Handed Collection

Grenadiers Mount Guard
Grenadier Guards mounting the Guard - the colours are handed to the officer in charge of the guard for the day; they will then be saluted, and the guard will march off with them

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston circumnavigates the globe
Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and his 32-foot ketch Suhaili, after completing a 312-day non-stop single-handed voyage around the world

SLOCUMs SPRAY
The boat which Joshua Slocum rebuilt and sailed single- handed round the world, 1895-1896

Walter Hagen at Muirfield 1929
American golfer Walter Hagen plays a left handed shot from a difficult position on the ninth hole at Muirfield, Scotland, his ball too close to a stone wall to hit in his usual right handed manner

David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street
Lloyd George pictured leaving Downing Street after his resignation with his wife and daughter Megan. His resignation announcement featured in the Court circular of 19th October

William Lillywhite
WILLIAM LILLYWHITE The Father of Modern Cricket A right-handed bowler, who played for Sussex in the 1820s. Date: early 19th century

J H King - Cricketer
John H King - left-handed cricketer for Leicestershire and England, making his debut for his country in 1909

New York City Depression
A scene in New York during the depression following the Wall Street Crash in 1929. Essential supplies are handed out to a line of impoverished citzens

Box at the Theatre by Hippolyte Bellange (1800-1866) French painter. Chaotic scene with overcrowded Box with audience fighting. Bottom left a top hat is being handed back

Major H G Brackley being handed the de Havilland logbooks
Major H.G. Brackley being handed the logbooks of de Havilland DH84 Dragon, G-ACPX, by Hugh Blackman in May 1934. Date: 1934

USA / Met Opera / Stage
NEW YORK a performer takes a bow, as a bouquet of flowers is handed up

Red-handed tamarin, Saguinus midas. (Great eared monkey, Simia midas) Illustration copied from George Edwards'
FLO4640604 Red-handed tamarin, Saguinus midas. (Great eared monkey, Simia midas) Illustration copied from George Edwards' figure of the little black monkey

Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875
530607 Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais

Elizabeth I on the hunting field alights to perform the ceremony of assaying the stag, 16th century (woodcut)
532707 Elizabeth I on the hunting field alights to perform the ceremony of assaying the stag, 16th century (woodcut) by English School

HMAS Yarra - River-Class Torpedo Destroyer
Royal Australian Navy - HMAS Yarra / HMS Yarra, a River-Class Torpedo Destroyer, making way at speed, on the River Clyde during manufacturers trials in 1910. Yarra was built by William Denny & Bros

The Irish Chiefs and Kings kneel before King Henry II (1133-1189) at Dublin, Ireland. In October 1171, King Henry landed with a large army in Ireland to establish control over both the Anglo-Normans

Picture No. 12018953
White-handed Gibbon female 060. Date:

Shell Motor Spirit Silver Trophy, Samuel Cody Archive
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: The Shell Motor Spirit Silver Trophy, 1912, by Mappin and Webb, hallmarked London 1912, with fine model of Cody?s Flyer, Type No

RMS Lusitania - ledger listing supplies prior to sailing
RMS Lusitania - rare hardbound ledger dated 28 June 1907 to 26 August 1907 relating to supplies and provisions for the Lusitania prior to sailing

Gordon Harker
Actor Gordon Harker (1885-1967) had a prolific film and stage career. Here he is being celebrated for his portrayal of Cockney characters. Date: circa 1932

Crowd of flat capped youths watching a street artist
This is a London street. The left handed artist is using chalk and his materials are on a cloth by his side. The postcard is one of the London Types series. Date: circa 1902

Angel Cabrera Plays Left Handed From Impossible Lie On 7th The Open Turnberry 2009 The Open Turnberry 2009 Turnberry, Ayrshire, Scotland 18 July 2009 Date: 18 July 2009

Harringtons One Handed Drive 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla, 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla Golf Club Louisville, Kentucky, USA 18 September 2008 Date: 18 September 2008

Harrington Drives One Handed 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla, 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla Golf Club Louisville, Kentucky, USA 18 September 2008 Date: 18 September 2008

"The women handed us the reloaded arms "(engraving)
5995164 " The women handed us the reloaded arms " (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The women handed us the reloaded arms)

Cinderella (colour litho)
6004346 Cinderella (colour litho) by Robinson, Charles (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cinderella. The Kings son handed her out of the coach)

The Double-handed Alphabet (engraving)
2793451 The Double-handed Alphabet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Double-handed Alphabet. Illustration for The Penny Magazine, 28 December 1833)

Underwater Wrecks Museum Salvaged Sherman tank
War wrecks in French waters became the property of the French Government and millions of tons of scrap iron were recovered by specialised firms

Tinman (engraving)
2802008 Tinman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tinman. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

"Handed a Bunch of Potato Flowers to his Majesty"(ink on paper)
960739 " Handed a Bunch of Potato Flowers to his Majesty" (ink on paper) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Lecture of Fencing at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving)
1602923 A Lecture of Fencing at the Lyceum Theatre (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Lecture of Fencing at the Lyceum Theatre)

The Civic "Pearl"Sword handed by the Lord Mayor to the Queen at Temple Bar (engraving)
1037143 The Civic " Pearl" Sword handed by the Lord Mayor to the Queen at Temple Bar (engraving) by English School

The History of a Crime, the Testimony of an Eye-Witness (engraving)
1049812 The History of a Crime, the Testimony of an Eye-Witness (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The History of a Crime)

Quarterstaff fighting - England
A quarterstaff (plural quarterstaves), also short staff or simply staff is a traditional European pole weapon and a technique of stick fighting

Port Hamilton as it is (engraving)
1050298 Port Hamilton as it is (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Hamilton as it is, Port Hamilton, Corea)

The beautiful traditional Italian festivals (colour litho)
2777892 The beautiful traditional Italian festivals (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The beautiful traditional Italian festivals)

The Master of the Mine, by Robert Buchanan (engraving)
1614129 The Master of the Mine, by Robert Buchanan (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Master of the Mine, by Robert Buchanan)

Tennis Terms (engraving)
1616479 Tennis Terms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tennis Terms. Illustration for The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 2 August 1884)

Gas-Fitter (engraving)
2801974 Gas-Fitter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gas-Fitter. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK)

Experiences of a British Officer of the Gendarmerie in Egypt (engraving)
1045667 Experiences of a British Officer of the Gendarmerie in Egypt (engraving) by Marie, Adrien Emmanuel (1848-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Methods of carrying injured persons (engraving)
6005614 Methods of carrying injured persons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Methods of carrying injured persons)

The Sportsmen came Home empty-handed (colour litho)
6013948 The Sportsmen came Home empty-handed (colour litho) by Neilson, Harry B (1861-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sportsmen came Home empty-handed)

The Silver Wedding Presents to the Prince and Princess of Wales at Marlborough House (engraving)
1595172 The Silver Wedding Presents to the Prince and Princess of Wales at Marlborough House (engraving) by English School

The Citys Homage to the Sirdar, the Lord Mayor presenting a Sword of Honour to Lord Kitchener in the Guildhall (litho)
1063678 The Citys Homage to the Sirdar, the Lord Mayor presenting a Sword of Honour to Lord Kitchener in the Guildhall (litho) by Dadd

Ladies Night at the Bath Club, a Varied Entertainment (litho)
1051615 Ladies Night at the Bath Club, a Varied Entertainment (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ladies Night at the Bath Club)

The Single-handed Alphabet (engraving)
2793450 The Single-handed Alphabet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Single-handed Alphabet. Illustration for The Penny Magazine, 28 December 1833)

Masonic Demonstration in Edinburgh (engraving)
2771580 Masonic Demonstration in Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Masonic Demonstration in Edinburgh)

Swords (litho)
6013448 Swords (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Swords. Illustration for The Harmsworth Encylopaedia (c 1922).); © Look and Learn

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In a world filled with historic moments and remarkable achievements, the concept of being "handed" takes on various meanings. From Grenadiers Mount Guard to Sir Robin Knox-Johnston circumnavigating the globe, these instances symbolize significant events that have shaped our history. Imagine standing at Grenadiers Mount Guard, feeling the weight of responsibility as you are handed the duty to protect and serve. The honor bestowed upon you is immense, as you become part of a long-standing tradition rooted in bravery and loyalty. Or picture Sir Robin Knox-Johnston embarking on his daring voyage around the world. As he sets sail aboard SLOCUMs SPRAY, he is handed not only his dreams but also countless challenges awaiting him in uncharted waters. With determination in his eyes, he embraces this opportunity to make history and inspire generations to come. Similarly, Walter Hagen's triumphant moment at Muirfield in 1929 comes to mind. As he gracefully swings his golf club with precision and finesse, victory is handed to him on a silver platter. His skillful performance showcases years of dedication and hard work paying off in one unforgettable moment. In contrast, there are times when being "handed" signifies an end rather than a beginning. David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street after serving as Prime Minister represents a transition of power - from one leader's hands into another's grasp. This symbolic act demonstrates the ebb and flow of political landscapes throughout history. Sports enthusiasts may recall William Lillywhite or J H King - cricketers who were handed their respective legacies through their exceptional talent on the field. Their names etched into cricketing history remind us that greatness can be passed down through generations like a baton exchanged during a relay race. The New York City Depression serves as an unfortunate reminder that sometimes life deals us difficult cards we never asked for nor expected – hardships thrust upon us without warning.