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26th Collection (page 2)

Background image26th Collection: A photograph of the Prince of Wales at Honolulu, Hawaii, on his second tour of the empire

A photograph of the Prince of Wales at Honolulu, Hawaii, on his second tour of the empire. The Prince is sat in a Hawaiian canoe whilst being taught surf-riding by Duke Kahanamoku. Date: 26th May 1920

Background image26th Collection: T ROOSEVELT/BUFFALO 1910

T ROOSEVELT/BUFFALO 1910
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President with a dead buffalo Date: 1858 - 1919

Background image26th Collection: T ROOSEVELT/LION 1910

T ROOSEVELT/LION 1910
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President with hunting colleague Mr Tarlton and a dead lion Date: 1858 - 1919

Background image26th Collection: An artistic representation - Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb

An artistic representation - Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb
An artistic representation of the Discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamun by (on right) Archeologist Howard Carter (1874-1939) and his backer (on left) George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923)

Background image26th Collection: The latest act of Hun fiendishness during the First World War: the Glenart Castle

The latest act of Hun fiendishness during the First World War: the Glenart Castle, the seventh hospital ship sunk in breach of the German pledge

Background image26th Collection: Gathering it in: the camera in the far south

Gathering it in: the camera in the far south. Page from The Illustrated London News, 26th August 1922, with a photograph by Herbert Ponting of the Castle Iceberg lit by artificial light in the depths

Background image26th Collection: Major Cavagnari sealing the treaty of peace at Gandamak, 26th May 1879

Major Cavagnari sealing the treaty of peace at Gandamak, 26th May 1879. The treaty officially ended the first phase of the Second Anglo-Afghan War. Date: 26th May 1879

Background image26th Collection: The Royal Opening of the new Dry Dock at Southampton on Wednesday, July 26

The Royal Opening of the new Dry Dock at Southampton on Wednesday, July 26, 1933 by King George V, accompanied by the Queen and the Duke and Duchess of York

Background image26th Collection: Photograph of Lord Dudley Gordon unveiling a plaque

Photograph of Lord Dudley Gordon unveiling a plaque commemorating the founding of IMechE on the site. At the time, being the Curzon Street goods offices of the London Midland Region

Background image26th Collection: America - Washington crosses The Delaware River

America - Washington crosses The Delaware River
George Washington And The Continental Army Crosses The Delaware River During The American War Of Independence Date: 1776

Background image26th Collection: James Braid on the golf links at Lee (Devon)

James Braid on the golf links at Lee (Devon)
Golfer James Braid taking a shot on the links on the Lee golf course in Devon. 1923

Background image26th Collection: Combat in Rio Grand do Sul 1865

Combat in Rio Grand do Sul 1865
A division of Paraguayan forces and two brigades of Brazilian troops engage in Rio Grande do Sul. Date: 26 June 1865

Background image26th Collection: James Braid in action

James Braid in action
Scottish golfer James Braid in action. 1905

Background image26th Collection: Spy Farm, Rue de Bois, RE store destroyed by shell fire, WW1

Spy Farm, Rue de Bois, RE store destroyed by shell fire, WW1
Spy Farm, Rue de Bois, another RE store, destroyed by shell fire, 26th January 1915. A considerable amount of constructive woodwork was stored here

Background image26th Collection: The Sweetwood Family Returning From Church On Christmas Eve

The Sweetwood Family Returning From Church On Christmas Eve
A colour illustration of a family leaving church on Christmas Eve during a snow storm. Date: 26th November 1923

Background image26th Collection: Advert for Elkington Co - Original date coins June 1902 Advert for Elkington

Advert for Elkington Co - Original date coins June 1902 Advert for Elkington
Advertisement for a selection of medals and coins in bronze, silver or gold, for the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra on the 26th June 1902

Background image26th Collection: T ROOSEVELT / JUDGE CIRCUS

T ROOSEVELT / JUDGE CIRCUS
THEODORE ROOSEVELT 26th American President depicted as a circus ringmaster

Background image26th Collection: Winston Churchill visits Prime Minister - Curragh incident

Winston Churchill visits Prime Minister - Curragh incident
Winston Churchill visits the Prime Minister Herbert Henry Asquith on Monday 26th 1914 following the Curragh incident of 20th March 1914 (also known as the Curragh mutiny)

Background image26th Collection: WW1 - The Canadian National Vimy Memorial

WW1 - The Canadian National Vimy Memorial
The Canadian National Vimy Memorial is a memorial site in France dedicated to the memory of Canadian Expeditionary Force members killed during the First World War

Background image26th Collection: Adana, Turkey - following the Armenian Massacre of 1909

Adana, Turkey - following the Armenian Massacre of 1909
Adana, Turkey - following the Armenian Massacre of April 1909. A religious-ethnic clash in the city of Adana amidst governmental upheaval

Background image26th Collection: Theodore Roosevelt visiting Stockholm, Sweden

Theodore Roosevelt visiting Stockholm, Sweden
Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) visiting Stockholm, Sweden (just after the end of his term as 26th President of the United States). Date: 1910

Background image26th Collection: Coffin of priest Ken-Hor. Egypt

Coffin of priest Ken-Hor. Egypt
Rectangular outer coffin of Ken-Hor. Four corner posts and vaulted lid. Wood. 600 BC. 26th Dynasty. Grave of priest Ken-Hor. Akhmim-Sohag. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Background image26th Collection: Statue of egyptian God Anubis

Statue of egyptian God Anubis
Statue of the jackal-headed god Anubis. Bronze. Probably 26th Dynasty. Ancient Empire. 664-525 BC. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Background image26th Collection: WW2 - Bomb Damage to Houses of Parliament, London

WW2 - Bomb Damage to Houses of Parliament, London
In the course of the German bombing of London during the Second World War, the Palace of Westminster was hit by bombs on fourteen separate occasions

Background image26th Collection: Agatha Christie and Max Mallowan

Agatha Christie and Max Mallowan
Photograph of Agatha Christie (1890-1976), thriller writer and her husband, Max Mallowan (1904-1978), archaeologist

Background image26th Collection: Swiss Grand Prix 1934

Swiss Grand Prix 1934
A striking poster for the Grand Prix of Switzerland held at Bern

Background image26th Collection: White Star Line, RMS Teutonic

White Star Line, RMS Teutonic - future Marconi operator on RMS Titanic, Jack Phillips, who died in the 1912 disaster. Handwritten postcard, signed love Jack'

Background image26th Collection: Burmese scouts in the water

Burmese scouts in the water
Burmese scouts of St Philips, 26th Rangoon Troop (Yangon), in the water with a scout leader

Background image26th Collection: Egypt. Great Pyramid of Giza, known as the Pyramid of Khufu

Egypt. Great Pyramid of Giza, known as the Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops). Is the oldest and largest of the three pyramids in the Giza Necropolis. Tomb of the Fourth Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu

Background image26th Collection: Amasis II (570-526 BC)

Amasis II (570-526 BC). Pharaoh of Egypt. Head of an statue. Dynasty 26. C.550 BC. From Sais. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Background image26th Collection: Aegis with head of Hathor with horns of a cow and sun disc

Aegis with head of Hathor with horns of a cow and sun disc. Late Period. 26th Dynasty. 550 BC. Bronze. Neues Museum. Berlin. Germany

Background image26th Collection: Tsar Nicholas II Coronation - Parade

Tsar Nicholas II Coronation - Parade
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia was coronated on the 26th of May 1896, this parade on the Kamenny Bridge in Moscow, is a small glimpse of the celebratory mood said to have captivated the Russian people

Background image26th Collection: The opening of the Victoria and Albert Museum - 1909

The opening of the Victoria and Albert Museum - 1909
The official state opening of the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) by His Majesty King Edward VII - June 26th, 1909. The Central Tower. Date: 1909

Background image26th Collection: Barcelona Tragic Week (26th-31st July 1909)

Barcelona Tragic Week (26th-31st July 1909)
" Barcelona Tragic Week (26th-31st July 1909). Barricade composed of paving stones and barrels at Nueva de Dulce street, next to Ronda de San Antonio

Background image26th Collection: Panorama of the Town of Victoria, Hong Kong

Panorama of the Town of Victoria, Hong Kong
This illustration is drawn as seen from the harbour and shows the public and commercial buildings. Date: 26th February 1887

Background image26th Collection: Liliane Beaument D Erlanger

Liliane Beaument D Erlanger
Liliane Beaumont D Erlanger (1902 - 1945). The Baron and Baroness of D Erlangers daughter, following her engagement to prince Jean Louis Faucingy Lucinge on the 26th July 1923. Date: 1923

Background image26th Collection: Wedding of The Duke of York and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon

Wedding of The Duke of York and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon
The wedding of Prince Albert, Duke of York (future King George VI; 1895-1952) and Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon (future Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother; 1900-2002) on 26th April 1923. Date: 1923

Background image26th Collection: Anthony Eden

Anthony Eden
Sir Robert Anthony Eden, 1st Earl of Avon (1897-1977) British politician wife Mrs. Eden arriving at London airport on their way back from Boston in the USA

Background image26th Collection: Dick Whittington. The Pavilion Theatre in Torquay

Dick Whittington. The Pavilion Theatre in Torquay
Dick Whittington. Second page of four-page flyer for The Pavilion in Torquay on 26th December 1939 for 3 weeks. Headed " Laughter

Background image26th Collection: Flyer for Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton - Interior

Flyer for Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton - Interior
Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton with music by Mark Strong. First produced for the Camden Theatre, 26th December 1908. C. St. John Denton & Peter Daveys Grand Christmas Pantomime

Background image26th Collection: Flyer for Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton - Front cover

Flyer for Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton - Front cover
Bluebeard by Hugh Mytton with music by Mark Strong. First produced for the Camden Theatre, 26th December 1908. On the Front page of the four-page flyer for Camden Theatre

Background image26th Collection: Cinderella by Walter and Frederick Melville

Cinderella by Walter and Frederick Melville
Cinderella, produced by brothers Walter (1875-1937)and Frederick Melville (1877-1938), at the Princes Theatre, on 26th December 1912. The artist is E. P Kinsella. Date: 1912

Background image26th Collection: Votes for Women Summer 1914

Votes for Women Summer 1914
Cover of the Summer number of Votes for Women designed by Olive Hockin. Date: June 26th 1914

Background image26th Collection: Mr. Asquith as Scrooge

Mr. Asquith as Scrooge
Depicts Mr Asquith as Ebenezer Scrooge with regards to the subject of woman suffrage. Date: Dec 26th 1913

Background image26th Collection: Egypt. Giza. Mastaba of the queen Meresankh III. Entrance

Egypt. Giza. Mastaba of the queen Meresankh III. Entrance
Egyptian Art. Gizas Valley. Mastaba of the queen Meresankh III (2558-2500 A.C.), wife of Pharaoh Khafre. Entrance. 4th Dynasty. Old Kingdom. Egypt

Background image26th Collection: Egypt. Giza. Khafres Valley Temple. Pink granite and alabas

Egypt. Giza. Khafres Valley Temple. Pink granite and alabas
Egypt. Giza. Khafres Valley Temple. Old Kingdom. 4th Dynasty. C. 2520-2494 B.C. Built with blocks of pink Aswan granite that forms pllars surmounted by an architrave. The floor is made in alabaster

Background image26th Collection: Cover of the ILN 26th August 1865

Cover of the ILN 26th August 1865
Cover of the Illustrated London News, 26th August 1865, featuring the breaking of the Atlantic telegraph cable on board the Great Eastern, engraving from a sketch by special artist Robert Dudley

Background image26th Collection: Egypt. Spinx of Giza. Detail. Lions claws

Egypt. Spinx of Giza. Detail. Lions claws
Egypt. Great Sphinx of Giza. Limestone statue with lion body and human head. Is believed that represents the Pharaoh Khafra. Built as a protective guard on the banks of the River Nile. Detail



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