David Livingstone Collection (#5)

In 1894, the Free Church of Scotland established a mission at Khondowe and renamed the place Livingstonia in memory of Dr David Livingstone, the great missionary-explorer, who died in 1873

Scottish explorer and missionary David Livingstone preaching from a wagon, Africa, 19th century. Livingstone (1813-1873) was the first European to discover the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi river in

Map South and Central Africa, Livingstones discoveries
Vintage engraving of Map South and Central Africa, Livingstones discoveries

Dr. David Livingstone
Portrait of missionary and explorer David Livingstone. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century portrait

Dr. Livingstone, I presume? 1871
Stanley finding Dr. Livingstone at Ujiji, Tanganyika, 1871. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Blantyre Mill, Blantyre, Glasgow, Lankashire, Scotland, seen here in the 19th century. David Livingstone was born in Blantyre and was employed here from the age of 10 until he was 26

The church of the Catholic mission at Mua combines western religion with local art in a visually exciting way

St Paul de Loanda (Luanda), Angola, c1854 (1883). A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle

Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871. Ujiji (in what is now Tanzania) was the site of the famous meeting on 10 November 1871 between Henry Morton Stanley

David Livingstone, Scottish missionary and explorer, 19th century. Livingstone (1813-1873) was the first European to discover the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi river in central Africa

Lake Victoria Nyanza, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of Dr Livingstone. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

A Dangerous Enemy, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

A Troublesome Road, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

A Forest in Central Africa, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Lion Hunting At Night, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Lions Attacking A Buffalo, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Travelers Stung By Bees, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

African Traveller Attacked by A Lion, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Women Filling Egg Shells and Skins with Water, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Chasing the Ostrich, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

The Hartebeest, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Table Mountan - Cape of Good Hope, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of David Livingstone The Great Missionary Traveller. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Henry M. Stanley, Handbill from Lecture Tour in America, At age 31 discovered Dr. Livingstone in Afric
Henry M.Stanley, Handbill from Lecture Tour in America, At age 31 discovered Dr.Livingstone in Africa. Illustration From The Strand Magazine January-June 1891

Dr. Livingstone, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Dr. Livingstone (1813-73), explorer and missionary. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Sir Henry Morton Stanley meets David Livingstone, Africa, 1871. The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh explorer and journalist

Bringing David Livingstones body down to the coast, Africa, 1873. Scottish missionary and explorer Livingstone (1813-1873)

David Livingstone being carried on a makeshift stretcher through the jungle, Africa, 19th century. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873)

Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone being attacked by a lion, Africa, 19th century. Livingstone (1813-1873)

Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer, late 19th or early 20th century. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone

Zanzibar from the Sea, 1883. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle, 1883

The Last Mile, 1873 (1883) David Livingstone (1813-1873), Scottish missionary and African explorer, being carried the last mile to die at his African home in Ujiji, Tanganyika (Tanzania)

Natives Making Pombe, 1883. Pombe is an African beer made from plantains or bananas. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D

Village Blacksmiths, 1883. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle, 1883

A Frightful Incident, 1883. A woman taken by a crocodile. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D

Victoria Falls of the Zambesi, 1883. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873) was the first European to see the great falls on the River Zambezi in 1855

The Adventure with a Hippopotamus, 1883. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle, 1883

Natives Spearing an Elephant, 1883. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane, London and Newcastle, 1883

The Arrival at Lake Ngami, 1883. Lake Ngami is a lake in Botswana north of the Kalahari Desert. It is seasonally filled by the Okavango River, via the Okavango Delta

Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, South Africa, 1883. A print from The Life and explorations of David Livingstone, LL.D. compiled from reliable sources, Adam and Co, 14 Ivy Lane

The meeting between Henry Morton Stanley and Dr David Livingstone, Africa, 19th century
The meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) and Dr David Livingstone (1813-1873), Africa, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter

Henry Morton Stanley, African explorer, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Henry Morton Stanley, African explorer, 1880. Stanley was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone, who had been lost for two years in central Africa

Henry Morton Stanley, British American journalist, (c1900). Stanley (1841-1904) meets Scottish missionary Livingstone with the immortal words Dr Livingstone I presume

David Livingstone, Scottish missionary, (c1900). Portrait of Livingstone (1813-1873), the first European to see Victoria Falls which he named after Queen Victoria

Livingstone on his last journey, 19th century. David Livingstone, Scottish missionary and African explorer (1813-1873) was the first European to discover the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi river in

Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, Africa, c1890
Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Africa, c1890. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873)

Visit of Arabs at Kwirara, (c1875). David Livingstone (1813-1873) arrived in Africa in 1840 at the age of 27 as a missionary and physician

The Arrival at Lake Ngami, 19th century. Lake Ngami is a lake in Botswana north of the Kalahari Desert. It is seasonally filled by the Okavango River, via the Okavango Delta

Lake Victoria Nyanza, c1840-1900. Lake Victoria is 68, 800 square kilometres (26, 560 square miles) in size, making it the continents largest lake, the largest tropical lake in the world

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"David Livingstone: Unveiling the Mysteries of Africa in the 19th Century" Step into the world of David Livingstone, a Scottish explorer and missionary whose remarkable expeditions shaped our understanding of Africa in the 19th century. As part of the British Empire's grand ambitions, Livingstone embarked on daring journeys that left an indelible mark on history. With his trusty companions by his side, Dr. Livingstone ventured deep into uncharted territories, as depicted in Thomas Baines' captivating painting "Victoria Falls: The Leaping Water. " This magnificent natural wonder became a symbol of his awe-inspiring discoveries. Intriguing artifacts from these expeditions are now preserved at Newstead Abbey in England. James Chuma and Abdullah Susi proudly showcase these relics, testaments to their time spent alongside this extraordinary man. Tragically, upon his passing in 1873, Jacob Wainwright solemnly carried Livingstone's coffin through London streets captured forever in an albumen print. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the profound impact he had on both continents. Africa paid tribute to its beloved explorer with a monument bearing an inscription honoring David Livingstone's tireless efforts to uncover its hidden treasures. This testament stands tall amidst Zambia's breathtaking landscape where Victoria Falls cascades along the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe—a sight that undoubtedly stirred Livingstone's adventurous spirit. Living amongst African natives during his travels, Dr. Livingstone not only preached from wagons but also formed lasting connections with local communities who welcomed him warmly into their lives. His interactions fostered mutual respect and cultural exchange—an invaluable legacy still felt today. Livingston’s groundbreaking discoveries are beautifully illustrated on South and Central Africa maps—his meticulous exploration forever etched onto paper for future generations to marvel at. Venturing further south towards Angola lies St Paul de Loanda (Luanda), where Livingston set foot during his expeditions, leaving an enduring impact on the region.