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L Aw Collection (#32)

From the historic halls of Middle Temple to the bustling streets of London, 'l aw' encompasses a world of justice and order

Background imageL Aw Collection: Valletta Prison / Malta

Valletta Prison / Malta
The interior of a prison cell at the Inquisitors Palace, St Lawrence, Grand Harbour, Valletta, Malta

Background imageL Aw Collection: Guatemozin Surrenders

Guatemozin Surrenders
After three months of heroically defending Tenochtitlan, GUATEMOZIN, son- in-law and successor of Montezuma, surrenders to CORTEZ

Background imageL Aw Collection: Russian Polit. Prisoners

Russian Polit. Prisoners
Political prisoners in Schlisselburg Fortress

Background imageL Aw Collection: Comment on Divorce / Fun

Comment on Divorce / Fun
LADIES! LADIES! (The Mystery of Modern Modesty) Antiquity: " And these persons say we were indelicate!" Comment on the Divorce Courts

Background imageL Aw Collection: Anti-Corn Law / Drury Lane

Anti-Corn Law / Drury Lane
A meeting of the Anti-Corn Law League in Drury Lane Theatre, London

Background imageL Aw Collection: Interrogating Witness

Interrogating Witness
A Chinese official questions a witness, held on her knees by an assistant, while a scribe records her testimony

Background imageL Aw Collection: Roman Consuls

Roman Consuls
Two Roman consuls on their thrones

Background imageL Aw Collection: Woodrow Wilson in 1883

Woodrow Wilson in 1883
WOODROW WILSON American president, at the outset of his career when he practised law

Background imageL Aw Collection: Police & Men about Town

Police & Men about Town
Some young men-about-town are apprehended by a policeman. One of the men foolishly holds up his fists ready to fight, but the policeman is armed with a truncheon

Background imageL Aw Collection: Indian Village Court

Indian Village Court
The headman of an Indian village holding his court

Background imageL Aw Collection: Bagne De Brest - 1

Bagne De Brest - 1
LE BAGNE DE BREST Convicts leave the notorious prison in the morning to go to work in the harbour or in naval establishments

Background imageL Aw Collection: Bagne De Brest - 2

Bagne De Brest - 2
LE BAGNE DE BREST A dormitory at night

Background imageL Aw Collection: Olimpia Panfili

Olimpia Panfili
Principessa OLIMPIA MAIDALCHINI PANFILI, Italian noblewoman, known as La Papessa because, as sister-in-law of Innocentius X, she had great influence. Date: 1594 - ?

Background imageL Aw Collection: Galton Composite Photo

Galton Composite Photo
Composite photograph by Francis Galton, made from portraits of violent criminals

Background imageL Aw Collection: Wagner / Beckmann / Home

Wagner / Beckmann / Home
RICHARD WAGNER German composer at home with his wife, Cosima, and his father-in-law, Franz Liszt

Background imageL Aw Collection: Trial of Earl Strafford

Trial of Earl Strafford

Background imageL Aw Collection: Cold-Bath Fields Prison

Cold-Bath Fields Prison
The Water-Engine Court, where prisoners at hard labour work for an hour at a stretch

Background imageL Aw Collection: Sir Samuel Romilly

Sir Samuel Romilly
SIR SAMUEL ROMILLY English lawyer and law reformer

Background imageL Aw Collection: New Scotland Yard 1930S

New Scotland Yard 1930S
Part of New Scotland Yard, Westminster, which was designed by Norman Shaw, and opened 1891

Background imageL Aw Collection: Watchmen and Wild Boys

Watchmen and Wild Boys
Three young London men-about- town get into trouble with the law, and defend themselves against two watchmen (seven years later they will be replaced by peelers )

Background imageL Aw Collection: Punishment / N. Africa

Punishment / N. Africa
In North Africa, Barbary arabs strip prisoners and suspend them from a beam by one hand and one foot

Background imageL Aw Collection: Visiting Prison Morocco

Visiting Prison Morocco
European tourists visit a prison in Tangier, Morocco

Background imageL Aw Collection: Whitecross Prison / Egan

Whitecross Prison / Egan
The Whitecross Debtors prison was run by the justices of London and Middlesex

Background imageL Aw Collection: Devils Island / Guyana

Devils Island / Guyana
A view of Devils Island, French Guyana, where Alfred Dreyfus was sent on 13 April 1895 and placed in solitary confinement

Background imageL Aw Collection: Holloway Prison / Mayhew

Holloway Prison / Mayhew
The treadmill (treadwheel) and oakum shed with a detachment of prisoners at work at the wheel, and those who have been relieved, are employed to pick oakum

Background imageL Aw Collection: Andaman Island Convicts

Andaman Island Convicts
Prisoners take their meals on the beach in the Andaman Islands

Background imageL Aw Collection: Debtors Certificate / 1735

Debtors Certificate / 1735
A certificate permitting a debtor in prison to go out and settle his affairs, signed by Townsend, the celebrated Bow Street Runner

Background imageL Aw Collection: New inmates arrive

New inmates arrive

Background imageL Aw Collection: Art / Classic Cartoons

Art / Classic Cartoons
Irish juryman - - Ah, then, eleven more obstinate men I never met in all me life !

Background imageL Aw Collection: Victorias Garden Party

Victorias Garden Party
Victoria and her daughter-in- law Alexandra drive among the guests at a garden party given at Buckingham Palace Date: 1900

Background imageL Aw Collection: Cat Benefits from Will

Cat Benefits from Will
Mlle. Dupuy, noted harpist who believed that her skill came from her cat, leaves most of her property to him in her will

Background imageL Aw Collection: Law / Prisons / Britain

Law / Prisons / Britain
KINGs BENCH PRISON London Principal entrance Mainly a prison for debtors

Background imageL Aw Collection: Duchesse D orleans / Frois

Duchesse D orleans / Frois
Accused of practising magic against her brother-in-law, the imbecile king Charles VI le Fou, the duchesse d Orleans has to leave Paris for Asnieres

Background imageL Aw Collection: Prison Hulk / Portsmouth

Prison Hulk / Portsmouth
Prison Hulk, Portsmouth

Background imageL Aw Collection: Andrew Bonar Law, British statesman

Andrew Bonar Law, British statesman
Cartoon of Andrew Bonar Law, British statesman

Background imageL Aw Collection: Parliament of King Edward I

Parliament of King Edward I
The parliament of Edward I, King of Britain, consisting of clergy, aristocracy, and other representatives

Background imageL Aw Collection: Page from the Edict of the Lombard King Rothair

Page from the Edict of the Lombard King Rothair
A page from the Edict (Edictum Rothari) of the Lombard King Rothar (Rothair, Rothari, reigned 636-652). Written in Latin, it is a compilation of Lombard law

Background imageL Aw Collection: Rite of Simcha Tora in Judaism

Rite of Simcha Tora in Judaism
The Jewish rite of Simcha Tora or rejoicing the law (opening and closing of the lessons of the law) on the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles

Background imageL Aw Collection: Policeman discovering sleeping waif on a doorstep

Policeman discovering sleeping waif on a doorstep
A policeman discovering a sleeping waif on a doorstep

Background imageL Aw Collection: Law / Court Scenes

Law / Court Scenes
IN A FRENCH COURT Acquitted !

Background imageL Aw Collection: London policeman directing tourists

London policeman directing tourists
A London policeman directing tourists to their destination

Background imageL Aw Collection: Charles Alfred Cripps, 1st Baron Parmoor

Charles Alfred Cripps, 1st Baron Parmoor
Charles Alfred Cripps, first Baron Parmoor lawyer and politician

Background imageL Aw Collection: Virginia City Courthouse, Virginia City, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Virginia City Courthouse, Virginia City, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Background imageL Aw Collection: High Court, Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India, Asia

High Court, Kolkata (Calcutta), West Bengal, India, Asia

Background imageL Aw Collection: The Royal Courts of Justice, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Royal Courts of Justice, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageL Aw Collection: a Thumb print

a Thumb print
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageL Aw Collection: Police evidence bags for ensuring that evidential items remain uncontaminated

Police evidence bags for ensuring that evidential items remain uncontaminated
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Background imageL Aw Collection: Policemen on the streets of Manchester UK

Policemen on the streets of Manchester UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock




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From the historic halls of Middle Temple to the bustling streets of London, 'l aw' encompasses a world of justice and order. Barristers are called to Bar at the prestigious Middle Temple Hall, their dedication shining through in every case they handle. In County Durham, Shotley Bridge General Hospital stands as a symbol of compassion and care within the realm of law enforcement. Even amidst snow-covered streets, a Police Public Call Box remains an iconic sight in London, reminding us that law enforcement is always ready to serve and protect. A stoic police officer patrols these very streets, ensuring safety for all. Step back in time to 1828 with a glimpse into a courtroom scene - where justice was sought and verdicts were delivered. Cid Officers take on yet another role as dockers, showcasing their versatility within the field. The Scales of Justice loom above the Old Bailey Law Courts in Inns of Court, London - an enduring symbol representing fairness and impartiality. H. M Prison in Peterhead serves as a reminder that even those who break the law must face consequences. A barrister swings into action with eloquence and expertise inside courtrooms across England. Meanwhile, echoes from Amsterdam's Night Watch remind us that maintaining order is not limited by borders or boundaries. Inscribed upon Carta Magna (1212), England's ancient manuscript holds principles that still guide our legal system today. And let us not forget the brave suffragette practicing Ju-Jitsu - fighting for equality within society while navigating through legal challenges. 'L aw' weaves together tales from various corners: history collides with modernity; duty intertwines with passion; rights meet responsibilities, and is an intricate tapestry that binds societies together under one common goal – justice.