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Flagpole Collection (page 5)

"Flagpoles: A Symbol of Heritage and Identity Across Continents" From the iconic Chatham Lighthouse in Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Ragged range of the Troldtinder or Witch Pinnacles from valley road, Horgheim, Norway, c1905

Ragged range of the Troldtinder or Witch Pinnacles from valley road, Horgheim, Norway, c1905
Ragged range of the Troldtinder or Witch Pinnacles (5055 ft.) from valley road, Horgheim, Norway, 1905. From " The Underwood Travel Library - Norway". [Underwood & Underwood, London, 1905]

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Enniskillen Castle, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, Ireland

Enniskillen Castle, Enniskillen, Co Fermanagh, Ireland

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Queen Mary - Britannia Rules the Waves

Queen Mary - Britannia Rules the Waves
Mary of Teck, Queen consort of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Empress consort of India, as the wife of King-Emperor George V (1867-1953) - " Rule Britannia

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Patriotic WW1-era postcard - Stars and Stripes Flag - USA

Patriotic WW1-era postcard - Stars and Stripes Flag - USA Date: 1917

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Cuba, Havana. Fortress wall and Cuban flag at San Carlos de la Cabana fortress in

Cuba, Havana. Fortress wall and Cuban flag at San Carlos de la Cabana fortress in the Parque Historico Militar Morro Cabana, El Morro Castle

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Opening ceremony on Ruislip Street, Totterdown Estate, Wandsworth, London, 1903

Opening ceremony on Ruislip Street, Totterdown Estate, Wandsworth, London, 1903
Opening ceremony of Totterdown Dwellings by His Majesty the King Edward VIII, Ruislip Street, Totterdown Estate, Wandsworth, London, 1903

Background imageFlagpole Collection: View from Woolwich Warren, Kent, 1794. Artist: Thomas Tagg

View from Woolwich Warren, Kent, 1794. Artist: Thomas Tagg
View from Woolwich Warren, Kent, 1794. Cannons can be seen on the left with ships on the River Thames in the distance

Background imageFlagpole Collection: flags by Washington Monument, Washington, DC, USA

flags by Washington Monument, Washington, DC, USA

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Fort, Sur, Oman

Fort, Sur, Oman

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Rustaq Fort, northern Oman

Rustaq Fort, northern Oman. Rustaq was once the capital of Oman. The fort was built in the 17th century

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Gripsholm Vardshus and Hotel, Swedens oldest inn, Mariefred, Sodermanland, Sweden

Gripsholm Vardshus and Hotel, Swedens oldest inn, Mariefred, Sodermanland, Sweden. Formerly a monastery, Gripsholm Vardshus has been taking in guests since 1609

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Land Gate, Korcula, Croatia

Land Gate, Korcula, Croatia. The city of Korcula, on the island of the same name in the Adriatic, has been settled since ancient times

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Hever Castle, Kent

Hever Castle, Kent. Converted into a manor house in 1462, Hever Castle was the seat of the Boleyn family, including Anne Boleyn, the second wife of Henry VIII

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Flags on the quayside, Sami, Kefalonia, Greece

Flags on the quayside, Sami, Kefalonia, Greece

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Norman Tower and Gatehouse, Bury St Edmunds, England

Norman Tower and Gatehouse, Bury St Edmunds, England

Background imageFlagpole Collection: International Airport, Tampa, Florida, c1940s

International Airport, Tampa, Florida, c1940s. [Tichnor Quality Views, Boston]

Background imageFlagpole Collection: New Tuberculosis Hospital, Tampa, Fla. c1940s

New Tuberculosis Hospital, Tampa, Fla. c1940s. [Tichnor Quality Views, Boston]

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Costa Rica, c1910

Costa Rica, c1910

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Congo, c1910

Congo, c1910

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Havana, Cuba, c1920

Castillo de la Real Fuerza, Havana, Cuba, c1920. From Souvenir Album from Havana Cuba. [Harris Bros. Company, Havana, Cuba, c1920]

Background imageFlagpole Collection: On the Sea-Shore, c1883 (1903-1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler

On the Sea-Shore, c1883 (1903-1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
On the Sea-Shore, c1883 (1903-1904). From The Studio Volume 30. [The Offices of the Studio Ltd. London, 1903-1904]

Background imageFlagpole Collection: British coastguardsman, c1890-c1893. Artist: William Christian Symons

British coastguardsman, c1890-c1893. Artist: William Christian Symons
British coastguardsman, c1890-c1893. A print from Her Majestys Navy Including its Deeds and Battles, by Lieut Chas Rathbone Low, Volume II, JS Virtue & Co, London, 1890-1893

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Union Jack Flying Half mast at the Eton College Boathouse, Berkshire, 1910

The Union Jack Flying Half mast at the Eton College Boathouse, Berkshire, 1910. The flag flies at half mast after the death of King Edward VII, who died on 6th May 1910

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Birthplace of the flag of the United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, c1930s

Birthplace of the flag of the United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, c1930s. Artist: Ewing Galloway
Birthplace of the flag of the United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, c1930s. No 239, Arch Street, the house where Betsy Ross is said to have made the first Stars and Stripes flag in 1777

Background imageFlagpole Collection: James Farley Post Office building, New York City, USA, c1930s. Artist: Ewing Galloway

James Farley Post Office building, New York City, USA, c1930s. Artist: Ewing Galloway
James Farley Post Office building, New York City, USA, c1930s. The Beaux-Arts style building was completed in 1912. A print from Countries of the World, edited by JA Hammerton, volume V

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London, early 20th century

The Royal Mint, Tower Hill, London, early 20th century. The building, designed by James Johnson and Robert Smirke, was completed in 1809

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Mandarins house, China, 1847. Artist: Armstrong

Mandarins house, China, 1847. Artist: Armstrong
Mandarins house, China, 1847. Illustration from The History of China and India, by Miss Corner, (Dean and Co, London, 1847)

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, c1930

Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, c1930. TheRoyal Bermuda Yacht Clubis a privateyachtclub, established as theBermuda Yacht Clubon 1st November 1844

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Georgetown Cricket Club Ground, British Guiana, 1910 (1912)

The Georgetown Cricket Club Ground, British Guiana, 1910 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Hoisting the Royal Standard at the Tower of London, 1856

Hoisting the Royal Standard at the Tower of London, 1856. From The Illustrated London News (31 May 1856)

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Street in Tokyo, Japan, late 19th century. Artist: John L Stoddard

Street in Tokyo, Japan, late 19th century. Artist: John L Stoddard
Street in Tokyo, Japan, late 19th century. Photograph from Portfolio of Photographs, of Famous Scenes, Cities and Paintings by John L Stoddard, published by the Werner Company, (Chicago, c1899)

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Quebec, Canada, late 19th century

Quebec, Canada, late 19th century. View of the lower town and harbour from the citadel, from a drawing by Princess Louise whose husband The Marquess of Lorne was governor-general of Canada from 1878

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Artist: Paul Helleu

Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Artist: Paul Helleu
Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Norwegian pavilion at the Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900

The Norwegian pavilion at the Universal Exhibition of 1900, Paris, 1900. The Exposition Universelle of 1900 was a worlds fair held in Paris, France

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Fort Garry, Manitoba, Canada, late 19th century

Fort Garry, Manitoba, Canada, late 19th century. A stone fort was built at Lower Fort Garry by the Hudson?s Bay Company in the 1830s

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Naples, 19th century. Artist: Landelot-Theodore Turpin de Crisse

Naples, 19th century. Artist: Landelot-Theodore Turpin de Crisse
Naples, 19th century. Vesuvius looms menacingly in the background. From the Musee Baron Martin de Gray, France

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Paumgartner Alterpiece, 1498-1504. Artist: Albrecht Durer

The Paumgartner Alterpiece, 1498-1504. Artist: Albrecht Durer
The Paumgartner Alterpiece, 1498-1504

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Asoka Pillar, Delhi, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon

Asoka Pillar, Delhi, c20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Asoka Pillar. Delhi, c20th century. The pillars of Ashoka are a series of columns dispersed throughout India, erected or at least inscribed with edicts by the Mauryan king Ashoka during his reign in

Background imageFlagpole Collection: The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818)

The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). Artist: William Heath
The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). The French tricolour is pulled down and the Union Jack run up the flagpole in its place

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Reconstruction of the north-eastern facade of Sennacheribs palace (Kouyunjik), Assyrian, 1853

Reconstruction of the north-eastern facade of Sennacheribs palace (Kouyunjik), Assyrian, 1853. Sennacherib, King of Assyria (701 BC-681 BC), built a magnificent palace at the kingdoms capital

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Reflections in 42nd street, New York 2n

Reflections in 42nd street, New York 2n
New York, USA - 4 November 3023 Distorted reflections of skyscrapers bounce around this archetypal street canyon in Manhattan

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Reflections in 42nd street, New York USA 2

Reflections in 42nd street, New York USA 2
New York, USA - 3 November 2013; no people in view. Distorted reflections of skyscrapers bounce around this archetypal street canyon in Manhattan

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Oars, Flags and Arms of the Colleges of Oxford University

Oars, Flags and Arms of the Colleges of Oxford University (2/3). Featured on this card: New, Lincoln, Magdalen, Brasenose, Corpus Christi, Christ Church, Trinity and St. John s. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageFlagpole Collection: WW2 Christmas card with plane and crew

WW2 Christmas card with plane and crew
WW2 pop-up Christmas card with plane and crew -- wishing you the best of luck. Date: circa 1942

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Oath: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster

Oath: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Oath - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: The highest destiny of the individual is to serve rather than to rule. ~ Albert Einstein

Background imageFlagpole Collection: North side of the harbour, Mevagissey, Cornwall. Early 1900s

North side of the harbour, Mevagissey, Cornwall. Early 1900s
View looking back towards the inner harbour from the outer harbour wall. Photographer: Unknown

Background imageFlagpole Collection: Point Neptune House, viewed from St Catherines and looking north towards the harbour entrance

Point Neptune House, viewed from St Catherines and looking north towards the harbour entrance, Fowey, Cornwall
Rows of houses can be seen along the coast, along with boats in the harbour. Photographer: Unknown

Background imageFlagpole Collection: ABT1091407

ABT1091407
Salvin's Flag tower and Tudor architecture of Rockingham Castle




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"Flagpoles: A Symbol of Heritage and Identity Across Continents" From the iconic Chatham Lighthouse in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, to the picturesque Fowey Harbour in Cornwall, England, flagpoles stand tall as a testament to pride and tradition. These towering structures can be found across continents, representing the rich history and diverse cultures that make up our world. In North America, specifically at Eureka Inn in Humboldt County, California, flagpoles proudly display the stars and stripes of the United States of America. They serve as a reminder of the nation's unity and resilience. Across the Atlantic Ocean in Europe's Channel Islands lies Mont Orgueil with its majestic castle overlooking the town. Here, a flagpole waves high above Jersey Island symbolizing strength and protection. Santa Barbara's Pier boasts a flagpole that dances with every ocean breeze. It stands as a beacon for sailors navigating California's coastlines while adding charm to this coastal paradise. San Diego showcases its most famous building through an impressive flagpole that soars above it. This architectural marvel is not only visually striking but also represents San Diego's vibrant spirit. London too has its fair share of notable flagpoles; T & W Farmiloe Limited on Rochester Row proudly displays flags from around the world - a true reflection of London's cosmopolitan character. Jackson Square embraces New Orleans' cultural heritage with an elegant flagpole standing tall amidst historic architecture. It serves as a gathering point for celebrations and commemorations alike. The Ferry Boat Inn at Helford Passage transports us back in time before 1906 when Cornwall was bustling with maritime activity. Its weathered flagpole tells stories of seafaring adventures long past. On St John's Isle of Man stands Tynwald Hill - an ancient meeting place where laws are made by elected representatives under their national banner fluttering atop yet another proud flagpole.