Great Power Collection

TURKEY: TURKEY LIMITED. An 1896 cartoon by Sir John Tenniel on a report that the Great Powers were considering a Turkish loan to be applied under European control

A Steam Engines on Cornwalls Premier Steam Railway
An old Express Steam Engine 30120 on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway at Bodmin Parkway station in Cornwall England, Its a LSWR Class T9 Greyhound 4-4-0, built in1899 and was used on the Plymouth Line

Steam Power
An old Express Steam Engine 30120 on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway at Bodmin Parkway station in Cornwall England, Its a LSWR Class T9 Greyhound 4-4-0, built in1899 and was used on the Plymouth Line

Steam Power on Cornwalls Premier Steam Railway
An old Express Steam Engine 30120 on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway at Bodmin Parkway station in Cornwall England, Its a LSWR Class T9 Greyhound 4-4-0, built in1899 and was used on the Plymouth Line

Steam Power
An old Express Steam Engine 30120 on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway at Bodmin Parkway station in Cornwall England, Its a LSWR Class T9 Greyhound 4-4-0, built in1899 and was used on the Plymouth Line

The Frog and the Ox, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 30th December 1893
XIR217565 The Frog and the Ox, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 30th December 1893 (coloured engraving) by French School

TURKEY: ARMISTICE CARTOON. A pill in time! An 1876 cartoon by John Tenniel on the demand by the Great Powers that Turkey agree to an armistice with Serbia

HERZEGOVINA CARTOON, 1875. Disinterested advisers. Bruin - You must feel, dear Turkey
HERZEGOVINA CARTOON, 1875. Disinterested advisers. Bruin - " You must feel, dear Turkey, our only object is your good

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"Unleashing the Great Power: From Steam Engines to International Affairs" Step back in time to witness the might of steam power on Cornwall's premier steam railway. The hissing and chugging of the engines symbolize an era when innovation and progress knew no bounds. But great power extends beyond locomotives. In 1896, Sir John Tenniel's cartoon depicted Turkey Limited, a nation grappling with its own influence. European apathy towards Turkish atrocities during the Balkan Insurgency of 1876 highlighted the complex dynamics of global politics. Yet, amidst turmoil, there is always hope for change. Tenniel's 1876 cartoon showcased an armistice pill - a metaphorical remedy for peace in troubled times. It reminds us that even they can choose compassion over conflict. Meanwhile, another illustration from Le Petit Journal in 1893 tells the tale of "The Frog and the Ox. " This fable teaches us that true greatness lies not in physical size but in inner strength and self-belief. As we reflect on these historical snapshots, we are reminded that great power comes not only from external forces but also from within ourselves. Like steam power propelling trains forward or nations shaping their destinies, it is our resilience and determination that fuel our journey towards greatness. So let us embrace this notion as we navigate through life's challenges – whether it be conquering mountains or overcoming adversity on a grand scale. With each step forward, may we harness our own unique strengths to become agents of positive change in this world filled with limitless possibilities.