Powell Collection (#2)

Markfield, Swithland, Leicestershire
Sketch of Markfield, Swithland, Leicestershire, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. 1859

Whittlesey Mere at morning, Cambridgeshire
Whittlesey Mere at morning by the Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. Whittlesey Mere is in the Cambridgeshire Fens. circa 1840-1860

Monument in Swithland Park, Leicestershire
Sketch of a monument in Swithland Park, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. It is the old lantern cross (circa 1500) from the nearby village of Mountsorrel

Brazil Wood, Swithland, Leicestershire
Sketch of quarrying (probably granite) at Brazil Wood, Swithland, Leicestershire, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. 1859

Swithland, Leicestershire, with granite and slate quarries
Sketch of the Swithland area of Leicestershire, with granite at the top of Kinchley Hill, a small quarry to the right, Buddon Wood (granite) to the right, and Charnwood Forest (slate) to the left

Kinchley Hill and Brazil Wood, Swithland, Leicestershire
Sketch of granite rocks at Kinchley Hill and Brazil Wood, Swithland, Leicestershire, by Reverend Baden Powell (1796-1860), father of Robert Baden Powell. 1859

Croydon. Date: circa 1840s

Interior at New College Lane, Oxford
Watercolour sketch of an interior at New College Lane, Oxford, showing Reverend Baden Powell and his wife (they married in 1846), with five children

Garden with mountain in distance, Cardiff, Wales
Watercolour painting showing a garden and a mountain in the distance, in Cardiff, Wales, by Henrietta Grace Baden Powell (nee Smyth, 1824-1914), mother of Robert. circa 1840s

Platypus. Date: circa 1860s

Picture No. 10514137
Safari in Kenya Date: circa 30s thirties 1930s

Scouts Hostel, Kandersteg. 21 August 1931

Robert Stephenson Smythe Baden-Powell fishing. 9 November 1926

William Powell / Mgm
WILLIAM POWELL American film actor

T.E. Powell, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
T.E. Powell, 1910.

Are YOU in this? First World War recruitment poster by Baden Powell showing helpers on the home front giving backup to
528124 Are YOU in this? First World War recruitment poster by Baden Powell showing helpers on the home front giving backup to fighting soldiers and sailors.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Melvin G. Powell and Martha Scott in their home, Connecticut, ca. May 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Melvin G. Powell and Martha Scott in their home, Connecticut, ca. May 1947

Portrait of Melvin G. Powell and Martha Scott in their home, Connecticut, ca. May 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Melvin G. Powell and Martha Scott in their home, Connecticut, ca. May 1947

Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: F. W. Powell
Figurehead, c. 1938

Figurehead: "Brooks Walker", c. 1938. Creator: F. W. Powell. Figurehead: "Brooks Walker", c. 1938
Figurehead: "Brooks Walker", c. 1938

Figurehead: Warrior with Helmet, c. 1938. Creator: F. W. Powell
Figurehead: Warrior with Helmet, c. 1938

Eagle Figurehead, 1935/1942. Creator: F. W. Powell
Eagle Figurehead, 1935/1942

Daniel Webster Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: F. W. Powell
Daniel Webster Figurehead, c. 1938

Sternboard Eagle, 1935/1942. Creator: F. W. Powell
Sternboard Eagle, 1935/1942

Commodore Morris Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: F. W. Powell
Commodore Morris Figurehead, c. 1938

Shutter Dog, 1935/1942. Creator: F. W. Powell
Shutter Dog, 1935/1942

Arizona, Page, Glen Canyon Dam

Alstrom Point at sunset, Lake Powell, Utah, USA

Robert Baden-Powell (1857 - 1941), British Army officer, writer, founder and first Chief Scout of the world-wide Scout Movement

William Powell, Jean Harlow, Myrna Loy and Spencer Tracy in Libeled Lady (1936). Loy and Harlow in Dolly Tree creations. Date: 1936

British recruitment poster, Are You in this? WW1
British recruitment poster, design by Robert Baden-Powell, Are You in this? First World War. 1915

Enoch Powell MP in Birmingham before giving a speech. His famous homburg hat is hung at the end of the coat rack. First published The Sunday Times Date: 1987

Mafeking Relieved, 1900, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Mafeking Relieved, 1900, (1933). Patriotic crowds celebrate outside the London home of British colonel Robert Baden-Powell after his part in the relief of the British-held town in South Africa

J Graham Oates (Powell) 1924 Ultra Lightweight TT
Manxman J Graham Oates (Powell) 1924 Ultra Lightweight TT

Heroes of the Boer War early 1900s

Baden Powell at the Third World Scout Jamboree, Arrowe Park, Upton in 1929

Baden Powell in 1929

Baden Powell at the 3rd World Jamboree held at Arrowe Park Upton in 1929

Fred Astaire Eleanor Powell Broadway Melody cinema projection slide 1940

Baden Powell early 1900s

Baden Powell

Liverpool Scouts Rally in 1919

Baden Powell arriving at the Liverpool Scouts Rally in 1919

Baden Powell (on the right) at the Liverpool Scouts Rally in 1919

Baden Powell in 1919

Fred Astaire Eleanor Powell Broadway Melody movie advertisement

Boy Scouts stretcher party circa 1912

Baden Powell in 1910

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"Exploring the Legacy of Powell: From Chief Scout Lord Baden Powell to Music Covers and Festivals" Step into the world of Powell, where history intertwines with music, nature, and adventure. Chief Scout Lord Baden Powell, a name synonymous with leadership and outdoor exploration, laid the foundation for generations to come. His vision inspired millions of scouts worldwide. In the realm of entertainment, Powell's influence extended beyond scouting. The iconic music cover of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" showcased his enduring impact on popular culture. The Festival of Britain in 1951 marked a significant moment as The Skylon graced London's South Bank. A symbol of progress and innovation, it stood tall as a testament to British creativity during that time. Lord Baden-Powell's House in the Woods stands as a sanctuary amidst Buddon Wood in Mountsorrel, Swithland, Leicestershire. It serves as a reminder of his connection to nature and his belief in its transformative power. Venturing further into Buddon Wood at Kinchley Hill reveals another facet of Powell's legacy. Here lies an enchanting forest that echoes with whispers from the past—a place where memories are made and adventures unfold. From forests to collieries—Cwmpennar Colliery in Glamorgan witnessed the industrious spirit that defined Wales' mining heritage. Even here, Powell's influence found its way through stories shared by those who worked tirelessly underground. Traveling across continents brings us to Colorado's Green River in 1871—an awe-inspiring sight known as Triplet Falls within Lodore Canyon. Nature’s grandeur mirrored Powell’s appreciation for wilderness beauty. Powell's reach extended beyond Earth itself; he even captured astronomers' attention like Edwin Hubble—the US astronomer whose discoveries expanded our understanding of space and time. Girl Guides Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret sent couriers bearing messages—a testament to Powell's impact on empowering young women and fostering leadership skills.