Simpson Collection (page 15)

A scene in Downing Street during the Abdication crisis
A cyclist sympathetic to the dilemma of King Edward VIII in December 1936, talks to a policeman in Downing Street, London

Abdication crisis: front cover of the Weekly Illustrated
Front cover of the Weekly Illustrated newspaper from December 1936 showing a portrait of Mrs Ernest (Wallis) Simpson. In 1936, there was a constitutional crisis when the new king

Abdication crisis: front cover of the Daily Mirror
Front cover from the Daily Mirror, 11th December 1936 depicting the new king, George VI arriving at his home at 145, Piccadilly, London

Wallis Simpson in 1927
Mrs Ernest Simpson (Bessie Wallis Warfield Simpson), pictured in 1927 when wife of Commander Earl Wingfield Spencer of the US Navy, shortly before her divorce

Abdication front cover headlines
Front cover headlines from the Daily Mirror announcing that King Edward VIII had chosen to marry Mrs Wallis Simpson in December 1936

Edward, Prince of Wales with Albert, Duke of York
Edward, Prince of Wales (1894-1972), later King Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor with his younger brother, Albert, Duke of York (1895-1951), later King George VI

The Prince of Wales and Wallis Simpson
A photograph of the Prince of Wales and Wallis Simpson near Split, during the royal cruise down the Damatian coast in 1935

Duke and Duchess of Windsor wedding souvenir postcard
Souvenir postcard celebrating the wedding of the Duke of Windsor, formerly King Edward VIII to Wallis Simpson on 3rd June 1937

Thelma, Viscountess Furness (1904-1970) born Thelma Morgan, was the woman loved by Edward VIII before Wallis Simpson

Prince of Wales at Nairobi station
The Prince of Wales in his safari kit. The Prince returned early from an African trip, when he received news of King George Vs illness in 1928. Edward, born in 1894, was Georges eldest son

Arrest of a suspected Prussian spy; Franco-Prussian War, 187
Illustration showing the arrest of suspected Prussian spy in the busy Boulevard des Italiens, Paris, during the early stages of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1

King Edward VIIIs letter of abdication
A photograph of the letter of abdication signed by King Edward VIII and his brothers. Edward VIII abdicated from the British throne in 1936 in order to marry Mrs. Wallis Simpson, an American divorcee

Edward VIII on Holiday
EDWARD VIII and Mrs Wallis Simpson on holiday in September 1936 at Rab in Yugoslavia, surrounded by bodyguards and policemen

Edward & Wallis Simpson
EDWARD VIII and Mrs Wallis Simpson during the Kings summer holiday to Rab in Yugoslavia in September 1936. The King was to abdicate in December of that year

James Young Simpson
Sir James Young Simpson, Scottish physician, first to use ether as an anaesthetic in obstetric practice

Balaclava / Simpson
The Charge of the Light Brigade - a birds eye view of the action

George Curzon / Simpson 07
GEORGE NATHANIEL LORD CURZON OF KEDLESTON Viceroy of India and statesman

Simpson / Land Journey
Thomas Simpsons land journey

James Young Simpson / Moff
SIR JAMES YOUNG SIMPSON Scottish physician, first to use ether as an anaesthetic in obstetric practice

James Young Simpson / Bing
SIR JAMES YOUNG SIMPSON Scottish physician, first to use ether as an anaesthetic in obstetric practice

Simpson / Chloroform / 1847
James Young Simpson experiments with chloroform and is discovered by a colleague

Marconi (Simpson)
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor in 1907

James Young Simpson / Bmj
SIR JAMES YOUNG SIMPSON Scottish physician, first to use ether as an anaesthetic

Haldane / Joseph Simpson
Richard Burdon, Viscount English statesman

Edward Weds Wallis
Commemorative envelope issued in France on the occasion of Edward, duke of Windsors marriage to Mrs Wallis Warfield/Simpson at Monts

Preston North End FC: Thrilling Moment with Simpson in Action
Simpson

Dugout

Preston North End FC: Action-Packed Moment with Simpson
Simpson

Simpson

Dugout, WBA

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"Simpson: A Tapestry of History, Royalty, and Innovation" Step into the world of Simpson, where history comes alive through captivating moments. From the Duke and Duchess of Windsor strolling with their beloved pugs to a grand feast depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry, this collection transports us across centuries. In 1944, amidst turmoil, we witness General Lee surrendering to General Grant at Appomattox Court House—an iconic symbol of peace restored within a divided nation. Thomas Nast's remarkable painting immortalizes this historic event. The Tatler front-cover showcases the elegance and grace of the Duchess of Windsor—a true embodiment of style and sophistication. Joining her are distinguished figures like General Dempsey, General Hodges, Field-Marshal Montgomery—leaders who shaped our world. Venturing further back in time, we encounter Heavy Brigade/Simpson—a powerful alliance that left an indelible mark on military strategy. The first flight of Hawk XX154 takes us soaring through skies as innovation propels us forward. Simpsons' dedication to research is evident as they delve into anaesthetics during the 1840s—an era when medical breakthroughs revolutionized patient care. Their commitment to progress extends beyond medicine; an advertisement for Wills Coffee House from c. 1700 exemplifies their diverse interests. Ulysses S. Grant's presidential ambitions take center stage in Joseph Keppler's satirical cartoon from 1880—the Modern Wandering Jew seeking a third term based on his war record. This political commentary reflects America's ever-evolving landscape. Amidst these historical narratives emerges Queen Maeve—a figure shrouded in myth and legend whose influence echoes throughout Irish folklore. Simpson embodies more than just a name—it represents an intertwining tapestry woven with threads from various epochs: royalty mingling with pugs; feasts etched onto fabric; generals forging peace; the allure of a duchess; military prowess in action.