Calais Collection (#2)

Calais: Le Nouveau Pont et l'Avenue de la Plage (colour photo)
8653736 Calais: Le Nouveau Pont et l'Avenue de la Plage (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Nouveau Pont et l'Avenue de la Plage)

Calais: Le "Victoria" (colour photo)
8653728 Calais: Le "Victoria" (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le "Victoria")

Dover to Sandwich and Blacknerse to Gravelines - The Spanish Armada and the English Fleet off Calais, c
7340034 Dover to Sandwich and Blacknerse to Gravelines - The Spanish Armada and the English Fleet off Calais, c. 1590 (manuscript) by Adams, Robert (1540-95) (after); National Maritime Museum

Matthew Webb
3586314 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

Matthew Webb
3586311 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

The beach and casino at Calais, France (coloured photo)
8656006 The beach and casino at Calais, France (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The beach and casino at Calais, France)

Calais: Le Monument Jacquard inaugupe le 15 aout 1910 (b/w photo)
8640006 Calais: Le Monument Jacquard inaugupe le 15 aout 1910 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Monument Jacquard inaugupe le 15 aout 1910)

Calais: Le Casino (b/w photo)
8640003 Calais: Le Casino (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Casino. Illustration for Calais, Album-Souvenir (Thiriat-Deguines, c.1920)

Calais: "The Queen", La Reine (b/w photo)
8640001 Calais: "The Queen", La Reine (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: "The Queen", La Reine)

Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les
530322 Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les Boraques near Calais, France

Calais: Le Theatre (colour photo)
8653733 Calais: Le Theatre (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Theatre)

Calais: La Rue de la Citadelle et le Beffroi (colour photo)
8653744 Calais: La Rue de la Citadelle et le Beffroi (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Rue de la Citadelle et le Beffroi)

Calais: Monument des Enfants du Calaisis et Boulevard Jacquard (colour photo)
8653732 Calais: Monument des Enfants du Calaisis et Boulevard Jacquard (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Henry Bessemer's cross-channel steamer, 1850
3330676 Henry Bessemer's cross-channel steamer, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Henry Bessemer's cross-channel steamer fouling the pier at Calais)

Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875
530607 Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais

Armada off Calais (line engraving)
1579695 Armada off Calais (line engraving); (add.info.: Line engraving of the Armada off Calais and the fire ship attack. Engraved by J. Pine after the tapestry in the House of Lords)

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The Glorious Defeat of the Spanish Armada, between Dover and Calais in 1588 (engraving)
8632464 The Glorious Defeat of the Spanish Armada, between Dover and Calais in 1588 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Calais: La Gare Maritime (b/w photo)
8639999 Calais: La Gare Maritime (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Gare Maritime)

Calais: Vue d'ensemble des Nouveaux Ponts conduisant au Casino (b/w photo)
8639996 Calais: Vue d'ensemble des Nouveaux Ponts conduisant au Casino (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Calais: Le Phare (colour photo)
8653740 Calais: Le Phare (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Phare. Illustration for booklet of postcards, Album Artistique Calais (LL)

Calais: Le Musee et la Rue Royale (colour photo)
8653734 Calais: Le Musee et la Rue Royale (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Musee et la Rue Royale)

Philippa of Hainaut persuading her husband king Edward III, to spare the lives of the Burghers of Calais in 1347
1219762 Philippa of Hainaut persuading her husband king Edward III, to spare the lives of the Burghers of Calais in 1347, 1901 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dining car of the Cote D Azur Express
Opulent interior of the new Calais-Mediterranean Express. The service left Calais on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday in connection with the 11am train from Victoria while passenger enjoyed a

The Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1890). Creator: Unknown
The Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (1890). Field of the Cloth of Gold at Balinghem was a tournament held in June 1520, between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France

France, Nord-Pas de Calais Region, Calais, town hall detail

Edward III entreated by Queen Philippa to spare the Burghers of Calais - The Family Friend magazine Nov 1873

Black Watch and Indian soldiers in a trench near Calais, WW1
Black Watch and Indian soldiers in a trench near Calais in WW1

WW2 - Tunnel From Calais
A front cover illustration for a WW2 children's story book, Tunnel From Calais, written by A. D. Divine. The image shows some soldiers looking out over a cliff edge. Date: 1942

Tower Of Calais
An etching of the Tour du Guet, a watchtower in Calais, northern France, dating from 1214, when Philip I, Count of Boulogne built fortifications in the town

Map of proposed railway Channel Tunnel, Dover to Calais Date: circa 1850

The Burghers of Calais, 1885-1895. Sculpture by Rodin
Auguste Rodin (1840-1917). French sculptor. The Burghers of Calais, 1885-1895. Bronze. Detail. Garden of Sculptures. Rodin Museum. Paris. France. Date: 2008

The Burghers of Calais, 1885-1895. Sculpture by Auguste Rodin
Auguste Rodin (1840-1917). French sculptor. The Burghers of Calais, 1885-1895. Bronze. Garden of Sculptures. Rodin Museum. Paris. France. Date: 2008

The great Church at Calais, N. E
The great Church at Calais, N.E. Date: 1776

Bryan Entracte 24 1884 1880s Victorian Morbid
bryan, entracte, 24, 1884, 1880s, victorian, morbid, death, burial, woman, women, sitting, coffin, theatre, sarah, bernhardt, ferry, calais, dover, england, france, cartoon, cartoons, caricature

Moving Famous London Statues to Safety 1941
The Burghers of Calais by Augustave Robin, in Victoria Gardens, Westminster being moved to a place of safety. As a precaution against possible bombing precious art

HIBERS TRENCH CEMETERY
Hibers Trench Cemetery, Wancourt, Pas-de-Calais, France, which was created in April 1917. It contains 136 burials and commemorations of the First World War. Date: 1914 - 1918 War

MARY QOS LEAVES FRANCE
When her husband, Francois II, dies, Mary reluctantly leaves France via Calais, and returns to Scotland where she is unwelcomed by most on account of her Catholicism. Date: 1561

DAWBENEY TOMB
The tomb of Sir Giles Dawbeney and Lady Elizabeth Dawbeney : he was Lord Lieutenant of Calais. They died in the early 16th century Date: circa 1780

During the Siege of Calais by Edward III, six burghers offer themselves as ransom for their fellow-citizens : his wife Philippa intercedes, and their lives are spared Date: 1346/1347

Coal mining accident: Courrieres Mines, Pas de Calais, France. From Le Petit Journal Paris March 1906
541357 Coal mining accident: Courrieres Mines, Pas de Calais, France. From Le Petit Journal Paris March 1906. by French School

Coal miners trapped 24 days underground after roof fall, 1906 (print)
541351 Coal miners trapped 24 days underground after roof fall, 1906 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Survived by eating carrots and oats they found in the pit pony stables)

The X Factor
Tom Vinken

Laying telegraph cable, 1851
3479159 Laying telegraph cable, 1851; (add.info.: Laying out the cable from the Blazer for the successful Dover to Calais telegraph cable. Dated Christmas Day 1851.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cable telegraphique sous marin. Telegraphic undersea cable
2757944 Cable telegraphique sous marin. Telegraphic undersea cable. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Sciences. Communication. Coll. Part. Science. Communication)

Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851
3479160 Taking the cable on board the Elazer, 1851 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Taking the cable on board the Elazer for the first successful laying of a submarine telegraph cable)

Cable telegraphique sous marin. Telegraphic undersea cable
2757943 Cable telegraphique sous marin. Telegraphic undersea cable.; (add.info.: Sciences. Communication. Coll. Part. Science. Communication)

Laying the first submarine cable, 1850
3479158 Laying the first submarine cable, 1850; (add.info.: The Goliath and the Widgeon laying the first submarine cable between dover and Calais, 1850.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Calais, a city steeped in history and cultural significance. From the iconic Captain Woolf Barnato with his Bentley to the Franco-British Exhibition in London promoting unity, it has left an indelible mark on our collective memory. Art enthusiasts are drawn to Calais for its connection to renowned painter Hogarth and his masterpiece depicting the traditional English dish of roast beef. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and pride in our culinary heritage. The spirit of adventure is alive in Calais, as seen through the daring rowing feat of an Oxford crew crossing the treacherous English Channel. Their determination exemplifies the resilience that defines this remarkable city. Fields adorned with golden cloth capture the essence of Debay's work, showcasing nature's beauty intertwined with human creativity. It serves as a reminder that art can be found even in unexpected places. The Continental Boat Express stands as a testament to Calais' role as a gateway between nations, facilitating travel and fostering connections across borders. This transportation marvel has brought people together for generations. In 1947, amidst post-war recovery efforts, lovers strolled arm-in-arm on railway platforms beside the luxurious locomotive known as the "Golden Arrow. " This symbolized hope and renewal as passengers embarked on their journey from London to Dover before catching a ferry to Calais. William Hogarth immortalized The Gate through his etching, capturing its architectural grandeur for future generations to admire. His attention to detail transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate this historical landmark anew. Sir Andrew Judde, Lord Mayor of London during Tudor times, played a significant role in shaping both cities' destinies by fostering trade relations between them. His legacy lives on through these enduring ties. During World War I, recruitment posters like "Come Lad Slip Across and Help" rallied young men from all walks of life towards duty and sacrifice. These powerful images remind us of the bravery and selflessness exhibited by those who answered the call.