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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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Front of the old British East India House. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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Maps of North American colonies before and after the French and Indian War, 1700s. Printed color lithograph of a 19th century illustration

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British administrator of Gambia meeting with a native chief, 1889. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

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British naval brigade using a Gatling gun to occupy Alexandria, Egypt, 1882. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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British officer Sir Garnet Wolseley receiving news during the Ashanti War in Africa, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Native soldiers playing at " warry" in Ashanti Colony, Africa, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Village of European settlers in the Orange Free State, South Africa, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Memorial to the Battle of Plassey, West Bengal, India
Memorial obelisk to the Battle of Plassey (23 June 1757), West Bengal, India. The battle established British rule in India for the next 90 years. It took place at Palashi, West Bengal

Duke and Duchess of York on Anzac Day
The Duke and Duchess of York (later King George VI and Queen Elizabeth) in Melbourne, Australia, on Anzac Day. This tour, which lasted six months

Empire Day in Wandsworth, London
Empire Day celebrations in Wandsworth, south west London. Empire Day was celebrated between 1904 and 1958 to commemorate Queen Victorias birthday

Empire Day rehearsal, Tower of London
An Empire Day rehearsal at the Tower of London, showing Lord Roberts Boys with a specially made flag. Empire Day was celebrated between 1904 and 1958 to commemorate Queen Victorias birthday

Anglo-Persian Oil-Fields
A panoramic view of the central area of oil-fields in Persia (modern-day Iran) showing the offices of the Anglo-Persian Oil Company

Jos Chamberlain / Sourire
A perfidious John Bull in league with Jack the Ripper - this is the true nature of England. Satire on Cecil Rhodes and Chamberlain at the time of the Entente Cordiale

British / Indian Army Ww1
" India will help" -- A British and an Indian officer join forces to fight the enemy

Uncle Sam / Cuban Cigar
Uncle Sam takes a puff at Spains Havana cigar

John Bull before & After
John Bull before the war........and after

Imperial Xmas Pud Recipe
A recipe for Christmas Pudding which uses only ingredients from The British Empire

Wolf Britannia / Fashoda
Britannia seen as the big bad wolf at the time of the Fashoda Incident, a territory dispute in south Sudan between Kitcheners Anglo-Egyptian army and Marchands French

Trade / Canonor 1572
A view of CANONOR, one of the portuguese settlements on the route to Asia. Part of a larger map showing Calechut (Calcutta)/Ormus/Canonor/Mina

Triumphal Procession
A generic Roman triumphal procession which includes the Emperor in a chariot, elephants, conquered captives, musicians, soldiers, captured arms & burners of incense

British in India
John Bulls tanks impose British imperialism on India

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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.