Supplies Collection

Antique map of the Roman Empire, with a detail on Rome

Antique map of Britain under the Anglo Saxons

HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, 1845
Engraving showing HMS Erebus (left) and HMS Terror, pictured on the River Thames, 1845. In 1845 the British Admiralty sent two polar exploration ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror

Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century

Antique map, Liverpool and Birkenhead, England, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Liverpool and Birkenhead, England, 19th Century

Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Scotland, Jura, Mull, Argyll, Islay 19th Century

Salvation Army / Wwi
World War I poster requesting the public to donate food and supplies to the Salvation Army who will distribute to soldiers fighting in France

Captain Francis Crozier of HMS Terror, 1845
Engraving of Captain Francis Crozier (1796-1848) of HMS Terror, pictured shortly before departing on the ill-fated Franklin Arctic expedition of 1845

Antique map of New Zealand in the 19th Century, 1873
Vintage engraving of a Antique map of New Zealand in the 19th Century, 1873

D-Day - Supplies pour ashore
A stunning panorama photograph of a French invasion beach with the channel waters thick with US military shipping, as reinforcements

Antique Damaged Map of Italy 19th Century
Antique damaged map of Italy 19th Century

The Normandy Landings - 6th June 1944 - WW2. Note the American soldier in the landing craft holding a metal detector to sweep for landmines. Date: 1944

Map of Madras (Chennai), India, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Map of Madras (Chennai), India, 19th Century

Victorian church warden lighting fire on Christmas Eve
Vintage engraving of from the childrens story of The Robins Christmas Eve, 19th Century

Map of Saint Lucia, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Map of Saint Lucia, 19th Century

Antique map, North and East Yorkshire 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, North and East Yorkshire 19th Century

Antique map of Bombay, India, 19th Century
Antique map of Bombay, Berar, and part of central India from 1891

Easter Dalmatain puppy
A funny little Dalmatian puppy that looks like he just painted some Easter eggs

Antique map of Africa in the 19th Century, 1873
Vintage engraving of a Victorian Antique map of Africa in the 19th Century, 1873

Antique damaged map of Scotland in the 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique damaged map of Scotland in the 19th Century, 1873

Antique damaged map of Ireland in the 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique damaged map of Ireland in the 19th Century, 1873

Standard electrical circuit symbols. Diagram of standard symbols used to represent electrical equipment in electrical circuit diagrams. The symbols are arranged in six rows of sets of three

Antique map, Isle of Man 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Isle of Man 19th Century with detail of Douglas

Antique map, West Yorkshire, Derby, Nottingham, Lincoln, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, West Yorkshire, Derby, Nottingham, Lincoln, Stafford, Leicester, Rutland, England. 19th Century

Antique map, Southampton, England, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map Southampton, , England, 19th Century

Antique map of Ancient Greece

Painted puppy
A silly little Dalmatian puppy that looks like he got into the art supplies, on a blue background

Antique map of Switzerland in the 19th Century, 1873

Plundering a plantation during Shermans March to the Sea
Shermans troops foraging on a Georgia plantation, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Captain Sir John Franklin (1786-1847)
Engraving of Captain Sir John Franklin in his Royal Navy uniform, pictured shortly before departing on his ill-fated Arctic expedition of 1845

Map of Palestine in the time of Jesus Christ
Vintage engraving of Map of Palestine in the time of Jesus Christ

Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, Dardanelles - WW2 - Landing supplies
Anzac Cove, Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey, Dardanelles - WW2 - Landing supplies - view looking towards ArAnburnu, 1915 Date: 1915

The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barro
Engraving showing the Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by pack ice in Barrows Straits, September 1849. These two ships were used by Sir James Clark Rosss Expedition of 1848-1849 to search

The End of Sir John Franklins Arctic Expedition, 1845
Engraving showing the end of Sir John Franklins ill-fated Arctic expedition of 1845, entitled They Forged the last link with their lives. This engraving was taken from a painting by W

Ovaltine Advert
Advertisement for Ovaltine which " builds up brain, nerve and body"

Shackletons Sled-Car
In his attempt on the South Pole, Shackleton plans to use this specially designed automobile, rather then dogs, to haul his supplies

Ibadan Gate - Nigeria, West Africa
Ibadan Gate No.4 and Iwo Gate - Nigeria, West Africa Date: circa 1905

T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London
The warehouses of T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London. In 1914 the company were manufacturing of Lead, White Lead, Paint, Colour and Varnish, Glass

Robin Knox-Johnston with his provisions he will take on his yacht Suhaili when he sails around the world single-handedly in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Round The World Yacht race. May 1968

Antique map, Manchester, England, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Antique map, Manchester, England, 19th Century

Map of Sudan, late 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a Map of Sudan, late 19th Century

Oxo advertisement - Scott Antarctic expedition endorsement
Advertisement for Oxo as supplied to Captain Scott on his ill-fated expedition to the South Pole. The advert quotes a letter from Scott who wrote

Antique map of the world, 1873
Vintage engraving of a Victorian Antique map of the world, 1873

Solar panel with sun

The Millionth Ton of Supplies reaches Berlin, 1949
Photograph showing Flight Lieutenant K.J. Ryall of the Royal Air Force handing a sack, representing the millionth short ton of supplies to be flown into Berlin during the airlift, to Dr

Queen Victoria at Edward Cazalets Villa - South of France in 1885. In 1882, Queen Victoria began her winter affair with the Cote dAzur, she would arrive bearing extensive food and drink supplies

Map of Liverpool and its environs, England, 1870s
Vintage engraving of Map of Liverpool and its environs, England, 1870s, 19th Century

Truck Utility Heavy (TUH)
The Truck Utility Heavy (TUH) form part of the family of vehicles covering payloads between 0.5 and 2.2 tonne. Both vehicles can fulfil a wide variety of utility roles such as communications

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"Journey Through Time: Exploring the World's Supplies" Step back in time with these antique maps, as we embark on a captivating journey through centuries of supplies. Unfold an ancient map of the Roman Empire and witness the intricate network of trade routes that supplied this mighty civilization. Marvel at the detailed depiction of Britain under the Anglo Saxons, revealing how supplies sustained their flourishing society. Delve into history's icy grip as you encounter HMS Erebus and HMS Terror from 1845, ships braving treacherous waters in search of essential provisions. Trace your finger along a map showcasing the Byzantine Empire in the 9th Century, where vital resources fueled its grandeur. Transport yourself to Liverpool and Birkenhead in England during the 19th Century, where an antique map unveils bustling ports teeming with supplies for both local communities and far-reaching destinations like Scotland's Jura, Mull, Argyll, and Islay. Meet Captain Francis Crozier aboard HMS Terror in 1845 – a fearless leader navigating uncharted territories to secure crucial supplies amidst harsh conditions. Explore New Zealand through a mesmerizing 19th Century map; witness how settlers relied on diverse resources to forge new lives. Relive D-Day's pivotal moment as supplies pour ashore onto foreign shores – an awe-inspiring testament to human resilience and determination. Gaze upon a damaged antique map of Ireland from the same era; it serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst turmoil, sustenance remains paramount. Discover Saint Lucia through a beautifully preserved 19th Century map; marvel at its lush landscapes providing sustenance for generations past. Lastly, traverse Africa via an enchanting 1873 antique map – observe vast regions rich with natural treasures that have long supported civilizations throughout time. These captivating glimpses into our historical reliance on supplies remind us not only of our ancestors' resourcefulness but also inspire gratitude for today's modern conveniences.