Reasons Collection

Bristol Brabazon
Designed to fly non-stop London-NY, the Bristol 167 is the largest civil aircraft in the air - wingspan 70m, length 54m. It fails for economic not technical reasons

Winslow / Massasoit Meet
Mr Edward Winslow visits Massasoit, chief of the Pokanokets, to explain their reasons for settling upon his lands

England / London / Tower
Visitors are shown some of the principal sights, including the lion in the menagerie which, after a regrettable episode, was transferred elsewhere for security reasons

HMS Argus 149
Royal Navy - HMS Argus 149, an aircraft carrier, seen in March 1939. Argus served from 1918 to 1944. After commissioning, the ship was involved for several years in the development of the optimum

A parish concern or prominent reasons for matrimony (coloured engraving)
584082 A parish concern or prominent reasons for matrimony (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Girl considering the relative attractions of her lovers (colour litho)
3093555 Girl considering the relative attractions of her lovers (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Andrew Bonar Law, Prime Minister - Resigns due to ill-health
Andrew Bonar Law (1858 - 1923), British Conservative politician who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1922 to 1923. Resigns due to ill-health in May, 1923. Date: 1923

The Balkan Question, A Tangled Skein (litho)
3642289 The Balkan Question, A Tangled Skein (litho) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balkan Question, A Tangled Skein)

Letter giving Rousseaus reasons for not writing further in support of French
KDC441043 Letter giving Rousseaus reasons for not writing further in support of French Protestants, written at Motiers, 15 July, 1764 (pen & ink on paper) by Rousseau

Eight reasons for not going to fairs, races and plays (engraving)
608751 Eight reasons for not going to fairs, races and plays (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eight reasons for not going to fairs)

I d like to go over her private property (colour litho)
3093333 I d like to go over her private property (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I d like to go over her private property)

The relic hunter, Egypt (engraving)
3643582 The relic hunter, Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The relic hunter, Egypt)

TIBERUS
The best-known of the Roman river-gods, for obvious reasons; depicted with Romulus, Remus and the she-wolf who raised them

Telegram sent by Kaiser Wilhelm II to President Wilson
Telegram sent by Kaiser Wilhelm II to US President Woodrow Wilson on 10th August 1914. Date: 1914

Interior pharmacy different figures prepare medicines Title page
Interior of a pharmacy where different figures prepare medicines Title page for: J. Le Mort, Pharmacia. Improved by reasons and experiences, 1696, pharmacy, pharmaceutics, Jan Luyken, Amsterdam

Cartoon, Promis d Horrors of the French Invasion, or, Forcible Reasons for negotiating a Regicide Peace, Vide, The Authority of Edmund Burke, by James Gillray

Ladies Sunbathing 1905
German ladies sunbathing for reasons of health : the Germans are pioneers in appreciating the health benefits of fresh air and sunlight

Chauve Souris Theatre, Bat Theatre Moscow
Reverse of the flyer for Chauve Souris Theatre at the Kings Theatre in Hammersmith commencing on 28th November 1938. It lists seven reasons why it is the worlds most unusual entertainment including

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: cartoon forced marriage pregnant b
Colour plate: A paris concern or prominent reasons for matrimony shows onlookers mocking couple in street scene from from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827

Burg Eltz, Austria
An Austrian castle - Burg Eltz near Munstermaifeld im Elsass, commenced in the 12th century, enlarged in the 16th. For defensive reasons, the apart- -ments are huddled together

Ps Dupont De Nemours
Pierre Samuel DUPONT DE NEMOURS French economist, who for political reasons emigrated to the United States where he became an influential figure Date: 1739 - 1817

Suffragette Protests at Liberal Meetings. Handbill/leaflet issued by the National Womens Social & Political Union, giving reasons why they will continue to protest at Liberal meetings

Mary, Jesus, by Luke
This painting of Mary and her child has been attributed to Luke the evangelist, though for various reasons the attribution is not very probable. Date: 1ST CENTURY

Kopster, Cornelis Dusart, 1695

Satire on hygiene, Crispijn van de Passe (I), 1574 - 1637

World War I 1914-1918: Canadian poster giving 4 Reasons for buying Victory Bonds. The reasons are, left to right, Kaiser Wilhelm II, Field Marshal Hindenburg

4 reasons for buying Victory Bonds

Portslade Industrial School - Band on Parade

Train Derailed
Train derailed by the Bolsheviks at the Tomsk station, no doubt for good reasons

Spanish at Amiens
The Spanish make a surprise attack on Amiens. For complicated reasons Spain is at war with France

Conscientious objectors parade for a photograph
Many men refused to bear arms, for a variety of reasons. These men are Quakers and opposed to fighting on religious grounds

Melancholy France
Surrounded with troubles on all sides, France has ample reasons to give way to melancholia

Fairy Tale / The Turnip
A man riding on a horse waves to another man who for reasons best known to himself is suspended in a sack from a tree with his head sticking out

Lesseps and Engineers
Ferdinand de Lesseps with his team of engineers during the early days of the French project, which collapses for financial and other reasons

Jacob & Angel Wrestle
Jacob, for reasons not very clearly explained, wrestles with an angel

Cadillac LA Salle 1935
Performance - Prestige - Price - your three reasons for buying a La Salle convertible from Cadillac

Lady Sarah Napier
LADY SARAH NAPIER (nee Lennox) wife (1) of sir Charles Bunbury, (2) of sir George Napier, depicted dressed as a clergyman for reasons one can only wonder about

Mistress & Maid 1919
Yet more sneering middle class humour at a maids expense. A haughty mistress pries into her maids life wanting to know her reasons for wanting an evening off. Typical!

Napoleon & Josephine
Napoleon tells Josephine he is going to divorce her for dynastic reasons : he wants a son, so its a case of Not tonight, Josephine, nor any other night ! She faints

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"Exploring the Fascinating Reasons Behind Historical Landmarks and Events" Unveiling the Bristol Brabazon: Discovering the story behind this iconic aircraft that shaped aviation history. Shedding Light on Liberton Industrial School, Edinburgh: Exploring its crucial role in providing education and support to underprivileged children. Portslade Industrial School - A Haven for Hope: Delving into the transformative impact of this institution on young lives. Sweating it Out at Portslade Industrial School - Gym: Uncovering how physical activity played a vital role in shaping character and discipline. Dreams Amidst Dormitory Walls: Peeking into the lives of students at Portslade Industrial School's dormitories, where dreams were nurtured. Winslow / Massasoit Meet – A Historic Encounter: Reliving the momentous meeting between two cultures that forever changed American history. England / London / Tower – Where Legends Reside: Unraveling centuries of stories within these ancient walls, witnessing power and intrigue unfold. HMS Argus 149 – The Floating Fortress: Embarking on a journey aboard this legendary warship that defended nations during times of conflict. Telegram sent by Kaiser Wilhelm II to President Wilson – Decoding Diplomatic Secrets: Analyzing a pivotal message that influenced world events during World War I. Promis d Horrors of the French Invasion – Satirical Insights through Cartoons: Examining political cartoons as windows into historical perspectives and public sentiment. A Parish Concern or Prominent Reasons for Matrimony (Coloured Engraving) - Reflecting on societal norms surrounding marriage through an intriguing artwork from yesteryears. Girl Considering Relative Attractions of Her Lovers (Colour Litho) - Pondering love's complexities through an evocative lithograph capturing romantic dilemmas with artistic finesse.