1855 Collection (#53)

CARPENTERs HALL, 1855. Carpenters Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1855

TUFTS COLLEGE, 1855. Established 1852 at Medford, Massachusetts. Steel engraving, 1855

PRIZE DEVON COW, 1855. Wood engraving, American, c1856

CHAMPAGNE PRODUCTION, 1855. The disgorging, corking and wrapping of bottles of champage at Pierry, France. Wood engraving, English, 1855

IRON WORKS, 1855. The Montour Iron Works on the Pennsylvania Canal at Danville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, 1855

PARIS EXPOSITION, 1855. Interior of the Palais de l Industrie at the Universal Exposition in Paris, France, 1855. Wood engraving from a contemporary French newspaper

PARIS EXPOSTION, 1855. A steam locomotive at the Machinery Annex of the Universal Exposition in Paris, France, 1855. Wood engraving from a contemporary French newspaper

UTICA, NEW YORK, 1855. View of the city of Utica, New York. Line engraving, American, 1855

NEW JERSEY: NEWARK, 1855. Broad Street, from near the corner of Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1855

QUEEN VICTORIA: VERSAILLES. The arrival of Queen Victoria of Great Britain at the Palace of Vesailles during her visit with Emperor Napoleon III and Empress Eugènie of France, August 1855

KENTUCKY: LEXINGTON, 1855. Wood engraving, 1855

RAILROAD BRIDGE, c1855. Viaduct of the Baltimore and Washington Railroad. Steel engraving, American, c1855

BOSTON: SLEIGHING, 1855. Wood engraving, American, 1855

BRITISH ARMY, 1855. Uniforms of the British Army in 1855. Contemporary English engraving

IRON SMELTING, c1855. Molten iron flows from the blast furnace through a main channel to molds in a sand-bed to cool into ingots known as pigs because of the resemblance to a sow suckling a litter

PANAMA RAILWAY, 1855. The United States Mail Steamship Companys premesis, at Aspinwall. Eastern terminus of the Panama Railway at Aspinwall (now Colon). Wood engraving, English, 1855

ENGLAND: MAILBOX, 1855. Letter box at London, England. Wood engraving, 1855

LOCOMOTIVE FACTORY, c1855. The Amoskeag Locomotive Works in New Hampshire. Color engraving, American, c1855

GROUSE HUNTING, 1855. Grouse-shooting in Nova Scotia. Wood engraving, English, 1855

CHRISTMAS CAROLERS, 1855. Glory to God in the highest. Peace on Earth. Wood engraving by Ludwig Richter, 1855

NEW ENGLAND FIRESIDE, 1855. Wood engraving, American

FRANCE: QUEEN VICTORIA, 1855. Arrival of Her Majesty at the palace of St. Cloud. Queen Victoria on a state visit to France, 1855. Contemporary wood engraving

PANAMA RAILWAY, 1855. Panama railway - the Culebra or Summit Station. Wood engraving, English, 1855

PARIS EXPOSITION, 1855. The arrival of Emperor Napoleon III and the Empress Eug

DIVING SUIT, 1855. Diving suit designed by August Siebe, demonstrated at the Paris Exhibition of 1855: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

THACKERAY: NEWCOMES, 1855. Engraving from a 19th century edition of William Makepeace Thackerays The Newcomes

DIVING SUIT, 1855. Diving suit by a French designer, demonstrated at the Paris Exhibition of 1855: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

VICTORIA & NAPOLEON III. The visit of Queen Victoria and Emperor Napoleon III of France to the Crystal Palace, 20 April 1855: wood engraving, late 19th century

NEW YORK: BROADWAY, 1855. Looking south from City Hall Park with Barnums American Museum at the left. Line engraving, 1855

LONDON: CARLTON CLUB, 1855. The new home, in Pall-Mall, of the exclusive Carlton Club, founded in 1832. Wood engraving, English, 1855

VICTORIA & NAPOLEON III. Queen Victorias investiture of Emperor Napoleon III of France as Knight of the Garter, at Windsor Castle, 18 April 1855: wood engraving, late 19th century

NEWFOUNDLAND DOG, 1855. Wood engraving, American, 1855

QUEBEC, CANADA, 1855. Citadel, looking over Durham Terrace, Quebec. Wood engraving, 1855

IMMIGRATION CARTOON, c1855. The Lure of American Wages. Cartoon, c1855, suggesting the comparatively high wage rates paid in the United States stimulated immigration from Europe. Wood engraving, c1855

GIACOMO MEYERBEER / n(1791-1864). German composer. Wood engraving, English, 1855
GIACOMO MEYERBEER /n(1791-1864). German composer. Wood engraving, English, 1855

ANNAPOLIS NAVAL ACADEMY. The U. S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Wood engraving, American, 1855
ANNAPOLIS NAVAL ACADEMY. The U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Wood engraving, American, 1855

CHARLESTON, SC, 1855. Wood engraving, 1855

TOWNSEND HARRIS (1804-1878). American diplomat, the first U. S. consul general to Japan, entering Shimoda
TOWNSEND HARRIS (1804-1878). American diplomat, the first U.S. consul general to Japan, entering Shimoda, c1855: wood engraving, American, c1900

CHOCOLATE FACTORY. Interior of a chocolate factory in Paris, France: wood engraving, French, 1855

CRIMEAN WAR, 1855. Russian forces evacuating Sevastopol, 8 September 1855, during the Crimean War: steel engraving, English, 1856

RUBBER FACTORY, 1855. The Indiarubber Waterproof Works, Old Farm-House, Stepney, England. Wood engraving, English, 1855

CRIMEAN WAR: KINBURN, 1855. The governor of the Russian forts of Kinburn surrenders to the Allied forces after their bombardment of Kinburn, 17 October 1855, during the Crimean War: steel engraving

VIRGINIA: STAGECOACH, 1855. A stagecoach in Virginia. Wood engraving, 1855

CLAUDE ETIENNE MINIE (1814-1879). French army officer and inventor. Wood engraving, 1855

MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE, 1855. Bringing cotton to the levee at Memphis, Tennessee. Wood engraving, American, 1855

RIVERBOATS AT CINCINNATI. Riverboats at the public landing, Cincinnati, Ohio. Color engraving, American, 1855

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Present city library building, Boston. Wood engraving, 1855

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS. View of Milldam Road, looking from foot of Beacon Street. Wood engraving, 1855

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"1855: A Year of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Transformations" In 1855, the Rifleman of the 95th (Rifles) Regiment of Foot showcased their unparalleled marksmanship skills on the battlefield. Their precision and bravery became legendary during the Crimean War. Meanwhile, a beef cuts diagram from that year provided insight into the culinary preferences of the era. As people savored various cuts, they marveled at how food could unite even in times of conflict. The Crystal Palace in 1855 witnessed an extraordinary event as dinosaurs came to life through Punch magazine's imaginative illustrations. This whimsical display captivated visitors and transported them to a prehistoric world. Amidst these cultural marvels, John Moses Browning was born – a visionary who would revolutionize firearms design with his innovative inventions later in life. In Manchester, compassion prevailed as orphaned children found solace at the Warehousemen Orphan Schools in Cheadle Hulme. These institutions offered hope and education to those less fortunate. Inspired by Aesop's fable about Wind and Sun competing for supremacy over a traveler's cloak, individuals sought valuable lessons about gentleness triumphing over force during this time. However, not all stories ended happily. The Charge of the British Light Cavalry Brigade immortalized both courage and tragedy during their ill-fated assault at Balaclava during the Crimean War. On a brighter note, Withington Hospital opened its doors in Manchester – providing medical care to those in need while fostering advancements in healthcare practices throughout England. Across waters lay Royal Victoria Dock – bustling with trade ships from around the globe. This hub symbolized Britain's growing influence on international commerce during this era of expansionism. Philosopher Soren Kierkegaard delved deep into existential questions that challenged societal norms and beliefs - provoking introspection among intellectuals worldwide during this transformative period.