World Collection (page 17)

Private George Wilson captures a German Maxim gun single handedly during WWI (litho)
3252930 Private George Wilson captures a German Maxim gun single handedly during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Honourable Artillery Company at gun practice in Richmond Park. From the magazine Twenty Years After The
2915222 The Honourable Artillery Company at gun practice in Richmond Park. From the magazine Twenty Years After The Battlefields of 1914-1918 Then

Hydrographia sive Charta Marina Portugalensium, c.1504. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R
2915325 Hydrographia sive Charta Marina Portugalensium, c.1504. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

In the British trenches near the Aisne, 1914
2915214 In the British trenches near the Aisne, 1914.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915310 Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, c. 1451 to 1506. Genovese navigator, colonizer, and explorer)

Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig and his victorious commanders arriving at Dover on a vessel painted with jazz
3502801 Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig and his victorious commanders arriving at Dover on a vessel painted with jazz camouflage at the end of World War One

With paper at 9d, per pound, housewives stored old newspapers for re-sale to fishmongers etc during World War One
3502781 With paper at 9d, per pound, housewives stored old newspapers for re-sale to fishmongers etc during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: With paper at 9d)

A Bulgarian transport arriving in Serbia, on the Eastern Front, during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century
3502761 A Bulgarian transport arriving in Serbia, on the Eastern Front, during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: A Bulgarian transport arriving in Serbia)

German soldiers wearing spiked helmets and carrying ammunition cartridges around their necks walking along a trench
3502750 German soldiers wearing spiked helmets and carrying ammunition cartridges around their necks walking along a trench during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

Soldiers during World War One sychronizing their watches with a clock mounted on a post in the camp
3502736 Soldiers during World War One sychronizing their watches with a clock mounted on a post in the camp, from The Pageant of the Century

A transport wagon of the A.S.C. it was not styled Royal until after the war, requires expert attention during WWI
3502707 A transport wagon of the A.S.C. it was not styled Royal until after the war, requires expert attention during WWI, from The Pageant of the Century

Business and professional men, members of the Optimist Corps seen here in 1914, from The Pageant of the Century
3502703 Business and professional men, members of the Optimist Corps seen here in 1914, from The Pageant of the Century, pub.1934; (add.info.: Business and professional men)

A British monoplane versus an Etrich-Rumpler Taube German monoplane during WWI (litho)
3252901 A British monoplane versus an Etrich-Rumpler Taube German monoplane during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map illustrating the advance of the Russian Army of Invasion in the east of Germany (litho)
3252895 Map illustrating the advance of the Russian Army of Invasion in the east of Germany (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

German soldiers destroying a French chateau and stealing priceless art works during WWI (litho)
3252888 German soldiers destroying a French chateau and stealing priceless art works during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Zeppelin bombardment of Antwerp, Belgium, August 1914, in defiance of the Hague Convention (litho)
3252884 The Zeppelin bombardment of Antwerp, Belgium, August 1914, in defiance of the Hague Convention (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zeppelin bombardment of Antwerp, Belgium)

A regimental blacksmith attached to the 6th Dragoons, joins in the fighting using only his strength and a hammer
3252878 A regimental blacksmith attached to the 6th Dragoons, joins in the fighting using only his strength and a hammer, France during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho)
3252876 Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons)

The charge of the 9th Lancers, or Delhi Spearmen, during the great retreat from Mons to Cambrai
3252874 The charge of the 9th Lancers, or Delhi Spearmen, during the great retreat from Mons to Cambrai, during WWI in 1914 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: The charge of the 9th Lancers)

British machine guns mow down a German column during a skirmish at Landrecries, France, 25 August 1914 (litho)
3252872 British machine guns mow down a German column during a skirmish at Landrecries, France, 25 August 1914 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Officers commanding the Indian native troops in France during WWI, seen here eating a frugal lunch (litho)
3252868 Officers commanding the Indian native troops in France during WWI, seen here eating a frugal lunch (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

World War One soldiers preparing to meet the enemy (litho)
3252864 World War One soldiers preparing to meet the enemy (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: World War One soldiers preparing to meet the enemy)

Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea (litho)
3252862 Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Admiral Sir John Jellicoe's flagship, Iron Duke, being coaled at sea)

The War Map of Western Europe showings the entire zone of military operations in the Western campaign (litho)
3252857 The War Map of Western Europe showings the entire zone of military operations in the Western campaign (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War Map of Western Europe)

An incident in the hard fought retreat from Belgium: British troops prepared to resist the German advance during WWI
3252852 An incident in the hard fought retreat from Belgium: British troops prepared to resist the German advance during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Damage done to Reims cathedral, France by German shells during WWI (litho)
3252851 Damage done to Reims cathedral, France by German shells during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Damage done to Reims cathedral, France by German shells during WWI)

Boys amid bullets where their fathers fought (litho)
3252847 Boys amid bullets where their fathers fought (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boys amid bullets where their fathers fought)

Elf riding a deaths'-head hawkmoth in the evening. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an
FLO4614917 Elf riding a deaths'-head hawkmoth in the evening. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Triumphal march of the elf king. The elf king needs four pages to support his beard and hair
FLO4614906 Triumphal march of the elf king. The elf king needs four pages to support his beard and hair, and is followed by a train of trolls, kobolds, nixies, pixies, wood-sprites

An elf surprising a beetle. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In
FLO4614869 An elf surprising a beetle. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland, a series of Pictures from the Elf World, Longman, London

Elf and owls on a tree bough. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle
FLO4614855 Elf and owls on a tree bough. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland, a series of Pictures from the Elf World, Longman

An elf courting a fairy on a leaf is interrupted by another elf. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an
FLO4614973 An elf courting a fairy on a leaf is interrupted by another elf. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Wood elves and fairies at play. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle
FLO4614936 Wood elves and fairies at play. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland, a series of Pictures from the Elf World, Longman

Fairy and elf children playing games in Fairyland with owls, parrots, squirrels
FLO4614920 Fairy and elf children playing games in Fairyland with owls, parrots, squirrels. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Fairy and butterfly dancing on a camellia flower, Camellia japonica. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after
FLO4614835 Fairy and butterfly dancing on a camellia flower, Camellia japonica. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Elf king asleep under a toadstool, attended by an elf and beetle. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an
FLO4614828 Elf king asleep under a toadstool, attended by an elf and beetle. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

Elves and fairies, owls and squirrels, asleep in a tree in the moonlight. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans
FLO4614696 Elves and fairies, owls and squirrels, asleep in a tree in the moonlight. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In Fairyland

The fairy queen takes an airy drive in a light carriage drawn by thoroughbred butterflies
FLO4614665 The fairy queen takes an airy drive in a light carriage drawn by thoroughbred butterflies. Handcoloured woodblock print by Edmund Evans after an illustration by Richard Doyle from In

Water lilies and water fairies of the period. Water nymphs on lilypads and lily boats drawn by kingfishers
FLO4614653 Water lilies and water fairies of the period. Water nymphs on lilypads and lily boats drawn by kingfishers, ducks and flying goblins

Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print)
2915308 Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1892 (print); (add.info.: Christopher Columbus, c. 1451 to 1506. Genovese navigator, colonizer, and explorer)

Map showing the course of Christopher Columbus from Guanahani to Cuba in 1492
2915328 Map showing the course of Christopher Columbus from Guanahani to Cuba in 1492. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Poilu and Tommy after the painttng by Sir William Orpen
2915218 Poilu and Tommy after the painttng by Sir William Orpen. by Orpen, William (1878-1931) (after); Photo © Hilary Morgan

The Opportunists. Warrant Officers and N.C.O.'s playing cards in a shell hole in 1917
2915216 The Opportunists. Warrant Officers and N.C.O.'s playing cards in a shell hole in 1917.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Ptolemaeus Map A.D. 150. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892
2915322 Ptolemaeus Map A.D. 150. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

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Sportscar World Championship
Michael Schumacher (GER) Mercedes-Benz C291 was the fastest driver but his car failed to take him to the finish. Sportscar World Championship, Mexico City, Mexico, 6 October 1991

World War I: America sent men to reinforce the Allied troops before the main US Army arrived, 1918 Engraving
530745 World War I: America sent men to reinforce the Allied troops before the main US Army arrived, 1918 Engraving; (add.info.: Cartoon by L)

Fur Animals of the Arcitc: Arctic Fox attacking trapped Sable while, in the background
530329 Fur Animals of the Arcitc: Arctic Fox attacking trapped Sable while, in the background, the trapper rushes to scare off the foxes in the hope of saving a valuable pelt. Chromoxylograph

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"Exploring the Vastness: A Journey through the World" Embarking on a historical voyage, we delve into the depths of time with Al-Idrisi's world map from 1154. This ancient cartographic masterpiece unveils the intricate knowledge and curiosity that shaped our understanding of the world. As dusk descends upon Uluru, Ayers Rock in Australia, nature paints a breathtaking canvas with hues of orange and pink. The sunset at this sacred site reminds us of Earth's awe-inspiring beauty and its ability to captivate our senses. Traveling back to 1886, we uncover Walter Crane's map showcasing the vast expanse of the British Empire. It serves as a reminder of an era when nations sought to expand their influence across continents, leaving lasting imprints on history. In Namibia's Walvis Bay, white pelicans gracefully glide over shimmering waters. Their presence symbolizes harmony within nature and highlights how diverse ecosystems coexist harmoniously in different corners of our planet. The scars left by war are etched into Brampton Road in Bexleyheath from World War II bombings. These remnants serve as poignant reminders that peace is fragile and must be cherished above all else. A satirical cartoon by James Gillray takes us back to 1805 when Napoleon Bonaparte attempted peace negotiations with British Prime Minister William Pitt. Depicting them carving up the world like plumb pudding, it humorously portrays political power struggles amidst global affairs. Revving engines echo as BMW S1000RR motorcycles race against time, embodying human innovation and pushing boundaries beyond what was once thought possible – reminding us that progress knows no bounds. Al-Idrisi's Tabula Rogeriana transports us further back to medieval times when maps were meticulously hand-drawn for Sicilian King Roger II. This remarkable piece showcases early geographical knowledge while highlighting cultural exchange between civilizations.