George Bancroft Collection

George Bancroft, 1890
1577093 George Bancroft, 1890; (add.info.: Portrait of George Bancroft (1800-1891) American historian and statesman who was prominent in promoting secondary education both in his home state

George Bancroft, 1800 - 1891. American historian, statesman and United States Minister to the United Kingdom
2603452 George Bancroft, 1800 - 1891. American historian, statesman and United States Minister to the United Kingdom. From The Review of Reviews, published 1891 by English School, (19th century)

George Bancroft (engraving)
6025652 George Bancroft (engraving) by Chappel, Alonzo (1828-87) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Bancroft)

George Bancroft (b / w photo)
6033083 George Bancroft (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Bancroft)

American Celebrities (engraving)
1609401 American Celebrities (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Celebrities. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 March 1858)

Historians, George Bancroft, T B Macauley, Francis Parkman, Theodor Mommsen, William H Prescott, J L Motley (engraving)
970879 Historians, George Bancroft, T B Macauley, Francis Parkman, Theodor Mommsen, William H Prescott, J L Motley (engraving) by American School

George Bancroft (engraving)
964448 George Bancroft (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Bancroft, American historian and politician)

A Car Load of Texas Corn, ca. 1910. Creator: George B. Cornish
A Car Load of Texas Corn, ca. 1910

George Bancroft, 1800-1891, half-length portrait, seated at desk in library, facing front, c1880s. Creator: Unknown
George Bancroft, 1800-1891, half-length portrait, seated at desk in library, facing front, c1880s

George Bancroft, 1800-1891, (c1890?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
George Bancroft, 1800-1891, (c1890?). Three-quarter length portrait, seated at desk in library; man (Hermann?) standing in background. On back of print: "Hon

George Bancroft, 1800 - 1891. American historian and statesman. From The International Library of Famous Literature, published c.1900

George Bancroft (1882-1956), American actor, 20th century

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George Bancroft (1800-1891): A Pioneering American Historian and Statesman Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, George Bancroft rose to prominence as a historian, statesman, and United States Minister to the United Kingdom. Known for his magnum opus, "History of the United States," Bancroft's works were influential in shaping American historical discourse. This engraving from "The Review of Reviews" (1891) captures Bancroft's distinguished appearance. Another image, also from the late 19th century, shows the historian in more casual attire. Bancroft was part of a renowned group of American historians, including T.B. Macaulay, Francis Parkman, Theodor Mommsen, William H. Prescott, and J.L. Motley. Their works expanded the scope of historical inquiry and helped establish the United States as a cultural force. Bancroft's influence extended beyond academia. In this engraving from the early 20th century, actor George Bancroft (1882-1956) pays homage to the historian. Meanwhile, Washington Irving and his literary friends gather at Sunnyside, perhaps discussing Bancroft's latest historical findings. The enduring impact of George Bancroft's work continues to resonate, as we strive to understand our collective past.