Chatham Collection (#9)

Couple Sea Kayaking In Red Bluff Bay W / Mist Rolling Off Baranof Isl Chatham Strait Southeast Alaska
Couple Sea Kayaking In Red Bluff Bay W/Mist Rolling Off Baranof Isl Chatham Strait Southeast Alaska

Digital Humpback Whale Tails @ Sunset Se Alaska Scenic Chatham Strait / Ncomposite
Digital Humpback Whale Tails @ Sunset Se Alaska Scenic Chatham Strait/Ncomposite

A Humpback Whale Breaches Along The Shoreline Of Chichagof Island In Chatham Strait With Mendenhall Towers In The Background, Inside Passage, Tongass National Forest, Admiralty Island

Demosthenes, Cicero and William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, 1750-1815

Clock tower, Chatham Street, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Clock tower and lighthouse, Chatham Street, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1910

Borstal Prison, Chatham - Prisoners Dinner Time
Prisoners going in to dinner at Borstal Prison, near Chatham, Kent. Date: circa 1900

SE&CR (South Eastern & Chatham Railway) - Hastings Express
SE&CR (South Eastern & Chatham Railway) - The Hastings Express on the platform at London Brdge Station. Date: 1905

Edwardian Leisure - The Darland Banks, Gillingham, Kent
Edwardian Leisure - The Darland Banks, Gillingham, near Chatham, Kent, England. Showing Windmill Date: 1913

High Street, Gillingham, Kent
High Street, Gillingham, near Chatham, Kent, England. Date: 1900s

Splendid Jem amongst the convicts in the Naval Dock Yard at Chatham, Kent, 1821. Artist: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Splendid Jem, once a dashing hero in the Metropolis, recognised by Tom amongst the convicts in the Naval Dock Yard at Chatham, 1821

South Eastern and Chatham Railway steam engine, Standard Type Express, with crew. Date: circa early 20th century

South Eastern and Chatham Railway Dover Boat Train. Date: circa early 20th century

Lobby of Hotel Chatham in New York City, USA
Lobby of Hotel Chatham at 48th to 49th Streets between Madison and Park Ave in New York City, USA. Date: 1920

Ticket Inspectors Allotment Prize Giving, 1922
South East and Chatham Railway Travelling Ticket Inspectors Garden Allotment Prize Giving in Catford, July 1922. Date: 1922

On Chatham Hill, Kent - sign for The Star Inn at Rainham, with a well on the right. 1827

View up Ludgate Hill toward St. Pauls Cathedral, London - note the SE&CR (South Eastern and Chatham Railway) steam locomotive crossing Ludgate Viaduct

London, Chatham and Dover Railways station at Victoria
London, Chatham and Dover Railways Terminus at Victoria, London (left) and the London, Brighton and South Coast railway (right)

William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708-1778). British statesman of the Whig group. Engraving. Portrait. Colored

Attack on Chatham, c. 1668, by Willem Schellinks (1627?-1678
Willem Schellinks (1627?-1678). Dutch painter. Attack on Chatham, c. 1668. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Blackfriars Station
The terminus of the London, Chatham and Dover Railway is at first known as Ludgate Hill Station. Date: 1863

New York / Pearl / Chatham
New York: corner of Pearl Street and Chatham Street, showing old storehouses Date: 1861

Rail Accident Beckenham
Wreckage from the rail accident near Beckenham, on the London, Chatham and Dover railway line Date: 1866

Rochester & Chatham 1795
Rochester, Kent, with Chatham opposite Date: 1795

Junction at Smithfield
The new Metropolitan Line (underground) meets the London, Chatham and Dover Railway near Smithfield Date: 1866

Pitt the Elder / Anon
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Date: 1708 - 1778

Pitt / Younger / Holl / Bromly
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Sasso / Stand
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / John Kay
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Lightfoot / D
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Bocquet
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Anon
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Lightfoot / P
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Godby
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt / Younger / Greatbach
WILLIAM PITT THE YOUNGER English politician Second son of 1st Earl of Chatham Date: 1759 - 1806

Pitt the Elder / Guizot s
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Date: 1708 - 1778

Pitt the Elder / Bentley
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Date: 1708 - 1778

Pitt the Elder / Chapman
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician in 1766 Date: 1708 - 1778

Pitt the Elder / Harlequin
PITT THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Picture as a harlequin with the devil. Date: 7 April 1778

Pitt the Elder / Greene
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Date: 1708 - 1778

Pitt the Elder / Hoare
WILLIAM PITT - THE ELDER 1ST EARL OF CHATHAM English politician Date: 1708 - 1778

When We Were Twenty-One by H V Esmond
Promotional postcard for When We Were Twenty-One by H. V. Esmond. First produced at the Comedy Theatre, 2nd September 1901. Artist: Albert Morrow. Touring to Theatre Royal, Chatham, 16th March 1903

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

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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.