Discourage Collection

Social / Norway Postman
Neither snow, ice, hail nor trolls can discourage the Norwegian postman as he skis o er fjell and fjord

Cortes Sinks Ships
In order to discourage any faint-hearted Spanish from deserting the Conquest, Cortes sinks his fleet

GUILLOTINE AT ORANGE
In many provinces, distant from Paris, the Revolution is opposed. Here at Orange a guillotine is erected to discourage the recalcitrant. Date: circa 1791

Norwegian Postman
Neither snow, ice, hail nor trolls discourage the Norwegian postman as he skis oer fjell and fjord Date: circa 1900

Medieval Porter
The porter or warder, gate keeper of a castle, with his mastiff and his mighty club to discourage unwelcome visitors, his horn to sound a warning, and of course his keys. Date: 1480

China / Seaou-Koo-Shan
A remarkable island (the name means Little Orphan Hill) in the Yangtse-Kiang river : it is surmounted by a temple although its situation must discourage worshippers

Prester John
PRESTER JOHN legendary ruler of Ethiopia, to whom the Egyptians pay tribute to discourage him from damming the Nile which would destroy their economy

Young Girl Pink Black Hat ca 1891 Oil canvas
Artokoloro

Doctrine of the Signatures, the theory of medicine that like cures like. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5: Various varieties of Amaranthus. Divers suppose the flowers of these plants doe helpe to stay the fluxe of

French Marigold (Tagetes patula x erecta) Lemon Drop, flowering, companion planting to discourage aphids in greenhouse, with hanging sticky insect traps, England

Lack of funds need not discourage from seeking competent medical care consult your health bureau. Poster promoting better health care. Date between 1936 and 1939

Intemperance / W H Robinson
Barbed wire surrounding a public house - a sure way to discourage intemperance. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture

Royalist Portraits
To discourage legitimism, portraits of the comte de Chambord, who claims the throne, and his countess, are seized in the atelier of artist Perignon, Paris

Junk Shop Exterior
Exterior of a junk shop; junk is piled high in a yard with a guard dog to discourage thieves

Living Shield, Belgium
To discourage the enemy from shooting at them as they invade Belgium, the Germans round up local civilians and force them to go ahead of them as a living shield

Nuns Tied to Bridge
To discourage the French from blowing up a Belgian bridge ahead of the advancing invaders, the Germans have the bright idea of tying a group of nuns to it

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"Discourage: Unveiling the Power of Influence and Resilience" In a world driven by social connections, even the smallest actions can discourage or inspire. Just like the Norwegian postman who spreads joy with every delivery, our words and gestures hold immense power to shape others' lives. History has taught us that discouragement can sink ships, just as Cortes experienced when his crew lost hope during their conquests. Similarly, in 1933, a Jewish shop faced immense adversity but refused to be discouraged by hatred and discrimination. Even symbolic images like the guillotine at Orange remind us of how fear can discourage progress and freedom. However, throughout history, we have witnessed individuals rising above these challenges – just like the courageous Norwegian postman delivering hope amidst turmoil. From medieval porters to legendary figures like Prester John, stories abound about those who defied odds despite facing discouragement at every turn. Even a young girl wearing a pink black hat captured on canvas in 1891 reminds us that resilience knows no bounds. The Doctrine of Signatures teaches us that sometimes what appears discouraging may actually hold healing properties within it. Like medicine's theory of "like cures like, " life often presents obstacles meant to strengthen our resolve rather than deter us from our path. Nature itself provides valuable lessons on discouragement; for instance, French Marigolds companion planting with lemon drop flowers helps ward off aphids in greenhouses. This symbiotic relationship demonstrates how unity against common adversaries can overcome any challenge. When it comes to seeking competent medical care or pursuing dreams hindered by lack of funds, remember that financial constraints need not discourage you from reaching out for help or chasing your aspirations. Lastly, intemperance depicted by W. H Robinson serves as a reminder that self-destructive behaviors should never discourage one from seeking better alternatives and embracing healthier choices instead. Ultimately, let this caption serve as an inspiration.