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Bacon Collection (#11)

"Bacon: A Sizzling Tale of History, Flavor, and Rebellion" Step back in time to the Battle of Omdurman on Friday, September 2, 1898

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Bacon slices

Background imageBacon Collection: Artificial meat, conceptual image

Artificial meat, conceptual image
Artificial meat, conceptual computer artwork

Background imageBacon Collection: Roger Bacon, English philosopher

Roger Bacon, English philosopher
Roger Bacon, (c.1214-1292) English philosopher and alchemist. Bacon studied at Oxford and in Paris, and joined the Franciscan Order (c.1247) as a monk

Background imageBacon Collection: 1626 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher

1626 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher
Sir Francis Bacon British Scientist, Philosopher and Statesman (22 January 1561 - 9 April 1626). Copper frontis engraving from Bacons Sylva Sylvarum

Background imageBacon Collection: 1618 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher

1618 Francis Bacon Portrait Philosopher
Sir Francis Bacon British Scientist, Philosopher and Statesman (22 January 1561 - 9 April 1626). Steel engraving by Posselwaite appearing in " The Gallery of Portraits" 1837

Background imageBacon Collection: 1664 Robert Boyle Portrait

1664 Robert Boyle Portrait
Robert Boyle, anglo-irish chemist, physicist and inventor. One of the founders of The Royal Society. Born 25th January 1627- died 31 December 1691

Background imageBacon Collection: SILENT FILM STILL: PARTIES. Sit Tight, directed by Lloyd Bacon in 1931

SILENT FILM STILL: PARTIES. Sit Tight, directed by Lloyd Bacon in 1931

Background imageBacon Collection: Francis Bacon in his garden

Francis Bacon in his garden
Bacon was generally accompanied by a gentleman of his household, who was ready to set down his thoughts. Sir Francis Bacon (1561 - 1626), philosopher and statesman, in his garden contemplating

Background imageBacon Collection: Gipsy woman making tea, Charlwood, Surrey

Gipsy woman making tea, Charlwood, Surrey
A gipsy woman making tea in the open air at an encampment in the Newdigate area of Charlwood, Surrey. There is a loaf of white bread and a plate of uncooked bacon on the table

Background imageBacon Collection: Recipe for a midsummer hotpot

Recipe for a midsummer hotpot
Wartime recipe, incorporating a multitude of vegetables along with bacon scaps and cheese

Background imageBacon Collection: (Vice) Admiral R. H. S. Bacon / Stamp

(Vice) Admiral R. H. S. Bacon / Stamp
Admiral SIR REGINALD HUGH SPENCER BACON, KCB, KCVO, DSO (1863-1947) Royal Navy officer noted for his technical abilities and once acknowledged to be the cleverest officer in the Navy

Background imageBacon Collection: Mendelssohn Festival at the Crystal Palace

Mendelssohn Festival at the Crystal Palace
A torchlight procession during the Mendelssohn Festival at Crystal Palace. It followed the unveiling of Bacons statue of the composer

Background imageBacon Collection: Lady Charlotte Bacon (1801-1880)

Lady Charlotte Bacon (1801-1880)
Two engraved portraits of Lady Charlotte Bacon (1801-1880), who was the Ianthe referred to in Lord Byrons Childe Harold of 1817

Background imageBacon Collection: Alice Martha Bacon

Alice Martha Bacon, Baroness Bacon (1909-1993) English politician, elected as MP for Leeds SE in the 1945 election. Here at 10 Downing Street to meet Harold Wilson on 19th October 1964

Background imageBacon Collection: Cricket / Team / Hampshire

Cricket / Team / Hampshire
Hampshire: Webb, Baldwin, Lewis, Hill, Soar, Ward, Lacey, Bencraft, Studd, Robson, Bacon, Wooton

Background imageBacon Collection: An Irresponsible chauffeur

An Irresponsible chauffeur
A humourous illustration by H.L. Bacon of a female driver in the countryside, accompanied by a dog in the passenger seat

Background imageBacon Collection: Topping Book / Camping

Topping Book / Camping
Two short-wearing girl campers enjoy a fry-up of bacon and eggs, with toast and marmalade, tea and coffee for afters

Background imageBacon Collection: Bacon and Berkeley

Bacon and Berkeley in Virginia

Background imageBacon Collection: James I & Bacon / Figuier

James I & Bacon / Figuier
Francis Bacon is appointed Chancellor by King James I

Background imageBacon Collection: Bacon Factory 1960S

Bacon Factory 1960S
Women weighing and making packets of Danish bacon in a British factory

Background imageBacon Collection: Apollonius of Tyana, Greek philosopher

Apollonius of Tyana, Greek philosopher
Apollonius of Tyana, Greek Neopythagorean philosopher from the town of Tyana in Cappadocia, Asia Minor. Believed by some to be a necromancer, credited with many paranormal feats

Background imageBacon Collection: Cheese bacon and salad, France, Europe

Cheese bacon and salad, France, Europe

Background imageBacon Collection: Locally produced and smoked bacon at Plumgarths farm shop in Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Locally produced and smoked bacon at Plumgarths farm shop in Kendal, Cumbria, UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

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Italian bacon, Italy, Europe

Background imageBacon Collection: Roger Bacon / Bayard

Roger Bacon / Bayard
ROGER BACON Scientist and scholar Date: 1214 - 1294

Background imageBacon Collection: Francis Bacon / Cooke

Francis Bacon / Cooke
LORD FRANCIS BACON Viscount St Albans - monument erected in St Michaels Church, St Albans, to commemorate the English statesman and writer

Background imageBacon Collection: Francis Bacon / Cook

Francis Bacon / Cook
LORD FRANCIS BACON Viscount St Albans the English statesman, philosopher and writer Date: 1561 - 1626

Background imageBacon Collection: Francis Bacon / Organum

Francis Bacon / Organum
LORD FRANCIS BACON Viscount St Albans English philosopher, statesman and author, shown with one of his publications, Novum Organum (1620)

Background imageBacon Collection: Tom Sawyer & Pirates

Tom Sawyer & Pirates
The pirates: " They built a fire against the side of a great log... & then cooked some bacon in the frying pan for supper..."

Background imageBacon Collection: Bacon Ration Coupons

Bacon Ration Coupons
A used page of bacon coupons from a ration book

Background imageBacon Collection: Francis Bacon

Francis Bacon
FRANCIS BACON, Lord Verulam writer, philosopher, statesman etc. - with his autograph

Background imageBacon Collection: Nathaniel Bacon

Nathaniel Bacon
SIR NATHANIEL BACON aristocrat who painted for his amusement but was considered equal to leading professionals with his autograph

Background imageBacon Collection: Charles I / F. Bacon

Charles I / F. Bacon
CHARLES I KING OF ENGLAND With Henrietta Maria and child




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"Bacon: A Sizzling Tale of History, Flavor, and Rebellion" Step back in time to the Battle of Omdurman on Friday, September 2, 1898. Amidst the chaos and gunfire, soldiers fueled their spirits with hearty rations that included bacon. Little did they know that this humble food would become an iconic symbol of sustenance and comfort for generations to come. Fast forward to a quaint town where a poster advertising Shaws Bacon and Hams catches your eye. The aroma wafts through the air as you imagine indulging in a Full English breakfast - crispy bacon strips perfectly complementing eggs, sausages, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes – it's truly a feast fit for kings. In Central Stores & Post Office at High Street in Chalford, Glos. , locals gather to exchange stories over plates piled high with bacon-laden sandwiches. This bustling hub echoes with laughter and chatter as friends connect over shared love for this savory delight. Travel further back in time to Sudbury circa 1850 when the Market Hall bustled with life. Amongst stalls filled with fresh produce and goods stands one selling succulent slices – a staple ingredient cherished by families across the land. Even ancient tales like Beowulf depict its significance; here we find Beowulf himself wielding his mighty sword against Grendel while savoring visions of victory accompanied by thoughts of sizzling bacon waiting upon his return. Venturing beyond borders brings us face-to-face with Indian Ace flavors infused into traditional dishes like butter chicken or biryani – tantalizing our taste buds while showcasing how versatile this magical meat can be. Yet history reminds us that not all Bacons were culinary delights; Nathaniel Bacon emerges as an American colonial leader who spearheaded rebellion against injustice. His name forever etched alongside bravery but unrelated to those mouthwatering strips we adore today. Judge Bacon sits diligently at his desk, upholding justice and order.