Morton Peto Collection

The new High-Level Station at the Crystal Palace, 1865. Creator: T Sulman
The new High-Level Station at the Crystal Palace, 1865. 'The South London and Crystal Palace Railway...has now been open several weeks...the superior convenience of the new station is already

Turning the first turf of the Buenos Ayres Great Southern Railway, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Turning the first turf of the Buenos Ayres Great Southern Railway, 1864. The line '...will go from the capital city to Chascomus

The Prince of Wales laying the last stone of the Victoria Bridge over the St. Lawrence... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales laying the last stone of the Victoria Bridge over the St. Lawrence - from a sketch by our special artist in Canada, G. H

Victoria Docks - general view, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Victoria Docks - general view, 1856. The whole of the south side of the Dock, comprising nearly a mile of water frontage, will be devoted to the accommodation of timber

Railway Station, Flensburg, 1854. Creator: T. H. W
Railway Station, Flensburg, 1854. Opening of the British-built Royal Danish Railway by Frederick VII, King of Denmark. Present at the opening were Samuel Morton Peto, a partner of the firm of Peto

The King of Denmark visiting Mr. Peto on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Creator: Unknown
The King of Denmark visiting Mr. Peto on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Opening of the British-built Royal Danish Railway by Frederick VII, King of Denmark

Collation, at the Opening of the Norwegian Trunk Railway, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Collation, at the Opening of the Norwegian Trunk Railway, 1854. Celebration at Eidsvoll of a new railway line designed by British civil engineer Robert Stephenson

The King of Denmark dining on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Creator: T. H. Wilson
The King of Denmark dining on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Opening of the British-built Royal Danish Railway by Frederick VII, King of Denmark

Mr Peto, MP for Norwich; Seconder of the House of Commons, Address to the Throne (engraving)
1625389 Mr Peto, MP for Norwich; Seconder of the House of Commons, Address to the Throne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Peto)

Painted Window presented to the King of Denmark, by Mr Peto, MP (engraving)
1607877 Painted Window presented to the King of Denmark, by Mr Peto, MP (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Painted Window presented to the King of Denmark)

Royal Visit to Germany (engraving)
1607854 Royal Visit to Germany (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Visit to Germany. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 November 1854)

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The enigmatic Morton Peto: A Life of Mystery and Intrigue. Born in the late 19th century, Peto's early life remains shrouded in mystery. Some claim he was a spy for British Intelligence during World War I, while others believe him to be a charismatic con artist who charmed his way into high society circles. Whatever the truth may be, one thing is certain - Morton Peto left an indelible mark on those around him. His larger-than-life persona and captivating charm have captivated historians and enthusiasts alike for generations. From whispers of secret societies to tales of daring escapades, the legend continues to fascinate us with its air of mystery and intrigue.