Denis Collection (#33)

Manning Barricades 5
The government troops of general Lamoriciere charge the barricade in the rue Mazagran, at the Porte Saint- Denis, Paris

Saint Denis & Paris Site
Denis and his companions arrive at the original site of Paris, Lutece (Lutetia)

Papins Experiments
The experiments of Denis Papin with a steam cylinder lay the foundations of future steam- power development

Prussians at Versailles
The road from Paris to Versailles is controlled by an outpost manned by the Prussians at the porte Saint- Denis

News from Paris
At the poste restante at Saint-Denis, on the outskirts of Paris, letters from the city bring news, mostly gloomy

Coup: Street Fighting
Street fighting at the Porte Saint-Denis, Paris, where the Republicans construct one of their biggest barricades : but they succumb to the military

Coup: Barricade
Republican barricade at the Porte Saint-Denis, Paris

Fly-wheel at St. Denis
A huge fly-wheel dynamo at St. Denis station, used to light Paris. There were eight dynamos at the St. Denis station, producing a high tension current of 2250 volts and 210 amps

Royal Graves Vandalised
Hatred of the ancien regime is carried to extremes when vandals break into the crypt at Saint-Denis, take the royal corpses from their coffins and throw them in a common ditch

Voltaire Ferney
FRANCOIS-MARIE AROUET the French writer at Ferney on 4 July 1775, with Mme Denis, M de Laborde and M Adam: apparently he found this depiction unflattering!

Indian Ocean Reunion
Rough seas at Saint Denis de la Reunion

Canon / St Denis / 14th C
A canon of the Abbey of St Denis in red and white vestments

Abbe Suger / Dupre
SUGER, ABBOT French divine, historian, abbot of Saint-Denis

Louis VII Blessed
2ND CRUSADE Louis VII is blessed at Saint-Denis before leaving for the East

Porte / Saint Denis / Photo
A street scene in front of the Porte Saint Denis - one of the original gates into the city

Denis Diderot / Meissonier
DENIS DIDEROT French encyclopedist and philosopher who worked as a teacher and a translator. Discussing the encyclopedia with colleagues

Denis Papin & Kettle
DENIS PAPIN French pioneer of the steam engine, depicted formulating his theories in just the way Watt did, by watching a kettle steaming in the hearth

Denis Papin / Trade Card
DENIS PAPIN French physicist who experimented with hydraulics and pneumatic transmission of power

Thumbing a Lift
A young man hitch hiker, thumbs a lift from a Denis McCarthy lorry

Alarms, Night of 14 July
During the night following the attack on the Bastille, the people expect reprisals from the King : at the Porte Saint- Denis, a false alarm - but the threat is real enough

Napoleon I Shopping
He goes, incognito, to the shops of the rue Saint-Denis, Paris, to check on the prices he is quoted for the furnishing of his house

Paris / St Denis Abbey
The Abbey of St Denis

Boyle and Papin
Sir Robert Boyle and his assistant, Denis Papin, at work in the laboratory

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Denis: A Multifaceted Legend Denis, a name that resonates with greatness and excellence across various domains. Just like the famous snooker players who mesmerize audiences with their precision and skill, Denis embodies the spirit of determination and mastery in everything he does. In the annals of history, one cannot forget Denis's unwavering defense during the Battle of Waterloo at Chateau de Hougoumont. Just as he protected his territory on the snooker table, he stood firm against all odds to safeguard what was dear to him. But Denis is not limited to battles alone; he also knows how to create harmonious melodies. Like McCoy Tyner performing at Newport Jazz Festival in 1978, Denis effortlessly weaves together notes that transport listeners into a world of musical bliss. Sportsmanship runs through his veins - just like Compton and Edrich leaving the Oval pitch in 1953 after an intense match. Whether it be on a cricket field or within life's challenges, Denis exemplifies grace under pressure. The stage becomes his canvas when he shares it with legends such as Humphrey Lyttelton and Sidney Bechet at Colston Hall in Bristol back in 1956. Their synergy ignites sparks of creativity that illuminate every corner of the auditorium. Just as The Count Basie Orchestra captivated audiences at Royal Festival Hall in London during July 1980, so does Denis capture hearts wherever he goes. His charisma transcends boundaries and leaves an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to witness his presence. Even amidst war-torn landscapes like those witnessed during Peninsular War, Denis stands tall alongside riflemen from the 95th Regiment - embodying resilience and bravery beyond measure. Yet there is more than meets the eye; for behind this extraordinary persona lies a deep spiritual connection akin to Radha and Krishna displayed proudly within ISKCON temple walls. This connection fuels his passion and guides him on his journey.