Shamrock Collection (#3)

Scenic View Of Shamrock Glacier Near Merrill Pass, Southcentral Alaska

The Union: Thistle, Rose, Shamrock, c1850. Artist: William Charles Ross
The Union: Thistle, Rose, Shamrock, c1850. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney. [Virtue & Company, London, c1915]

Shamrock IV
A diagram illustrating the height of the yacht Shamrock IV, British challenger for the Americas Cup in 1920, owned by Sir Thomas Lipton

Launch of Shamrock III
At Dumbarton, the yacht Shamrock III is launched, supported on pontoons. Owned by Sir Thomas Lipton, the yacht was to be his third challenger for the Americas Cup

Americas Cup Yacht Shamrock IV Overtakes Resolute 1920
Jul 1920: the Yacht Shamrock IV Overtakes Resolute during the Second Race in the Americas Cup Series. Mandatory Credit: Allsport Hulton/Archive

An Irish Peasant Girl - Northern Ireland Date: circa 1903

To My Valentine, American Valentine card, c1908. Cupid shoots an arrow into a heart held up by a putto. The words are surrounded by garlands of forget-me-nots (Myosotis palustris)

To My True Love, American Valentine card, c1910. Cupid dances on grass with naturalised Snowdrops and is playing a lyre of bluebells

The Fenian-Pest, 1866. Artist: John Tenniel
The Fenian-Pest, 1866. Hibernia remarks O my dear Sister, What are we to do with these Troublesome People? Britannia replies Try Isolation first

Erins Little Difficulty, 1865. Artist: John Tenniel
Erins Little Difficulty, 1865. Britannia exclaims Yes, My Dear! Thats the sort of Drilling to do Him Most Good! Ireland, in the shape of Erin

Thomas Beasley, Irish horseracing jockey
Thomas (Tommy) Beasley, Irish horseracing jockey. late 19th century

Biddy, by Laurence Cowen
Biddy by Laurence Cowen (or Cohen). First produced at the Fortune Theatre, Covent Garden, London, December 1926. The title character depicted here is an Irish girl, as the shamrock suggests

St Patricks Day in the Morning, Selling Shamrock - a posed picture of two girls selling two women Shamrocks outside. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s

Children Gathering Shamrock for St. Patricks Day
Children Gathering Shamrock forSt. Patricks Day - a view of four children on a mound gathering shamrocks into baskets. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s

A display of shamrock boxes on a table for sending to the troops in the Great War. (Location: Ireland). Date: circa early 1900s

Toddler with IRA graffiti, Belfast, Northern Ireland
A toddler stands in front of a wall displaying IRA graffiti, in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Date: 1969

Cover design, Irish Exhibition Programme, Olympia, London
Cover design, Irish Exhibition, Official Daily Programme, Olympia, London, 6, 7 and 8 August 1888. 1888

King of the Waterfalls
The king is astounded as the ugly crop-haired girl is transformed into a raving beauty as she stoops to pick up some shamrock. (Irish story)

Greetings telegram, happy birthday
Greetings telegram with a patriotic design, happy birthday. Date: 1942

Music cover, A Glorious Sprig of Shamrock for your Coat, written by Albert Hall, composed by C W Murphy, sung by Michael Nolan. 1900

Camp Fire Girls on parade, Hudson, Massachusetts, USA
Camp Fire Girls on parade with banners in Hudson, Massachusetts, USA. They belong to a scouting type organisation for girls which was founded in the early 20th century

Thomas Lipton launches Shamrock IV, 1914
Sir Thomas Lipton photographed at Gosport in June 1914 after his fourth challenger for the Americas Cup had been christened by the Countess of Shaftesbury and safely launched in Portsmouth harbour

British coins, two Elizabeth II sixpences for 1966 and 1967, with a design on the reverse representing England (rose), Scotland (thistle), Wales (leek) and Ireland (shamrock). Date: 1966-1967

Shamrock I and Shamrock III
During trials for the 1903 Americas Cup off the New York coast, Shamrock III, the challenger that year, races against the challenger in 1899, Shamrock I

Seasonable Cakes. Shamrock Cake. St Patricks Day Celebration Date: 1936

Shamrock IV at sea in rough weather, WW1
The Shamrock IV at sea in rough weather at the start of the First World War. The America Cup was postponed because of the war, but the Shamrock was already at sea, and continued on to New York

AMERICAs CUP, 1920. The Shamrock IV, the challenger for the cup

AMERICAs CUP, 1920. Resolute (on the right) ahead of Shamrock IV

AMERICAs CUP, 1920. Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton (1850-1931), British merchant and yachtsman aboard The Shamrock IV, the challenger in the Americas Cup race of 1920

London and North Western Railway Companys New Steamer Shamrock, Engraving 1876

The Rose, Shamrock, and Thistle Painted by C. Baxter, Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1851 Engraving

Shamrock, Shamrock (Schooner), Yachts, 1892

Columbia setting spinnaker and Shamrock, after start, Columbia (Sloop), Shamrock I (Yacht), Americas Cup races, Yachts, Regattas, 1899

YACHT: SHAMROCK IV, 1920. The British racing yacht, Shamrock IV. Photograph, June 1920

AMERICAs CUP, 1899. The American winner, Columbia and the British challenger, Shamrock in the tenth international race for the Americas Cup in 1899

AMERICAs CUP, 1899. The British challenger, Shamrock I crossing the finish line at the tenth Americas Cup in 1899, New York

WWI: POSTER, 1915. The real Irish spirit. Irish recruitment lithograph, 1915

Interior of a Northern Irish Cabin Date: circa 1903

Spinning wool for Irish Homespuns - Northern Ireland Date: circa 1903

Building an Ocean Liner at Harland & Wolff, Belfast - In the Course of Construction. Date: circa 1903

The Challenger, Shamrock III
The 1903 unsuccessful challenger for the Americas Cup, Shamrock III (of the Royal Ulster Yacht Club), owned by Sir Thomas Lipton. Date: 1903

Greetings Postcard with good luck Shamrocks
Greetings Postcard with Good Luck Shamrocks surrounding a wax-sealed envelope Date: 1912

Europe, Ireland, Donegal. Shamrock Chinese Restaurant with red storefront. Credit as
Ireland, Donegal. Shamrock Chinese Restaurant with red storefront. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Mexican Wood-sorrel (Oxalis tetraphylla) Iron Cross variety, close-up of leaves, Ellerstadt, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, January

To My True Love, c1910. American Valentine card. Cupid dances on grass with naturalised Snowdrops and is playing a lyre of Bluebells

London and North Western Railway Companys New Steamer Shamrock, Engraving 1876

The Rose, Shamrock, and Thistle Painted by C. Baxter, Exhibition of the Society of British Artists, 1851 Engraving

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"Emblem of Irish Pride: Exploring the Shamrock's Rich Legacy" The iconic symbol of Ireland, the shamrock holds a special place in the hearts of many. From its association with the Irish Guards Shamrock to its presence in various cultural artifacts, this humble clover has woven itself into the fabric of Irish identity. One notable connection lies in the world of sports, where Shamrock V races have captivated enthusiasts for decades. The racing yacht, Shamrock II, also made waves as a British contender on international waters. These vessels embody both competition and national pride. In art and design, illustrations often feature an English rose, Welsh leek, daffodil from Wales, Scottish thistle alongside our beloved shamrock – a visual representation of unity among these nations. A postcard bearing warm greetings from Ireland showcases this harmonious blend. Meanwhile, Cork Airport's Terminal Building stands as a gateway to the Republic of Ireland - welcoming visitors with open arms and showcasing our rich heritage. And speaking of heritage, an ancient oak forest serves as a backdrop for vibrant shamrocks thriving amidst nature's beauty. Music too finds inspiration in this cherished emblem; "The Irish Tango" dances through melodies that evoke feelings of nostalgia and passion. Meanwhile, an enchanting scene unfolds within An Irish Cabin nestled in Northern Ireland - offering glimpses into traditional ways of life. As Christmas approaches each year, Irish Christmas greeting cards adorned with chromolitho images spread joy far and wide. Amongst them is often found imagery celebrating our beloved shamrocks - symbols that bring good luck during festive times. Finally yet importantly comes the launch event for Shamrock V - another testament to our nation's love affair with sailing prowess. This momentous occasion marks yet another chapter in history where we celebrate not only sporting achievements but also our enduring spirit as a people. Through all these diverse contexts and representations emerges one constant thread.