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Pennington Collection

Pennington: A Name Woven into History and Places From duels to gardens, dance moves to coal-mine disasters, it has left its mark in various realms

Background imagePennington Collection: TOLLEMACHE AND PENNINGTON. The duel between Captain John Tollemache and Captain

TOLLEMACHE AND PENNINGTON. The duel between Captain John Tollemache and Captain John Pennington at the New York Arms, over a sonnet that Pennington wrote about Tollemaches wife, 1777

Background imagePennington Collection: Portrait of Ann Pennington doing the black bottom, 1927

Portrait of Ann Pennington doing the black bottom, 1927 Date: 1927

Background imagePennington Collection: Adelaide, Australia - Pennington Gardens

Adelaide, Australia - Pennington Gardens Date: 1913

Background imagePennington Collection: Two photographs of Ann Pennington and Ned Wayburn, 1930

Two photographs of Ann Pennington and Ned Wayburn, 1930 Date: 1930

Background imagePennington Collection: Street Architecture, Manchester, 62, King Street (engraving)

Street Architecture, Manchester, 62, King Street (engraving)
2774116 Street Architecture, Manchester, 62, King Street (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street Architecture, Manchester, 62, King Street)

Background imagePennington Collection: Fanny Brice, Irving Netcher, Rosie Dolly and Ann Pennington

Fanny Brice, Irving Netcher, Rosie Dolly and Ann Pennington, Chicago 1930s Date: 1930s

Background imagePennington Collection: FALL / K. C. SPANIEL / 1967

FALL / K. C. SPANIEL / 1967
CHAMPION TUDORHURST SON OF MONARCH Owned by Mrs Pennington Date: 1967

Background imagePennington Collection: Wigan WN7 3 Map

Wigan WN7 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wigan WN7 3

Background imagePennington Collection: New Forest SO41 8 Map

New Forest SO41 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of New Forest SO41 8

Background imagePennington Collection: Peterborough PE2 5 Map

Peterborough PE2 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Peterborough PE2 5

Background imagePennington Collection: South Lakeland LA12 7 Map

South Lakeland LA12 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lakeland LA12 7

Background imagePennington Collection: A portrait of Mrs. Pennington, showing the dress of a Quaker lady, 1780, (1937)

A portrait of Mrs. Pennington, showing the dress of a Quaker lady, 1780, (1937). From " History of American Costume - Book One 1607-1800", by Elisabeth McClellan

Background imagePennington Collection: Portrait of Sir John Pennington, in English armour with Vandyke collar, c1610-1630, (1937)

Portrait of Sir John Pennington, in English armour with Vandyke collar, c1610-1630, (1937)
Portrait of Sir John Pennington, showing English armour and Vandyke collar. Reign of Charles I. c1610-1630, (1937). John Penington (1584-1646)

Background imagePennington Collection: Portrait of Sir Isaac Pennington, in hat worn in the House of Burgesses, c1650-1660, (1937)

Portrait of Sir Isaac Pennington, in hat worn in the House of Burgesses, c1650-1660, (1937)
Portrait of Sir Isaac Pennington, showing the style of hat worn in the Virginia House of Burgesses. Reign of Charles I, c1650-1660, (1937). Isaac Pennington (1616-1679), English Quaker

Background imagePennington Collection: St Pancras Old Church, London, 1761. Artist: William Pennington

St Pancras Old Church, London, 1761. Artist: William Pennington
St Pancras Old Church, London, 1761

Background imagePennington Collection: Music cover, The Gold Diggers of Broadway

Music cover, The Gold Diggers of Broadway
Music cover, Painting The Clouds With Sunshine, words by al Dubin, music by Joe Burke, from the film The Gold Diggers of Broadway. 1929

Background imagePennington Collection: Candidates for the Republican presidential nomination in Chi

Candidates for the Republican presidential nomination in Chicago: Bates, Pennington, Chase, Fremont, Lincoln, Seward, Banks, McLean, Cameron, Bell and Clay. Wood engraving (1860)

Background imagePennington Collection: FALL / K. C. SPANIEL / 1977

FALL / K. C. SPANIEL / 1977
A row of Tudorhurst King Charles Spaniel puppies. Owned by Mrs Pennington. Date: 1977

Background imagePennington Collection: Sir John Pennington

Sir John Pennington
SIR JOHN PENNINGTON naval commander, statesman, Captain of Sandowne Castle, Kent Date: 1568 - 1646

Background imagePennington Collection: Section Officer Pennington with OBE medal, WW2

Section Officer Pennington with OBE medal, WW2
Section Officer M. Pennington of Southwark Fire Station showing her OBE medal to AFS colleagues, Second World War (5 March 1941). Date: 1941

Background imagePennington Collection: Two deformed heads facing 1625-77 Etching engraving

Two deformed heads facing 1625-77 Etching engraving
Artokoloro

Background imagePennington Collection: Four cherubs carrying cross 1625-77 Engraving

Four cherubs carrying cross 1625-77 Engraving
Artokoloro

Background imagePennington Collection: Illustration of the Pennington car, an early form of car, late 19th century

Illustration of the Pennington car, an early form of car, late 19th century

Background imagePennington Collection: Source Size = 3764 x 2497

Source Size = 3764 x 2497
Mr. Penningtons Reading: a Sketch at the Premiers House

Background imagePennington Collection: James McNeill Whistler, Harper Pennington, American, 1834 - 1903, 1880-1882, chalk

James McNeill Whistler, Harper Pennington, American, 1834 - 1903, 1880-1882, chalk and pastel on brown paper

Background imagePennington Collection: Harper Pennington, Portrait of Whistler with a Paintbrush, American, c. 1853-1855 - 1920

Harper Pennington, Portrait of Whistler with a Paintbrush, American, c. 1853-1855 - 1920, pen and ink over graphite on wove paper

Background imagePennington Collection: CIVIL WAR: OFFICERS, 1862. Union brigade officers of the Horse Artillery commanded by Lt

CIVIL WAR: OFFICERS, 1862. Union brigade officers of the Horse Artillery commanded by Lt. Col. William Hays, Fair Oaks, Virginia. Photograph by James F. Gibson, 1862

Background imagePennington Collection: John H. Penningtons aerial steamship. Lithograph, American, 1850

John H. Penningtons aerial steamship. Lithograph, American, 1850
PENNINGTONs AIRSHIP, 1850. John H. Penningtons aerial steamship. Lithograph, American, 1850

Background imagePennington Collection: Plan for John H. Penningtons Steam-Kite, or Inclined Plane for Navigating the Air, 1838

Plan for John H. Penningtons Steam-Kite, or Inclined Plane for Navigating the Air, 1838
PENNINGTONs AIRSHIP, 1838. Plan for John H. Penningtons Steam-Kite, or Inclined Plane for Navigating the Air, 1838

Background imagePennington Collection: Section Officer Pennington with OBE medal, WW2

Section Officer Pennington with OBE medal, WW2
Section Officer M. Pennington of Southwark Fire Station showing her OBE medal to AFS colleagues, Second World War (5 March 1941)

Background imagePennington Collection: PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1860. Prominent Candidates for the Republican Presidential Nomination at

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1860. Prominent Candidates for the Republican Presidential Nomination at Chicago, 1860. Contemporary wood engraving from Harpers Weekly

Background imagePennington Collection: Fair Oaks, Va. vicinity. Lt. Robert Clarke, Capt. John C. T

Fair Oaks, Va. vicinity. Lt. Robert Clarke, Capt. John C. Tidball, Lt. William N. Dennison, and Capt. Alexander CM Pennington

Background imagePennington Collection: English International Football Team

English International Football Team
Portraits of the English International Football Team -- Evans, Pennington, Sturgess, Woodger, Williamson, Wedlock, Shepherd, Crompton, Warren, Fleming and Simpson

Background imagePennington Collection: CHRISTOPHER COCKERELL (1910-1999). English engineer and inventor of the Hovercraft

CHRISTOPHER COCKERELL (1910-1999). English engineer and inventor of the Hovercraft. Cockerell speaking with engineer Alan Pennington about the Hovertrain, with a model of it before them

Background imagePennington Collection: CIVIL WAR: UNION OFFICERS. Lieutenant Robert Clarke, Captain John C. Tidball, Lieutenant William N

CIVIL WAR: UNION OFFICERS. Lieutenant Robert Clarke, Captain John C. Tidball, Lieutenant William N. Dennison and Captain Alexander C.M. Pennington, with a cannon at Fair Oaks, Virginia

Background imagePennington Collection: SILENT STILL: MAN IN DRAG. From left, Jack Duffy, Evelyn Francisco, Lionel Belmore, Ann Pennington

SILENT STILL: MAN IN DRAG. From left, Jack Duffy, Evelyn Francisco, Lionel Belmore, Ann Pennington, Julian Eltinge and David Jones in Madame Lucy, 1925

Background imagePennington Collection: Cover of Dance magazine, December 1928

Cover of Dance magazine, December 1928
Art deco cover of Dance magazine, December 1928, featuring Ann Pennington Date: 1928

Background imagePennington Collection: Pennington Beach, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia, Pacific

Pennington Beach, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia, Pacific



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Pennington: A Name Woven into History and Places From duels to gardens, dance moves to coal-mine disasters, it has left its mark in various realms. The name Pennington carries tales of valor and tragedy, beauty and resilience. In the annals of history, one finds the gripping account of Captain John Tollemache's duel with Captain Pennington. Their clash echoed through time as a testament to honor and courage. Across oceans lies Adelaide, Australia's picturesque Pennington Gardens. Nestled amidst nature's splendor, these gardens offer solace and tranquility to those seeking respite from the bustling city life. The year 1927 witnessed Ann Pennington captivating audiences with her mesmerizing performance of the black bottom. Her portrait immortalizes this moment when she effortlessly danced her way into hearts worldwide. Photographs from 1930 capture Ann Pennington alongside Ned Wayburn, showcasing their undeniable chemistry on stage. Together they brought joy and entertainment to countless spectators who marveled at their talent. Manchester's King Street stands adorned with architectural marvels; among them is number 62 - a testament to street architecture that has stood the test of time. Its engraving tells stories etched within its walls for centuries. Fanny Brice, Irving Netcher, Rosie Dolly – names synonymous with showbiz glamour – shared stages with Ann Pennington. Together they created magic under spotlights that illuminated dreams for all who watched in awe. Tragedy struck in 1932 when Lancashire experienced a devastating coal-mine disaster. The name "Pennington" became intertwined with grief as communities mourned lost lives while displaying unwavering strength during such trying times. Fast forward to 1967 when Fall/K. C. , an exceptional Spaniel dog named after our beloved town emerged victorious in competitions across fields filled with excitement and wagging tails - a proud moment for the Pennington community.