Year Collection (page 9)

Spanish Civil War. 1937!! L'any del triomf (1937!! Triumph's year!). Cover of the Catalan magazine L'Esquella de la Torratxa. January, 1937. Drawing

Steve Ovett, English Olympic athlete
Stephen (Steve) Michael James Ovett (b 1955), English Olympic athlete, middle distance runner, winner of a Gold and a Bronze medal at the 1980 Moscow Olympics

Christmas Morning Swimming Handicap in Serpentine 1906
Various scenes of the annual competition at Serpentine lake at Hyde Park, London on Christmas day morning. Date: 1906

BRANDENBURGH HOUSE FUL
Brandenburgh House, Fulham, the residence of queen Caroline during her trial, and the place of her death in 1821 ; it was demolished in the following year. Date: early 19th century

Keeping Green the Memory of the Glorious Dead
Crowds come to pay their respects to the dead as they walk past the cenotaph memorial in Whitehall. A temporary construction in 1919, it was completed the following year in Portland stone

Temple Bar in the Strand, London, prior to 1878. That year the Bar was taken down and rebuilt at Theobald's, Waltham Cross

Scene from the annual celebrations of Dr. Barnardo's Homes in The Royal Albert Hall. Here in the Training Housewives display, the young women demonstrate laundry work

Lord Clarendon, George William Frederick Villiers
George William Frederick Villiers, the 4th Earl of Clarendon (1800 - 1870), leading English Whig politician, who served as Lord Privy Seal

War-torn Irun; Spanish Civil War, 1936
Photograph showing the burnt-out city of Irun in northern Spain, during the early stages of the Spanish Civil War, 1936. Irun was captured by Nationalist forces on 5th September that year

An avenue in the West of Madrid after bombardment by the Nationalist airforce and artillery, November 1936. A barricade made of cobbles and bricks can be seen on the right of the photograph

Wassail Bowl on New Years Eve
A tradition on New Years Eve where people in the village go door-to-door, singing and offering a drink from the bowl full of hot mulled wine, a mix of cider

STEPAN THE GREAT
Stepan the Great, ruler of Moldova, declares his will in the year of his death : though he has achieved significant victories over the Otttomans, they will regain power. Date: June 1504

Natalia Rioters Events Russia Peter Great 1682
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GIOVANNA DI NAPOLI
15-year old Giovanna (Joanna) cedes her dominions to pope Clemens VI ; in return he crowns her queen of Naples which she rules till her death, marrying frequently. Date: 1343

RODOLPHE SALIS PHOTO
RODOLPHE SALIS - French singer and artist, legendary Paris impresario of the Chat Noir cabaret, known for his fine posters : photographed in, alas, the year of his death. Date: 1851 - 1897

FERDINAND DE LESSEPS OLD
FERDINAND DE LESSEPS French engineer, depicted in the year of his death. Date: 1805 - 1894

EMANUEL GEIBEL - 4
FRANZ EMANUEL GEIBEL German writer, in the year of his death. Date: 1815 - 1884

ALEXANDER BLOK 1921
ALEXANDER BLOK Russian poet, in the year of his death. Date: 1880 - 1921

A German custom where walnut shells are floated in a bowl of water, either the walnut comes together or drawn to the side, according to their movements it brings good luck or ill-luck. Date: 1908

PHOTO OF DEAD 3 YR OLD
Isa Jane Cumming, born on 15th July 1866 and who died on 1st July 1869, was photographed by her grieving parents in order that they might remember how she looked. Date: 1869

ROBERT ARTHUR TALBOT GASCOYNE 3RD MARQUIS OF SALISBURY (1830 - 1903), English MP and Prime Minister in the year of his death

VICTORY AT TRAFALGAR
The forty-year old warship carries Nelson to victory and death at the battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805 Date: 1805

SUSANNA EXONERATED
Falsely accused of adultery, her reputation and her life, are saved when 12-year old Daniel (the future prophet) forces a re- trial ; her accusers are stoned to death

ELI FALLS AND DIES
When 98-year old High Priest Eli learns of the misfortunes of his family - including the death of his two sons - he falls and breaks his neck

MARIA EDGEWORTH/HOME
MARIA EDGEWORTH Home of the novelist at Edgeworthstown, near Dublin, in the year of her death Date: 1767 - 1849

DICKENS/GADSHILL
HIS HOME AT GADSHILL An exterior view of the house, Gadshill Place, in Kent, in the year of the novelist's death 1812 - 1870

BROWNING AND SON
ROBERT BROWNING the English poet in the year of his death, in Venice with his son Robert Barrett Browning Date: 1812 - 1889

POPE FORMOSUS
FORMOSUS, pope 891-896 A year of his death his corpse was exhumed and put on trial by his successor, Stephanus VI, who was strangled for his lack of respect Date: 897

CATALEPSY, ARGENTINA
CATALEPTIC TRANCE ? At Rawson Hospital, Cordoba, Argentina, a 19-year old girl, supposed dead, recovers consciousness in the mortuary Date: 1940

EVENTS/AUSTRALIA
11-year old Harry Hawson defends his father's cattle station against marauding aborigines in New South Wales, but dies of a spear-wound Date: 1840

American classic car Special 1956 tail fin abstract
Beate Gube

German New Year card (colour litho)
732445 German New Year card (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German New Year card, with a young child hugging a pig, with the legend)

The Congress of Vienna in 1815, Austria, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original
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The Nevsky Prospect in St. Petersburg, Russia, in 1885, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century
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American classic car Impala 1958 Sport Coupe
Beate Gube

The attack of Cadiz, 1634 (engraving)
529890 The attack of Cadiz, 1634 (engraving) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: In April 1587 a raid by the Englishman Sir Francis Drake occupied the harbour of)

Assorted flowers on a Christmas and New Year card, with a decorative gold and white border. Date: circa 1890s

Children (Months of the Year - Painting) by Flora White

Douglas DC-1 NR223Y of Transcontinental & Western Air (TWA) Flown by TWA as a flying laboratory and for occasional scheduled passenger flights

Female grizzly bear with second year cub sleeping on her back, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska Date: 26-08-2021

Hour and day dial originating from Brabant (oil on panel)
472298 Hour and day dial originating from Brabant (oil on panel) by Leuvens Master (15th century); Museums of Louvain, Belgium

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Caiman are Alligators with a narrow snout. They are stealthy and search for food with an advantage of a low profile Date: 05/02/2009

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Christmas Lights, London, England Date: 22/03/2008

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Danube Delta, reed from last year. Reed is harvested in the Danube Delta for roofing and similar purposes and exported all over Europe

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Norway, Svalbard, Delischoya Island, 300-year-old Walrus bones (Odobenus rosmarus) at historic hunting site along Bjornbukta Bay at sunset Date: 17/07/2007

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Norway, Svalbard, Delischoya Island, 300-year-old Walrus bones (Odobenus rosmarus) at historic hunting site along Bjornbukta Bay at sunset Date: 17/07/2007

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Beautiful lonely 500 year old church called St Margaret with lake near Dobbiaco valley in the Italian Dolomites mountains Alpine area of Italy Date: 31/05/2006

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Austria, Wachau Valley, Melk. 900 year old baroque Melk Abby (aka Benediktinerstift). Spiral staircase. Date: 18/01/2006

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"Reflecting on a Year of Triumphs and Trials: From the Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont to New Year Fireworks" As the clock strikes midnight, fireworks illuminate Funchal harbour in Madeira, Portugal. The vibrant display marks not only the beginning of a new year but also serves as a reminder of the battles fought throughout history. One such battle was the epic Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont during the Battle of Waterloo, where brave soldiers valiantly defended their post against overwhelming odds. In 1877, amidst political tensions, a serio-comic war map emerged, shedding light on global conflicts. This artistic portrayal captured both humor and tragedy that defined that year's events. Meanwhile, Tsai Shen Yeh - The Chinese God of wealth - watched over fortunes being made and lost across nations. The launch of R. M. S Queen Mary in Clydebank marked an era-defining moment in September 1934. This magnificent ship symbolized progress and innovation as it set sail into uncharted waters. Similarly timeless is the tradition of singing Auld Lang Syne—a heartfelt melody that bridges past and present—reminding us to cherish old friendships. Inspired by Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by William McLaren, we find ourselves immersed in tales from centuries ago—an enduring testament to human imagination and storytelling prowess. And yet, even ancient practices like Voodoo continue to intrigue us with its mysticism personified by Marie Laveau. Sports unite communities across time; thus did Yorkshire County Cricket Team captivate hearts in 1912 with their skillful play on green fields under clear skies. Likewise, Franklin D. Roosevelt's iconic image alongside his trusted companion Ilz reminds us how leaders can shape destinies through perseverance during challenging times.