Imperialism Collection (#56)

Habibollah Khan (1872-1919) in 1893. Eldest son of Abdor Rahman Khan and great-grandson of Dost Mohammad Khan. Ruler of Afghanistan 1901-1919: Barakzai dynasty. Wood engraving

Abyssinia under threat from Italy
Abyssinia (Ethiopia) under threat from Italy. Mussolini, Italian Fascist dictator shouting down the telephone On 9 May 1936 Mussolini was able to announce that Italy had an empire

Abyssinia under attack by Italy
Abyssinia (Ethiopia) under attack by Italy. An Italian bomber approaching herdsmen and their goats. On 9 May 1936 Mussolini was able to announce that Italy had an empire. Italian propaganda postcard

Vasco Nunes de Balboa (1475 - 1519) Spanish conquistador and explorer, the first European to see the east of the Pacific Ocean, September 1513

Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1900): British position at Sherpore, Cabul (Kabul). Gatling gun bastion making ready to repel attack by the Ghazis, 23 December 1879. Wood engraving February 1880

Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880): Yakub (Yakoob) Khan, ruler of Afghanistan, at a review at Gundamuck, 30 May 1879, after signing of Treaty of Gundamuck on 26 May

Charles George Gordon (1833-1885) English soldier, called Chinese Gordon. Killed at Khartoum 16 January 1885 when forces of the Mahdi overwhelmed the city

Schonbrunn Palace (Schloss Schonbrunn), Imperial residence of Habsburg until 1918
Austria, 18th century. Vienna. Schonbrunn Palace (Schloss Schonbrunn), the Imperial residence of the Habsburg until 1918

PINZON, Vicente Yᱥz ( -1515). Spanish sailor
PINZON, Vicente Yᱥ z ( -1515). Spanish sailor. Painting. SPAIN. Madrid. Navy Museum

United States (18th c. ). Philadelphias Declaration
United States (18th c.). Philadelphias Declaration of Independence (4th July 1776)

Brazil (17th c. ). Salvador of Bahia. The city
Brazil (17th c.). Salvador of Bahia. The city and the harbour. Engraving

Sevilla. Painting

Ceuta (19th c. ). Engraving. SPAIN. Donostia
Ceuta (19th c.). Engraving. SPAIN. Donostia. San Telmo Municipal Museum

Edward VIII in India
EDWARD VIII, When still Prince of Wales, photographed with the Maharajah Kumar, at his Residency in Udapair. Date: 1894 - 1972

Edward VIII in Japan
EDWARD VIII On a tour of Japan, when Prince of Wales, he purchases a walking stick at Lake Chuzenji, near Nikko. Date: 1894 - 1972

Xi an, China, Miniature sculpture of terracotta warrior sitting cross-legged against blue background

AFRICA: COLONIAL DEPOT. Depot of stores for British ships at Funzi, on the island of Pemba, off the coast of Tanzania. Line engraving, 1881

AFRICA: MAKOLOLO CHIEF. Chief Katunga of the Makololo, Nyasaland (present-day Malawi). Line engraving, 1889

NYASALAND: CONSULAR STAFF. Standard bearer of the consular staff at Nyasaland, the British-controlled territory along Lake Malawi, Africa. Line engraving, 1889

AFRICA: COLONIAL DEPOT. Coaling station at a depot of stores for British ships at Funzi, on the island of Pemba, off the coast of Tanzania. Line engraving, 1881

AFRICA: YAO CHIEF, 1889. Chief Mpama of the Yao, Nyasaland (present-day Malawi). Line engraving, 1889

AFRICA: YAO CHIEF, 1889. Chief Mileta of the Yao and his son, Nyasaland (present-day Malawi). Line engraving, 1889

AFRICA: ANGONI CHIEF. Chief Kafisi of the Angoni, Nyasaland (present-day Malawi), Africa. Line engraving, 1889

NYASALAND: CONSUL STAFF. An orderly at the British Consul of Nyasaland (present-day Malawi), Africa. Line engraving, 1889

AFRICA: YAO CHIEF, 1889. Chief Malunga of the Yao, Nyasaland (present-day Malawi). Line engraving, 1889

NYASALAND: CONSUL STAFF. The kilaugosi, or leader of the caravan, at the British Consul of Nyasaland (present-day Malawi), Africa. Line engraving, 1889

AFRICA: MANGANJA WOMAN. Manganja woman of Nyasaland (present-day Malawi), East Africa. Line engraving, 1889

NEW ZEALAND WARS, 1865. The surrender of the Maori chief, Wiremu Tamihana, to brigadier-general Carey in May 1865. Wood engraving, English, 1865

NEW ZEALAND WARS, 1864. Surrender of the Tauranga Natives at the Te Papa Station. Wood engraving, English, 1864

Olivet House Hotel, Jerusalem
Postcard advertising the Olivet House Hotel, Jerusalem, a first class English family hotel, established 1880, managed by Mrs Landrey. Date: early 20th century

EMBLEMS OF EMPIRE
Emblems of Empire, at Inverary, Argyllshire, Scotland. Date: 1930s

Togo Police Training
Shooting practice for a German-controlled native African police troup, the Haussars in Lome, Togo, West Africa. Date: 1930s

Empire Day Flags 1930S
British women making Union Jack flags for Empire Day, when the British Empire was celebrated in Britain and the Commonwealth. Date: early 1930s

Pioneer Force in Mashonaland
The Pioneer Force of Cecil Rhodes and the South Africa Company at the Tuli River, in Mashonaland, Southern Rhodesia (present day Zimbabwe) during the annexation of the region by the British

Egypt Hunt Breakfast 19C
A hunt breakfast. Date: 1888

Statue of Francisco Pizarro, Plaza Mayor, Trujillo, Extremadura, Spain, Europe

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Map of Asia, circa 1870. Printed color lithograph, 19th century

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Brirish Royal Horse Artillery charge against unmounted natives near Allahbad, India, during the Sepoy Rebellion, 1857. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Soldiers of Charles XII reconquer Malmo, retaking Skane from the Russians during the Great Northern War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Flight of Swedish King Charles XII after losing the Battle of Poltava to Peter the Great, 1709. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Drummer reenactor in olc Quebec
Colonial French army reenactor portraying a drummer in 18th-century Quebec. Digital photograph

Drummer reenactor in old Quebec
Colonial French army reenactor portraying a drummer in 18th-century Quebec. Digital photograph

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British official reading the Decree of Expulsion to Acadians in Canada, 1755. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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British removing Acadians from Canada in 1755. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Capture of French Quebec by the English, 1629. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction from Hennepin 1698

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Deportation of the Acadians by the British, 1755. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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A fleet of tea-ships in the China Sea, 1880s. Hand colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Shah Allum, Mogul of Hindostan, reviewing troops of the British East India Company, 1781. Hand-colored woodcut

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"Imperialism: A Global Phenomenon Shaped by Power and Ambition" The world map, adorned with the vast empires of yesteryears, reminds us of the complex history of imperialism. From the Death to World Imperialism poster created in 1919 by Dmitriy Stakhievich Moor to Stonehenge's Longest Day, Wiltshire witnessed both ancient rituals and imperial conquests. The Treaty of Waitangi stands as a symbol of British colonial expansion into New Zealand, while the British Empire Marketing Board's Takoradi Harbour poster showcases their ambitious efforts to expand trade routes across the globe. Examining a British Empire Map from 1902 reveals an intricate web spanning continents, illustrating how imperialism extended its reach far and wide. The Zulu War Britannia in 1879 exemplifies one chapter in this narrative where Britain sought dominance over African territories. Edward VIII's hunting escapades capture a glimpse into the luxurious lifestyle enjoyed by those at the helm of imperial power. His encounters with Patailas and visits to Nepal demonstrate how imperialism intertwined with diplomacy and exploration during his reign. As we reflect on World War I, it becomes evident that imperialism played a significant role in shaping global conflicts. It fueled rivalries between nations vying for control over colonies and resources, leaving lasting scars on countless lives. Imperialism is not merely confined to historical events; it continues to shape our present-day world. Understanding its complexities helps us navigate through contemporary challenges arising from past legacies. Whether through grand empires or subtle influences exerted over time, it has left an indelible mark on human history. Exploring these hints - be it through art depicting resistance like Moor's poster or examining maps showcasing territorial ambitions - allows us to unravel this multifaceted phenomenon that shaped our world.