Commonwealth Collection (#4)

Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Map showing how territory in Europe was divided between the empires of Russia, Prussia and Austria in the 18th century

Petro Dorofeyevych Doroshenko, Hetman of Right-bank Ukraine (engraving)
3244543 Petro Dorofeyevych Doroshenko, Hetman of Right-bank Ukraine (engraving) by Russian School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petro Dorofeyevych Doroshenko (Ukrainian)

Ratification of the Truce of Andrusovo, 1667 (litho)
3244542 Ratification of the Truce of Andrusovo, 1667 (litho) by Russian School, (17th century); Russian State Archives of Ancient Documents (RGADA); (add.info.: The Truce of Andrusovo (Polish)

Enrique Prat de la Riba, (Castelltersol, 1870-Barcelona, 1917), lawyer and politician, in 1892 he was secretary of the assembly that drafted the Bases de Manresa

Firefighters battle flames near St. Pauls Cathedral
Firefighters battle flames on a shop near St. Pauls Cathedral London, after a night of heavy air raids causing extensive fire damage 29/30 December 1940

Observer listening post
Dawn breaks over an Observer Corps listening post, 23 November 1939

Bombed sports good shop
Groses sports shop in New Bridge Street London, suffering bomb damage December 1940

Londoners evacuating
Still smiling: Londoners, who are evacuating themselves, together with their belonging, enjoy a read on the tailboard of a removal van, 3 October 1940

Shot down German plane in a field
A farmer herding sheep around the wreckage of a German plane, shot down after a dog-fight over his farm, September 1940

Eagle squadron of fighters 1940
Eagle Squadron fighters in formation, one of three squadrons of the RAF formed with volunteer American pilots (prior to American entry into the war), 12 October 1940

WaFS in Paris
Womens Air Force (WaFs) in 1944, in Paris with Eiffel Tower in background

Training of Auxiliary Territorial Service
Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) women during training, 10 October 1939

Two models wearing Utility dresses
Models wearing first collection of utility dresses for women designed by Norman Hartnell

Wartime Fashion
The first collection of utility dresses for women designed by Norman Hartnell 1942

Army comforts depot in Reading
The Army depot at Reading, Berkshire, with some of the boxes containing comforts for the troops in France, 22 November 1939

John Lewis Oxford Street bombing aftermath
John Lewis department store on Oxford Street London, gutted after an air raid 18 September 1940

Changing underground sign lighting
Illuminating the sign with ultra-violet light, which would not seem that different to the bluish blackout lights, 14 January 1942

Rescuing books of records
Soldiers help City of London clerks rescue books of records, after massive air raids 29/30 December 1940

Refreshments after landing
Some of the first American troops to arrive in the UK 27 January 1942, only 7 weeks after Americas entry into the war, taking refreshment

Fitting gas masks
Children being fitted with gas masks, 17 April 1941

Entertaining the troops
Serving soldiers take to the stage to put on a show for their fellow soldiers, 9 October 1939

Recutting Australia 33745_019
Outline chalk map of Australia probably cut by members of the Australian Imperial Force between 1916 and 1917 being recut as part of First World War Centenary commemorations, Wiltshire, 2018

Diana, Princess of Wales, poses with her friends Jemima Khan and her husband Imran Khan at the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital in Lahore, Pakistan, founded by Imran Khan. 22nd May 1997

Princess Diana arrives at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Double Bay, Sydney at the beginning of her three day fund raising visit to Australia. 31st October 1996

Trooping the Colour - the Queens last ride
Queen Elizabeth II riding at the Trooping the Colour ceremony for the last time in 1986 on her horse Burmese. 1986

Royal Naval Temperance Society on HMS Commonwealth

Commonwealth Aircraft CA-18 Mustang Mk. 22 G-HAEC
Commonwealth Aircraft CA-18 Mustang Mk.22 G-HAEC Big Beautiful Doll (msn CACM-192-1517), of The Old Flying Machine Company. Date: circa 2000

Proposed Hotel Commonwealth, New York
Artists impression of the proposed Hotel Commonwealth, New York, USA - occupying a whole block, Broadway, 55th Street, 56th Street and 7th Avenue. The project failed in the mid-1920s. Date: circa 1916

The Menin gate, 1927
A photograph showing a grand archway of the Menin Gate, a war memorial in Ypres, Belgium, dedicated to the British and Commonwealth soldiers who died in the Ypres Salient of WW1

Poland. Mazoviens, Highlanders, Lithuanians, Cracowians
Poland. From left to right: 1- Mazoviens, 2- Highlanders, 3- Lithuanians, 4- Cracowians. Engraving by Lemaitre. History of Poland, by Charles Foster. Panorama Universal, 1840

Tadeusz Kosciuszko (1746-1817). Polish general and statesman. National hero in Poland and Belarus for his leadership of a national insurrection

Stanislaw II Augustus (1732-1798). King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1764-1795). He was the last monarch of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Portrait

First Partition of Poland
Partitions of Poland. The First Partition of Poland. It was decided on August 5, 1772. The agreement was signed in Vienna in February 1772

John III Sobieski - King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania
John III Sobieski (1629-1696). King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1674-1696). Statue dedicated to the Polish hero in Lazienki Park, Warsaw. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Lafon

Plan of the Battle of Vienna, 12 September 1683
Holy Roman Empire. Plan of the Battle of Vienna, 12 September 1683. It took place at Kahlenberg Mountain, near Vienna, ather the city had been besieged by the Ottoman Empire during two months

John III Sobieski (1629-1696). King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1674-1696). Portrait. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Lafon. History of Poland, by Charles Foster

Wladyslaw IV Vasa (1595-1648). King of Poland. Portrait
Wladyslaw IV Vasa (1595-1648). King of Poland (1632-1648). Grand Duke of Lithuania and titular king of Sweden. He was the eldest son of Sigismund III Vasa and Anna Habsburg of Austria. Portrait

Jan Karol Chodkiewicz (1560-1621). Military commander of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth army. Portrait. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Massard. History of Poland by Charles Foster

Sigismund III Vasa (1566-1632). Engraving, 1840
Sigismund III Vasa (1566-1632) or Sigismund III of Poland. King of Poland (1587-1632) and Sweden (1592-1599), Grand Duke of Lithuania and monarch of the united Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

Henry III. King of France. House Valois-Angouleme
Henry III of France (1551-1589). King of France (1574-1589), king of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania (1573-1575). House Valois-Angouleme. Portrait. Engraving by Lemaitre, Vernier and Laderer

Dinkas in Sudan
The charge of the Dinkas people before the King (George v) during the Sudanese royal visit. The Dinka people are a Nilotic ethnic group native to South Sudan with a sizable diaspora population

The Emperor of India with Lord Hardinge descending from the platform on arrival at Delhi to inspect the guard of honour, December 7, 1911

Lord Roberts and daughters
Lord Roberts and his daughters, Hon Aileen Mary and Hon Ada Edwina Stewart photographed at Pretoria South Africa. Field Marshal Frederick Sleigh Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts,  (September 1832 ?)

Red Cross Nurses - Boer War
South Australian red cross nurses, who went to South Africa with the colonial contingent. They worked during the Boer war (Oct 1899 ?? May1902)

Queen Victoria meeting colonial volunteers
Queen Victoria (May 1819- January 1901) meeting 90 colonial volunteers, who have come from the second Boer war (11 Oct 1899 ?? 31 May 1902). They represent 45 different regiments

General Bullers return from the Boer War
General Sir Redvers Buller driving through the decorated streets of Aldershot. Lady Audrey Buller is seen sitting beside her husband

Sir Milner and the YMCA
Sir Alfred Milner is seeing talking to the YMCA (Young men's Christian association) about the great future of South Africa

Lord Salisbury's stables in Hatfield house. Known as Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne Cecil. Born at Hatfield house (3 February 1830 ?)

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"Commonwealth: A Tapestry of History and Unity" In the realm of the Commonwealth, a grand tapestry is woven, intertwining the threads of history, unity, and resilience. At its helm stands Queen Elizabeth II, an emblematic figurehead not only for the United Kingdom but also for the diverse nations that form this remarkable alliance. As St. Paul's Cathedral rises majestically against London's skyline, it serves as a testament to endurance in times of adversity. Standing tall through wars and conflicts, it symbolizes the unwavering spirit that unites these nations under one commonwealth. A fine photographic portrait captures King George VI in all his regal glory—a reminder of past monarchs who have guided their realms with grace and dignity. Their legacy lives on within this vibrant community. The Imperial Institute in London stands as a beacon of knowledge and collaboration—an institution where minds converge to foster progress across borders. It epitomizes the shared pursuit of enlightenment among Commonwealth countries. An exact delineation engraving showcases bustling cities like London and Westminster alongside their vibrant suburbs—a representation of urban landscapes shaped by centuries-old traditions melding harmoniously with modernity. Amidst turmoil during World War II, a bomb disposal unit springs into action—brave individuals risking their lives to protect communities from harm. This selfless act embodies the collective strength found within each member nation. A powerful poster emerges from those dark days—a rallying cry urging The British Commonwealth of Nations Together; an embodiment of solidarity amidst chaos; reminding us that we are stronger united than divided. Colored shoulder patches proudly worn by Australian Corps soldiers reflect both national pride and camaraderie amongst allies—their bravery etched forever into history books as they fought side by side for freedom's cause. From football stadiums' rooftops spotters keep watchful eyes over crowds below—an image encapsulating how ordinary citizens contribute to safeguarding public safety—an essential aspect nurtured within the Commonwealth.