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Fairtrade bananas from Dominica on sale at Tesco, UK Date:

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Tiger Shark - being photographed by divers (Galeocerdo cuvier) Date:

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Dog and Domestic Pig Date:

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Cuban Woman Date:

Containers for transporting & storing plants & seeds. Illustration from John Ellis, Directions for bringing over seeds and plants from the East Indies to which is added

Fokker FXVIII PH-AIS Snip of KLM
Fokker FXVIII, PH-AIS, Snip, of KLM. This aircraft made the first Dutch transatlantic flight, flying from Amsterdam to Curac

St Francis Xavier (1506-1552) Spanish Jesuit missionary, founded Jesuit order with Ignatius Loyola. Apostle to the Indies. Sent by John III of Portugal as missionary to Portugese territories

Wealth of the Indies. 17th century design for Gobelin tapestry showing rich flora and fauna and products of West Indies and Central and South America. Chromolithograph

Richard Kempenfelt (1718-1782) English naval officer of Swedish descent. Rear admiral 1780. Command of HM ships in East Indies in Seven Years War (1756-1763)

Title page of Samuel Sturmy Mariners Magazine, London, 1669. Sturmy (1633-69) was a sea captain and sailed to the West Indies and Virginia

from Atlas maior. Amsterdam, Johannes Blaeu, 1662 Atlas. A detail from a map of the East Indies showing, outlined in pink, the first European discoveries along the Cape York Peninsula

Ten battle scenes from the American revolutionary war, from the battle of Trenton to the victory of Comte de Grimouard in the West Indies in November 1782

Allspice: Pimenta diocia also naked P officinalis, Native to West Indies and Central America. 1823. Berries of tree provide an aromatic spice. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

Charles Plumier (1646-1704) French friar, botanist and botanical explorer, was born at Marseilles. Appointed royal botanist by Louis XIV in 1693

Horoscope drawn up by E Sibly in 1779 at request of some naval gentlemen to predict that the British West Indies Fleet under Admiral Rodney would be victorious

4th Anglo-Dutch War: Attack on Saint Eustatius by the British fleet, 3 February 1781. Dutch Commander de Graaff surrendered to Admiral Rodney

The house at Coton Hill near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England, in which Admiral Benbow was born. John Benbow (1653-1702) English naval commander, Vice-Admiral 1701

John Coakley Lettsom (1744-1815) English Quaker born in the West Indies who became and eminent London physician. Engraving from the European Magazine (London, 1767)

Thomas Troubridge (c1758-1807) English naval officer who rose to the rank of Rear-Admiral. Entered the Royal Navy in 1773, served in the East Indies, at the Battle of Cape St Vincent

John Benbow (1653-1702) English naval commander born in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Vice-Admiral 1701. In the West Indies, off Santa Marta

Drawing labelled Land crab

Coastal scenery
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Tropical garden
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Drawing labelled Coral

Drawing labelled Sponge and coral
Drawing by Thomas Malie. Thomas Malie, a surgeon to the Kings Dragoon Guards, sailed to the West Indies during the course of his military service and made detailed drawings of local flora and fauna

Rana maxima, bull frog
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Testudo marina, loggerhead turtle
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby

Coastline
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Drawing labelled Sponge
Drawing by Thomas Malie. Thomas Malie, a surgeon to the Kings Dragoon Guards, sailed to the West Indies during the course of his military service and made detailed drawings of local flora and fauna

Front garden and roadside
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Colonial America (16th c. ). Religion (1585)
Colonial America (16th c.). Religion (1585). Jesuit evangelizing Indians in North America

Ecuador. Indigenous painting. Corn harvest
" Ecuador. Indigenous painting. " Corn harvest". ECUADOR. Quito. Library of the Museum Jacinto Jij󮠹 Caama񯠯 f Archaeology and Colonial Art."

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Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Nose pendant. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

Sican or Lambayeque Culture (700-1300). Representation. PERU. Ferre񡦥. Sicᮠ National Museum

Weaver. Illustration from Voyage aux Indes orientales
" Weaver. Illustration from " Voyage aux Indes orientales et ࠬ a Chine, fait depuis 1774 jusqu ࠱ 781" (Trip to the oriental Indies and to China)

Provision appoining Columbus
Provision of the Catholic Monarchs (28th May 1496) appointing Christopher Colombus as Admiral, Viceroy and Governor of the Indies. Date: 1496

BRY, Theodor de (1528-1598). Columbus Landing in the Indies. 1594. Columbus meets Indians in the Guanahani Island (now San Salvador) or Hispaniola

FERNANDEZ DE OVIEDO Y VALDES, Gonzalo (1478-1557)
" FERNANDEZ DE OVIEDO Y VALDES, Gonzalo (1478-1557). Soldier, administrator and chronicler of the Indies. " Cr󮩣 a de las Indias" (Chronicle of the Indies)

Cuban Rebels
A group of Cuban insurrectionaries, who aim to free themselves of Spanish domination Date: 1873

Cuban rebels fight the Spanish in Rio Hondo
Two hundred Cuban rebels fight a force of Spanish troops in the bed of the Rio Hondo Date: 1870

Sunny skies as see through the fronds of a palm tree on Isla Verde beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Barbados flag

Immediate emancipation in the West Indies, Aug. 1st, 1838. West Indians rejoicing after being emancipated. Date between 1838 and 1862

Aerial view of Roseau, Dominica, West Indies
Aerial view of Roseau, capital city of the island of Dominica, West Indies. 1949

Scouts sitting by the sea, Grenada, West Indies
Two scouts sitting by the sea in Grenada, West Indies. 1949

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"Exploring the Indies: A Journey through Maps, Posters, and History" Embark on a captivating voyage as we delve into the enchanting world of the Indies. From the vibrant shores of Jamaica to the picturesque landscapes of the Caribbean islands, this collection unveils a tapestry of rich cultural heritage and untold stories. Maps guide us through uncharted territories, revealing hidden gems and exotic destinations. Discover Jamaica's allure as you trace its contours on an ancient map, envisioning palm-fringed beaches and cascading waterfalls that beckon adventurous souls. Step back in time with a vintage poster advertising Royal Mail Lines to the West Indies. Let your imagination set sail aboard majestic ships bound for paradise, where azure waters meet golden sands under endless blue skies. The Caribbean comes alive in vivid colors on another poster showcasing White Star's journey to these tropical havens. Feel the warmth of sun-kissed breezes as you immerse yourself in island life - from Trinidad's carnival extravaganza to Kingston's bustling Jubilee Market. History unfolds before our eyes with depictions of naval battles fought bravely in 1782. Witness Monsieur de St. George's valiant spirit captured by William Ward’s skilled hand; his legacy forever etched in time. Marvel at Martinique’s beauty through an exquisite map dating back to 1783 – an artistic masterpiece that transports us to lush rainforests and sugar plantations amidst colonial splendor. The MV Empire Windrush symbolizes hope and resilience as it carries dreams across oceans. Its arrival marks a turning point, igniting waves of cultural exchange between Britain and its beloved West Indies. Barrels brimming with molasses evoke memories of trade routes connecting London’s West India Docks with distant lands – sweet nectar bridging continents while intertwining cultures throughout history. Indies - not just a company but a testament to human connections forged over centuries; their impact reverberating through art, trade, and the shared experiences of diverse communities.