Resigning Collection

Jeeves and Wooster
In Thank You Jeeves!, Jeeves gives notice when Bertie Wooster, his employer, insists on playing the banjolele

King John resigning his Crown to the Popes legate (engraving)
5220784 King John resigning his Crown to the Popes legate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John resigning his Crown to the Popes legate)

Edward II resigning his crown (engraving)
727028 Edward II resigning his crown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward II resigning his crown)

Comic postcard, Maid, mistress and master Date: 20th century

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

M Aladenize, of the Garde Mobile, resigning his Commission to General Changarnier (engraving)
1617912 M Aladenize, of the Garde Mobile, resigning his Commission to General Changarnier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Aladenize)

Act of abdication of the throne by Louis-Philippe (1773-1850) in favour of his grandson
CHT257937 Act of abdication of the throne by Louis-Philippe (1773-1850) in favour of his grandson, Louis-Philippe Albert d Orleans (1838-94), Comte de Paris

Cardinal Wolsey by order of Henry VIII resigning the Great Seal (engraving)
5220858 Cardinal Wolsey by order of Henry VIII resigning the Great Seal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Neptune resigning the Sovereignty of the Ocean to Britannia (engraving)
5220755 Neptune resigning the Sovereignty of the Ocean to Britannia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ferdinand of Spain resigning his crown at the Dictation of the Emperor Napoleon (engraving)
654675 Ferdinand of Spain resigning his crown at the Dictation of the Emperor Napoleon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sulla resigns as Dictator of Rome, 81 BC (engraving)
3647085 Sulla resigns as Dictator of Rome, 81 BC (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sulla resigns as Dictator of Rome, 81 BC)

Cardinal Wolsey Resigning the Great Seal to the Dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk (engraving)
3630944 Cardinal Wolsey Resigning the Great Seal to the Dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Robert E. Lees letter of Resignation from the Federal Army, 20th April, 1861 (litho)
PNP258682 Robert E. Lees letter of Resignation from the Federal Army, 20th April, 1861 (litho) by Lee, Robert E. (1807-70); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Emperor Charles V addressing the Estates on Resigning the Crown to his Son (engraving)
2791203 The Emperor Charles V addressing the Estates on Resigning the Crown to his Son (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The tragic hour for Turkey, Enver Bey shows up in front of the Sublime Door to Intimate... (colour litho)
2815514 The tragic hour for Turkey, Enver Bey shows up in front of the Sublime Door to Intimate... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Richard II resigning the Crown into the Hands of the Duke of Lancaster (engraving)
3655289 Richard II resigning the Crown into the Hands of the Duke of Lancaster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Odoacer forces the Roman Emperor Romulus Augustulus to abdicate, 476 (engraving)
3647152 Odoacer forces the Roman Emperor Romulus Augustulus to abdicate, 476 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

K John resigning his Crown (engraving)
3634270 K John resigning his Crown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: K John resigning his Crown)

Washington Resigning His Commission At Annapolis 23 December 1783 George Washington 1732-1799 First President Of The United States From A 19Th Century Print Engraved By Rogers After Trumbull

General George Washington Resigning his Commission : On 23 December 1793 he resigned his commission to Congress meeting in Annapolis

Abdication of King Edward II, who was forced to give up his crown to his son, Edward III. 1327

Cardinal Wolsey resigns the Great Seal
Cardinal Wolsey, by order of Henry VIII, resigning the Great Seal

Mr Augustine Birrell. Part of Box 104 Boswell Collection. Was an English politician, barrister, academic and author. He was Chief Secretary for Ireland from 1907 to 1916

Integrity retiring from Office!, A group of resigning ministers, led by Pitt who holds a document entitled Justice of Emancipating ye Catholicks

Integrity Retiring From Office!, A Group Of Resigning Ministers, Led By Pitt Who Holds A Document Entitled Justice Of Emancipating Ye Catholicks

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"Moments of Resignation: From Jeeves and Wooster to Historical Figures" In the world of Jeeves and Wooster, even the most unflappable butler can be tempted to resign from his duties. The engraving depicting King John's resignation of his crown to the Pope's legate reveals a pivotal moment in history. Edward II's engraved resignation of his crown reminds us that power is not always held indefinitely. A comic postcard captures the amusing dynamics between a maid, mistress, and master - perhaps leading one to consider resigning from their domestic roles. Andrew Bonar Law's resignation as Prime Minister due to ill-health serves as a reminder that sometimes our well-being must take precedence over our professional responsibilities. M Aladenize's engraving showcases an act of great significance - resigning one's commission in service to General Changarnier. Louis-Philippe's abdication of the throne in favor of his grandson demonstrates both sacrifice and familial loyalty. Cardinal Wolsey reluctantly relinquishing the Great Seal by order of Henry VIII exemplifies how even those in positions of power may face moments where they must step down. Neptune symbolically resigning sovereignty over the ocean to Britannia through an enchanting engraving evokes thoughts on transitions and change. Ferdinand of Spain surrendering his crown at Napoleon's dictation highlights how external forces can influence decisions regarding leadership roles. Sulla stepping down as Dictator in ancient Rome, depicted through an engraving, signifies a rare instance where absolute power was willingly surrendered for stability. Cardinal Wolsey humbly handing over the Great Seal to the Dukes Norfolk and Suffolk illustrates how political alliances can lead individuals towards resignation. In these diverse examples spanning literature, history, politics, and mythology – we witness various forms of resignation; some driven by duty, others by personal circumstances or external pressures.