Missionaries Collection (#9)

Port Morant (engraving)
965400 Port Morant (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Port Morant. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Native Japanese School (engraving)
965393 Native Japanese School (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Native Japanese School)

Japanese Children (engraving)
965391 Japanese Children (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanese Children)

The First Mission-House in the Bay of Islands (engraving)
965375 The First Mission-House in the Bay of Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The First Mission-House in the Bay of Islands)

Murchison Cataract (engraving)
965364 Murchison Cataract (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Murchison Cataract)

Steam Launch "Good News", Lake Tanganyika (engraving)
965341 Steam Launch " Good News", Lake Tanganyika (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Steam Launch " Good News", Lake Tanganyika)

Youth of Surinam (engraving)
965326 Youth of Surinam (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Youth of Surinam. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Emperor of the Dynasty of T ang according an audience and making a present (engraving)
965316 Emperor of the Dynasty of T ang according an audience and making a present (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Huts and natives of Formosa (engraving)
965306 Huts and natives of Formosa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huts and natives of Formosa)

Freetown (engraving)
965284 Freetown (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Freetown. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Factory at Lagos (engraving)
965276 Factory at Lagos (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Factory at Lagos. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Coomassie (engraving)
965274 Coomassie (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coomassie. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Santa Isabel, Fernando Po (engraving)
965270 Santa Isabel, Fernando Po (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Isabel, Fernando Po)

Street in a Chinese Town (engraving)
965242 Street in a Chinese Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street in a Chinese Town)

Dyak Woman (engraving)
965239 Dyak Woman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dyak Woman. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

The Native Capital, Bechuanaland (engraving)
965230 The Native Capital, Bechuanaland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Native Capital, Bechuanaland)

Chapel of Bishop Gray (engraving)
965225 Chapel of Bishop Gray (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chapel of Bishop Gray)

A Diamond Mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West (engraving)
965215 A Diamond Mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Diamond Mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West)

Early Chapel, Mission-house, and School, Mbau (engraving)
965193 Early Chapel, Mission-house, and School, Mbau (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early Chapel, Mission-house, and School, Mbau)

Old Pagoda at Aldeen on the Hooghly (engraving)
965185 Old Pagoda at Aldeen on the Hooghly (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Pagoda at Aldeen on the Hooghly, Henry Martyns first home in India)

A Missionary Open-air Meeting (engraving)
965179 A Missionary Open-air Meeting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Missionary Open-air Meeting)

The Mississippi (engraving)
965161 The Mississippi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mississippi. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Moffats Mission Station in Namaqualand, Beersheba (engraving)
965143 Moffats Mission Station in Namaqualand, Beersheba (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moffats Mission Station in Namaqualand, Beersheba)

Mission Station, Kuruman (engraving)
965140 Mission Station, Kuruman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mission Station, Kuruman)

Gutzlaffs House at Bangkok (engraving)
965121 Gutzlaffs House at Bangkok (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gutzlaffs House at Bangkok)

Lahaina (engraving)
965111 Lahaina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lahaina. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Hawaiians of to-day (engraving)
965108 Hawaiians of to-day (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hawaiians of to-day)

Terraced Gardens of Shiraz (engraving)
965098 Terraced Gardens of Shiraz (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terraced Gardens of Shiraz)

Rangoon (engraving)
965077 Rangoon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rangoon. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Royal Palace, Mandalay (engraving)
965067 Royal Palace, Mandalay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Palace, Mandalay)

William Carey and the Map of the World (engraving)
965051 William Carey and the Map of the World (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Carey and the Map of the World)

Schmitt attacked by a Leopard (engraving)
965049 Schmitt attacked by a Leopard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schmitt attacked by a Leopard)

Maori War Expedition stopped by the missionary (engraving)
965047 Maori War Expedition stopped by the missionary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maori War Expedition stopped by the missionary)

Ziegenbalg leaving Tranquebar (engraving)
965045 Ziegenbalg leaving Tranquebar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ziegenbalg leaving Tranquebar)

Kayarnak (engraving)
965032 Kayarnak (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kayarnak. Illustration for Conquests of the Cross)

Bosjesmans or Bushmen (engraving)
965021 Bosjesmans or Bushmen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosjesmans or Bushmen)

Building of the Messenger of Peace (engraving)
965005 Building of the Messenger of Peace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Building of the Messenger of Peace)

Death of Livingstone (engraving)
1105657 Death of Livingstone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Livingstone)

Dr Livingstone (engraving)
1057041 Dr Livingstone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Livingstone. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Mission to Lepers in India (engraving)
1061185 The Mission to Lepers in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mission to Lepers in India)

Crossing the marshes of Bahr-el-Ghazal in Africa (chromolitho)
961363 Crossing the marshes of Bahr-el-Ghazal in Africa (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crossing the marshes of Bahr-el-Ghazal in Africa)

The Reverend Dr Livingston, the Traveller in Africa (engraving)
1098019 The Reverend Dr Livingston, the Traveller in Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reverend Dr Livingston, the Traveller in Africa)

Children in New Caledonia taken to the washing place by the Missionary Sisters
CHT199432 Children in New Caledonia taken to the washing place by the Missionary Sisters, engraved by Gillot, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

The Marchand Mission travelling from the Congo to the Nile
CHT192943 The Marchand Mission travelling from the Congo to the Nile, from Le Petit Journal, 28th May 1899 (colour litho) by Meyer

The Missionary is the Pioneer and the Constant Promoter of Commerce (engraving)
1594525 The Missionary is the Pioneer and the Constant Promoter of Commerce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Missionary teaches the Wandering Savage the Advantages of a Fixed Habitation, of a School for his Children
1594520 The Missionary teaches the Wandering Savage the Advantages of a Fixed Habitation, of a School for his Children, and a House of Prayer for the Penitent (engraving) by English School

The Advance of Civilisation in East Africa, Scenes on the Uganda Railway (b / w photo)
1598344 The Advance of Civilisation in East Africa, Scenes on the Uganda Railway (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Unyielding Devotion: The Journey of Missionaries" In the realm of missionary work, countless individuals have left an indelible mark on history. From the resolute faith of Eric Liddell to the unwavering determination of the Polhill-Turner family, their stories epitomize selfless dedication. The Missionary Society Seal stands as a symbol of unity and purpose, representing the collective efforts to spread love and compassion across borders. Reverend R. H. Walker and Mika Sematimba exemplify this mission through their tireless endeavors in bringing hope to those in need. Looking back further into history, we find Francis Xavier, a Basque Roman Catholic missionary whose zeal knew no bounds. His baptismal journeys through Congo brought solace and enlightenment to countless souls yearning for spiritual guidance. Akbar the Great's reception of Jesuit missionaries showcases how different cultures can embrace one another with open hearts and minds. This significant encounter fostered understanding amidst diversity, leaving an everlasting impact on both sides. Paraguay's Missions depicted by Frederic Sorrieu reveal a harmonious coexistence between indigenous communities and missionaries who worked hand in hand towards progress and enlightenment. The shoes worn by Mother Teresa's congregation, known as the Missionaries of Charity, embody humility and service. These simple yet profound symbols remind us that even small acts can make a monumental difference in someone's life. Catholic they have played an integral role throughout history; their unwavering commitment has touched lives worldwide. Their presence brings comfort during times of despair while spreading messages of love, forgiveness, and hope wherever they go. The great martyrdom endured by Nagasaki serves as a poignant reminder that some sacrifices are made for higher purposes beyond our comprehension. These brave individuals paid the ultimate price for their beliefs but left behind legacies that continue to inspire generations today.