December Collection (page 8)

Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine
Model Peggy Chester - Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine, incorporating Eve's Own - photography by Nancy Sandys Walker Date: 1944

Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine
Model Peggy Chester - Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine, incorporating Eve's Own - photography by Nancy Sandys Walker Date: 1943

Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine
Model Peggy Chester - Cover of Woman's Illustrated Magazine, incorporating Eve's Own - photography by Nancy Sandys Walker Date: 1943

Interior of invitation for one-woman exhibition
The (folded-open) interior of the invitation card to Nancy Sandys Walker's one-woman exhibition Feminine Eye View at the Ilford Gallery, 106/7 High Holborn, London - December 1955

Vintage Winter
Xuan Thai

Washington parting from his officers at Fraunces Tavern, New York City, USA, on December 4th 1783
3052898 Washington parting from his officers at Fraunces Tavern, New York City, USA, on December 4th 1783. George Washington, 1732-1799. First President of the United States

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Prussian troops before Paris waiting for the sortie
530573 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Prussian troops before Paris waiting for the sortie. One rifleman, bayonet fixed, sits on an upright piano keeping watch while his companions enjoy a meal

Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880): A block in the Jugdulluk Pass: British troops having difficulties on their way to
530486 Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880): A block in the Jugdulluk Pass: British troops having difficulties on their way to reinforce General Roberts at Cabul (Kabul). December 1879

Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880): december 1879. Wood engraving
530484 Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880): december 1879. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: 10th Bengal Lancers negotiating the Jugdulluk Pass supervised by a British officer)

Little Girl with a Muff, Victorian card
NAT36079 Little Girl with a Muff, Victorian card; Private Collection

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Second charge at the battle of Dreux, 19 December 1562
535850 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Second charge at the battle of Dreux, 19 December 1562.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Second charge at the battle of Dreux, 19 December 1562)

London Board School, Denmark Terrace, Islington: Junior children writing on their slates after their free dinner
527871 London Board School, Denmark Terrace, Islington: Junior children writing on their slates after their free dinner. From The Graphic, London, 7 December 1889.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Interior of the church of Les Invalides, Paris, France, the reception the remains of Napoleon I after its return
543854 Interior of the church of Les Invalides, Paris, France, the reception the remains of Napoleon I after its return from St Helena: 15 December 1840

Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon enthroned in Notre Dame, Paris. Coloured engraving
543798 Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon enthroned in Notre Dame, Paris. Coloured engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon swearing the oath. Engraving
543744 Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon swearing the oath. Engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG

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The Defenders of Saragossa (litho)
8661112 The Defenders of Saragossa (litho) by Orange, Maurice Henri (1868-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Defenders of Saragossa)

Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians
530417 Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels in the harbour into the water as a protest against British

With my Best wishes for the Coming Year, Victorian Montage
ECD14310 With my Best wishes for the Coming Year, Victorian Montage; Private Collection

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Oliver Jarvis (GBR), driver of A1 Team Great Britain - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

Revolution in France: Election of a President of the Republic, December, 1848
530814 Revolution in France: Election of a President of the Republic, December, 1848. Taking the ballot boxes to the Hotel de Ville, Paris. Wood engraving 1848.; Universal History Archive/UIG

German foreign policy 1899, supporting the Boers in the South African (Boer) War
527365 German foreign policy 1899, supporting the Boers in the South African (Boer) War. William II telling Kruger, the Boer leader

Dr Roussell of Geneva giving woman direct blood transfusion from a volunteer, 7 February 1882
530639 Dr Roussell of Geneva giving woman direct blood transfusion from a volunteer, 7 February 1882. After the birth of premature twins in December 1881

American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862
528388 American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862. Army of the Potomac (Union) under Burnside crossing the Rappahannock, 13 December

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 5, Sentul
08.12.2006 Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia, James Hinchcliffe, Driver of A1Team Canada - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 5, Sentul

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 5, Sentul
10.12.2006 Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia, Race fans - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 5, Sentul, Sunday Race 2 - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

U.S. Army enters Germany, Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
U.S. Army enters Germany, Dec 1918. The American 18th Infantry crossing the Moselle River into Germany after World War I. The town in the background is Gravenmacher, in the Grand Dutchy of Luxemburg

Pres't's flag, Paris, 31 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Pres't's flag, Paris, 31 Dec 1918. A flag, probably used on the car of President Woodrow Wilson when he visited Paris to attend the Paris Peace Conference after World War I

Wilson, Paris, 19 Dec 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Wilson, Paris, 19 Dec 1918. President Woodrow Wilson (1856-1924) attending a reception for Marshall Joffre in Paris when he attended the Paris Peace Conference after World War I

German soldiers in the Aisne District, 26 Dec 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
German soldiers in the Aisne District, 26 Dec 1914 (date created or published later). German soldiers with a shelter in the Aisne District, France during World War I

Aviator officer of Germany, Dec 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
Aviator officer of Germany, Dec 1914 (date created or published later). German officers with aviator and airplane during World War I

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 5, Sentul
08.12.2006 Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia, Robbie Kerr, Driver of A1Team Great Britain - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 5, Sentul

FIA PRIZE GIVING - VERSAILLES, FRANCE, 2017
FIA Prize Giving Versailles, France. December 8, 2017. Lewis Hamilton with Toto Wolff, Jean Todt and Chase Carey during the FIA Prize Giving at Versailles

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Jonny Reid (NZL), driver of A1 Team New Zealand - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai, Friday Practice - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 5, Sentul
10.12.2006 Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia, Jonny Reid, Driver of A1Team New Zealand - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 5, Sentul, Sunday Race 2 - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Parthiva Sureshwaren (IND), driver of A1 Team India - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai, Friday Practice - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Goncalo Arauyo (POR), driver of A1 Team Portugal - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Sergio Jimenez (BRA), driver of A1 Team Brazil - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
15.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Sergio Jimenez (BRA), driver of A1 Team Brazil - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

Klipspringer Kopjes
Peter Hudson

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Sergio Jimenez (BRA), driver of A1 Team Brazil - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

Winter reflection
Winter by the lake on a foggy morning. Ales Krivec

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
15.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Sergio Jimenez (BRA), driver of A1 Team Brazil - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

Fashion Plate (Fashionable Walking Dresses in Dec. 1807), 1808. Creator: John Bell
Fashion Plate (Fashionable Walking Dresses in Dec. 1807), 1808

Fashion Plate (London Fashions As Worn December 1806), 1806. Creator: John Bell
Fashion Plate (London Fashions As Worn December 1806), 1806

French success on the Italian front; December 29, 1917, during artillery preparation... 1917. Creator: Unknown
French success on the Italian front; December 29, 1917, during artillery preparation, between the osteria of Monfenera and the ridge of Mount Tomba, 1917

Distant Fronts, in Jerusalem; The speech, on December 11, 1917, of the proclamation.. 1917. Creator: Unknown
Distant Fronts, in Jerusalem; The speech, on December 11, 1917, of the proclamation of General Allenby to the population of the city, in the presence of the staff of the allied troops

Coup d'etat in Portugal; Awaiting exile: Doctor Bernardino Machado.. 1917. Creator: Unknown
Coup d'etat in Portugal; Awaiting exile: Doctor Bernardino Machado, overthrown President of the Portuguese Republic, on his way to Madrid; with him, his daughters, 1917

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"December: A Kaleidoscope of Moments and Memories" As the year draws to a close, December unveils its vibrant colors like a mesmerizing rainbow illustration by Arthur Ferrier. It paints the world with hues of hope and reflection, reminding us of the beauty that exists even in the darkest times. In this month of festivities, our hearts find solace within "A House Full" by Cecil Aldin. Warmth fills every corner as loved ones gather, creating cherished memories that will forever be etched in our souls. Like an Earthrise photograph turned artwork, December brings moments of awe-inspiring unity. We remember the Christmas Truce of 1914 during WW1 when enemies laid down their weapons to celebrate peace together. It serves as a reminder that humanity's capacity for compassion can transcend even the harshest conflicts. Yet amidst such harmony, there are reminders of struggle and sacrifice. The sight of a German Panzer tank from 1944 or British guns dashing through French towns reminds us of those who fought bravely for freedom and justice. It also marks new beginnings and aspirations for higher education. As students embark on their academic journeys, they carry dreams that will shape their futures like Don Bradman going out to bat for the last time in Melbourne Cricket Ground – determination radiating from his every step. Just as Apollo 17 astronauts ventured into space with curiosity and courage, we too embrace December's spirit of exploration. It encourages us to reach beyond our limits and discover new frontiers within ourselves. However, history is not without its scars; it bears witness to human suffering like "The Bombardment of Hartlepools" captured by James Clark. These somber events remind us never to forget past atrocities so we may strive towards a future free from violence and injustice. On HMS Albion (R07), once used as a Commando Carrier, bravery permeates every deck – a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who protect and serve.