Died Collection (page 7)

Lenin's mausoleum, Construction, Red Square
The Russian Communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin died of a stroke on the 21st of January 1924. Due to the exceptional public support he received whilst alive it was deemed fitting to honour him in

Steve Biko, anti-apartheid activist in South Africa
Steve Biko (Stephen Biko, 1946-1977), anti-apartheid activist in South Africa during the 1960s and 1970s. He founded the Black Consciousness Movement, and died in police custody. Date: circa 1960s

Brendan Behan, Irish writer and republican
Brendan Behan (Brendan Francis Behan, 1923-1964), Irish poet, short story writer, novelist and playwright who wrote in both Irish and English. He was also an Irish republican and IRA volunteer

Yuri Gagarin and Harold Macmillan, London
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin (1934-1968), the Russian cosmonaut and Hero of the Soviet Union who made history on 12 April 1961 by becoming the first human in outer space

Yuri Gagarin Alekseyevich 1934 1968 Russia Russian
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Yuri Gagarin, Soviet Russian cosmonaut
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin (1934-1968), the Russian cosmonaut and Hero of the Soviet Union who made history on 12 April 1961 by becoming the first human in outer space

The Death of the Venerable Bede
In 733, Bede travelled to York, to visit Ecgbert, who was then bishop of York. The see of York was elevated to an archbishopric in 735

Princess Louise, Duchess of Fife and her daughters
Louise, Princess Royal of Great Britain, Duchess of Fife (1867-1931), third child and eldest daughter of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, pictured with her two daughters, Alexandra

Prince Henry and Waldemar of Prussia
Prince Waldemar of Prussia (1889-1945) with his father, Prince Heinrich (Henry) of Prussia (1862-1929) at Balmoral in the 1890s. Waldemar was the eldest son of Henry and Princess Irene of Hesse

Board Hms Victory Anniversary Nelson Death Iln
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Admiral Graf Von Spee 1914
Admiral Graf Von Spee (1861 1914), naval officer of the German Kaiserliche Marine, Died on the 8 December 1914, on SMS Scharnhorst, South Atlantic, off the Falkland Islands. Date: 1914

Sir William Gull (1816 - 1890), studied medicine at St Guy's in London. In 1872 Gull was made a Baronet and became physician to Queen Victoria, treating the Prince of Wales for typhoid

The Sad News 1910
Clergyman announcing to the crowds outside Buckingham Palace the news that Edward VII had died shortly before midnight on May 6th, 1910

Queen Victoria Lying-in-State 1901
Queen Victoria's coffin draped with state robes, guarded by Ist Grenadier Guards, at Osborne House for ten days. Date: January 1901

TOMB CLAUDINE POTOCKA
The moonlit tomb of Claudine Potocka, Polish patriot who died young in exile at Geneva. Date: 1836

PIP'S SIBLINGS GRAVES
In the graveyard of the Church of St. James, Cooling, Kent, England, are the remarkable graves of 13 children who died in infancy, siblings of Dickens Pip'. Date: 19th century

Hall Memory Death War Memorials Built 1920s Memorial
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TOMB OF RICHARD PENDRILL
Memorial tomb to Richard Pendrill, who assisted the defeated King Charles II to escape after the Battle of Worcester (1651), St. Giles Churchyard, London. Date: died 1671

SIR PETER TEMPLE (1600 - 1663), signatory to the death-warrant of Charles I : died in prison

GREYFRIARS BOBBY
A memorial fountain and statue of this famously faithful dog was erected in the Edinburgh graveyard by Baroness Burdett- Coutts, noted philanthropist, shortly after his death. Date: Bobby died 1872

SIR EDMUND FORTESCUE Royalist military commander, died in exile in Holland after the death of Charles I. Date: 1610 - 1647

Saint Euphemia Died Circa 307 Martyr Chalcedon
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GEORGE MONCK BERKELEY poet, descendant of Berkeley the philosopher ; died aged 29 -'Mr Berkeley's death was an unspeakable grief to his Parents, as you can imagine. Date: 1763 - 1793

Poor Dickie! A little girl with a dead bird
Poor Dickie! A little girl in a red coat and hat feels sorry for a bird which has died in the snow. Date: 1900

DEAD FIANCE DANCES
The spirit of an engaged girl who died before marriage dances at night until her fiance dies

GRAVE OF JEROME K JEROME
The grave of Jerome K. Jerome: author of Three Men in a Boat & other novels, in the church yard at Ewelme, Oxon. He died on June 14th 1927, aged 68 Date: 1988

WWI/FRENCH LIST OF DEAD
At the end of the war, a schoolmaster reads out a list of those local citizens who have died in the conflict. Date: 1918

PHOTO OF DEAD 3 YR OLD
Isa Jane Cumming, born on 15th July 1866 and who died on 1st July 1869, was photographed by her grieving parents in order that they might remember how she looked. Date: 1869

Duke of Clarence
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE (1864 - 1892), Elder son of Edward VII, died of pneumonia aged 28; drawn at Sandringham 24 hours after his premature death

CLEMENS VI DIES/AVIGNON
POPE CLEMENS VI (Pierre Roger) resided at Avignon, where he died 1352 Date: 12th century

ELIZABETH TOLD MARY DEAD
Queen Elizabeth receiving the news of the death of her sister, Queen Mary, who died on 17 November. Date: 1558

DAWBENEY TOMB
The tomb of Sir Giles Dawbeney and Lady Elizabeth Dawbeney : he was Lord Lieutenant of Calais. They died in the early 16th century Date: circa 1780

SINGER GOES OUT SINGING
The last great, true note died away - a singer goes out singing (fiction, alas !) Date: 1895

ROBERT NIXON, PROPHET
k.a.'The Cheshire Prophet, from Over Delamere, his successful prophecies include that he will starve to death, which happens by accident ; some say he died 1467 Date: died circa 1620

ROMAN MOURNING
A superbly expressive scene of Romans mourning a young woman who has just died : note the torn clothing of the lady on the left and the variety of attitudes of the mourners

TOMB/FERNANDO & ISABELA
The tombs of Fernando V of Spain (died 1516) and his wife Isabela (died 1504) Date: 1516/1504

POPE CLEMENS VI DIES
POPE CLEMENS VI (Pierre Roger) resided at Avignon, where he died 1352 Date: reigned 1342 - 1352

FOLKLORE/WILI
Wilis are the spirits of unfortunate girls : this one, who died before her marriage, is seen dancing every night until her fiance dies and joins her

Francisco Javier, miracle at Travancore, India
Francisco Javier (or Xavier) (1506-1552), Spanish Jesuit missionary in Asia. Seen here as a missionary at Travancore, India -- to convince people of God's power

Artist painting portrait of his wife
THE OVAL PORTRAIT The artist finishes the painting of his wife, only to discover that she has died. Date: First published: 1850

Coal mining accident: Courrieres Mines, Pas de Calais, France. From Le Petit Journal Paris March 1906
541357 Coal mining accident: Courrieres Mines, Pas de Calais, France. From Le Petit Journal Paris March 1906. by French School

King Edward VII of England, who died on 6 May in London (print)
2815333 King Edward VII of England, who died on 6 May in London (print) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward VII of England, who died on 6 May in London)

The death of Leo Tolstoi in the small railway station of Astapowo (Riasan gov)
2815390 The death of Leo Tolstoi in the small railway station of Astapowo (Riasan gov) at dawn on the 20th century (colour litho) by Beltrame

On a sunny morning, the rough box with the glorious remains of Andree and Strindberg... (colour litho)
2777981 On a sunny morning, the rough box with the glorious remains of Andree and Strindberg... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: On a sunny morning)

A new form of collective protest (colour litho)
2808950 A new form of collective protest (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new form of collective protest)

Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho)
2778204 Some border soldiers, a gap opened in the avalanche that blocked the access to a tunnel (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some border soldiers)

The tragic end of a small crew spent twenty hours at the mercy of the waves in a lifeboat (Colour Litho)
2815115 The tragic end of a small crew spent twenty hours at the mercy of the waves in a lifeboat (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

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"Died: A Tribute to Lives Lost in Extraordinary Moments" In 1845, the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror embarked on a treacherous journey, forever etching their names into history. Little did they know that their fateful expedition would end in tragedy. Edmund Hillary and Tensing conquered the mighty Everest, defying all odds. But amidst their triumph, lies the memory of those who perished along the way. Captain Francis Crozier of HMS Terror led his crew fearlessly through icy waters. Yet, fate had other plans for them as they succumbed to the unforgiving Arctic cold. The 1967 Monaco Grand Prix witnessed Lorenzo Bandini's momentary glory before tragedy struck. His fatal crash serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in chasing dreams at high speeds. Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse earned himself a place among heroes with his courageous acts during World War I. However, he paid the ultimate price for his valor. Pheidippides' legendary run from Marathon to Athens ended tragically when he collapsed after delivering his message of victory. His sacrifice lives on as an inspiration for endurance and determination. The ill-fated Everest 1924 Group set out with aspirations reaching new heights but were met with an untimely demise amid harsh mountain conditions. The Enterprise and Investigator found themselves trapped within icy confines off Barrow Strait—a haunting reminder of nature's power over man-made vessels. Emily Davison fought relentlessly for women's suffrage until her final act at Epsom Derby cost her life—an indelible symbol of dedication to a cause greater than oneself. A gravestone stands solemnly in Winchester Cathedral's graveyard—its inscription telling tales of lives once lived and now lost; a poignant reminder that death is an inevitable part of our human journey. Saartje Baartman endured exploitation and objectification throughout her life as The Hottentot Venus—a tragic reminder of the injustices faced by marginalized communities.