Administrative Collection (page 21)

Church House, Salisbury, Wiltshire
Church House, Crane Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire. From around 1770 to 1869, the building served as the Salisbury Incorporation workhouse

Bulgaria - Veliko Tarnovo
Veliko Tarnovo (Turnovo) - a city in north central Bulgaria and the administrative centre of Veliko Tarnovo Province. Often referred to as the City of the Tsars

Port of Christianborg near Accra, 1873
This former Swedish outpost on the Gold Coast was sold to the British in 1873 when, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British and the Acing people of central Ghana

Accra and its coastline in 1873
Accra sketched in 1873, the year, when after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British and the Acing people of central Ghana

Water supply to Cape Coast Castle, 1874
The water supply to Cape Coast Castle, headquarters of the British in the Gold Coast. In 1873, after decades of an uneasy relationship between the British and the Acing people of central Ghana

Ankara, Turkey - Ottoman Administrative Building
Ankara, Turkey - New Administrative Building

The Tholsel / Dublin / 1817
Tholsel Houses were financial centres where people exchanged money. This Dublin building was demolished in 1809. The lower floor was used as a market

Zurich Tagfassung
The final session of the Zurich Tagsatsung (Diet) before the administrative changes

Sixtus V (Walker)
POPE SIXTUS V (Felice Perretti) He established the present papal administrative system Date: reigned 1585 - 1590

Pope Sixtus V
POPE SIXTUS V (Felice Perretti) He established the present papal administrative system

Sixtus V (Dudensing)
POPE SIXTUS V (Felice Perretti) He established the present papal administrative system

Surat, 17th Century
Surat, some 250 km north of Bombay, is an important English trading factory and administrative centre from 1608 to 1687

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"Exploring the Administrative Landscape: From Political Maps to Asylums and Workhouses" Embark on a journey through administrative history as we delve into various intriguing locations across Europe. Starting with the France Administrative Political Map, discover how borders have shaped governance throughout the years. Venturing into North Wales Lunatic Asylum, Denbigh, witness the architectural marvels that once housed those seeking mental health treatment. Similarly, Exminster Asylum in Devon sheds light on the compassionate care provided to patients in times gone by. Uncover a unique piece of transportation history with LMS coach no. 6204 converted to an ambulance train car in 1939. This remarkable transformation showcases how administrative needs adapt during times of crisis such as World War I. Moving towards urban centers, St Giles Hospital in Camberwell, London stands tall as a testament to healthcare administration's evolution over time. Meanwhile, Camberwell Workhouse and Workhouse Infirmary offer glimpses into social welfare systems that aimed to support vulnerable populations. Crossing borders brings us to Ireland's Stormont assembly building in Belfast—a symbol of political administration amidst historical challenges and triumphs. Shifting gears from healthcare and politics, Pegasus - Filton House takes us behind-the-scenes of Bristol Aero Engine Department's administrative operations—an essential component for aviation advancements. Finally, Napsbury Asylum Administration Block in Hertfordshire unveils another facet of mental health management—highlighting efforts made towards patient well-being within institutional settings. As we conclude our exploration at Woolwich Town Hall's entrance hall corridor in SE London, reflect upon how these diverse locations intertwine with administrative practices that shape societies past and present.