Norman Collection (page 4)

Royal Wedding 1947 - bride and bridesmaid dresses
A fairytale wedding gown by Norman Hartnell for Princess Elizabeth, in itself a tribute to British skill in design and workmanship

Durham Castle from Wear
Durham Castle (now part of Durham Univerity) with the fantastic Norman Cathedral in the background. Framwellgate Bridge is in the foreground Date: 1950s

World Fair - General Motors - Futurama - Bel Geddes
Norman Bel Geddes designed the General Motors Pavilion, known as Futurama, for the 1939 New York Worlds Fair. Date: circa 1939

Countess of Leicester in her Coronation outfit
The Countess of Leicester, previously Lady Elizabeth Yorke (1912 - 1985), who acted as Lady of the Bedchamber to Queen Elizabeth II at her Coronation

Survivors of the Empress of Ireland. 1. Mr Edward Bamford, junior wireless operator on the Empress of Ireland. 2. The Rev J. Wallet, of the United Methodist Church, Westcliff-On-Sea. 3

England / Farnham
A very quiet day in Farnham, Surrey, showing Farnham Castle, a Norman castle overlooking the town from a hill, the home of the Bishops of Winchester for 700 years

Cliffords Tower J920591
CLIFFORDs TOWER, YORK CASTLE, North Yorkshire. A reconstruction drawing of the motte, bailey & early timber buildings; late 11th century built on the orders of William I

Battle of Hastings 1066
BATTLE OF HASTINGS The Norman horseman prove too much for the English foot soldiers

Gothic Architecture (engraving)
3650034 Gothic Architecture (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gothic Architecture)

Italy, Sicily, Messina Province, Caronia. The medieval hilltop town Caronia, built around a Norman castle

View of Richmond, Yorkshire, England, 1788. Creator: George Cuit
View of Richmond, Yorkshire, England, 1788

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England, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Portchester Castle showing the Norman 12th Century Tower and 14th Century Keep within the Roman 3rd Century Saxon Shore Fort

Durham Castle And Cathedral In Evening; Durham, England

Death of William Rufus
WIlliam II, King of England, lies dying in the New Forest, having been struck by a stray arrow fired by Walter Tyrell, Lord of Poix while out hunting Date: August 1100

Mermaid Inn, Rye
The Mermaid Inn, Rye, East Sussex. One of Englands oldest inns, with norman cellars dating from 1156

Rochester Castle J860149
ROCHESTER CASTLE, Kent. View of the keep from castle grounds

Dover Castle Great Tower N090150
DOVER CASTLE, Kent. Exterior view of the Keep, from the North East

Tewkesbury N080721
TEWKESBURY ABBEY, Gloucestershire. View towards Tewkesbury town and abbey tower from the urban common

Prudhoe Castle J920472
PRUDHOE CASTLE, Northumberland. View of the Gatehouse through the trees

Scarborough Castle J940083
SCARBOROUGH CASTLE, North Yorkshire. Henry IIs 12th century keep

The noble building of Waltham Abbey, Essex, England, with its Norman Gateway, as seen from the pathway by the Cornmill stream. Date: 11th century

Framlingham Castle, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Framlingham Castle, 1845. Norman castle in Suffolk. This picturesque ruin of a fortress of the Middle Ages, stands on the north side of the town of Framlingham, 18 miles north-east of Ipswich

Europe, Italy, Sicily, Caccamo, Norman Castle

England. Newarks ancient castle was mostly destroyed during the civil war

Shrewsbury Castle, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1894. Creator: Unknown
Shrewsbury Castle, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1894. View of the castle with the Clement memorial obelisk, erected in 1873, to the memory of surgeon and politician William James Clement

St Albans, c1910. The Abbey. Founded in honour of Englands Proto-martyr, A.D. 796. Straw plaiting. Boots. Shoes. Population, 18, 130. Card from The Counties of England - A Geographical Game

Cathedral of Palermo at sunrise Europe, Italy, Sicily region, Palermo district

Body of Harold II is found
BATTLE OF HASTINGS The discovery of Harolds body after the battle; it is taken to Waltham by the monks of the abbey Date: 14 October 1066

Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Norman Nissen, Nissen hut inventor
Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Norman Nissen(1873-1930), mining engineer, and inventor of the Nissen hut, and the Nissen stamp for crushing gold ores

String quartet, 1872
Mr.L.Ries, Madame Norman-Neruda, Herr Straus and Signore Piatti performing at one of the Monday popular concerts at St Jamess Hall. Date: 1872

Bamburgh Castle under a blue summer sky, Bamburgh, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

English King Harold lies dead at the Battle of Hastings during the Norman Invasion of 1066. Depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry

Southampton Bargate
The Bargate, one of the medieval bars (gateways) of the city of Southampton, Hampshire, England. The central archway built c. 1180 - 1200, other two 1764 - 1774 Date: 12th & 18th century

North Elmham Church
St. Marys Church, North Elmham, Norfolk, England. Bishop Herbert de Losinga built the first 11th century church here; the present one is 13th century. Date: 13th century

Mr and Mrs Norman Parkinson Smith
Norman Parkinson (1913 - 1990), British portrait and fashion photographer pictured with his first wife Peggy Mitchell Banks shortly after their marriage in 1935

Tutbury Castle
Queen Marys Tower, Tutbury Castle, Staffordshire, where Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1569. Built by Henry de Ferrers (1070s), later owned by Wulfric Spot

A Playful Goat, Worcestershire. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

A white tulip amongst black tulips
A lone white tulip grows up amongst a mass of darker blooms. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Salcombe, Devon
Drinking in a pub garden, or the exterior seating area for a Hotel Bar at Salcombe, Devon. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Abandoned rural branch line signal box, Worcestershire, England. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Myth / Lady Godiva
Lady Godiva rides through Coventry, keeping her promise to Leofric the Earl of Mercia. The Earl had agreed to lift exactions on his tenants, in return for her breezy ride

Guiscard Defeats Arabs
The Saracens and Greeks are defeated by a Norman prince, Robert Guiscard, who rides triumphally into Palermo and takes the title of Count of Sicily

Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais (b / w photo)
3094033 Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Wilgefortis, Church of St Etienne, Beauvais)

Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
View of Dorchester Abbey, Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, dating back to the 12th century

Hedingham Castle and St Botolphs Priory
The keep of the Norman castle at Hedingham, Essex 252, and the church at St. Botolphs Priory, in Colchester, Essex 253. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalarts Historical Picture

Chepstow Castle, on the Wye, 1854 (oil on canvas)
NUL396492 Chepstow Castle, on the Wye, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Cropsey, Jasper Francis (1823-1900); 48x71 cm; Private Collection; American, out of copyright

King Richard the Lionhearted
LLM455381 King Richard the Lionhearted by Kretschmer, Albert (1825-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard the Lionhearted)

The four Norman kings of England; King William I, King William II, King Henry I, King Stephen (chromolitho)
958052 The four Norman kings of England; King William I, King William II, King Henry I, King Stephen (chromolitho) by English School

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In the midst of the electrifying atmosphere at the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, a powerful moment unfolded that would forever be etched in history. American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a bold statement by raising their fists in the iconic Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies. However, it was Australian athlete Peter Norman who silently stood beside them, wearing an OPHR badge as a symbol of solidarity. Norman's presence in this pivotal moment showcased his unwavering support for equality and justice. Just like an exploding star illuminating the night sky, his actions shone brightly amidst adversity. This act of unity transcended borders and reminded us all that humanity knows no boundaries. Delving into history, we find another connection to Norman - the Bayeux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest. This historical event marked a turning point for England, much like how Norman's stance challenged societal norms on that fateful day at the Olympics. As we explore further, Durham Cathedral comes into view - a testament to enduring strength and resilience. Similarly, Norman displayed immense courage when he chose to align himself with Smith and Carlos' cause despite knowing it could have severe repercussions. Looking back even further to 1066, we see England depicted on a map before William Duke of Normandy embarked on his conquest. The Battle of Hastings ensued shortly after – yet another instance where "Norman" played a significant role in shaping history. Switching gears from sports to soccer brings us to England's victorious World Cup win in 1966 – an occasion celebrated nationwide. In this context too, one cannot help but draw parallels between moments of triumph such as these and Norman's brave stand against racial inequality. Venturing northwards towards Bamburgh Castle reveals both strength and serenity coexisting harmoniously – just like Peter Norman did when faced with adversity while upholding his beliefs. Finally arriving at Cardiff Castle showcases its Norman Keep, standing tall amidst a sea of daffodils.