Dover Collection (#2)

Dover Castle, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Dover Castle, Dover, Kent, England, UK, Europe

Blanchard Flies Channel
Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Dr John Jefferies are the first people to cross the English Channel by air : their flight from Dover ends in the forest of Guines, near Andres

Brighton in 1789 (Beach)
Embarking from Brighthelmstone for Dieppe, part of a route from London to Paris advertised as ninety miles nearer than by way of Dover and Calais

Blanchard Channel Cross
Jean-Pierre Blanchard and Dr John Jefferies are the first people to cross the English Channel by air : their flight from Dover ends in the forest of Guines, near Andres

Dover Harbour Postcard
A steam train pulled up on the Admiralty Pier alongside a paddle steamer

Stagecoach / Shepherd Boy
The Dover coach passes a shepherd boy and his sheep

A tourist walks at Samphire Hoe solar towerhouse, Samphire Hoe, Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom (MR)

Samphire Hoe solar towerhouse, Samphire Hoe, Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom

The landing of Bleriot at Dover, England in1909 after making the first flight across the English Channel in a heavier
693723 The landing of Bleriot at Dover, England in1909 after making the first flight across the English Channel in a heavier than air aircraft. Louis Charles Joseph Bleriot, 1872 - 1936

White Cliffs of Dover, Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Dover Castle, Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chart of Dover Strait, c.1587-88 (watercolour on vellum)
7340491 Chart of Dover Strait, c.1587-88 (watercolour on vellum) by Teixeira, Luis (fl.1564-1612); 40x52 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Luis Teixeira Single sheet)

The sea coastes of England between the Isle of Wight and Dover, with the principal havens thereof according to their
7340013 The sea coastes of England between the Isle of Wight and Dover, with the principal havens thereof according to their situation and appearing, c.1588 (chart) by Janszoon Waghenaer

Cartoon depicting Britannia during a bad summer in Britain, 19th century
5308614 Cartoon depicting Britannia during a bad summer in Britain, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Britannia during a bad summer in Britain)

Abbot's Cliff Tunnel
5308405 Abbot's Cliff Tunnel.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Abbot's Cliff Tunnel, Dover. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

The ship Gitana, 1872 (Oil on canvas)
7338122 The ship Gitana, 1872 (Oil on canvas) by Streatfeild, Thomas (1777-1848); 57.2x92.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Dover Beach, after the painting by Turner
5614287 Dover Beach, after the painting by Turner; (add.info.: Dover Beach, after the painting by Turner. From International Library of Famous Literature, published c)

Mr Holbein being anointed with oil at Cape Grisnez (b/w photo)
8648457 Mr Holbein being anointed with oil at Cape Grisnez (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Holbein being anointed with oil at Cape Grisnez)

Matthew Webb
3586312 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

A steam-boat collision, 1850
3478539 A steam-boat collision, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a steam-boat collision in Dover. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Virgin Mary as Madonna in Glory (Notre Dame de Grace ) as protector of sailors
535105 Virgin Mary as Madonna in Glory (Notre Dame de Grace ) as protector of sailors and travelers Dover of the Holy Spirit flies over ship in lower half

What remains of an ancient Roman lighthouse
5307971 What remains of an ancient Roman lighthouse.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting what remains of an ancient Roman lighthouse, as it appeared in 1840, located on the Dover coastline)

The Road to Washington
2623667 The Road to Washington; (add.info.: Chromolithograph titled The Road to Washington game board for a game "The road to Washington" with "Washington" at the top)

The sea coastes betweene Dover & Orfordness: wherein is conteined the most famous River of Thames with all the sands
7340015 The sea coastes betweene Dover & Orfordness: wherein is conteined the most famous River of Thames with all the sands, bankes, flats

The Great Harry (coloured lithograph)
7341604 The Great Harry (coloured lithograph) by Mitchell, William Frederick (1845-1914); 18.6x26.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: W Fred Mitchell (artist); Virtue

Dover (engraving)
8637227 Dover (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dover. Illustration for Historical Collections of Ohio by Henry Howe (State of Ohio)

Lacey's Picturesque Views in Great Britain: Dover (engraving)
8640296 Lacey's Picturesque Views in Great Britain: Dover (engraving) by Bonner, George Wilmot (1796-1836); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dover)

This Mechanized Age, 1937: Train Ferry (colour litho)
8657529 This Mechanized Age, 1937: Train Ferry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Train Ferry)

Chart of the North Sea: Norway to the Dover Straits, c.1700 (coloured engraving)
7340605 Chart of the North Sea: Norway to the Dover Straits, c.1700 (coloured engraving) by British School, (18th Century); National Maritime Museum, London

Dover, Kent, South East England, Seen From The Sea In The Late 19Th Century
UIG5420286 Dover, Kent, South East England, Seen From The Sea In The Late 19Th Century. From Our Own Country Published 1898 ©UIG/Leemage

Disembarkation of the steamboat in Dover (England), with a view of Dover Castle on the cliff
MMM5461501 Disembarkation of the steamboat in Dover (England), with a view of Dover Castle on the cliff; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The steamboat disembarks in Dover (England)

Shakespeare Cliff in Dover (England), ca. 1849
MMM5460280 Shakespeare Cliff in Dover (England), ca. 1849; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Shakespeare Cliff in Dover (England), circa 1849

HMS Rolla off Dover, seen from the cliffs, 1850s (watercolour, paper, scratching out)
7342499 HMS Rolla off Dover, seen from the cliffs, 1850s (watercolour, paper, scratching out) by English School, (19th century); 12.2x17.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Pitt (circa 1787) near Dover returning from China 1787, 1789 (aquatint & etching)
7342293 The Pitt (circa 1787) near Dover returning from China 1787, 1789 (aquatint & etching) by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); 59.5x84 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Matthew Webb arriving at Calais
3586315 Matthew Webb arriving at Calais; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids, arriving in Calais

Dover (engraving)
8630854 Dover (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dover. Illustration for Scenes in England for the amusement)

English Windmills: Dover, Martin Mill (b/w photo)
8628787 English Windmills: Dover, Martin Mill (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dover, Martin Mill)

Dover to Sandwich and Blacknerse to Gravelines - The Spanish Armada and the English Fleet off Calais, c
7340034 Dover to Sandwich and Blacknerse to Gravelines - The Spanish Armada and the English Fleet off Calais, c. 1590 (manuscript) by Adams, Robert (1540-95) (after); National Maritime Museum

Sailboats near the cliffs of Dover in the Channel. 19th century engraving Sailing-ships in the English Channel near
NWI4874156 Sailboats near the cliffs of Dover in the Channel. 19th century engraving Sailing-ships in the English Channel near the White Cliffs of Dover

The Seal of Dover
3331125 The Seal of Dover; (add.info.: Engraving of the Seal of Dover. Dated 13th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig and his victorious commanders arriving at Dover on a vessel painted with jazz
3502801 Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig and his victorious commanders arriving at Dover on a vessel painted with jazz camouflage at the end of World War One

Matthew Webb
3586314 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

Matthew Webb
3586311 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start (b/w photo)
8648456 At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start)

Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les
530322 Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les Boraques near Calais, France

US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626480 US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archibald Bodkin)

Terrace houses on the Dover seafront
5307649 Terrace houses on the Dover seafront.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting terrace houses on the Dover seafront; Dover Castle on top of the cliffs. Dated 19th century)

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"Dover: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" Dover, a coastal town in Kent, England, holds within its embrace a rich tapestry of history and natural beauty. From deceiving invaders with the state of the tide to being the gateway for luxurious travel between London and Calais, it has witnessed countless tales unfold. In 1947, amidst post-war optimism, a couple strolls arm in arm on a railway platform beside the opulent locomotive known as the "Golden Arrow. " This train linked London to Dover, where eager passengers embarked on ferries bound for Calais in France. It was an era filled with hope and dreams of exploration. Venturing beyond the bustling town center lies St Margarets Bay at Cliffe - a serene haven nestled along the coast. Here one can find tranquility amidst picturesque landscapes that seem straight out of a painting. And if you venture further into Wales, even goats take leisurely walks through charming countryside paths. Sports enthusiasts will find solace at Crabble Cricket ground - an iconic venue where cricket matches have been played for generations. The spirit of unity is celebrated at Franco-British Exhibition held in London; it serves as a reminder that despite differences, collaboration brings forth progress. The White Cliffs stand tall as proud sentinels guarding this historic town's shores. These majestic cliffs are not only visually stunning but also serve as symbols of resilience throughout centuries past. They have witnessed wars fought and victories won – enduring testaments to England's strength. Traveling down Old Dover Road Blackheath takes us back in time; it whispers stories from days gone by when horse-drawn carriages traversed these very streets. Meanwhile, Cotswold Games dating back to the 17th century evoke images of merriment-filled festivities celebrating English traditions. Even across waters lie connections between nations: rowers from Oxford bravely crossing the English Channel in 1885, showcasing the indomitable spirit of sportsmanship.