Charles Alfred Ashburton Collection

King Stephens queen petitioning to the Empress Matilda for the release of her husband, 1141 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

The Queen Dowager of Edward IV parting with her son, the Duke of York, 1483 (1793)
Elizabeth Woodville, the Queen Dowager of Edward IV, parting with her son, the Duke of York, 1483 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Elizabeth Woodville and Jane Shore accused by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, 1483 (1793)
Elizabeth Woodville, the widow of King Edward IV, and Jane Shore, accused of witchcraft by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, 1483 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton

The Dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk demanding the Great Seal of Cardinal Wolsey, 1529 (1793)
The Dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk, by the order of Henry VIII, demanding the Great Seal of Cardinal Wolsey, 1529 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Queen Mary II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King William III, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Prince George of Denmark, husband of Queen Anne, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Queen Anne receiving the Act of Union from the Duke of Queensberry, 1707 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Queen Anne, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King George II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King James II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King George I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Charles II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Henry, Prince of Wales taking the Crown from the pillow of his father Henry IV, 1413 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

King Philip II of Spain, husband to Queen Mary I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Queen Mary I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Ketts Rebellion, Norfolk, 1549 (1793). Kett the Tanner haranguing the insurgents under the Oak of Reformation at Mousehold hill near Norwich

The five members of the House of Commons accused of high treason, 1642 (1793)
The five members of the House of Commons accused of high treason and demanded by Charles I in person, 1642 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

The grand coronation of Henry VI of England in Paris, 1431 (1793)
The grand coronation of Henry VI in Paris, in the presence of the nobility of England, France, Burgundy and Normandy, 1431 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W

St Augustine, a Benedictine monk, first preaching to the Saxons in Kent, 597 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

England first divided in counties, hundreds, and tythings by Alfred the Great, c880s (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

King Henry VII, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Edward IV, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Stephen, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Henry I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Odo, Earl of Kent and Bishop of Bayeux, seized by his brother William I, 1082 (1793)
Odo, Earl of Kent and Bishop of Bayeux seized by his brother William I for having aspired to the Papal dignity, 1082 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan, c960s (1793)
King Edgar laying aside his crown on being repremanded by Archbishop Dunstan for having seduced a Nun, c960s (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Henry III in the Chapter House at Winchester Cathedral, 1250 (1793)
Henry III in the Chapter House at Winchester Cathedral preaching to the monks to enforce the election of his half-brother Aymer de Valence as bishop, 1250 (1793)

Athelstan ordering publication of the scriptures translated into Anglo-Saxon, 930s (1793)
Athelstan ordering the scriptures to be made public after having had them translated into the Anglo-Saxon language, 930s (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W

King Edward I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Edward II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Edward the Black Prince, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Edward III, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Henry III, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King John, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Richard I, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

King Henry II, 1793. From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J. Stratford, High Holborn, London, 1793]

Henry III presented to the Barons by the Earl of Pembroke, 1216 (1793)
Henry III, after the death of his father King John, presented to the Barons by the Earl of Pembroke, 1216 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

Henry II, after having his son crowned king, serving the first dish to his table, 1170 (1793). From Ashburtons History of England, by Charles Alfred Ashburton. [W. & J

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"Charles Alfred Ashburton: A Journey Through Royal Intrigue and Power" Step back in time to witness the captivating tales of Charles Alfred Ashburton, a man who found himself entangled in the webs of power and politics. In 1141 (1793), we find King Stephen's queen fervently petitioning Empress Matilda for her husband's release, as tensions rise during this tumultuous period. Fast forward to 1483 (1793), where emotions run high as the Queen Dowager of Edward IV reluctantly parts with her son, the Duke of York. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Woodville and Jane Shore face accusations by Richard, Duke of Gloucester, adding fuel to an already fiery political climate. In 1529 (1793), witness the Dukes of Norfolk and Suffolk demand Cardinal Wolsey hand over the Great Seal amidst a power struggle that shakes England to its core. The year then shifts to 1707 (1793) when Queen Anne receives the Act of Union from none other than the Duke of Queensberry – a pivotal moment in history. Throughout these events, monarchs come and go; their reigns marked by significant moments. From Queen Mary II and King William III making their mark on history in 1793 to Prince George of Denmark standing steadfastly beside his beloved Queen Anne during this transformative era. As we delve deeper into this captivating journey through time, we encounter King George II ruling with authority while grappling with personal challenges. We also catch glimpses into past rulers' lives such as King James II and King George I – each leaving their indelible marks on England's rich tapestry. Join us on this riveting adventure through centuries past as we unravel stories filled with passion, betrayal, ambition, loyalty - all woven together by one common thread: Charles Alfred Ashburton - an enigmatic figure whose life intersects with some of history's most intriguing royal personalities.