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Ellen Key (1849-1926), Swedish feminist writer, 1926. Key was an early advocate of a child-centred approach to motherhood and a suffragist

Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806-1861), English poet, 1926. Browning was one of the most respected poets of the Victorian era

The Sower, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London)

Patmos, Greece, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, 1926. Artist: Peter von Cornelius
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

St John, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London)

The ruins of the Temple of Diana, Ephesus, Izmir, Turkey, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

St Paul at Rome, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
St Paul at Rome, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Saint Stephen, 1895 (1926). Artist: John Everett Millais
Saint Stephen, 1895 (1926). From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

A street in Jerusalem, Israel, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Apostles Peter and John on the Morning of the Resurrection, 1926. Artist: Eugene Burnand
The Apostles Peter and John on the Morning of the Resurrection, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity

Breaking of Bread at Emmaus, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Garden of Gethsemane and the Holy City of Jerusalem, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Jerusalem, 1926. Artist: NA Lyon
Jerusalem, 1926. Sketch showing the probable situation of the main buildings at the time of Christ. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation

Men of Jerusalem, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Jericho and the mountains of Moab, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

A maid of Nazareth, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Tiberias and the Lake of Galilee, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Raising of Lazarus, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
The Raising of Lazarus, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Sermon on the Mount, 1926. Artist: Paul Buffet
The Sermon on the Mount, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Sermon on the Mount, 1926. Artist: Christian Karl August Noack
The Sermon on the Mount, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Christ calling the Apostles James and John, 1926. Artist: Edward Armitage
Christ calling the Apostles James and John, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Christ healing the blind, 1926. Artist: Hofmann
Christ healing the blind, c1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Annunciation, 1926. Artist: Arthur Hacker
The Annunciation, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Virgins well at Nazareth, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

John the Baptist, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
John the Baptist, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Isaiah, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
Isaiah, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London, 1926)

Moses, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
Moses, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London, 1926)

The First Noel, 1926. Artist: William Henry Margetson
The First Noel, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Elijah, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
Elijah, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake, published by the Waverley Book Club (London, 1926)

Purple Loosestrife, c1891. Artist: Alfred William Parsons
Purple Loosestrife, c1891. From A Catalogue of the Pictures and Drawings in the collection of Frederick John Nettleford Volume III. - I to S, by C. Reginald Grundy and F. Gordon Roe

Lord Rosses telescope, Birr, Offaly, Ireland, 1924-1926. Artist: W Lawrence
Lord Rosses telescope, Birr, Offaly, Ireland, 1924-1926. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867), Irish astronomer and engineer

Bombardment of Port Royal, South Carolina, 7 November 1861, (1862-1867). Artist: W Ridgway
Bombardment of Port Royal, South Carolina, 7 November 1861, (1862-1867). The success of their attack on Port Royal gave the Union control of the waters off southern Georgia

Dr Maria Montessori (1870-1952), Italian philosopher, 1926. In addition to being a philosopherm Montessori was also a physician, educator, humanitarian and devout Catholic

The Battle of Malvern Hill, Virginia, 1 July 1862 (1862-1867). The gunboats Monitor and Galena covering the retreat. The Battle of Malvern Hill was the last engagement of the Peninsula Campaign in

The fleet passing forts on the Mississippi, capture of New Orleans, 1862-1867. Artist: W Ridgway
The fleet passing forts on the Mississippi, capture of New Orleans, 1862-1867. The Union Navy commanded by Admiral David Farragut captured New Orleans from the Confederacy in 1862

Bombardment of Island Number Ten, Mississippi River, 7 April 1862, (1862-1867). Artist: W Ridgway
Bombardment of Island Number Ten, Mississippi River, 7 April 1862, (1862-1867). Union ironclad warships bombarding the Confederate-held fortified island in the Mississippi

Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). Artist: J Davies
Battle of the Monitor and the Merrimack, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862 (1862-1867). From left to right: Sewalls Point, rebel tug, Jamestown, Merrimack, Monitor, Yorktown, Cumberland

`When Nature Painted all Things Gay, 1887, (1912). Artist: Alfred William Parsons
`When Nature Painted all Things Gay, 1887, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Sir Charles Algernon Parsons, Irish engineer, (c1924). Parsons (1854-1931) is best known for his invention of the steam turbine

Rome as seen from the Cupola of St Peters, 1926
Rome as seen from the Cupola of St Peter s, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 2: Builders of the Church, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Local white administration, Africa, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Zulu chief, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 5: Christianity Today and Tomorrow, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Damascus, Syria, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, 1926. Artist: Frederic Shields
The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus, 1926. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume 1: The Birth of Christianity, edited by RG Parsons and AS Peake

Observation of a spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici drawn by Lord Rosse, 1850. Artist: William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse
Observation of a spiral galaxy in Canes Venatici drawn by Lord Rosse, 1850. Known as the Whirlpool Galaxy, this was the first galaxy to be recognised as having a spiral structure

James Brindley, English civil engineer and canal builder, c1770 (1835). Brindley (1716-1772) rests a hand on a theodolite and points to the aqueduct over the Irwell on the Worsley to Manchester

Lord Rosses 72 in / 1. 8m reflecting telescope, 1849
Lord Rosses 72 in/1.8m reflecting telescope, 1849. William Parsons, 3rd Earl of Rosse (1800-1867), Irish astronomer and engineer

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"Exploring the Legacy of Parsons: From Welwyn Garden City to Banbury, England" Step into history with a captivating journey through Parsons' remarkable contributions. 🗺️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 1️⃣ In 1926, Welwyn Garden City in Hertfordshire unveiled its map, showcasing the visionary planning by Parsons that shaped this beautiful town. 2️⃣ Travel to Banbury's Parsons Street and immerse yourself in its charming ambiance - a street that whispers tales of old-world charm and timeless elegance. 3️⃣ Witness the artistic prowess of Francis Parsons as he brings Chief Kanagagota (Standing Turkey) to life on canvas during his London visit in 1762. 4️⃣ Behold the magnificent Turbinia, a steam turbine-powered steamship that revolutionized maritime technology under the watchful eye of none other than Charles Algernon Parsons himself. 5️⃣ The Tatler cover featuring the enchanting Countess of Rosse is an exquisite masterpiece graced by Parson's creative touch - capturing beauty for all eternity. 6️⃣ Delve into ancient history as you explore The Moabite Stone from 1926, revealing fascinating insights into biblical times meticulously preserved by scholars like William B. Parsons. 7️⃣ Edgar & Winifred Ward's pottery artistry takes center stage in their stunning creations from 1926 – witness their mastery firsthand at The Potteries exhibition. 8️⃣ Alfred William Parson's brush strokes transport us back to the tranquil Thames Valley adorned with majestic poplars – an idyllic scene captured forever on canvas. 9️⃣ Join members of Cuddington Golf Club in Surrey as they enjoy leisurely rounds amidst picturesque landscapes – where passion for golf meets Parson's love for the outdoors.