Spade Collection (#29)

Costume / Girl / Franchomme
Girl wears a red fur or plush hat, buttoned up tunic or skirted jacket with soutache (Russian braid) over her dress, matching cape with blue lining & leather gloves

Fall of meteorites at Hatford, Berkshire, UK
When meteorites fall at Hatford, Berkshire, Mistress Greene, a witness, has one dug up, though one of the diggers swoons in terror

Boys building a snowman in the woods
Three boys building a snowman in the woods

Robin - on spade in snow - Bedfordshire UK 007991
BB-1908 Robin - on spade in snow Bedfordshire UK Erithacus rubecula Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

DOG. Golden retriever carrying spade and bucket
JD-21292 DOG. Golden retriever carrying spade and bucket John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

DOG. Golden retriever holding spade
JD-21287 DOG. Golden retriever holding spade John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

DOG. Golden retriever holding bucket with sandcastles
JD-21289 DOG. Golden retriever holding bucket with sandcastles John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Roadworkers in Ambleside UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Multi coloured spades on sale at a beach shop on the Planche, Deauville, Calvados, Normandy, France, Europe

Close-up of spade in sand on a building site, City of London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Caxton / First Pawn
THE FIRST PAWN - representing the common man and labourer without whose work the nobles cannot rule. He stands on the board before the Rook (officer of the king) whom he serves

Lisbon Railway - 1853
The opening of the Lisbon Railway, by the Queen of Portugal

Bulldog / Photo / Owners
A father and son, proud owners of a bulldog, in their surburban garden

Industry / Glass 1827
A glass-blower rests the molten glass on a stool while he blows it into shape

Gardening 1827
A gardener digging over his garden in preparation for planting new plants

Burke & Wills / B Buried
Robert O Hara Burke and W. J. Wills were the first men to cross Australia from south to north. The burial of Burke by Howitts party

Wigan Colliery Girls
Two Wigan colliery girls

Cottage in Co. Donegal
A Irish peasants cottage in County Donegal with a wheelbarrow and spade outside and pigs eating from a bowl

Our Little Sailor 1890
Blonde sailor boy in red & white striped shirt, white sailor blouse with blue collar & a red sash sits on a wave break with a toy boat & spade waving his straw sailor hat

Frilly Seaside Bonnets
Three little girls at Blackpool keep their complexions fair by wearing large lacy broad brimmed bonnets which secure under the chin with a bow

Boy in Muslin Frock 1789
A young boy, Master Henry Hoare, wears a high-waisted, white muslin frock with tucks at the hem, a blue sash, white stockings & lightweight brown lace-up shoes. N.B straw hat

Napoleon Gardening
NAPOLEON I/SCENES Napoleon at St Helena gardening on doctors orders

Donkey Ride
Little boy in his sailor suit, enjoying his donkey ride, while children look on

Planting Potatoes 1870S
Planting potatoes

Ma & Daughter on Terrace
A mother and her daughter on the terrace with a few toys

St Bernard Rescuing
A Saint Bernard monk comes hurrying up with a spade as a rescue dog finds a man buried in the Alpine snow

Opening of the Thames Tunnel
A picture to commemorate the opening of the Thames Tunnel, connecting Rotherhithe and Wapping, showing the company medallion featuring Sir Marc Isambard Brunel supported by one of the tunnels

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"From Welsh Women Road Builders to Royal Engineers: The Spade's Enduring Legacy" In the heart of South Wales, the spade has long been a symbol of resilience and hard work. It witnessed the determination of Welsh women road builders as they paved their way through challenging terrains, leaving behind a lasting mark on their communities. During World War I, it became an indispensable tool for the Rifle Brigade in their strategic positions along the Western Front. With each dig, these brave soldiers fortified their defenses and protected countless lives amidst the chaos of war. Meanwhile, in literature, it found its place in Sense and Sensibility as a gardener's trusted companion. Just like Elinor Dashwood's beloved Edward Ferrars, this humble implement proved essential for nurturing life and tending to nature's beauty. The it also played a vital role during times of social unrest. In 1921, amidst strikes that shook South Wales' coal industry to its core, it was wielded by determined miners who tirelessly picked coal from waste tips – an act of defiance against adversity. When World War II erupted, it took center stage once again with the iconic "Dig for Victory" poster urging citizens to cultivate victory gardens using this very tool. Its handle became a symbol of hope and self-sufficiency during dark times. Over time, technology evolved but never replaced its significance. A man with a mechanical digger in a muddy field reminded us that progress may change our methods but not our reliance on this timeless instrument. Even our furry friends recognize its importance. Picture No. 11992900 captures a golden retriever proudly holding onto his spade while building sandcastles at the beach – reminding us that even playtime can be enriched by embracing tradition. Beyond physical labor or leisurely pursuits lies another facet tied to paper money itself – French Alarmists saw John Bull clutching banknotes tightly with one hand while gripping his trusty spade with the other.