Americans Collection (page 4)

American Troops Leaving for War Training Camp 1917
On 6th April 1917, the United States declared war against Germany, the nation had a standing army of 127, 500 officers and soldiers

Nunnery Quadrangle. MEXICO. YUCATN. Uxmal. Ruins of city founded in the 7th c. Classic Period. Puuc style. Palace complex consists of four buildings forming a quadrangle. Eastern building

Colombia. Tierradentro. Archaeological Park
COLOMBIA. Inza. Archaeological park of Tierradentro. Loma de Segovia. Hypogeum decorated with geometric forms, 6th-10th c. Formation period of Tierradentro Culture. Maya art. Architecture

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Evacuacion de Refugiados Espanoles a los Paises de America (Evacuation of Spanish Refugees to American Countries)

RACIAL/FLORIDA INDIANS
Widows of Florida who having lost their husbands in the wars beg the King for his assistance; in the background, hermaphrodites attend to the sick and bury the dead Date: 1564

RACIAL/MANDAN CEMETERY
Mandan cemetery: the ring of skulls is where the ceremonies take place; beyond are the platforms on which the bodies of the dead are laid Date: circa 1830

Advert for BVD underwear for men 1914
For generations of Americans, BVDs were the underwear of choice - loose-fitting and, as you see, immensely becoming as well as supremely practical for summer wear... Date: 1914

A teepee. Date: circa 1830

IRETABE Native American Indian chief of the Mohave (Mojave) tribe. Date: 1905

LITTLE CROW Famous fighting chief. Date: 1905

Migratory field workers at 5 a. m. waiting in the carrot field to hold a place to work, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migratory field workers at 5 a.m. waiting in the carrot field to hold a place to work, which starts at 8 a.m

Migratory field workers at 5 a.m. waiting in the carrot field... 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Migratory field workers at 5 a.m. waiting in the carrot field to hold a place to work, which starts at 8 a.m

Gang of migratory carrot pullers in field, Imperial Valley, California, 1939. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Gang of migratory carrot pullers in field. Wages: fourteen cents per crate of forty eight bunches. Imperial Valley, California

North America (Kita Amerika shu), 1866. Creator: Utagawa Yoshitora
North America (Kita Amerika shu), 1866

A Picture of Prosperity: America (Amerika shin no zu), 1861. Creator: Utagawa Hiroshige II
A Picture of Prosperity: America (Amerika shin no zu), 1861

An American Mercantile Building in Yokohama (Yokohama ijin shokan no zu), 1861

Portrait of Americans: Oven for Breadmaking (Amerika-jin no zu, pansei no kamato), 1861

Among the Five Nations: Americans (Gokakoku no uchi, Amerikajin), 1861

Americans Baking Bread (Amerikajin pan wo yaku zu), 1861. Creator: Yoshikazu
Americans Baking Bread (Amerikajin pan wo yaku zu), 1861

Americans Drawn from Life (Sho utsushi Amerikajin), 1861. Creator: Yoshikazu
Americans Drawn from Life (Sho utsushi Amerikajin), 1861

Cartoon, The Pipe of Peace II
The Great Dry Chief. I was half afraid my navy cut might make you sick; But so far I see no ill effects. Mr Balfour. On the contrary, I could do with it a bit stronger. Date: 1921

Cartoon, The Pipe of Peace
Great Dry Chief. I do trust this won t make any of them sick! Date: 1921

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Deep in the Heart of Texas
The caption on the postcard is Deep in the heart of Texas. During the war tens of thousands of Americans came to the UK and things American became very popular

Melfort, Saskatchewan, Canada - A group of visiting Americans out to buy land - Sept. 28th 1909. Busy street scene including a fine bullock cart (right). Date: 1909

Views in the midwest and Kentucky
Settlers in a waggon traveling to the western states 79, settlers building a log cabin 80, and view of Mammoth Cave in Kentucky 81. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev

Scenes in the Americas
Lumberjack felling a tree in the Bay of Honduras 40, view of the town of Acapulco, Mexico, 41, and interior of a Native American Nuu-chah-nulth house in Nootka Sound 42

Scenes of the exploration of Patagonia
Penguins in South America 28, Patagonian giants in animal skins 29, and Patagonians delighted by the sight of a mirror on Captain Samuel Wallis ship 30. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rev

Sad scenes at Rainbow Corner, the American Red Cross Club in Shaftesbury Avenue, which was the main base for US servicemen in London during the Second World War

Dunkers Den at the American Red Cross Club, Rainbow Corner with American soldiers enjoying the juke box. Rainbow Corner famously claimed to never close our doors

The Games Room, or Penny Arcade at the American Red Cross Club, Rainbow Corner, the main centre for US servicemen in London during the Second World War with the promise of having

The main lobby at the American Red Cross Club, Rainbow Corner, London, the main base in London for US servicemen. The lobby was the clubs busiest area

A wrestling bout in the ring at Rainbow Corner, the famous American Red Cross Club in London which claimed to have, " doors that never close" (though they eventually did in 1946)

Native Americans of the Northwest
Chugach man of Prince Williams Sound in conical decorated hat, nose ornament, and labrets of walrus ivory in his lower lip

Vignette showing Native Americans fishing
Title page with vignette showing Native Americans fishing with bow and arrow, nets and clubs, on the Essequibo river. Steel engraving by W.H

Native Americans hunting the loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta caretta (endangered). Handcoloured lithograph from Carl Hoffmanns Book of the World, Stuttgart, 1857

Native Americans preparing, steaming and smoking
Native Americans grilling and roasting fish, boiling meat with hominy, and a couple seated on a mat eating from a plate between their legs. From illustrations by John White

Native Americans of Carolina in capes, shawls and skirts, men with bows and arrows, women with necklaces and tattoos in summer dress

Ornaments of the Native Americans of Virginia (Powhatan) worn in a dance: belts 1, 2, 3, girdle of Thevetia ahouai kernels 4, bead necklaces 5, 6, 7, feather headdresses 8, 9, apron 10 and shirt 11

William Penn and Native Americans at the foundation of Philadelphia. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sasso after the painting William Penns Treaty with the Indians by Benjamin West from Giulio

Wedding dance of the Iroquois of Canada
Wedding dance of the Iroquois, Native Americans of Canada. The bride and groom dance on a mat holding a long stick as they recite their vows, before breaking the stick

Tools of the Canadian natives, 19th century
Tools of the Canadian natives: clam shell 1, wampun 2, wampun bead 3, belt that hangs to mid-thigh 4, mocassin 5, dish 6, and spear 7

Inuit family, and man in kayak in front of igloo and teepee
Inuit (Eskimo) family in sealskin clothes, and man in kayak in front of igloo and teepee, from the north of Hudson Bay. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient

Native Americans of Paraguay converted by Jesuits shown wearing clothes, plowing the land, spinning yarn, and living in a timber house with a shrine to the Virgin Mary and Jesus

German bunker WN65 le Ruquet Omaha Beach
When the Americans landed on D Day they moved off the beach via a number of gullys or draws. One of the most famous contemporary photos shows a long line of GIs fling past this bunker

German Cemetery Orglandes Normandy
There are over 10, 000 burials here from the battles as the Americans drove towards Cherbourg. Originally both Germans and Americans were buried here but the latter were moved in 1945 to St Laurent

German War Cemetery la Cambe Normandy
This was originally an American cemetery for the dead of 29th Division. In 1947 the Americans were either repatriated or buried at the American Cemetery at St Laurent overlooking Omaha Beach

America - Wayne Defeats Indians
Wayne Defeats Indians. Date: 1794

America - Garden House Signing Declaration of Independence
The Garden House in Which Thomas Jefferson And Others Celebrated The Signing Of The United States Declaration of Independence In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Date: 1776

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"Exploring the Multifaceted Identity of Americans: From Rivera's Art to Native American Legends" From Diego Rivera's captivating murals depicting the Totonaca Civilization to Geronimo, a revered figure in Native American history, they have a rich tapestry of cultural influences. Tango, originating in Argentina but embraced by Americans since 1912, showcases their love for diverse dance forms. The Codex Borgia offers insights into ritual and divinatory practices of Mesoamerican civilizations that continue to shape American spirituality. Meanwhile, Rocky Marciano's postcard symbolizes the indomitable spirit and resilience often associated with Americans. Tupac Amaru II's portrait serves as a reminder of America's struggle for independence and equality throughout its history. Mrs Kennedy and her deb daughters epitomize elegance and grace within high society circles. Lawrence Tibbett at Cap D Antibes highlights America's contribution to the world of opera while showcasing their global reach. In Diego Rivera's artwork on the Totonaca Civilization, we witness how ancient cultures influence modern-day perceptions. However, not all aspects are admirable; "Robbing and Scalping" represents dark chapters in American history that cannot be overlooked or forgotten. The image of an American society wedding taking place in London reflects the far-reaching impact of American culture beyond its borders. Lastly, a postcard from 1913 featuring a woman riding a bull captures both strength and audacity—an embodiment of the pioneering spirit often attributed to Americans. These hints offer glimpses into various facets—artistic expressions, historical figures, societal norms—that contribute to shaping what it means to be an American today: complex yet vibrant amalgamation rooted in diversity and perseverance.