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Sir Henry Morton Stanley Collection

Sir Henry Morton Stanley, a renowned explorer and journalist, is captured in various moments throughout his extraordinary life

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley meeting with his rear column at Banalya, Africa, 17 August 1888

Sir Henry Morton Stanley meeting with his rear column at Banalya, Africa, 17 August 1888
5242631 Sir Henry Morton Stanley meeting with his rear column at Banalya, Africa, 17 August 1888, during his Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, from In Darkest Africa by Henry M. Stanley pub

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley

Sir Henry Morton Stanley
3585559 Sir Henry Morton Stanley; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (1841 - 1904) Welsh-American, journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley

Sir Henry Morton Stanley
3585558 Sir Henry Morton Stanley; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley GCB (1841 - 1904) Welsh-American, journalist and explorer who was famous for his exploration of central Africa

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his men finally emerging from the forest on to the Grassland in 1887

Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his men finally emerging from the forest on to the Grassland in 1887
5242629 Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his men finally emerging from the forest on to the Grassland in 1887, during their Emin Pasha Relief Expedition in Africa, 1886 to 1889, publ

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The scouts on Sir Henry Morton Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, in Africa in 1888

The scouts on Sir Henry Morton Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, in Africa in 1888
5242614 The scouts on Sir Henry Morton Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, in Africa in 1888, discover Pygmies carrying away a case of ammunition, publ

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer (b/w photo)

Sir Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer (b/w photo)
6266225 Sir Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer (b/w photo); (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley, born John Rowlands, 1841 to 1904.); Photo © Ken Welsh. All rights reserved 2024

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley

Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley
672552 Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley, born John Rowlands (28 January 1841 - 10 May 1904)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'Grands itineraires africains; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown

'Grands itineraires africains; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Grands itineraires africains; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday May 10, 1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown

'The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday May 10, 1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday May 10, 1890, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'The Return of Mr. H.M. Stanley; Once more on English Soil-- Arrival of Staley at the Admiralty

'The Return of Mr. H.M. Stanley; Once more on English Soil-- Arrival of Staley at the Admiralty Pie Creator
The Return of Mr. H.M. Stanley; Once more on English Soil-- Arrival of Staley at the Admiralty Pier, Dover, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'Homage to Stanley; Fete given in Honour of the Explorer at the Bourse, Brussels, 1890

'Homage to Stanley; Fete given in Honour of the Explorer at the Bourse, Brussels, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Homage to Stanley; Fete given in Honour of the Explorer at the Bourse, Brussels, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. Stanley's Arrival at the Gare Du Midi, Brussels, 1890

The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. Stanley's Arrival at the Gare Du Midi, Brussels, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. Stanley's Arrival at the Gare Du Midi, Brussels, 1890. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Zanzibaris Scaring Elephants which were destroying a Banana Grove near

The Graphic Stanley Number; Zanzibaris Scaring Elephants which were destroying a Banana Grove near Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Zanzibaris Scaring Elephants which were destroying a Banana Grove near Bodo, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Dr. Parke Sucking the Poison from the Wound in Lieut

The Graphic Stanley Number; Dr. Parke Sucking the Poison from the Wound in Lieut. Spairs's Side, r Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Dr. Parke Sucking the Poison from the Wound in Lieut. Spairs's Side, received from a poisoned Arrow at Abousheeba, 1890. From "The Graphic

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition attacked by the Forest Dwarfs with Pois

The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition attacked by the Forest Dwarfs with Pois Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition attacked by the Forest Dwarfs with Poisoned Arrows, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Emin Pasha on board the steamer Khedive crossing the Albert Nyanza t

The Graphic Stanley Number; Emin Pasha on board the steamer Khedive crossing the Albert Nyanza t Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Emin Pasha on board the steamer Khedive crossing the Albert Nyanza to join Mr. Stanley, 1888, 1890. From "The Graphic

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Bangala Courtesies, fight with the Bangala, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic Stanley Number; Bangala Courtesies, fight with the Bangala, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Bangala Courtesies, fight with the Bangala, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Bumbireh Hospitality, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic Stanley Number; Bumbireh Hospitality, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Bumbireh Hospitality, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. H. M. Stanley, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. H. M. Stanley, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Mr. H. M. Stanley, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Forest Dwarfs Eating Snakes, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic Stanley Number; Forest Dwarfs Eating Snakes, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Forest Dwarfs Eating Snakes, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Ujiji, Near Lake Tanganyika where Sanley met Livingstone

The Graphic Stanley Number; Ujiji, Near Lake Tanganyika where Sanley met Livingstone, 1890 Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Ujiji, Near Lake Tanganyika where Sanley met Livingstone, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; Cottage near Denbigh where Mr. Stanley was Born in 1841, 1890

The Graphic Stanley Number; Cottage near Denbigh where Mr. Stanley was Born in 1841, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; Cottage near Denbigh where Mr. Stanley was Born in 1841, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; The Meeting of Livingstone and Stanley in Central Africa, 1890

The Graphic Stanley Number; The Meeting of Livingstone and Stanley in Central Africa, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; The Meeting of Livingstone and Stanley in Central Africa, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; The Emin Pasha Relief Commitee, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic Stanley Number; The Emin Pasha Relief Commitee, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; The Emin Pasha Relief Commitee, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition Marching throughthe Primaeval Forest

The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition Marching throughthe Primaeval Forest, Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Stanley Number; The Vanguard of the Expedition Marching throughthe Primaeval Forest, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'Mr Stanley at Brussels; The Explorer Speaking at the Banquet given in his honour by

'Mr Stanley at Brussels; The Explorer Speaking at the Banquet given in his honour by the Burgomaste Creator
Mr Stanley at Brussels; The Explorer Speaking at the Banquet given in his honour by the Burgomasterat the Town Hall, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: 'Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cannes--Interview Between the Explorer and H.R.H

'Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cannes--Interview Between the Explorer and H.R.H
Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cannes--Interview Between the Explorer and H.R.H. The Prince of Wales, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Stanley s... Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli... (1901). Creator: Unknown

Stanley s... Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli... (1901). Creator: Unknown
Stanleys Journey through Unknown Central Africa, 1887-1890: His Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli, on Lake Nyanza, (1901)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Livingstone... : The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, (1901). Creator: Unknown

Livingstone... : The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Livingstones Exploration of Lake Tanganyika: The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, at Ujiji, (1901). The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871

Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871. Ujiji (in what is now Tanzania) was the site of the famous meeting on 10 November 1871 between Henry Morton Stanley

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Banquet given by the Egyptian Government at Cairo in honour of Mr. Stanleys arrival, 1890

Banquet given by the Egyptian Government at Cairo in honour of Mr. Stanleys arrival, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Banquet given by the Egyptian Government at Cairo in honour of Mr. Stanleys arrival, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday February 8. 1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday February 8. 1890, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday February 8. 1890, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cairo--Entering Shepheards Hotel after having visited the Khedive, 1890

Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cairo--Entering Shepheards Hotel after having visited the Khedive, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Stanley's Arrival at Cairo--Entering Shepheards Hotel after having visited the Khedive, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Mr. H. M. Stanleys return to civilisation; Mr. Stanley and his Porters at the British... 1890

Mr. H. M. Stanleys return to civilisation; Mr. Stanley and his Porters at the British... 1890. Creator: Unknown
Mr. H. M. Stanleys return to civilisation; Mr. Stanley and his Porters at the British Agency, Zanzibar

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Mr. H. M. Stanley; A sketch from Life, 1890. Creator: Unknown

Mr. H. M. Stanley; A sketch from Life, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Mr. H. M. Stanley; A sketch from Life, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday January 25. 1890, 1890. Creator: Charles Edwin Fripp

The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday January 25. 1890, 1890. Creator: Charles Edwin Fripp
The Graphic, Front Cover Saturday January 25. 1890, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry Morton Stanley (engraving)

Henry Morton Stanley (engraving)
815673 Henry Morton Stanley (engraving) by Moscheles, Felix Stone (1833-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry Morton Stanley (etching)

Henry Morton Stanley (etching)
815682 Henry Morton Stanley (etching) by Herkomer, Hubert von (1849-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley born John Rowlands (1841-1904)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: The explorer David Livingstone (1813-73) and his meeting with Stanley (1840-1904

The explorer David Livingstone (1813-73) and his meeting with Stanley (1840-1904
CHT256636 The explorer David Livingstone (1813-73) and his meeting with Stanley (1840-1904) at Ujiji on 27th October 1871, trade card advertising Poulain chocolate (colour litho) by French School

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry M Stanley (b / w photo)

Henry M Stanley (b / w photo)
816015 Henry M Stanley (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry M Stanley, born John Rowlands (1841-1904)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley (b / w photo)

Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley (b / w photo)
984225 Portrait of Sir Henry Morton Stanley (b/w photo) by Lock and Whitfield (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry Morton Stanleys return to America (engraving)

Henry Morton Stanleys return to America (engraving)
815683 Henry Morton Stanleys return to America (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh-born explorer and journalist

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Stanley meets Livingstone (engraving)

Stanley meets Livingstone (engraving)
982227 Stanley meets Livingstone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry M. Stanley, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Henry M. Stanley, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Cover of In Darkest Africa, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890

Cover of In Darkest Africa, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890
Cover of In Darkest Africa: or The Quest, Rescue, and the Retreat of Emin (Governor of Equatoria), Vol 1, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Artist

Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Artist
Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873)

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Henry Morton Stanley approaching Lake Tanganyika, Africa, 19th century

Henry Morton Stanley approaching Lake Tanganyika, Africa, 19th century. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone

Background imageSir Henry Morton Stanley Collection: Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Artist

Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Artist
Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr David Livingstone



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Sir Henry Morton Stanley, a renowned explorer and journalist, is captured in various moments throughout his extraordinary life. In 1888, he meets Emin Pasha at Kavalli during the Emin Pasha Relief Expedition. The image showcases their encounter, highlighting Stanley's determination to navigate through uncharted territories. Another captivating photograph depicts Sir Henry Morton Stanley with his rear column at Banalya in Africa on August 17, 1888. This snapshot captures the essence of his expedition as he leads his team towards their mission of rescuing Emin Pasha. In 1890, upon Mr. Stanley's arrival in Cairo after successfully completing his journey, the Egyptian Government hosts a grand banquet in his honor. The event symbolizes recognition for his remarkable achievements and contributions to exploration. The Graphic magazine features Mr. Stanley on its front cover multiple times during this period, emphasizing the public's fascination with him and celebrating his accomplishments. As Sir Henry Morton Stanley returns to civilization after years spent exploring remote regions of Africa, an unknown artist beautifully sketches him alongside porters who supported him along the way. This portrayal pays tribute to both the explorer himself and those who assisted him during arduous expeditions. An engraving immortalizes Sir Henry Morton Stanley's legacy while an etching further highlights key aspects of his character and adventures that captivated people worldwide. Lastly, we are reminded of one of history's most iconic encounters: David Livingstone meeting with Stanley deep within Africa's heartland. Their meeting became legendary as they crossed paths amidst vast wildernesses—an encounter that would shape both men's lives forever. Through these photographs and artistic representations spanning different stages of Sir Henry Morton Stanley’s life—from daring expeditions to triumphant returns—we gain insight into a man whose courage knew no bounds; an individual driven by curiosity and ambition to explore uncharted territories for knowledge-seeking purposes that continue inspiring generations even today.