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Eastham Collection

"Eastham: A Journey Through Time and History" Step back in time to the year 1935, when Bolton Wanderers FC football team made their mark on Eastham

Background imageEastham Collection: Bolton Wanderers FC football team 1935

Bolton Wanderers FC football team 1935. Back row: Goslin, Atkinson, Smith, Jones, Finney (Captain), Taylor. Front row: Taylor, Eastham, Milsom, Westwood, Cook. 1935

Background imageEastham Collection: Massachusetts, Cape Cod, two of the Three Sisters of Nauset lighthouses near Eastham

Massachusetts, Cape Cod, two of the Three Sisters of Nauset lighthouses near Eastham

Background imageEastham Collection: Massachusetts, Cape Cod National Seashore, Nauset Beach Lighthouse, near Eastham

Massachusetts, Cape Cod National Seashore, Nauset Beach Lighthouse, near Eastham

Background imageEastham Collection: The cold, nutrient-filled water of the Atlantic Ocean washes onto a scenic

The cold, nutrient-filled water of the Atlantic Ocean washes onto a scenic and empty beach in Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Background imageEastham Collection: Geography Beaches North America United States

Geography Beaches North America United States
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Background imageEastham Collection: Manchester Ship Canal Eastham Locks early 1900s

Manchester Ship Canal Eastham Locks early 1900s

Background imageEastham Collection: Eastham Locks, Manchester Ship Canal early 1900's

Eastham Locks, Manchester Ship Canal early 1900's

Background imageEastham Collection: Eastham Manchester Ship Canal early 1900s

Eastham Manchester Ship Canal early 1900s

Background imageEastham Collection: St Mary's Church - Eastham, Wirral, Merseyside, England

St Mary's Church - Eastham, Wirral, Merseyside, England. Date: circa 1900s

Background imageEastham Collection: HRH the Duke of Edinburgh at Liverpool, Jottings on the Mersey (engraving)

HRH the Duke of Edinburgh at Liverpool, Jottings on the Mersey (engraving)
1053148 HRH the Duke of Edinburgh at Liverpool, Jottings on the Mersey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HRH the Duke of Edinburgh at Liverpool)

Background imageEastham Collection: Construction of a canal (36-mile-long) for seagoing ships between the city of Manchester

Construction of a canal (36-mile-long) for seagoing ships between the city of Manchester and the estuary of the Mersey had proved to be an engineering undertaking of the first magnitude

Background imageEastham Collection: Manchester Ship Canal, above Eastham (b / w photo)

Manchester Ship Canal, above Eastham (b / w photo)
3631727 Manchester Ship Canal, above Eastham (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manchester Ship Canal, above Eastham)

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)

The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1596052 The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal)

Background imageEastham Collection: Notes on the Manchester Canal, I (engraving)

Notes on the Manchester Canal, I (engraving)
1041482 Notes on the Manchester Canal, I (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes on the Manchester Canal, I)

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal (litho)

The Manchester Ship Canal (litho)
1036247 The Manchester Ship Canal (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal)

Background imageEastham Collection: Progress of the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)

Progress of the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1626149 Progress of the Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Progress of the Manchester Ship Canal)

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)

The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1627660 The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal)

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal, the formal inauguration on 1 January (litho)

The Manchester Ship Canal, the formal inauguration on 1 January (litho)
1064633 The Manchester Ship Canal, the formal inauguration on 1 January (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal)

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)

The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving)
1046299 The Manchester Ship Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manchester Ship Canal, a Sketch of the Works at Eastham)

Background imageEastham Collection: MA Barnstable Eastham Vector Road Map

MA Barnstable Eastham Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

Background imageEastham Collection: Wirral CH62 0 Map

Wirral CH62 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH62 0

Background imageEastham Collection: USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Eastham, Nauset Lighthouse at dawn

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Eastham, Nauset Lighthouse at dawn

Background imageEastham Collection: USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Full moon rising at First Encounter Beach

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Full moon rising at First Encounter Beach

Background imageEastham Collection: Buoys outside Lucy Js Jewelry and Glass Studio, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Buoys outside Lucy Js Jewelry and Glass Studio, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA

Background imageEastham Collection: The tidal flats of Nauset Marsh in Eastham

The tidal flats of Nauset Marsh in Eastham

Background imageEastham Collection: Moonrise at sunset and a lone boat in Salt Pond Bay, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Moonrise at sunset and a lone boat in Salt Pond Bay, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Background imageEastham Collection: Nauset Light, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Nauset Light, Eastham, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Background imageEastham Collection: Marsh Coastal View Barrier Island Grasses Atlantic Ocean

Marsh Coastal View Barrier Island Grasses Atlantic Ocean
View of coastal marsh and barrier island from the Fort Hill historic district

Background imageEastham Collection: JGM20816WT028

JGM20816WT028
Salt marsh tidal pools at low tide

Background imageEastham Collection: The Manchester Ship Canal, England In The Late 19Th Century. The Canal At Eastham

The Manchester Ship Canal, England In The Late 19Th Century. The Canal At Eastham, Showing Mount Manisty. 1. Latchford Lock Under Construction. 2

Background imageEastham Collection: Manchester Ship Canal

Manchester Ship Canal
Sailing and steam vessels in the Canal at Eastham. Date: 1904

Background imageEastham Collection: The Village & Church, Eastham, Lancashire

The Village & Church, Eastham, Lancashire
The Village & Church, Eastham, Wirral, near Birkenhead, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Background imageEastham Collection: The Pier, Eastham, Cheshire

The Pier, Eastham, Cheshire
The Pier, Eastham, Birkenhead, near Bromborough, Cheshire, England. Date: 1900s

Background imageEastham Collection: USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Full moon rising at First Encounter Beach

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Full moon rising at First Encounter Beach

Background imageEastham Collection: Source Size = 3753 x 5017

Source Size = 3753 x 5017
H.R.H. THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH AT LIVERPOOL, JOTTINGS ON THE MERSEY 1. Banks near Eastham. 2. Eastham. 3. Birkenhead Warehouses and Water Tower (Hydraulic). 4. New Ferry. 5. New Brighton Sands, &c. 6

Background imageEastham Collection: MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL, 1887. The end of the Manchester Ship Canal at Eastham. Wood engraving

MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL, 1887. The end of the Manchester Ship Canal at Eastham. Wood engraving, English, 1887



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"Eastham: A Journey Through Time and History" Step back in time to the year 1935, when Bolton Wanderers FC football team made their mark on Eastham. The town buzzed with excitement as fans gathered to witness thrilling matches and cheer for their beloved team. But Eastham's history extends far beyond football. In the early 1900s, the Manchester Ship Canal Eastham Locks stood tall, a testament to human ingenuity and engineering marvel. These locks facilitated trade and connected Manchester to the world through seagoing ships. Strolling along the banks of the Manchester Ship Canal in Eastham during that era would have been a sight to behold. Witnessing massive vessels navigate through Eastham Locks was an awe-inspiring experience, showcasing mankind's ability to conquer nature's obstacles. Amidst this industrial landscape, St Mary's Church in Eastham stood proudly as a spiritual haven for locals. Its timeless beauty offered solace amidst bustling activities, reminding people of their faith and providing a sense of community. Even HRH the Duke of Edinburgh graced Liverpool with his presence during those times, leaving an indelible mark on Merseyside. His visit symbolized connections between royalty and everyday life along the Mersey River. The construction of a 36-mile-long canal further solidified Eastham's significance in connecting Manchester with global trade routes. This monumental project showcased human determination and ambition while revolutionizing transportation methods for seagoing ships. Black-and-white photographs capture moments frozen in time above Eastham on the Manchester Ship Canal—an enduring reminder of how this waterway shaped local lives and industries alike. Engravings depicting scenes from The Manchester Ship Canal offer glimpses into its grandeur—a testament to human achievement etched forever into history books. Notes on The Manchester Canal provide valuable insights into its development—chronicling stories of triumph over challenges faced during its creation—inspiring generations yet to come.