agitator, helped found the Polish Social Democratic Party

Konrad Adenauer Campaign Poster
Campaign poster for poster German statesman, Konrad Adenauer and his Christian Democratic Union (CDU Christlich Demokratische Union Deutschlands) party during the 1957 elections

BOLSHEVIK MEETING, 1903. Vladimir Lenin at the Second Congress of the Marxist Russian Social Democratic Labour Party in 1903. Painting, 20th century

Erich Honecker 1912 - 1994, German Communist politician who led the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) from 1971 until 1989

William Jennings Bryan
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN Popular American statesman, defeated as Democratic Presidential candidate in 1896 and 1900

Giant Baobab Tree - Congo, Central Africa. Date: circa 1906

Mao Zedong greeting South Yemen leader
Mao Zedong (Mao Tse-tung) (1893-1976) - Chinese communist revolutionary and founding father of the Peoples Republic of China

Mono Print
The Village Parliament was held opposite the Post Office, here the men of the island met to discuss their plans for the day Scotland, St Kilda - 1927 Scotland, Outer Hebrides Scottish history

Aeropagus debating in ancient Athens
Gathering of the Areopagus, a deliberative court that met in the open air, ancient Athens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bugandan Royalty (card 1 of 2)
Card 1 of 2. The young King Daudi Cwa II of Uganda, seated on his elaborate golden throne (topped with a very British crown!), holding a staff of office, with his feet on a cheetah skin

Members of St Kilda Parliament, Isle of Harris, Scotland
Members of the St Kilda Parliament, Isle of Harris, Scotland. It was an informal, democratic group of men who met on a regular basis in the village street to agree on any work to be done

CONGO, Democratic Republic of the. NORTH KIVU. Democratic Republic of the Congo (2008). Kivu Conflict. Refugee camp of Mugunga I (20000 people), the oldest of the area. General view

CONGO, Democratic Republic of the. Goma. Democratic Republic of the Congo (2008). Kivu Conflict. Nyiragongo volcano, that erupted the last time on 17th January 2008 destroying the city of Goma

Lesley Abdela
LESLEY ABDELA MBE An expert advisor to governments and international organisations in the fields of gender, human rights and democratic enpowerment

ADLAI STEVENSON (1900-1965). American lawyer and political leader. Arriving in Chicago, Illinois, for the Democratic National Convention, July 1952. Photographed by Thomas J. O Halloran

The democratic microbes. Illustration shows Puck as a professor showing a slide of the germs infecting the Democratic Party; shown are William Jennings Bryan labeled Bryanism

Village witch doctor, Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Village witch doctor with his equipment, Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), Central Africa. 1922

Queen Nenzima, Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Queen Nenzima of the Mangbettus (Mangbetu) tribe, Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), Central Africa. Date: 1922

Jackson slaying the many headed monster, 1828 (colour litho)
PNP256367 Jackson slaying the many headed monster, 1828 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Jackson is to be President, and you will be Hanged (litho)
PNP256368 Jackson is to be President, and you will be Hanged (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fantastic Rope Bridge - Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Fantastic Rope Bridge (made of Liana vines) over the River Kwilu - Belgian Congo, Central Africa. Date: circa 1908

Woman with decorative scars, Belgian Congo, Central Africa
Yuli Ikelemba woman with decorative scars and spear hairpins made of beaten metal, Belgian Congo (now Democratic Republic of the Congo), Central Africa. Date: 1922

Jackie Kennedy with Prince Philip and her children Caroline and John as they leave the The Kennedy Memorial Stone after the inauguration ceremony. Runnymede, Surrey, 14th May 1965. vfr1

Fabulous traditional Houses - Upper Congo, Africa
Fabulous traditional Houses in a Village - Upper Congo, Africa. Date: circa 1903

Democratic Republic of the Congo - Kalemie
Kalemie (formerly Albertville or Albertstad) - situated on the western shore of Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Date: 1913

Africa. The Congo. View of Leopoldville, April, 1882
History of Africa. 19th century. The Congo. View of Leopoldville, April, 1882. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

Africa. The Congo. Panorama of Leopoldville and Kintamo
History of Africa. 19th century. The Congo. Panorama of Leopoldville and Kintamo. Engraving. El Congo y la Creacion del Estado Independiente de este nombre

The Peacocks Skirt
An original, vintage, poster of The Peacock Skirt, an 1893 illustration by Aubrey Beardsley, published by Big O Posters Inc, in about 1969

Car transported across the Lufira River, Lubumbashi, Congo
A car (an Austin) being transported by raft/rope ferry across the Lufira River, a tributary of the Lualaba River near Lubumbashi (Elisabethville, Elisabethstad)

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

Flight in St. Martin's Lane between the police and the contingent from Clerkenwell Green. Police meet rioters and dispersed a procession marching from Clerkenwell Green

Congo Democratic Republic Of The North Kivu Conflict
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CONGO, Democratic Republic of the. River across a deforested area

William Shirley Roy David Owen Headquarters 1981
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C. N. D. Demonstrators
C.N.D. demonstrators protest against the Gang of Four - Shirley Williams, Bill Rodgers, Roy Jenkins and David Owen - who broke away from the Labour Party to form the Social Democratic Party

Adlai Stevenson, American Democratic Party politician
Adlai Ewing Stevenson II (1900-1965), American politician, member of the Democratic Party. He ran for President in 1952 and 1956, but was defeated by Dwight D Eisenhower (Republican) both times

David Steel and David Owen, SDP colleagues
David Steel (David Martin Scott Steel, Baron Steel of Aikwood, b 1938), Liberal and Liberal Democrat MP and Liberal Party leader, Member of the Scottish Parliament and of the House of Lords

George Thomas, British Labour Party politician
Thomas George Thomas, 1st Viscount Tonypandy (1909-1997), British Labour Party politician, MP from 1945 to 1983, best known as Speaker of the House of Commons from 1976 to 1983

Pieck Wilhelm Smiling White Hair Elderly Old
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Wilhelm Pieck, German politician and communist
Friedrich Wilhelm Reinhold Pieck (1876-1960), German politician and communist, first (and only) President of the German Democratic Republic from 1949 to 1960. Date: circa 1950s

Ho Chi Minh 1969 Vietnamese Communism Communist
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Ho Chi Minh, Bill Alexander and John Collan
Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969), Vietnamese Communist revolutionary and Dictator, Prime Minister (1946-1955) and President (1945-1969) of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam)

Ho Chi Minh, communist leader of North Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh (1890-1969), Vietnamese Communist revolutionary and Dictator, Prime Minister (1946-1955) and President (1945-1969) of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam)

David Owen Anthony Llewellyn Baron 1938 British
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David Owen at a conference, wishing to speak
David Owen (David Anthony Llewellyn Owen, Baron Owen, b 1938), British politician, served as Foreign Secretary (1977-1979) for the Labour government

David Owen, Labour and SDP politician
David Owen (David Anthony Llewellyn Owen, Baron Owen, b 1938), British politician, served as Foreign Secretary (1977-1979) for the Labour government

On 13th November 1887 a demonstration organised by the Social Democratic Federation and the Irish National League in Trafalgar Square in London turned into a riot after police

George Brinton McClellan, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho)
2619151 George Brinton McClellan, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Brinton McClellan, 1826 - 1885)

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"Exploring the Democratic Tapestry: From Ancient Athens to Modern Nations" From ancient times to modern nations, the concept of democracy has evolved and shaped societies around the world. Konrad Adenauer's campaign poster reminds us of Germany's post-war democratic journey, while Rosa Luxemburg stands as a symbol of revolutionary ideals in pursuit of social justice. The iconic image of Vladimir Lenin at the Second Congress showcases the birth of Marxist Russian ideology, highlighting how different interpretations can shape democratic movements. Erich Honecker's leadership in East Germany sheds light on the complexities and challenges faced by those who strive for a socialist democratic system. In America, William Jennings Bryan's progressive ideas resonated with many during his political career, emphasizing that democracy is not confined to one nation or ideology alone. Mao Zedong greeting South Yemen leader exemplifies international solidarity among leaders striving for their own versions governance. Nature also plays its part in this narrative; the Giant Baobab Tree in Congo represents resilience and longevity - qualities essential for any successful democracy. Meanwhile, Members of St Kilda Parliament on Isle Harris remind us that even small communities have a voice worth hearing. Artistic expressions like Mono Print capture diverse perspectives within democracies - each stroke representing an individual viewpoint contributing to collective decision-making. The Aeropagus debating scene from ancient Athens serves as a reminder that democracy has deep historical roots and continues to inspire contemporary systems worldwide. Lastly, Bugandan Royalty card highlights cultural diversity within democracies; recognizing that inclusivity is crucial for fostering unity amidst differences. And finally, North Kivu in Congo demonstrates ongoing struggles towards establishing stable democratic institutions amid challenging circumstances. These snapshots from history and across continents reveal both commonalities and unique aspects within various forms of democracy. They remind us that it is an ever-evolving concept requiring constant vigilance and engagement from citizens worldwide – ensuring governments remain accountable while striving towards equality, justice, and the preservation of individual liberties.