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"Embracing the Return: A Warm Welcome from All Corners of the World" As HMS Invincible Returns from the Falklands in 1982, a nation's heart swells with pride and relief

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince at the Temple of Srivangam, Trichinopoly, Madras Presidency...1876. Creator: Unknown

The Prince at the Temple of Srivangam, Trichinopoly, Madras Presidency...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Prince at the Temple of Srivangam [sic], Trichinopoly, Madras Presidency, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The future King Edward VII in India

Background imageWelcoming Collection: French Troops in Italy; In Verona: French officers are cheered by the crowd... 1917

French Troops in Italy; In Verona: French officers are cheered by the crowd... 1917. Creator: Unknown
French Troops in Italy; In Verona: French officers are cheered by the crowd in a town square, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Arch at Colombo, Ceylon, on the occasion of the Royal Visit, from a sketch by one... 1876

Arch at Colombo, Ceylon, on the occasion of the Royal Visit, from a sketch by one... 1876. Creator: Unknown
Arch at Colombo, Ceylon, on the occasion of the Royal Visit [of the Prince of Wales], from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Preparing the decorations at Colombo, Ceylon, for the Royal Visit, from a sketch by one... 1876

Preparing the decorations at Colombo, Ceylon, for the Royal Visit, from a sketch by one... 1876. Creator: Unknown
Preparing the decorations at Colombo, Ceylon, for the Royal Visit [of the Prince of Wales], from a sketch by one of our special artists

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Reception of a guest in an Icelandic family; An Icelanders Notes on Iceland, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Reception of a guest in an Icelandic family; An Icelanders Notes on Iceland, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Reception of a guest in an Icelandic family; An Icelanders Notes on Iceland, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the Maximalist... 1917

Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the Maximalist... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Dissolution of the Eastern Front; At Brest-Litovsk station: welcome of the maximalist delegation by the German military authorities, 1917

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Les Ovations de Paris; Au balcon de l'hotel Crillon, place de la Concorde, le general... 1917

Les Ovations de Paris; Au balcon de l'hotel Crillon, place de la Concorde, le general... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Les Ovations de Paris; Au balcon de l'hotel Crillon, place de la Concorde, le general Pershing remercie d'un sourire la population parisienne qui l'acclame; aupres de lui

Background imageWelcoming Collection: L'Arrivee du General Pershing; A Paris: le general Pershing et M. Painleve, ministre de la

L'Arrivee du General Pershing; A Paris: le general Pershing et M. Painleve, ministre de la... 1917 Creator: Unknown
L'Arrivee du General Pershing; A Paris: le general Pershing et M. Painleve, ministre de la Guerre, venu le recevoir, quittent en automobile la gare du Nord, 1917

Background imageWelcoming Collection: L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Les receptions officielles a bord de l'Invicta, 1917

L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Les receptions officielles a bord de l'Invicta, 1917. Creator: Unknown
L'Arrivee du General Pershing; Les receptions officielles a bord de l'Invicta, 1917. First World War: the arrival of General Pershing (in France); official reception aboard the Invicta'

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Bombay Parsees with an Address of Welcome to the Prince, 1876. Creator: Unknown

Bombay Parsees with an Address of Welcome to the Prince, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Bombay Parsees with an Address of Welcome to the Prince [of Wales], 1876. The future King Edward VII on a royal visit to India

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans... 1917

Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee a New-York, le 9 mai, de M. Viviani et du marechal, dans la prodigieuse tempete d'acclamations de la foule, 1917

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee de la mission Joffre-Viviani, le 25 avril 1917, a la... 1917

Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee de la mission Joffre-Viviani, le 25 avril 1917, a la... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Sur le Sol Americain; L'arrivee de la mission Joffre-Viviani, le 25 avril 1917, a la residence preparee pour les recevoir a Washington, 1917

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Wassail Bowl - drawn by John Gilbert, 1860. Creator: Smyth

The Wassail Bowl - drawn by John Gilbert, 1860. Creator: Smyth
all! welcome all! The feast is spread in the vaulted hall...The gen'rous wassail-bowl With kindness warms the soul. We quaff it to friends, we quaff it to foes

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Lumberers Arch at Ottawa, erected on the occasion of the Prince of Wales's visit to Canada

The Lumberers Arch at Ottawa, erected on the occasion of the Prince of Wales's visit to Canada, 1860. The most singular of all the arches erected in the British provinces of North America in

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Entry of Victor Emmanuel into Naples - sketched in the Toledo... 1860. Creator: Unknown

Entry of Victor Emmanuel into Naples - sketched in the Toledo... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Entry of Victor Emmanuel into Naples - sketched in the Toledo by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860....on Wednesday

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Victor Emmanuel's entry into Naples: scene in the Piazza del Palazzo Reale, looking up... 1860

Victor Emmanuel's entry into Naples: scene in the Piazza del Palazzo Reale, looking up... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Victor Emmanuel's entry into Naples: scene in the Piazza del Palazzo Reale, looking up the Toledo, 1860....on Wednesday

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Cherbourg Fetes - Triumphal Arch at Cherbourg, 1858. Creator: Unknown

The Cherbourg Fetes - Triumphal Arch at Cherbourg, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Cherbourg Fetes - Triumphal Arch at Cherbourg, 1858. Queen Victoria visits Emperor Napoleon III. The arch which forms the subject of our Engraving stood about a hundred yards behind the Imperial

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Rifolard est plus charmé que jamais.. 1848. Creator: Honore Daumier

Rifolard est plus charmé que jamais.. 1848. Creator: Honore Daumier
Rifolard est plus charme que jamais.. 1848. Rifolard est plus charme que jamais de ne s'etre pas fait tuer dans les journees de juin

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince's arrival at Fredericton, New Brunswick, 1860. Creator: Smyth

The Prince's arrival at Fredericton, New Brunswick, 1860. Creator: Smyth
The Prince's arrival at Fredericton, New Brunswick, 1860. The future King Edward VII visits Canada. The Prince reached Fredericton, New Brunswick, on the 4th August

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Ovation to the first Garibaldian who entered the Café di Europa, Naples... 1860. Creator: Unknown

Ovation to the first Garibaldian who entered the Café di Europa, Naples... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Ovation to the first Garibaldian who entered the Cafe di Europa, Naples - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince ascending the St. John, 1860. Creator: Smyth

The Prince ascending the St. John, 1860. Creator: Smyth
The Prince ascending the St. John, 1860. The future King Edward VII visits Canada. The Prince landed under a Royal salute, fired by the Volunteer Artillery; a guard of honour, also of the volunteers

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince of Wales in Halifax - the triumphal procession passing the Children's Gallery... 1860

The Prince of Wales in Halifax - the triumphal procession passing the Children's Gallery... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales in Halifax, [Canada] - the triumphal procession passing the Children's Gallery in the Grand Parade - from a sketch by our special artist, G.H. Andrews, 1860

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860

Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Presentations to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales at Government House, Halifax, [Canada], 1860. The future King Edward VII visits North America....the Royal standard

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Garibaldi's entry into Naples - a sketch in the Strada di Toledo, by T. Nast, 1860. Creator: Unknown

Garibaldi's entry into Naples - a sketch in the Strada di Toledo, by T. Nast, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Garibaldi's entry into Naples - a sketch in the Strada di Toledo, by T. Nast, 1860. The Toledo is the main artery of Naples, and Garibaldi traversed this magnificent street in the afternoon

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The arrival of the Prince of Wales in Plymouth Harbour - H.M.S. 'Impregnable' firing a salute, 1860

The arrival of the Prince of Wales in Plymouth Harbour - H.M.S. "Impregnable" firing a salute, 1860. The future King Edward VII returns from a tour of North America

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The British brigade marching into the Largo St. Francesco di Paola, Naples... 1860. Creator: Unknown

The British brigade marching into the Largo St. Francesco di Paola, Naples... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The British brigade marching into the Largo St. Francesco di Paola, Naples - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly, 1860. British soldiers fight for Garibaldi in Italy

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince of Wales in Canada - the Orangemen's Arch at Toronto, 1860. Creator: Unknown

The Prince of Wales in Canada - the Orangemen's Arch at Toronto, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales in Canada - the Orangemen's Arch at Toronto, 1860. The future King Edward VII in North America. The outburst of Orangeism in Upper Canada led...to several unpleasant results

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Arrival of the 'Great Eastern' at New York - from a sketch taken on the Jersey side by E

The Arrival of the "Great Eastern" at New York - from a sketch taken on the Jersey side by E. Hall, 1860. A correspondent of the Times aboard Brunel's steamship wrote

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Review of Lancashire Rifle Volunteers in Knowsley Park - Huyton Lodge Volunteers... 1860

The Review of Lancashire Rifle Volunteers in Knowsley Park - Huyton Lodge Volunteers... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Review of Lancashire Rifle Volunteers in Knowsley Park - Huyton Lodge Volunteers entering the park, 1860. It was still very early in the day when crowds of visitors from Liverpool

Background imageWelcoming Collection: La Nouvelle Europe; la republique Polonaise; Le general Pilsudski revenant de sa captivite

La Nouvelle Europe; la republique Polonaise; Le general Pilsudski revenant de sa captivite... Creator: Unknown
La Nouvelle Europe; la republique Polonaise; Le general Pilsudski revenant de sa captivite a Magdebourg'. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris

Background imageWelcoming Collection: The Prince of Wales at Home: Reception at the Royal Italian Opera on Thursday night, 1876

The Prince of Wales at Home: Reception at the Royal Italian Opera on Thursday night, 1876. Creator: C.R
The Prince of Wales at Home: Reception at the Royal Italian Opera on Thursday night, 1876. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra attend a London stage production

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Rapatries; La sortie de la gare: un officier permissionnaire a retrouve ses enfants'

Rapatries; La sortie de la gare: un officier permissionnaire a retrouve ses enfants'. Creator: J Simont
Rapatries; La sortie de la gare: un officier permissionnaire a retrouve ses enfants'. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Rapatries; l'arrivee d'un train a Evian: des territoriaux de service sur le quai sont... 1917

Rapatries; l'arrivee d'un train a Evian: des territoriaux de service sur le quai sont... 1917
Rapatries; l'arrivee d'un train a Evian: des territoriaux de service sur le quai sont acclames et embrasses, 1917

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le 28 novembre 1918, le roi George V d'Angleterre... 1918

Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le 28 novembre 1918, le roi George V d'Angleterre... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les chefs d'etat Allies a Paris; Le 28 novembre 1918, le roi George V d'Angleterre, accompagne de ses deux fils, arrivait a Paris pour rendre a la France victorieuse une visite officielle

Background imageWelcoming Collection: En Roumanie Liberee; la general Franchet d'Esperey, arrivant a Bucarest, est recu par... 1918

En Roumanie Liberee; la general Franchet d'Esperey, arrivant a Bucarest, est recu par... 1918. Creator: Unknown
En Roumanie Liberee; la general Franchet d'Esperey, arrivant a Bucarest, est recu par le general Berthelot, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919

Background imageWelcoming Collection: En Serbie Reconquise; Le prince Alexandre, regent du royaume serbe-croate-slovene, est... 1918

En Serbie Reconquise; Le prince Alexandre, regent du royaume serbe-croate-slovene, est... 1918. Creator: Marianovic
En Serbie Reconquise; Le prince Alexandre, regent du royaume serbe-croate-slovene, est salue dans les rues de Belgrade par la population qui lui offre des fleurs, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: En Serbie Reconquise; Arc de triomphe dresse pour la reception des troupes francaises... 1918

En Serbie Reconquise; Arc de triomphe dresse pour la reception des troupes francaises... 1918. Creator: Unknown
En Serbie Reconquise; Arc de triomphe dresse pour la reception des troupes francaises a l'entree d'une petite ville serbe, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; La prise d'assaut des automobiles du cortege, 1918

Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; La prise d'assaut des automobiles du cortege, 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; La prise d'assaut des automobiles du cortege, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Un escadron feminin: jeunes filles montees sur les... 1918

Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Un escadron feminin: jeunes filles montees sur les... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Un escadron feminin: jeunes filles montees sur les cheaux des dragons de l'escorte pour mieux voir les Presidents, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Les saluts et les vivats au president de la Repub... 1918

Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Les saluts et les vivats au president de la Repub... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Les fetes du 8 decembre 1918 a Metz; Les saluts et les vivats au president de la Republique et au president du Conseil, a leur sortie de la gare, le matin du 8 decembre, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Notre entrée a Colmar; trois photographies format panorama de la reception du general... 1918

Notre entrée a Colmar; trois photographies format panorama de la reception du general... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Notre entree a Colmar; trois photographies format panorama de la reception du general de Castelnau, commandant du groupe des armees de l'Est, par les autorites civiles

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Notre entrée a Colmar; Le general de Castelnau devant les drapeaux de la 169e division... 1918

Notre entrée a Colmar; Le general de Castelnau devant les drapeaux de la 169e division... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Notre entree a Colmar; Le general de Castelnau devant les drapeaux de la 169e division groupes au pied de la statue du general Rapp, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Notre entrée a Colmar; Les generaux de Castelnau et Hirschauer passant devant... 1918

Notre entrée a Colmar; Les generaux de Castelnau et Hirschauer passant devant... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Notre entree a Colmar; Les generaux de Castelnau et Hirschauer passant devant une haie de jeunes Alsaciennes, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Notre entrée a Colmar; Le defile des troupes francaises dans les rues...22 novembre 1918

Notre entrée a Colmar; Le defile des troupes francaises dans les rues...22 novembre 1918. Creator: Unknown
Notre entree a Colmar; Le defile des troupes francaises dans les rues pittoresques de la ville, le 22 novembre 1918, 1918

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Notre entrée a Strasbourg; En tete de ses troupes, le general Gouraud, 1918. Creator: Unknown

Notre entrée a Strasbourg; En tete de ses troupes, le general Gouraud, 1918. Creator: Unknown
Notre entree a Strasbourg; En tete de ses troupes, le general Gouraud, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageWelcoming Collection: La 4e Armee francaise a Strasbourg, le 22 novembre 1918, 1918. Creator: Georges Bertin Scott

La 4e Armee francaise a Strasbourg, le 22 novembre 1918, 1918. Creator: Georges Bertin Scott
La 4e Armee francaise a Strasbourg, le 22 novembre 1918, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Les chefs de section prennent les ordres et... 1918

Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Les chefs de section prennent les ordres et... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Les chefs de section prennent les ordres et sont conduits a leurs postes, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration

Background imageWelcoming Collection: Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le meme jour, trois bataillons d'infantrerie viennent... 1918

Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le meme jour, trois bataillons d'infantrerie viennent... 1918. Creator: Unknown
Journees inoubliables a Strasbourg; Le meme jour, trois bataillons d'infantrerie viennent assurer le service de surete, 1918



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"Embracing the Return: A Warm Welcome from All Corners of the World" As HMS Invincible Returns from the Falklands in 1982, a nation's heart swells with pride and relief. The sight of this mighty vessel docking brings forth a collective sigh of welcome, as heroes return to their loved ones. In Rembrandt's masterpiece, "The Return of the Prodigal Son, " we witness an emotional reunion that transcends time. The father's outstretched arms symbolize unconditional love and forgiveness, reminding us all of the power back those who have strayed. Standing tall and proud, Lady Liberty extends her torch as a beacon of hope to all who arrive on America's shores. Her message is clear: "Welcome to this land where dreams come true. " Nature itself teaches us about welcoming gestures through two Northern Gannets touching beaks in greeting. Their graceful display on Heligoland island reminds us that warmth can be found even amidst rugged landscapes. Cadbury's Golden Key advertisement invites you into a world filled with chocolatey delights - a sweet invitation that promises joyous moments shared among friends and family. High above overlooking the cityscape stands a statue of Jesus Christ, his open arms embodying acceptance and compassion for all who seek solace or redemption. Reno Main Street scene captures the vibrant energy of Nevada, where locals and visitors alike are greeted by bustling streets lined with shops and casinos. Here, everyone is welcomed to try their luck at fortune or simply enjoy life's pleasures. Summer Holidays in Holland and Belgium beckon travelers with picturesque landscapes dotted with windmills and tulip fields. These destinations offer warm hospitality rooted in centuries-old traditions. Welcome signs dotting highways guide weary travelers towards new adventures while assuring them they have arrived at their desired destination – whether it be home or an exciting new place waiting to be explored. "The Admirals Hard" painting transports us to 1865 Plymouth, where sailors and locals gather at the waterfront.