Tensions Collection

Princess Beatrice of Saxe-Coburg with family
Princess Beatrice of Saxe-Coburg (1884-1966), fourth and youngest daughter of Prince Alfred of Edinburgh and his wife, Maria Alexandrovna (later Duke and Duchess of Saxe-Coburg)

ILN cover - Kuwait and its ruler, 1961
Front cover of The Illustrated London News featuring the ruler of Kuwait, H. H. Sheikh Sir Abdullah As-Salim As-Sabah with telegrams of support from Kuwaiti citizens

Iraq-Kuwait tensions 1961
Page from The Illustrated London News with an article written by Cyril Falls on the tensions in Kuwait arising over Iraqi claims to sovereignty over the oil-rich state

Iraq threat to Kuwait, 1961
Page from The Illustrated London News, 8 July 1961 reporting on the tensions in Kuwait after the Iraqi leader General Kassem had claimed Kuwait should be part of Iraq

Macedonian Gipsies at Royston, Hertfordshire
Groups of Roma Gypsies came to England from Germany Eastern Europe just prior to the First World War and again after tensions in the 1930s

Cartoon, The Pipe of Peace
Great Dry Chief. I do trust this won t make any of them sick! Date: 1921

The Soul and Evil (colour litho)
5227340 The Soul and Evil (colour litho) by Clark, James (1858-1943) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soul and Evil. Illustration for Bibbys Annual, 1914.); © Look and Learn

Country Cousins (colour litho)
969313 Country Cousins (colour litho) by Redgrave, Richard (1804-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: Country Cousins. Illustration for Gems of English Art (Routledge, 1869)

Cartoon published 1827 demonstrating tensions in the British cabinet of Prime Minister George Canning between Protestants and Catholics

Iraq-Kuwait tensions 1961 - helicopters leaving HMS Bulwark
Britains spearhead in Kuwait - men of 42 Marine Commando embarking in helicopters of H.M.S. Bulwark to land in Kuwait in July 1961 in support of the Sheikhs request for reinforcement against

USA - Union League Club. New York - Union League Club. New York. The club dates its founding from February 6, 1863, during the Civil War

Riots in Constantine, Algeria, 1934
A road in Constantine, Algeria, after looting and bloody riots. From 3rd to 6th August 1934, intermittent rioting occurred in the Algerian city of Constantine between the Jewish

Rioting in Dover
Bloody riots in Dover, Kent, follow the appointment of a Norman (Robert of Jumieges) as Archbishop of Canterbury by the pro-Norman King Edward the Confessor, which brought tensions between Saxons

Bismarck and Disraeli at the Kaiserhof Hotel, Berlin, 1878
Engraving showing Prince Otto Edward Leopold von Bismarck (left, seated) and Benjamin Disraeli (right, seated) in discussion in the Kaiserhof Hotel, Berlin

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"Tensions: A Historical Kaleidoscope Unveiling Global Struggles" In the midst of a rapidly changing world, they have always been an integral part of human existence. From the pages of history to the present day, these conflicts shape our societies and test our resilience. One such instance was captured on the cover of ILN in 1961, depicting Kuwait and its ruler amidst rising tensions. The image serves as a reminder of how power dynamics can ignite disputes that reverberate across nations. Meanwhile, Princess Beatrice of Saxe-Coburg's family portrait hints at another facet of tension – familial struggles that often remain hidden behind closed doors. Even within royal households, harmony is not guaranteed. Zooming out to international affairs, Iraq-Kuwait tensions in 1961 come into focus. The threat posed by Iraq loomed large over Kuwait's sovereignty and stability during this period. These events underscored geopolitical rivalries that continue to shape the Middle East today. Stepping away from political arenas, Leicester Square in London symbolizes societal pressures found within bustling urban centers worldwide. Amidst crowds and chaos, individuals navigate personal challenges while collectively contributing to larger social tensions. The Serious Events in China depicted through a vivid lithograph shed light on religious conflicts and persecution faced by Chinese converts—a stark reminder that ideological differences can escalate into violent confrontations with far-reaching consequences. Furthermore, selecting servants becomes an unexpected source of tension as class divisions intersect with power dynamics engraved deep within society’s fabric. This artwork highlights how even seemingly mundane choices carry weighty implications for those involved. Delving deeper into historical injustices brings us face-to-face with images like "American beating a chained slave. " This woodcut forces us to confront the dark legacy of slavery—an enduring stain on humanity's collective conscience—where racial tensions persist till this day. On a different note, Macedonian Gypsies at Royston remind us that they are also arise from cultural clashes and the marginalization of minority groups.