Kings College Hospital Collection

William Fergusson (1808-1877)
864768 William Fergusson (1808-1877); (add.info.: William Fergusson (1808-1877) Scottish surgeon born at Prestonpans, East Lothian. Surgeon to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary (1836)

St Bartholomews Hospital, Guys Hospital, St Georges Hospital, Bethlehem Hospital, St Thomass Hospital
5210072 St Bartholomews Hospital, Guys Hospital, St Georges Hospital, Bethlehem Hospital, St Thomass Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Westminster Hospital, Brompton Hospital, Kings College Hospital

Kings College Hospital (litho)
6021322 Kings College Hospital (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Hospital)

Kings College Hospital, Cary Street, Lincolns Inn Fields (engraving)
606534 Kings College Hospital, Cary Street, Lincolns Inn Fields (engraving) by Delamotte, Philip Henry (1820-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Hospital, Cary Street)

Kings College Hospital, Carey-Street, Lincoln s-Inn-Fields, founded on Thursday Last (engraving)
1607528 Kings College Hospital, Carey-Street, Lincoln s-Inn-Fields, founded on Thursday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Hospital)

An Entertainment at Kings College Hospital (engraving)
1045108 An Entertainment at Kings College Hospital (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Entertainment at Kings College Hospital)

Kings College Hospital, Portugal-Street, Lincolns Inn (engraving)
1619606 Kings College Hospital, Portugal-Street, Lincolns Inn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings College Hospital, Portugal-Street, Lincolns Inn)

Lord Lister at Kings College Hospital, 1891 (b / w photo)
3627472 Lord Lister at Kings College Hospital, 1891 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Lister at Kings College Hospital, 1891)

Christmas Entertainment to the Patients at Kings College Hospital (engraving)
1626220 Christmas Entertainment to the Patients at Kings College Hospital (engraving) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

An entertainment at Kings College Hospital, 1885. Artist: Charles Joseph Staniland
An entertainment at Kings College Hospital, 1885. Illustration from the The Graphic, (23 May 1885)

Kings College Hospital, Portugal Street, Lincolns Inn, London, c1860s. A print from the Illustrated London News

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"Kings College Hospital: A Historic Institution at the Heart of London's Medical Legacy" Step into the rich tapestry of medical history with Kings College Hospital, an esteemed institution that has stood tall for centuries. Nestled amidst a constellation of renowned hospitals like St Bartholomews, Guys, and St Georges, this iconic establishment has played a pivotal role in shaping healthcare in the United Kingdom. Founded on Thursday Last in Carey-Street, Lincoln's Inn Fields, Kings College Hospital emerged as a beacon of hope and healing. Its grandeur is immortalized through captivating engravings and lithographs that depict its evolution over time. From its early days on Cary Street to its relocation to Portugal Street in Lincolns Inn Fields during the 1860s, each image tells a tale of progress and resilience. Throughout its illustrious journey, it has witnessed remarkable moments etched forever in memory. Lord Lister himself graced these hallowed halls in 1891, leaving an indelible mark on surgical practices that revolutionized medicine worldwide. But it wasn't just about groundbreaking advancements; compassion thrived within these walls too. The hospital's commitment to patient well-being was evident through heartwarming scenes captured by artists like Charles Joseph Staniland - Christmas Entertainment for patients brought joy during challenging times. Even amidst adversity, Kings College Hospital remained steadfast. Fireman M E Sprague's heroic engraving stands testament to the courage displayed by those who safeguarded this cherished institution against calamity. As we delve into history's pages adorned with images from Brompton Hospital to Chelsea Hospital engravings nearby Westminster - all interconnected threads weaving London's medical fabric - one thing becomes clear: Kings College Hospital remains an enduring symbol of excellence and dedication. Today, as modern medicine continues to evolve within these walls filled with echoes from yesteryears' triumphs and challenges overcome – we honor the legacy forged by generations past.