Pictured Collection (#11)

David Lloyd George in France
David Lloyd George (1863-1945), as Secretary for War, touring the British front in France, September 1916. He is pictured here (second from right) with Lord Reading (1860-1935)

New Zealand soldiers resting in shell-hole
New Zealand soldiers are pictured resting in a shell-hole near German front lines in September 1916. The caption to the image notes that the New Zealand men had done great deeds in the recent fighting

European Ambassadors in Constantinople, 1896
Photograph of the ambassadors of the leading European powers, photographed in the garden of the Austrian Embassy, Constantinople (now Istanbul), 1896. Those pictured are (from left to right) P

Fridtjof Nansen, Franz Josef Land, 1896
Engraving showing Fridtjof Nansen (1861-1930), the Norwegian explorer, biologist and oceanographer, pictured at Cape Flora, Franz Josef Land, 1896

General Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885)
Portrait of Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, Commander in Chief of the Federal forces during the American Civil War, pictured in 1865. Grant later became 18th President of the USA

Spencer Cavendish, Marquis of Hartingdon (1833-1908)
Engraving of Spencer Compton Cavendish, Marquis of Hartington and 8th Duke of Devonshire, pictured in 1880. Cavendish was an English politician who served the Liberal party in various positions

Captain James Fitzjamess Cabin aboard HMS Erebus, 1845
Engraving showing Captain James Fitzjamess cabin aboard HMS Erebus, pictured shortly before departure, 1845. In 1845 the British Admiralty sent two polar exploration ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror

Sir Samuel Baker (1821-1893)
Engraving of Sir Samuel White Baker, the English explorer, pictured in 1873. Baker undertook extensive exploration of Central Africa, in search of the source of the Nile River, in the early 1860 s

Mulberry Caisson under construction; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a steel and concrete Mulberry caisson under construction on the South Coast of Britain during 1944. When the Allied Armies invaded Normandy in June 1944

A Busy Wharf at Mulberry Harbour; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing a busy wharf at Mulberry Harbour, also known as Port Winston, off Arromanches, Normandy, 1944. When the Allied Armies invaded Normandy in June 1944

Cape to Ciaro railway, the first engine to reach Salisbury
The Cape to Ciaro Railway, on June 19th 1899 celebrations began at Beira to signalise the opening of the line to Salisbury. Pictured here is the first engine to reach Salisbury

Commander Robert E. Peary (1856-1920)
Photographic portrait of Robert E. Peary, the US Naval Commander and explorer, pictured in his Arctic furs, 1909. He claimed to be the first man to reach the North Pole, on 6th April 1909

John Bonham-Carter MP, 1872
Portrait of John Bonham-Carter MP, then Chairman of Committees of the House of Commons, pictured in 1872

Photographer holding a Sky-scraper camera on the roof of a
Exaggerated view through a Sky-scraper camera. An invention by the famous New York photographers, the Byron Company, the camera was designed to capture tall buildings at close range

Flight Sub-Lieutenant R. A. J. Warneford, R. N. 1915
Portrait of Flight Sub-Lieutenant Warneford of the Royal Navy Air Service. Warneford became the first airman to destroy a Zeppelin in the air

Ramsey MacDonald (1866-1937)
Photograph of (James) Ramsey MacDonald, the Scottish Labour Statesman, pictured making a radio broadcast on 7th October 1931

Air Chief-Marshal Sir Arthur Tedder (1890-1967)
Photographic portrait of Air Chief-Marshal Sir Arthur William Tedder, the Scottish commander of the Royal Air Force, pictured in 1944. Sir Arthur later became 1st Baron Tedder of Glenguin

Sir George Strong Nares (1831-1915)
Engraving of Sir George Strong Nares, the Scottish naval commander and explorer, pictured in 1875 when he was a Royal Navy Captain in charge of the 1875-1876 British Arctic Expedition

Sir John Tenniel (1820-1914)
Photographic portrait of Sir John Tenniel, the English cartoonist and illustrator, pictured c.1914. Tenniel was a famous Punch artist and illustrator of Alice in Wonderland

Camera-carrying rocket
A rocket used to propel a camera to 2600 feet to capture an ariel image. The soldiers are pictured here ready to fire the rocket from its framework

Herbert Henry Asquith MP, (1852-1928)
Portrait of H.H. Asquith, 1st Earl of Oxford & Asquith, pictured in 1915. Asquith served as QC, Liberal MP for East Fife and Paisley and Prime Minister

War photography - two soldiers with camera-carrying rocket
A rocket used to propel a camera to 2600 feet to capture an ariel image. Two soldiers are pictured here about to load the rocket into its framework before it is positioned ready to fire

A Bridge in the Redwood Forest, California, 1884
Engraving showing a deep gorge, with a spindly two tier bridge built across it, in the Redwoods, California, 1884. A wagon is pictured being pulled across the bridge

Sir Douglas Mawson and Lady Mawson, London, 1914
Photograph of Sir Douglas Mawson (1882-1958), the Australian explorer and geologist, pictured with his wife on arrival at Victoria, London, 1914

Lord Rosebery (1847-1929)
Photograph of Archibald Philip Primrose, the 5th Earl of Rosebery, pictured in 1909 when he was drifting away from the Liberal Party to take a more Independent or Conservative stance

Churchill AVRE Tank entering Geilenkirchen; Second World War
Photograph showing a Churchill AVRE (Armoured Vehicle Royal Engineers) tank entering the town of Geilenkirchen in late 1944

Henry Broadhurst MP, 1886
Portrait of Henry Broadhurst, MP for Bordesley Birmingham and Stoke-on-Trent, pictured when Under-Secretary of State for the Home Department in 1886

Lady Florence Baker (1841-1916)
Engraving of Lady Florence Baker, the wife of Sir Samuel White Baker, the English explorer, pictured in 1873. Lady Baker joined her husband on his extensive exploration of Central Africa

Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne Cecil, 3rd Marquis of Salisbur
Engraving of Robert Cecil, 3rd Marquis of Salisbury (1830-1903), the English Conservative statesman, pictured in 1878, shortly after his return from the Berlin Congress

Dr. Frederick A. Cook (1865-1940)
Photographic portrait of Dr. Frederick A. Cook, the US explorer and physician, pictured in 1909. He claimed to be the first man to reach the North Pole, on 21st April 1909

Zena Dare, 1925
Photograph of Zena Dare (1887-1975) the English actress, who was christened Florence Hariette Zena Dones, pictured in 1925

Sir Robert Peel (1750-1830)
Engraving of Sir Robert Peel, the cotton manufacturer and Member of Parliament for Tamworth, pictured in the early 19th century

Edward Law, 1st Earl of Ellenborough, 1843
Engraving of Edward Law, 1st Earl of Ellenborough (1790-1871), pictured when Governer-General of India

UMBERTO I / ILZ / 1893
UMBERTO I King of Italy from 1878, pictured here in 1893

The Canterbury Pilgrims in the Yard of the Tabard Inn, 1387
Illustration giving an artists impression of how Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims may have looked as they stood in the yard of the Tabard Inn, 17th April 1387

The Champion Bulldog, Baron Sedgemere, 1897
Photograph of Mr. Sam Woodiwisss Champion Bulldog Baron Sedgemere, pictured when a two and a half year old. Baron Sedgemere was the offspring of Stockwell and Champion Blackberry

Warren G. Harding (1865-1923)
Photograph of Warren G. Harding, the Republican Senator for Ohio and twenty-ninth President of the United States of America (1921-1923), pictured in 1920

C. B. Fry, 1902
Photograph of Charles Burgess Fry (1872-1956), the English all-round sportsman, pictured in his Southampton Football Club kit in 1902

McGregor and Nelson, Tandem Bicycling Champions, 1897
Photograph of S.B. McGregor and G.A. Nelson (right), the holders of the One Hours Record Tandem for all types of Cycles, pictured in 1897

Frank Woolley Bowling, 1920
Illustration of Frank Woolley (1887-1978), the Kent and England all-round cricketer, pictured during the 1920 season. During a first-class career from 1906 to 1938 Woolley scored nearly 60

General James Longstreet (1821-1904)
Portrait of General James Longstreet, of the Confederate Army, pictured c.1864

A Bastuto Witch Doctor
A sketch made from a photograph by Mr F. Armstrong. The Witch Doctor pictured is said to be highly regarded within his tribe

M. Moissans diamond experiments
Ferdinand Frederick Henro Moissan (1852-1907) pictured with his electric furnace. Born in Paris, Moissan was an artificial diamond maker

Colonel Francois de la Rocque, France, 1936
Photograph showing Colonel Francois de la Rocque (1885-1946), the leader of the French Nationalist group Croix de Feu, pictured in 1936

Sir Noel Coward (1899-1973)
Photographic portrait of Sir Noel Peirce Coward, the English actor, playwright and composer, pictured in 1924

Frederick Greenwood (1830-1909)
Photographic portrait of Frederick Greenwood, the English author, journalist and publicist, pictured c.1909

Rear-Admiral Richard Byrd, Antarctica, c. 1929
Photograph of Rear-Admiral Richard Byrd (1888-1957), the American explorer, pictured in his cold weather furs and with his dog Igloo ; Antarctica, c.1929

Mrs. Mary French Sheldon, c. 1909
Photograph of Mrs. Mary (May) French Sheldon (1847-1936), the American explorer and writer, pictured with a carved elephant tusk, c.1909

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"Pictured: A Glimpse into the Lives of Extraordinary Figures" Isambard Kingdom Brunel with chains: The visionary engineer, Brunel, stands proudly beside his creation, symbolizing his indomitable spirit and groundbreaking achievements. Poster for Welsh Guards: This captivating poster showcases the valor and dedication of the esteemed Welsh Guards, a testament to their unwavering commitment to protect and serve. HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, 1845: These mighty vessels embarked on an ill-fated expedition that would forever be etched in history's annals as they ventured into uncharted territories in search of glory and discovery. The Men of the 1924 Everest Expedition: Brave souls united by a shared dream - scaling Mount Everest. Their camaraderie and determination exemplify the human spirit's relentless pursuit of conquering nature's greatest challenges. Leon Trotsky in Mexico: An enigmatic figure captured amidst political turmoil; Trotsky's presence signifies both revolutionary ideals and personal struggles that shaped his legacy. Captain Francis Crozier of HMS Terror, 1845: A stoic leader facing unimaginable adversity during Arctic exploration; Crozier embodies resilience against nature's harshest elements while leading his crew through treacherous waters. Rupert Brooke, c. 1915: Poet extraordinaire whose words immortalized World War I experiences; this portrait captures Brooke's poignant reflection on love, loss, patriotism – encapsulating emotions felt by many during wartime. Daphne Du Maurier: Celebrated author known for her gripping tales that enthralled readers worldwide; her literary prowess continues to captivate generations long after her time. Thomas Cochrane / Dundonald : Naval hero renowned for daring exploits at sea; Cochrane personifies courage and audacity as he fearlessly defended freedom on turbulent waters throughout history. Members of No20 Squadron RAF.