League Collection (#5)

Don Pedro Navarro, Count of Oliveto, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791
3473320 Don Pedro Navarro, Count of Oliveto, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791; (add.info.: Don Pedro Navarro, Count of Oliveto, c. 1460 - 1528)

Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott
527661 Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates was one of the first victims

Abolition of the Corn Laws: Robert Peel (1788-1850), Conservative protectionist Prime Minister
527935 Abolition of the Corn Laws: Robert Peel (1788-1850), Conservative protectionist Prime Minister, opening the gate to Free Trade and the Anti-Corn Law League

Richard Cobden, 1804 - 1865. British manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman
878616 Richard Cobden, 1804 - 1865. British manufacturer and Radical and Liberal statesman. From Edward VII His Life and Times, published 1910.; Private Collection

Plan of the naval battle of Lepanto, 7th October 1571, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul
5242605 Plan of the naval battle of Lepanto, 7th October 1571, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix pub

War of Religions: " Allegory of the league represented as a woman crowned with snakes
ELD4871970 War of Religions: " Allegory of the league represented as a woman crowned with snakes, a nun with a double face symbolizing her double game defending the Catholic League to overthrow

Day of the Barricades: the regente Catherine de Medicis (1519-1589) meeting Duke Henry I of Guise (1549-1588)
ELD4870064 Day of the Barricades: the regente Catherine de Medicis (1519-1589) meeting Duke Henry I of Guise (1549-1588) head of the Holy League, 12/05/1588" (Henry I)

John Howard (1726-1790) English prison reformer, entering Savoy military prison, London, after mutiny
530188 John Howard (1726-1790) English prison reformer, entering Savoy military prison, London, after mutiny. Restored peace and persuaded prisoners to return to cells

Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott
527663 Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates, was one of the first victims

Charles Stuart Parnell, Irish politician, c1874-1891. 19th century (photo)
534702 Charles Stuart Parnell, Irish politician, c1874-1891. 19th century (photo); (add.info.: Parnell (1846-1891) was a supporter of the Irish Land League

Charles Stewart Parnell (1846-1891) Irish nationalist, political leader and champion of Home Rule
528095 Charles Stewart Parnell (1846-1891) Irish nationalist, political leader and champion of Home Rule. Parnell, President of the Irish Land League, Addressing a Meeting

A Solemn League and Covenant... for defence of religion in England, Scotland and Ireland
527981 A Solemn League and Covenant... for defence of religion in England, Scotland and Ireland. The Covenanters opposed the imposition of High Anglican rites

Reform of franchise: Police officers confronting Reform League demonstrators at Marble Arch, London
527657 Reform of franchise: Police officers confronting Reform League demonstrators at Marble Arch, London, and attempting to prevent them entering Hyde Park, 1866. Engraving c1880

John Howard (1726-1790) English prison reformer, inspecting French galley prisoners at work
530189 John Howard (1726-1790) English prison reformer, inspecting French galley prisoners at work. Howard League for Prison Reform named after him

Charles Stuart Parnell, Irish Politician, c1874-1891. 19th century (photo)
534704 Charles Stuart Parnell, Irish Politician, c1874-1891. 19th century (photo); (add.info.: Parnell (1846-1891) was a supporter of the Irish Land League

The Battle of Coronea aka the First Battle of Coronea fought in 447 BC during the First Peloponnesian War between
3039804 The Battle of Coronea aka the First Battle of Coronea fought in 447 BC during the First Peloponnesian War between the Athenian-led Delian League and the Boeotian League

Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott
527662 Irish Land League: In 1880 Parnell began campaign of social ostracism. Captain Boycott, agent for Lord Erne's Mayo estates, was one of the first victims

Wakefield Trinity Rugby League team 1960
Wakefield Trinity Rugby League team Back row Vines, Chamberlain, Oakes, Payton, Firth, Skene, Wilkinson Front row, Holliday, Fox-Smith, Turner, Round, Etty

Political poster, Free Trade versus Fair Trade -- a commentary on Joseph Chamberlain (seen here as the New Gardener) and the Tariff Reform League. circa 1906

Tommy Nelmes, Huddersfield Giants Rugby League Player, Circa 1975

Old Trafford Stadium Study 2 - Manchester United FC
Old Trafford is a football stadium in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England, and the home of Manchester United. With a capacity of 74

Cec Mountford with the Rugby League Challenge Cup in 1951
Cecil Mountford holds the Rugby League Challenge Cup after Wigan had beaten Barrow in the final at Wembley 1951

Leigh Centurions Rugby League Club 1971 Alex Murphy, the captain takes a picture at Wembley before the cup final

Castleford players with the Rugby League Challenge Cup 1969
Castleford players with the Rugby League Challenge Cup L to R Keith Hepworth, Alan Hardisty, John Ward, Clive Dickinson and Len Garbett hail a cab 1969

Widnes captain Vik Karalius holds trophy aloft after victory over Hull Kingston Rovers in Rugby League Cup Final 1964
Widnes captain Vik Karalius holds trophy aloft after victory over Hull Kingston Rovers in Rugby League Cup Final at the Empire Stadium, Wembley

Halifax players visit Wembley ahead of their Rugby League cup final 1949
Halifax players visit Wembley ahead of their Rugby League cup final Full back Chalkleys kick is watched by Price, Kenny, Pansegrouw, Hatfield, Reid and Mawson

Leeds players with the Rugby League Challenge Cup 1968
Jubilant Leeds players run around Wembley with the trophy Rugby League Cup final Wakefield v Leeds

York Rugby League Team 1957
York Rugby League Team Back row, from left: Deighton, Watts, Yorke, Moore, E Dawson, E Parkin and G Smith Front row. Hamett, Flannery, Webster, Hargreaves, Rile, Illingworth and Parker

Great Britain Rugby League team with the Rugby League World Cup 1954
Great Britain Rugby League team with the Rugby League World Cup

Leeds rugby league team 1957 Back row Poole, Jones, Street, Wood, Robinson, Tomlinson, Anderson Front Row Stevenson, McLennan, Brown, Charlesworth, Broughton, Pratt

Ypres Battlefield Markers and signs
Over the 40 years that we have been writing about these battlefields, there has been many attempts to signpost the places of interest

Womens League of Health and Beauty, Prunella Stack
Lady David Douglas-Hamilton, formerly Prunella Stack, with some of her students and teachers at the rehearsal of the Womens League of Health and Beauty for the first peace-time rally in Regents Park

Dennis Viollet in action for Manchester United during the league match against Manchester City at Maine Road September 1959

Leeds United 1-1 Liverpool, Jack Charlton of Leeds United tackles Steve Peplow for the ball, Saturday 22nd November 1969

Denis Law of Manchester United jumps up for the ball during the league match against Sheffield Wednesday at Old Trafford January 1968

Bobby Charlton of Manchester United shoots his penalty kick at goal only to be saved by Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Pat Jennings during their league match at White Hart Lane

Rangers 5-0 Hibernian, Scottish League match action at Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, 21st September 1963. Simpson (Goalkeeper) collects the ball as Jim Forrest runs in

Manchester City 6-2 Chelsea, League match at Maine Road, Saturday 26th November 1977, Brian Kidd, Manchester City Forward, heads for goal

West Brom 0-0 Manchester City, league match at The Hawthorns, Saturday 19th November 1977, Brian Kidd, Manchester City Forward, in action

QPR 1-1 Manchester City, league match at Loftus Road, Saturday 17th September 1977, Brian Kidd, Manchester City Forward in action

WBA 1-2 Wolves, League Division Two match at The Hawthorns, Sunday 15th October 1989. Our Picture Shows... Mark Kendall, Wolves Goalkeeper, saluting the fans at the end of the game

Arsenal 1-2 Leeds United League Division One match at Highbury, Saturday 12th April 1975. Our Picture Shows... Gordon McQueen Leeds centre half out jumps Brian Kidd of Arsenal

Hibernian 2-3 Celtic, Scottish Premier League match at Easter Road, Saturday 27th November 1982

Mr Joe Richards, president of the Football League, poses with Liverpool captain Ron Yeats as Liverpool collect the Second Division Championship trophy. Standing between them is chairman T V Williams

Liverpool 4-0 Coventry, Division One League match at Anfield, Saturday 20th February 1982. Terry McDermott coolly slots home Liverpools forth goal from the penalty spot after Dalglish was sent flying

Liverpool 5-0 Nottingham Forest, league match at Anfield, Wednesday 13th April 1988. Steve Sutton goalkeeper, Stuart Pearce, Ray Houghton scoring goal, John Aldridge in background

Chelsea 0-1 Liverpool, League match at Stamford Bridge, Saturday 3rd May 1986. Liverpool Football Club, win their last game of the season 1985/86 to clinch the First Division Title for a record 16th

NYSD Cricket League, Middlesbrough V Hartlepool, Mark Davis hits a Billy Hornby delivery square for 4. 14th June 1997

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"Unifying the spirit of competition: Exploring the league's diverse tapestry" From Franklins Gardens Stadia Art to John Smiths Stadium Art, the league showcases a rich tapestry of sporting heritage. Witnessing William Dixie Dean running out for Everton against Arsenal at Highbury is like stepping back in time, where legends were born and rivalries ignited. White Hart Lane Art stands tall as a testament to Tottenham Hotspur's unwavering passion, reminding us that football is more than just a game; it's an art form. But let's not forget about the pub darts match, where friends gather over pints and arrows fly with precision. It's these grassroots moments that make leagues truly special. Even beyond borders, Harrys New York Bar in Paris brings people together from all walks of life to celebrate their love for sports and camaraderie. Welford Road Stadium Art proudly represents Leicester Tigers' rugby prowess, showcasing their dominance on the field and inspiring generations of athletes. Delving into history, we find ourselves captivated by the map of the Empire of King Alexander the Great - a reminder that even ancient civilizations had their own version of leagues and competitions. DW Stadium Art immortalizes Wigan Athletic F. C. , capturing unforgettable moments etched into fans' hearts forever. Their journey symbolizes resilience and determination against all odds. The flag of Scottish Covenanters waves high above stadiums, representing unity amidst adversity - a powerful reminder that they can transcend sport itself. K C Stadium Art encapsulates Hull City FC's indomitable spirit as they strive for greatness on English soil. The roar from passionate supporters echoes through every matchday. And across continents lies Yale University in New Haven Connecticut – its hallowed grounds nurturing young talents who will one day grace professional leagues worldwide with their skills honed within its walls. In this vast world filled with countless teams and sports disciplines, it is through leagues that we find common ground, forging connections and celebrating the beauty of competition.