Westwards Collection

Manchester Ship Canal 2
Map showing the eastern end of the Canal, where it leaves Manchester and leads westwards towards the sea at Liverpool

Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart's poem 'Little Nell'
527973 Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart's poem 'Little Nell', based on a popular anecdote

Concept of Manifest Destiny: Allegorical female figure carrying electric telegraph wire
528088 Concept of Manifest Destiny: Allegorical female figure carrying electric telegraph wire, leads American pioneers and railroads westwards

Scraps from the Tower of London (engraving)
5213683 Scraps from the Tower of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scraps from the Tower of London)

The New Cathedral for South London, St Saviours Church, Southwark, reopended by the Prince of Wales (litho)
1036784 The New Cathedral for South London, St Saviours Church, Southwark, reopended by the Prince of Wales (litho) by Brewer

The Transvaal War (litho)
1592991 The Transvaal War (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 December 1899)

Wild West - mule-train heading west
3786374 Wild West - mule-train heading west by Kroupa, Bohuslav (1838-1912); (add.info.: Mule-train preparing to start over the plains to settlements in Arizon c.1880s)

London - The River Thames from Tower Bridge looking west - early morning light. Date: circa 1920s

Piccadilly 1895
Cabs travelling westwards on Piccadilly, with Green Park on the left and Hyde Park Corner ahead. Date: 1895

Rheidol Valley
A fine impression of the Rheidol Valley, which runs westwards from Abersytwyth, Ceredigion, Wales. This view is about 8 miles from the town. Date: 1960s

Brightly coloured compass

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The S.s. " teutonic" which has Made the Fastest Passages on Record, Westwards and Eastwards, Across the Atlantic

Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Hart s
Listening to The Old Curiosity Shop in the West. Illustration for Bret Harts poem Little Nell, based on a popular anecdote

France Menton
General view, looking westwards from the border with Italy. Date: 1919

Lincoln from Catherdal
A fine view, looking westwards, from the main tower of Lincoln Cathedral, with the tops of its twin towers and the Castle Gateway below, Lincolnshire, England. Date: 1950s

September Sunset
A September sunset over Teignmouth, Devon, England, looking westwards up the River Teign, from the Old Quay, with Shaldon Bridge in the distance. Date: 1950s

Wales / Rheidol Valley
The Rheidol Valley, Cardiganshire, Wales, looking westwards towards Aberystwyth, from Devils Bridge. Date: 1950s

Mountain view, USA
Mountain view. View westwards from Mount Shasta looking across the Marble Mountains and the Shasta-Trinity range. The blue haze is due to the smoke left in the air after forest fires

London from St Pauls
Pigeon s-eye view of London, looking westwards from the dome of St Paul s

Huns Invade Europe / Closs
The Huns invade Europe and gradually fight their way westwards, from about 376 till they are halted at Chalons in 451

STRAND 1748
The Strand is the principal thoroughfare westwards from the City; a carriage, a cart, a sedan chair and a barrow pass St Mary s, typifying the diversity of urban traffic

Grosvenor Square 1746
The United States don t yet exist, so theres no American Embassy to dominate this imposing square, part of Londons inexorable expansion westwards

Gt Eastern Paying Out
The paying-out machinery on the deck of the Great Eastern which meticulously lowers the cable to the sea- bed as the ship proceeds westwards

Huns Invade Europe
The Huns invade Europe and gradually fight their way westwards, from about 376 till they are halted at Chalons in 451

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"Westwards: A Journey Through Time and Space" Embark on a captivating voyage as we venture westwards, exploring the rich tapestry of history, culture, and landscapes. From the bustling Manchester Ship Canal to the remnants of Scraps from the Tower of London engraved in our memories, every step unravels tales of bygone eras. Behold the majestic silhouette of The New Cathedral for South London, St Saviours Church in Southwark, its doors reopened by none other than the esteemed Prince of Wales. Lithographs transport us to The Transvaal War, where bravery clashed with adversity in distant lands. Immerse yourself in the untamed Wild West as mule-trains forge ahead towards new horizons. Witness their unwavering determination etched against a backdrop that stretches beyond imagination. Meanwhile, London's River Thames beckons from Tower Bridge; gazing westward reveals a city teeming with life and aspirations. Step into Piccadilly 1895 and be transported to an era brimming with elegance and sophistication. Marvel at Rheidol Valley's breathtaking vistas that unfold like pages from nature's own storybook – a sanctuary untouched by time. Crossing borders yet again brings us to Paris' iconic Pont Neuf bridge – an architectural marvel connecting past and present across centuries. And amidst this journey through space and time shines brightly colored compasses guiding us towards uncharted territories. In this odyssey westwards lies not just physical movement but also an exploration within ourselves – discovering resilience, embracing change, and celebrating diversity along every mile traveled. So let us embark together on this remarkable adventure where each step promises wonderment beyond measure.