Chatham Collection (#10)

Departure Platform - Hastings Station, East Sussex SE&CR (South Eastern & Chatham Railway). Date: circa 1910s

Servants Wanted by Will Onda
Promotional postcard for Servants Wanted. First known production at the Chatham Palace of Varieties, 27th March 1905. A music hall sketch For Will Ondas Company

Milestones by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblauch
Promotional postcard for Milestones by Arnold Bennett and Edward Knoblauch. First produced at the Royalty Theatre, 5th March 1912

Cannon Street Station - South Eastern and Chatham Railway, London. Date: circa 1905

Chatham Dockyard Prison Officers
A group photo of the officers at Chatham Dockyard Prison

Watts Alms Houses, Rochester, Kent
Watts Alms Houses, Rochester, Medway, near Chatham, Kent, England. Date: 1900s

Group of Edwardian Gentlemen, Gillingham, Kent
Group of Edwardian Gentlemen, Gillingham, Medway, near Chatham, Kent, England. Date: 1910s

Street Scene - Purley Road, Purley, London
Street Scene - Purley Road, Purley, County of London, England. Showing the Nalder Colliers Brewery & the Railway Hotel (South Eastern and Chatham Railway) Date: 1910s

The Railway Station, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. South Eastern & Chatham Railway - Showing a derailed locomotive Date: 1910s

Restoration House, Rochester, Kent
Restoration House, Rochester, Medway, near Chatham, Kent, England. Date: 1910s

133 D Class Steam Locomotive 4-4-0 & Railwaymen, England. South Eastern and Chatham Railway Date: 1900s

4-4-0 Locomotive & Railway Workers, Thought to be at Minster, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, England. South Eastern & Chatham Railway Date: 1900s

King Street & Market Square, Chatham, Ontario
King Street & Market Square, Chatham, Chatham-Kent, Ontario, Canada. Date: 1900s

HMAS Sydney, Australian light cruiser
HMAS Sydney, Australian Chatham class light cruiser, launched in 1912. Date: circa 1910s

Men on board the DW27 of Chatham, Kent, with two lifebelts

William Pitt
Inn sign of William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, 1808. Collection of the Landis Valley Farm Museum, Pennsylvania

Crashed coach, Old Kent Road, SE London
Special Services at the site of a crashed coach in the Old Kent Road, SE London, 28 January 1955. The coach had crashed into the end wall of a fried fish shop. There were no serious injuries

Bending armour-plates by hydraulic pressure
The new iron-clad fleet: bending armour-plates by hydraulic pressure at Chatham Dockyard. Date: 1863

Exterior view, entrance to Victoria Station, London
Exterior view of the entrance to Victoria Station, London. circa 1912

An archaeologist sits next to the unearthed remains of a st
This is the first discovery of a pre-historic straight tusked elephant, which is larger than a mammoth. The discovery was made at Upnor, near Chatham in Kent. Date: 1916

Royal Engineers Memorial Arch, Chatham, 1860
Engraving showing an ornate classical arch erected at Brompton Barracks, Chatham, in memory of the Royal Engineers who lost their lives in the Crimean War, 1854-6. Date: 1860

German English Exchange
English and German schoolboys shaking hands for a group photograph taken during an Anglo- German school exchange cricket match at Chatham, Kent, England. Date: early 1930s

Anglo-German Chemistry
German exchange schoolboy students having a Chemistry lesson at an English school in Chatham, Kent, England. Date: early 1930s

St Ives Bridge Ives Huntingdonshire 1895 Watercolor
Artokoloro

Sketch Illustrate Passions Senility Peevishness
Artokoloro

Secret Falls - Rock River Falls
A very secluded waterfall surrounded in Fall colors, located in a remote part of Michigans Upper Peninsula. A long exposure was used to create surreal movement in the flowing water

Colorful reeds grow to the surface along the edge of a freshwater lake
Colorful reeds grow to the surface along the shallow edge of a freshwater lake in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Vegetation, which provides habitat for fish, amphibians, and reptiles

Colorful lily pads and reeds grow along the edge of a freshwater lake
Colorful lily pads and reeds grow to the surface along the shallow edge of a freshwater lake in Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Young lily pads grow to the surface along the edge of a freshwater lake
Young lily pads grow to the surface along the shallow edge of a freshwater lake in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Vegetation, which provides habitat for fish, amphibians, and reptiles

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The Navy, H.M.s. " glatton" : the Vessel Off Chatham Dockyard

Siege Operations at Chatham: Springing a Mine, 1854

Field-Day with the London Rifle Brigade and Regulars at Chatham, Uk

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The Rebellion in the Soudan (Sudan), Reinforcements Leaving Portsmouth: the Marine Light Infantry Drafts from Chatham Going on Board the P. and O. Ss. " poonah"

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The Return of the Soldiers and Sailors from Egypt: Banquet to the Royal Marines at Chatham

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Invalided Soldiers in the Garden of Fort Pitt, Chatham

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The Outbreak Among the Convicts at Chatham: the Mess House, St. Marys Island, where the Revolt Began, 1861

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The Outbreak Among the Convicts at Chatham: Interior of St. Marys Convict Prison, 1861

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The Outbreak Among the Convicts at Chatham: St. Marys Convict Prison: Arrival of the Military, 1861

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St. Marys Island: the Convicts at Labour, Chatham Prison, 1861

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Scene of the Recent Explosion at the Royal Engineer Establishment, Chatham

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Siege Operations at Chatham: Stockade Prepared for Blowing up with Gun-Cotton and Powder, 1871

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Siege Operations at Chatham: Destruction of the Stockade by Gun-Cotton and Powder, 1871

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Siege Operations at Chatham: Explosion of a Mine, 1871

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The New Docks and Repairing Basin at Chatham, 1871

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Death of the " lion Queen, " in Wombwells Menagerie, at Chatham

Chatham, Kent, published in Findens Ports and Harbours, engraved by E
XJF465146 Chatham, Kent, published in Findens Ports and Harbours, engraved by E. Finden, 1842 (engraving) by Warren, Henry (1794-1879) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

John Singleton Copley, Study for The Death of the Earl of Chatham, American
John Singleton Copley, Study for " The Death of the Earl of Chatham", American, 1738 - 1815, 1779, graphite and white chalk on discolored blue paper

Statue of General Gordon, Brompton Barracks, Chatham, the Prince of Wales Unveiling
STATUE OF GENERAL GORDON, BROMPTON BARRACKS, CHATHAM, THE PRINCE OF WALES UNVEILING THE STATUE, engraving 1890, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, Great Britain, European

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Chatham, a town with a rich history and diverse attractions, holds numerous stories within its borders. From the German cruiser SMS Emden's fateful encounter with HMAS Sydney during World War I to the majestic Chatham Class Light Cruiser built in 1911-13, this place has witnessed significant events. Situated in Kent on the banks of the Medway River since 1907, Chatham boasts connections to influential figures like William Pitt, a renowned British politician from the eighteenth century. The General Gordon Statue stands tall as a tribute to this historic figure who left an indelible mark on Chatham. The vibrant cultural scene is evident through various forms of entertainment that have graced Chatham over time. A poster advertising The Better Ole at Theatre Royal captures the essence of theatrical performances that have enthralled audiences for decades. Notable incidents also find their place in Chatham's narrative. The tragic tale of Ellen Bright's death at Wombwells Menagerie in 1850 serves as a reminder of past misfortunes and human resilience. Across continents, even Massachusetts' own Chatham showcases American pride with flags waving proudly against picturesque coastal backdrops. Fishing boats dotting the harbor add charm to Cape Cod's landscape while embodying New England traditions. Music enthusiasts will appreciate Count Basie taking center stage in Kent during his iconic performance captured by Brian Foskett. This momentous event highlights how music transcends boundaries and brings people together. For those seeking entertainment closer to home, The Gaiety music hall offers delightful evenings filled with laughter and joy for locals and visitors alike. Lastly, Jezreels Tower stands tall in nearby Gillingham—a testament to architectural marvels that grace this region—offering breathtaking views and historical significance all rolled into one structure. Intriguing tales unfold throughout every corner of Chatham—from naval battles and political legacies to captivating performances and natural beauty.