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North West Collection (#2)

"Exploring the Mysteries of the North West: From HMS Erebus to Roald Amundsen" Step back in time to 1845, when two legendary ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror

Background imageNorth West Collection: Columbia River fishing camp of Native Americans

Columbia River fishing camp of Native Americans
Native American fishing camp by the Columbia River, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageNorth West Collection: UK, England, Cumbria, Lake District, Ullswater

UK, England, Cumbria, Lake District, Ullswater

Background imageNorth West Collection: English Cathedrals - Bangor Cathedral

English Cathedrals - Bangor Cathedral - Interior - arched sides, Low timbered roof. Part of Box 144 Boswell Collection - English Cathedrals Bangor Cathedral is an ancient place of Christian worship

Background imageNorth West Collection: GRH031414

GRH031414
A view of South Stack lighthouse

Background imageNorth West Collection: Smoking 700m wide crater of Volcan Telica in the North West volcano chain

Smoking 700m wide crater of Volcan Telica in the North West volcano chain, one of the countrys most active volcanoes, Leon, Nicaragua, Central America

Background imageNorth West Collection: WA, Fort Casey State Park; Admiralty Head Lighthouse, established 1861, built 1903

WA, Fort Casey State Park; Admiralty Head Lighthouse, established 1861, built 1903; along Admiralty Inlet

Background imageNorth West Collection: USA, Oregon, Champoeg State Park, Belgian team, resting at plowing competition

USA, Oregon, Champoeg State Park, Belgian team, resting at plowing competition

Background imageNorth West Collection: STRAIT OF JUAN de FUCA. The strait forming part of the boundary between the United States and Canada

STRAIT OF JUAN de FUCA. The strait forming part of the boundary between the United States and Canada. Mount Olympus in the state of Washington is in the background. Wood engraving, English, 1872

Background imageNorth West Collection: FILMING THE GOLD RUSH. Charlie Chaplin being filmed, probably in a scene for The Gold Rush

FILMING THE GOLD RUSH. Charlie Chaplin being filmed, probably in a scene for The Gold Rush, which he also directed, 1925

Background imageNorth West Collection: Animals / Seals

Animals / Seals
The Seaotter found in Nootka found on the Northwest Coast of America

Background imageNorth West Collection: Stream, Glen Affric

Stream, Glen Affric, Northwest Highlands, Scotland, UK

Background imageNorth West Collection: Gorgeous waterfall in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Gorgeous waterfall in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Scenic view of the mountainous valley and beautiful autumn foliage from Artist Point in North

Scenic view of the mountainous valley and beautiful autumn foliage from Artist Point in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Scenic view of the mountaineous valley and beautiful autumn foliage from Artist Point in North

Scenic view of the mountaineous valley and beautiful autumn foliage from Artist Point in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park

View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park

View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park

View of the snow capped Mount Baker with beautiful autumn foliage in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Motorbike on a scenic road in the beautiful North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Motorbike on a scenic road in the beautiful North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV and the beautiful mountain scenery in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

RV and the beautiful mountain scenery in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Beautiful lake and mountain view in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Beautiful lake and mountain view in North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Myrtle Falls and Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Myrtle Falls and Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Myrtle Falls and Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Myrtle Falls and Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Rainier reflecting in Bench Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Rainier reflecting in Bench Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Shuksan reflected in Mirror Lake, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Motorbike on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Motorbike on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Classic Chevrolet Car, Winthrop, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Classic Chevrolet Car, Winthrop, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Rainier reflecting in Reflection Lake, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Classic Chevrolet Car, Winthrop, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Classic Chevrolet Car, Winthrop, North Cascades National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on road with Mount Rainier beyond, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on road with Mount Rainier beyond, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: First light on Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

First light on Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road trip, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road trip, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: RV on a road to Rainier, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

RV on a road to Rainier, Sunrise, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Background imageNorth West Collection: Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Mount Rainier, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA




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"Exploring the Mysteries of the North West: From HMS Erebus to Roald Amundsen" Step back in time to 1845, when two legendary ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, set sail on a treacherous journey through uncharted waters. Led by Captain Francis Crozier of HMS Terror, this expedition aimed to navigate the infamous Northwest Passage. As we delve into history, let's also explore the diverse landscapes that make up the North West. From Postcode District Map sheet 4 in Northern England to Amlwch Port in north-west Wales, this region boasts a rich tapestry of villages and natural wonders. The UK's Cumbria is home to breathtaking sights like Derwentwater and majestic mountains such as Skiddaw and Blencathra. Venturing further north brings us to Traigh Na Beirigh (Reef Beach) on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland's Outer Hebrides. Here, one can witness nature's raw beauty amidst stunning coastal scenery. The challenges faced by explorers are vividly captured in images like "The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice" near Barrow. These frozen landscapes remind us of the bravery required for those who dared venture into these harsh terrains. Fast forward to modern times; northwest Scotland continues to captivate with its awe-inspiring vistas as seen from a true-color satellite image. Its rugged charm beckons adventurers seeking solace amidst untamed wilderness. Speaking of exploration pioneers, Roald Amundsen left an indelible mark on our understanding of remote regions. His audacious spirit paved the way for future discoveries across vast expanses like those found within America's own Spokane during the 1880s. Whether it be historical expeditions or contemporary wonders, there is no denying that North West holds an allure unlike any other place on Earth – a realm where tales intertwine with natural splendor at every turn.