16 January Collection

The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho)
1629244 The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January)

The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa (litho)
1629270 The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa)

The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho)
1629243 The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of Parliament by the King, 16 January)

The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra passing through the Royal Gallery of
1629887 The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra passing through the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords (litho) by Wilson

The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (litho)
1629278 The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (litho) by Read, Edward (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January)

The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (engraving)
1629257 The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (engraving) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January)

The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January, His Majesty the King reading his Speech from the Throne in the House of
1629886 The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January, His Majesty the King reading his Speech from the Throne in the House of Lords (engraving) by Amato, G.S

The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (litho)
1629277 The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The State Opening of Parliament, 16 January, Notes and Notabilities)

The First Crossing of the Tugela by General Lytteltons Brigade at Potgieters Drift on 16 January (litho)
1048803 The First Crossing of the Tugela by General Lytteltons Brigade at Potgieters Drift on 16 January (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bivouac of the 3rd Kings Royal Rifles on 16 January during the Crossing of the Tugela (litho)
1599295 Bivouac of the 3rd Kings Royal Rifles on 16 January during the Crossing of the Tugela (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Marriage of the Duke of Edinburgh, polishing up for the Wedding, 16 January (OS) (engraving)
1058357 The Marriage of the Duke of Edinburgh, polishing up for the Wedding, 16 January (OS) (engraving) by English School

Death of Sir John Moore at the Battle of Corunna, January 16Th, 1809, Galicia, Spain
DEATH OF SIR JOHN MOORE AT THE BATTLE OF CORUNNA, JANUARY 16TH, 1809, Galicia, Spain. The Battle of Corunna (or La Corunna, La Corogne) took place on 16 January 1809

Death of Sir John Moore at the Battle of Corunna, January 16Th, 1809, Galicia, Spain
DEATH OF SIR JOHN MOORE AT THE BATTLE OF CORUNNA, JANUARY 16TH, 1809, Galicia, Spain. The Battle of Corunna (or La Corunna, La Corogne) took place on 16 January 1809

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"16 January: A Day of Historical Significance" On this day, history unfolded with several noteworthy events. The Indian Famine Fund took center stage as a meeting was held at the Mansion House on Saturday, 16 January. People gathered to discuss and address the dire situation, showcasing humanity's compassion in times of crisis. Meanwhile, another significant event marked the Opening of Parliament by King Edward VII. Lithographs captured the grandeur and solemnity of this occasion, depicting His Majesty and Queen Alexandra passing through the Royal Gallery of the House of Lords. Engravings showcased King Edward VII reading his Speech from the Throne, emphasizing his role as a leader shaping national policies. Amidst political affairs, military matters also came into focus. The New Drafts of Guards for South Africa were depicted in lithographs - a testament to Britain's commitment during challenging times overseas. Further south in Potgieters Drift, General Lyttelton's Brigade achieved an incredible feat - crossing the Tugela River for the first time on 16 January. Lithographs portrayed their bravery while capturing moments from their bivouac during this historic endeavor. In contrast to these serious events, there was also joyous anticipation surrounding The Marriage of Duke Edinburgh. Engravings showcased preparations for this auspicious occasion on 16 January (OS), highlighting meticulous polishing efforts before tying matrimonial knots. The diversity and significance encompassed within one day demonstrate how history unfolds simultaneously across various realms - politics, humanitarianism, military endeavors, and celebrations alike. These depictions serve as reminders that every date holds stories waiting to be discovered and remembered forevermore.