Gaining Collection

Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse, VC
Captain Noel G. Chavasse was Medical Officer to the 1/ 10th Battalion of the Kings Liverpool Regiment during the First World War

Womens Suffrage Millicent Fawcett
Photograph shows Millicent Garrett Fawcett ahead of a banner proclaiming Woman Citizens Mrs. Fawcett, President of the National Union of Womens Suffrage Societies

How to enjoy a banana
A highly suggestive French postcard entitled How to eat a Banana!

Bumeliana Well Walls Defending Defenders Oasis
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The Taking of the Tanga Pass, the Royal West Kent gaining the top (litho)
1039356 The Taking of the Tanga Pass, the Royal West Kent gaining the top (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Taking of the Tanga Pass)

Gaining the Holy Year Jubilee in Italian Cities (engraving)
1628903 Gaining the Holy Year Jubilee in Italian Cities (engraving) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gaining the Holy Year Jubilee in Italian Cities)

Postcard celebrating Czech - USA relations post-WW1
Celebration of Czech-USA relations post-WW1. U.S. President Woodrow Wilson and the United States played a major role in the establishment of Czechoslovakia on October 28, 1918

Young man wearing a shirt and a tie cheering, success, victory pose

Fighting The Pounds
26th November 1955: Principal Boy actress Lynette Ray working out under the supervision of Mickey Wood at his Tough Guy Agency in Marylebone, London

Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) - Fighting at Tripoli
Fighting before the walls of Tripoli. The Italo Turkish War was launched by Italy against Turkey, with the aim of gaining Libya, in order to counterbalance French conquests in North Africa

Suffragette Come off the Fence N. U. W. S. S
Suffragette Come off the Fence N.U.W.S.S. Implores a woman sitting on a fence to join the fight for, Suffrage and Citizenship Gaining the vote would give women influence on issues such as unjust Laws

Naval Battle 1704
BATTLE OF MALAGA The British & Dutch fleets, commanded by Sir George Rooke, prevent the French and Spanish fleets from joining forces, gaining a strategic victory Date: 24 August 1704

RAC Tourist Trophy Race, Ulster 1933
A colour illustration by Roland Davies depicting an exciting moment during the RAC Tourist Trophy Race on the Ards Circuit in Ulster in 1933

Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) - Assault on an Arab Traitor
Italian assault on the house of an Arab Traitor. The Italo Turkish War was launched by Italy against Turkey, with the aim of gaining Libya

Minucius after winning the Battle of Geronium
PUNIC WARS : after gaining victory at the Battle of Geronium (or Gerunium) against the Carthaginians during the Second Punic War

WW2 poster, Quick -- you re gaining on him
WW2 poster by Fougasse, Quick -- you re gaining on him!! Date: 1940s

Sphere cover - Allied soldiers in Macedonia by Matania
Front cover illustration by Fortunino Matania showing a group of Allied soldiers in Macedonai surveying a monument bearing an inscription in Bulgarian placed by General Mackensen beside a road built

Russian Wind Propelled Skier
A Russian skier clutching a large sail, used to provide propulsion via harnessing wind. Date: Circa 1900

Night Scout Southwest Surprise Outpost Survey
Artokoloro

Vase ca 1900 Queens New York United States American
Artokoloro

Source Size = 3036 x 4176
TESS OF THE D URBERVILLES: " The three o clock sun shone full upon him, and the strange enervating conviction which had been gaining ground in Tess ever since she had heard his words distinctly

Young man wearing a shirt and a tie cheering, laughing, success, victory pose

Cornish Ceremony
27th July 1926: Under the will of the late John Knill of St Ives, Cornwall, every five years a number of young girls and elderly women must dance around his mauseleum

Battle in the Chios Channel, naval battle, summer 1770. Engagement of Turkish flagship Real Mustafa and Russian ship Svyatoy Evstafiy. Russian victory gaining control of Black Sea

New thoughts, conceptual artwork. Drawing of a mans head with a small man parachuting into the top of it, representing the gaining of new thoughts and knowledge

Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) - Cavalry Charge
Daring cavalry charge at Bengazi. The Italo Turkish War was launched by Italy against Turkey, with the aim of gaining Libya, in order to counterbalance French conquests in North Africa

Italo-Turkish War (1911-12) - Italian troops search an Oasis
Italian troops search a Turkish Oasis for Turkish troops. The Italo Turkish War was launched by Italy against Turkey, with the aim of gaining Libya

Women railway porters
Photograph showing two women railway porters in 1915. As World War I progressed, women began to work in traditionally male jobs as part of the war effort

J Iremonger - Cricketer
James Iremonger - cricketer for Nottinghamshire, who also played Association Football for Notts County as a full- back gaining an England cap against Scotland in 1901

Crinoline in the Rain
Another sacrifice made in the name of fashion. The breadth of poor Kittys crinoline prevents her and Adolphus, her chivalrous beau, from gaining shelter inside a carriage

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"Gaining: A Journey of Triumph and Progress" In a world where gaining knowledge, recognition, and equality is paramount, we find inspiration in the stories of remarkable individuals who have paved the way for change. Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse, VC - a true hero whose selflessness and bravery earned him the Victoria Cross. Just as Millicent Fawcett fought tirelessly for women's suffrage, we too can gain empowerment by standing up for what we believe in. And while some may think it trivial, even knowing how to enjoy a banana can be seen as gaining an appreciation for life's simple pleasures. Amidst the chaos of war, Bumeliana Well Walls became a symbol of strength and resilience - defending defenders with an oasis of hope. The Suffragette movement urged us to come off the fence and take action; organizations like N. U. W. S. S played pivotal roles in gaining equal rights for all. From conquering treacherous terrains like Tanga Pass to embracing cultural milestones such as Gaining the Holy Year Jubilee in Italian Cities – each victory brings us closer to unity. Post-WW1 celebrations marked Czech-USA relations postcard exemplifies how nations can overcome adversity together. During World War II, posters reminded us that every step forward mattered - "Quick -- you're gaining on him. " Sphere cover featuring Allied soldiers showcases their unwavering determination amidst challenging times. Even beyond borders or battlegrounds lies innovation – Russian Wind Propelled Skier demonstrates humanity's constant quest for progress. And let us not forget that sometimes it is simply about celebrating personal achievements – a young man wearing a shirt and tie cheering his success with a victorious pose reminds us that gains come in many forms. So let these stories ignite our spirits; let them remind us that through perseverance and unity, we are capable of achieving greatness. Together, let's continue on this journey towards progress – one gain at a time.