Colonialism Collection (page 7)

Building with different flags (Quebec, France) in the historic district of Quebec City, Canada
NWI4868281 Building with different flags (Quebec, France) in the historic district of Quebec City, Canada; (add.info.: Building with different flags (Quebec)

Entree of the Maison of Louis Jolliet Canadian explorer (1645-1700) in the PeuChamplain neighbourhood, Quebec, Canada
NWI4868190 Entree of the Maison of Louis Jolliet Canadian explorer (1645-1700) in the PeuChamplain neighbourhood, Quebec, Canada; (add.info)

Geographic map of the British-Dominion Territories of North America, c. 1870. Colour engraving, 19th century
NWI4867633 Geographic map of the British-Dominion Territories of North America, c. 1870. Colour engraving, 19th century.; (add.info)

Map showing Louisbourg, a Canadian city in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada, under the British flag, 1745
NWI4867370 Map showing Louisbourg, a Canadian city in the province of Nova Scotia, Canada, under the British flag, 1745. Colouring engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info.: Map showing Louisbourg)

French priest baptizing the natives in Annapolis Royal in New Scotland. 17th century. 19th century coloring engraving
NWI4867282 French priest baptizing the natives in Annapolis Royal in New Scotland. 17th century. 19th century coloring engraving.; (add.info)

Colonial Africa: African workers descending into a diamond mine near Johannesburg (British Colony), South Africa
NWI4855500 Colonial Africa: African workers descending into a diamond mine near Johannesburg (British Colony), South Africa

The establishment of the French colony of Samuel de Champlain (1567-1635) at Quebec, on the St
NWI4849596 The establishment of the French colony of Samuel de Champlain (1567-1635) at Quebec, on the St. Lawrence River, New France (Canada), in 1613

Establishment of a Spanish colonial mission typical of North America. Colouring engraving of the 19th century
NWI4848771 Establishment of a Spanish colonial mission typical of North America. Colouring engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info)

Rene Robert Cavelier de La Salle (1643-1687) debarred in Matagorda, Texas in 1685
NWI4901789 Rene Robert Cavelier de La Salle (1643-1687) debarred in Matagorda, Texas in 1685. LaSalle landing in Matagorda Bay TX, in trying to colonize the Gulf Coast area

Map of New France showing the coasts of Canada and the Gulf of St. Lawrence around 1550 (Map of New France, 1550)
NWI4901669 Map of New France showing the coasts of Canada and the Gulf of St. Lawrence around 1550 (Map of New France, 1550, showing coast of Canada and the St)

Native population of America: Indians of the United States. Samoset (1590-1653) met the pelerins, settlers of Plymouth
NWI4931674 Native population of America: Indians of the United States. Samoset (1590-1653) met the pelerins, settlers of Plymouth, years 1620

Le Triboulet, 1886_6_6 - Illustration by Pierre-Albert Douat BlassJ. (1847-1892)
ICA4929382 Le Triboulet, 1886_6_6 - Illustration by Pierre-Albert Douat BlassJ. (1847-1892): A Nightmare - Colonization Colonialism Colonies, Tunisia, Tonkin - Ferry Jules, Bat - Reve, Animalisation

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): A Frenchman poses in colonial dress with his colonial helmet, 1900
LUX4810338 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): A Frenchman poses in colonial dress with his colonial helmet, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): Degats of the Typhoon of 1903 on the Sawmill, 1903
LUX4810306 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): Degats of the Typhoon of 1903 on the Sawmill, 1903; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): The ship Paul Bert anchoring in Haiphong Harbour, 1903
LUX4810293 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): The ship Paul Bert anchoring in Haiphong Harbour, 1903; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): A rickshaw (shoot grows) in the streets of Haiphong, 1900
LUX4810222 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): A rickshaw (shoot grows) in the streets of Haiphong, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): Along the red river, in a sawmill, pre-boarding exotic wood condition
LUX4810211 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai Phong): Along the red river, in a sawmill, pre-boarding exotic wood condition, board manufacturing, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong: In Felix Faure Boulevard a rickshaw carries two passengers, 1900
LUX4810179 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong: In Felix Faure Boulevard a rickshaw carries two passengers, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): In Haiphong port an observation post. 1900
LUX4810170 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): In Haiphong port an observation post. 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): In Haiphong port an observation post

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): manufacture of cement nozzles, 1900
LUX4810103 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): manufacture of cement nozzles, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): manufacture of cement nozzles

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Motorcycle race in the streets of Haiphong, the audience of French military
LUX4810014 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Motorcycle race in the streets of Haiphong, the audience of French military, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam)

Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Motorcycle Race on Haiphong Street, 1900
LUX4809994 Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Motorcycle Race on Haiphong Street, 1900; (add.info.: Indochina/Vietnam, Haiphong (Hai phong): Motorcycle Race on Haiphong Street

Tunisia: An outdoor walk in a Tunisian village, 1920
LUX4809299 Tunisia: An outdoor walk in a Tunisian village, 1920; (add.info.: Tunisia: An outdoor walk in a Tunisian village, 1920); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Algeria: Against the light, women veiled along the port at the Admiraute, 1920
LUX4809262 Algeria: Against the light, women veiled along the port at the Admiraute, 1920; (add.info.: Algeria: Against the light, women veiled along the port at the Admiraute)

Portrait of John Smith (1580 - 1631) English military, explorer and colonizer of Virginia. Engraving
NWI4903110 Portrait of John Smith (1580 - 1631) English military, explorer and colonizer of Virginia. Engraving. Captain John Smith

A couple of French settlers in colonial uniform drink with a black indigenous woman from Madagascar
PCT4290492 A couple of French settlers in colonial uniform drink with a black indigenous woman from Madagascar, 19th century (chromo); (add.info)

Algeria, Ain Zeft: 3 men pose in front of a new tank, 1906
LUX4780884 Algeria, Ain Zeft: 3 men pose in front of a new tank, 1906; (add.info.: Algeria, Ain Zeft: 3 men pose in front of a new tank, 1906); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Algeria, Ain zeft: local population around an Arab dancer and a Europeen with accordeon, 1906
LUX4780189 Algeria, Ain zeft: local population around an Arab dancer and a Europeen with accordeon, 1906; (add.info.: Algeria)

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): May 5, 1900, before the World Expo, the Indochine Pavilion, 1900
LUX4777089 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): May 5, 1900, before the World Expo, the Indochine Pavilion, 1900; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): May 5, 1900, before the World Expo

Algerie, Oranie, Saint Aime: Plain du Cheleff, steamer dragging a tank car from the Syndicat des petroles du Dahra
LUX4781263 Algerie, Oranie, Saint Aime: Plain du Cheleff, steamer dragging a tank car from the Syndicat des petroles du Dahra, 1904 - Syndicat des petroles d'Oran/saint Aime; (add.info.: Algerie)

Algeria, Cheliff Region, Chlef: 4 Algerians pose in front of the tent of a European looking for oil, 1917
LUX4781083 Algeria, Cheliff Region, Chlef: 4 Algerians pose in front of the tent of a European looking for oil, 1917; (add.info.: Algeria, Cheliff Region)

Algeria: on the Mediterranee, en route to Algeria on the Marseille, passengers on the bridge
LUX4780978 Algeria: on the Mediterranee, en route to Algeria on the Marseille, passengers on the bridge, 1903 - liner: Le Marseille; (add.info.: Algeria: on the Mediterranee)

Algeria, Ain Zeft: Europeans contemplate the oil coming from the pipe, 1906
LUX4780895 Algeria, Ain Zeft: Europeans contemplate the oil coming from the pipe, 1906; (add.info.: Algeria, Ain Zeft: Europeans contemplate the oil coming from the pipe)

Algeria, Cheliff Region, Chlef: girls in traditional clothing wearing jewellery, 1904
LUX4780847 Algeria, Cheliff Region, Chlef: girls in traditional clothing wearing jewellery, 1904; (add.info.: Algeria, Cheliff Region, Chlef: girls in traditional clothing wearing jewellery)

Algeria, Orenie, Oran: a walking merchant, a man with his donkey and Algerian riders in a street of Oran, 1903
LUX4780648 Algeria, Orenie, Oran: a walking merchant, a man with his donkey and Algerian riders in a street of Oran, 1903; (add.info.: Algeria, Orenie, Oran: a walking merchant)

Algeria, Algiers: warehouse, docks and wagons, animated view of the port of Algiers, 1903
LUX4780600 Algeria, Algiers: warehouse, docks and wagons, animated view of the port of Algiers, 1903; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: warehouse, docks and wagons, animated view of the port of Algiers)

France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Saumur: Algerians from the 1st regiment who pose in their barracks with
LUX4747273 France, Pays de la Loire, Maine-et-Loire (49), Saumur: Algerians from the 1st regiment who pose in their barracks with uniform and medals, 1900; (add.info.: France, Pays de la Loire)

Colons playing bowling in New Netherlands (United States), 17th century. 19th century colour engraving
NWI4961699 Colons playing bowling in New Netherlands (United States), 17th century. 19th century colour engraving.; (add.info.: Colons playing bowling in New Netherlands (United States)

The colonists of Virginia waiting for Mass at the Church of Christ Church in Alexandria, United States, 18th century
NWI4959101 The colonists of Virginia waiting for Mass at the Church of Christ Church in Alexandria, United States, 18th century

Algeria: An olive oil dealer shelters under an umbrella, on a walk of a village, 1920
LUX4809227 Algeria: An olive oil dealer shelters under an umbrella, on a walk of a village, 1920; (add.info.: Algeria: An olive oil dealer shelters under an umbrella, on a walk of a village)

Algeria: colonial army with French army and indigenous army - Bivouac in a village, encampment, 1895
LUX4805234 Algeria: colonial army with French army and indigenous army - Bivouac in a village, encampment, 1895; (add.info.: Algeria)

Algerie, Algiers: defile des Spahis in the city, 1895 - shops: drugstore new " Croix de Geneve"
LUX4805203 Algerie, Algiers: defile des Spahis in the city, 1895 - shops: drugstore new " Croix de Geneve", the house of fashion; (add.info.: Algerie)

Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900
LUX4803378 Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900
LUX4803370 Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: European district by the sea, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Algeria, Mustapha: The Palace of the Government, 1900
LUX4803490 Algeria, Mustapha: The Palace of the Government, 1900; (add.info.: Algeria, Mustapha: The Palace of the Government, 1900); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Algeria, Algiers: A general view of Algiers on the harbour and lighthouse, 1900
LUX4803364 Algeria, Algiers: A general view of Algiers on the harbour and lighthouse, 1900; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: A general view of Algiers on the harbour and lighthouse)

Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river, 1828
3480380 Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river, 1828; (add.info.: Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river)

A soldier of the French Foreign, 1890
3480320 A soldier of the French Foreign, 1890; (add.info.: Illustration of a soldier of the French Foreign. Circa 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Unveiling the Complexities of Colonialism: Tracing its Global Impact through Time and Space" Step into a captivating journey as we explore the multifaceted nature of colonialism, from its origins to its lasting effects on various regions across the world. Our first stop takes us to Kingston Norfolk Island, where restored British penal colony buildings stand as a testament to a dark chapter in history. This World Heritage listed area invites reflection on the lives impacted by this system. Next, we delve into an 1886 map of the British Empire by Walter Crane, revealing the vast extent of imperial control during that era. The empire's reach is further depicted in McVitie's World Map Empire, showcasing how Britain left an indelible mark on countless nations. As we shift our gaze towards America, we witness The Pilgrim Fathers boarding the Mayflower—a pivotal moment that laid foundations for future colonization endeavors. Meanwhile, Patersons Camp Coffee advertisement reminds us of how commerce played a significant role in sustaining these ventures. The Gordon Highlanders' heroic tale unfolds next; Piper Findlater's V. C. Win at Dargai in 1897 exemplifies both bravery and imperialism intertwined within historical narratives. A thought-provoking American cartoon from 1882 portrays England as an octopus-like figure symbolizing imperialism's insatiable appetite for land across continents. Turning our attention to Africa, an unknown creator presents us with a General Map of British South Africa from 1900—highlighting territorial divisions resulting from colonial rule. In times of war like WWI, propaganda posters such as "The Empire Needs Men" underscored how colonies were called upon to support their colonizers' interests. Venturing deeper into Africa brings us face-to-face with Congo—a powerful Punch cartoon published in 1906 that critiques European exploitation and brutality during colonization efforts. Mayo College stands tall in Ajmer, Rajasthan—an educational institution shaped by British influence, reflecting the cultural assimilation that often accompanied colonial rule.