1856 Collection (#41)

STEAMSHIP PACIFIC. The grand salon of the American steamship Pacific built for transatlantic service. Wood engraving, American, 1856

OTTER MOUNTAIN, VIRGINIA. Farm at the foot of the south peak of Otter Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia. Wood engraving, 1856

SUMNER AND BROOKS, 1856. Representative Preston S. Brooks assaulting Charles Sumner in the Senate Chamber, May 22, 1856: wood engraving, 19th century

MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, 1856. West end of Queens Wharf, Melbourne: Steel engraving, Australian, 1856

CALIFORNIA GOLD DIGGERS. Wood engraving, American, 1856

MELBOURNE POST OFFICE 1856. The Post Office at Melbourne, Victoria: steel engraving, Australian, 1856

OBSERVATORY, 1856. Patent elevator and observatory for use in observing the interior of enemy works during war. Line engraving, 1856

ELEPHANT LABOR, 1856. An elephant assisting with laying down water pipes near Kandy, Sri Lanka. Wood engraving, 1856

COCOA PLANTATION on Grenada in the West Indies: wood engraving, 1856

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, 1856. Wood engraving, English, 1856

RUSSIA. The Red Palace in Moscow. Wood engraving, English, 1856

TEMPERANCE MOVEMENT, 1856. Desist! Mrs. Maguire, desist, I entreat you! I invariably set my face like a flint against the use of all intoxicating drinks as a beverage

QUIMPER: CATHEDRAL, 1856. The Cathedral of Quimper in Brittany, France. Wood engraving, French, 1856

CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH, 1856. California gold miners. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of 1856

RAILWAY SEGREGATION, 1856. A Quaker mother sympathising with a freeman being expelled by the conductor of a railroad car at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1856. Contemporary wood engraving

KANSAS-NEBRASKA ACT, 1856. Missourians on their way to plunder and burn the Free Soil capital of Lawrence, Kansas, in 1856: colored engraving, 19th century

ACCIDENT: CORDUROY ROAD. A mishap on a corduroy road near Lynchburg, Virginia, in 1856: engraving, 19th century, after a painting by Porte Crayon (D.H. Strother)

MOSCOW: ST. BASIL, 1856. St. Basils Cathedral, in Moscow, illuminated. Wood engraving, English, 1856

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Boatmen on the Neva River. Wood engraving, English, 1856

GUATEMALA CITY, 1856. The valley city of Guatemala in the central highlands. English engraving, 1856

CRIMEAN WAR, 1856. Retreat of the Russians during the Siege of Sevastopol by British and French forces, 8 September 1855. Contemporary steel engraving

ATTACK ON SUMNER, 1856. Representative Preston S. Brooks assaulting Charles Sumner (1811-1874) in the Senate chamber, May 22, 1856: wood engraving, 19th century

CRIMEAN WAR: BALAKLAVA. The Battle of Balaklava, 25 October 1854. Steel engraving, English, 1856

PASSENGER ELEVATOR, 1856. The first enclosed passenger elevator, 1856

STAGECOACH ACCIDENT, 1856. A mishap on a corduroy road near Lynchburg, Virginia, in 1856. Wood engraving after a drawing by Porte Crayon (D.H. Strother)

PITCAIRN ISLAND, 1856. A volcanic island of the southern Pacific Ocean east-southeast of Tahiti. Discovered by a British navigator in 1767, it was settled in 1790 by the mutineers from the H.M.S

ALBANY, NEW YORK, 1856. The City Hall and State Capitol buildings. Wood engraving, 1856

LOUIS JOSEPH PAPINEAU (1786-1871). Canadian statesman. At age 70. Wood engraving after a photograph, 19th century

BATHING MACHINE, 1856. The Bristol Channel Regatta: Western-Super-Mare, from the Sands. Wood engraving, English, 1856

SAMUEL HOUSTON (1793-1863). American soldier and political leader. Wood engraving, 1856, after a photograph by Mathew Brady

Scene on the Delaware River at Philada. during the severe winter of 1856. Print shows many people from Philadelphia ice skating on the Delaware River, possibly near the Philadelphia Navy Yard

England and America. The visit of her majesty Queen Victoria to the Arctic ship Resolute - December 16th, 1856, to whom this engraving is by special permission respectfully dedicated by her obedient

Hon. James Buchanan, democratic candidate for the presidency

Return of the guards from the Crimea, street sketch
Return of the Grenadier guards from the Crimean War, a street sketch in London with the guards being greeted enthusiastically by civilians

City of Superior, Wisconsin, Novr. 1856

Massachusetts, Senate, 1856

The Hermitage, Jacksons tomb, and Andrew J. Donelsons residence 12 miles from Nashville, Tennessee. Taken at the spot, March 29th, 1856. Date c1856

The cradle of the G. O. P. First Republican convention held at
The cradle of the G.O.P. First Republican convention held at LaFayette Hall, Pittsburgh, PA, Feb. 22d 1856. Print shows exterior

The Peace Celebrations, 1856
Bell ringers ring the church bells in celebration of the end of the Crimean war. Date: 1856

The Peace Illuminations - A Street Scene by G. Thomas, 1856
A crowd gathers in the street to marvel at the peace illuminations in celebration of the end of the Crimean war. Date: 1856

Sketch from Royal Crescent, Ramsgate, Kent
Sketch from a window in Royal Crescent, Ramsgate, Kent, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. Showing people on the promenade and ships out at sea. 1856

Hoisting Royal Standard at the Tower of London
The peace rejoicings to celebrate the end of the Crimean War - hoisting the Royal Standard at the Tower of London. Date: 1856

Peace illuminations at the Royal Exchange, London
The peace illuminations at the Royal Exchange, London, celebrating the end of the war in the Crimea. Words are illuminated on the front of the building, reading

Peace illuminations at Waterloo Place, London
The peace illuminations at Waterloo Place, London, in celebration of the end of the Crimean War. Date: 1856

Return of the guards from Crimea, Parliament Street
The return of the Guards from the Crimean War: the welcome in Parliament Street, London, where bouquets of flowers were thrown. Date: 1856

Review of the guards returning from the Crimea, Hyde Park
People fraternising with the guards at the review in Hyde Park, London, after their return from the Crimean War. Date: 1856

Reception of Queen Victoria by review of guards, Hyde Park
The rapturous reception given to Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, by the Guards at the review in Hyde Park, London, after the regiments return from the Crimean War

Holborn Schools Band
Boys brass band at Holborn Schools, Mitcham. The boys are posed in uniform with instruments. A large carriage is visible behind

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"1856: A Year of Resilience, Innovation, and Brave Souls" In the small town of Modderfontein, the church bell ringers gathered every Sunday to fill the air with their harmonious melodies. But tragedy struck one fateful day when a fire engulfed their beloved church, leaving only ashes and memories behind. Meanwhile, on distant battlefields, the 17th Lancers near Modderfontein displayed unwavering courage as they fought for their country. Their valiant efforts echoed through history as a testament to bravery in the face of adversity. Not far away, three Coldstream Guards known as the Crimean Braves stood tall amidst chaos and turmoil. With each step forward, they embodied resilience and determination that inspired those around them. In another corner of the world, Keir Hardie captivated audiences with his powerful speeches advocating for workers' rights. His words resonated deeply within hearts yearning for change and justice. While minds were captivated by political discourse, Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking invention - Himmel Erde - illuminated possibilities previously unimaginable. The world was forever transformed by this visionary genius who harnessed electricity like never before. On Indian soil, soldiers armed themselves with an extraordinary weapon - the Pattern 1858 smoothbore musket. Its precision and power became synonymous with strength in battle. Closer to home in Dewsbury's Union Workhouse Infirmary in West Yorkshire, compassion reigned supreme as dedicated caregivers tended to those in need. Their selflessness provided solace during times of hardship. Amidst construction sites across cities worldwide, bricklayers and workmen meticulously crafted structures that would stand strong for generations to come. Their craftsmanship symbolized progress and growth during an era defined by innovation. Captain Charles Upham emerged as a true hero whose indomitable spirit defied all odds on countless occasions. His unwavering commitment to duty exemplified honor and bravery.