Interests Collection

Queen Elizabeth II with horse at Sandringham
Queen Elizabeth II, when Princess Elizabeth, pictured with one of the horses during harvest time at Sandringham, Norfolk in 1943. Date: 1943

Coronation 1953, the royal box at Ascot
A scene of excitement in the royal box at Royal Ascot when the Queens colt, Choir Boy, won the Royal Hunt Cup on 17 June 1953, a fortnight after the Coronation

Mr. J. D. Cram Station Master at Riding Mill Railway Station is busy with the prize winning flowers on 2nd September 1955

Americans in Russia
American troops are sent to Vladivostok to safeguard U.S. interests there : Americans will have a deep-seated terror of communism for decades to come

President McKinley capitulating to special interests and political patronage, 1897
1576795 President McKinley capitulating to special interests and political patronage, 1897; (add.info.: Unconditional surrender' President McKinley capitulating to special interests)

The Renfrew Boat Club, with the Inchinnan Cruising Club just beyond the fence, sometimes called The Working Mans Royal Yacht Club, Renfrew, Renfrewshire, Scotland, Sunday 8th May 1949

Skelton Beakers Club members, Graham Appleyard (left), Ann Scott & Barry Smith, pictured outside their caravan, which is manned 24 hours a day, they have so far contacted 3650 breakers

Vince Prior, Club Secretary, North Tees Breakers Club, which is disbanding due to lack of support, 9th March 1986

David Nicholson, CB Radio enthusiast with his rig and licence, on the day Cleveland breakers were given the all clear to freedom of the airwaves as Citizen Band Radio went legal, 2nd November 1981

Samantha Bunnell (right) and her friend Jillian Carnell, try out a CB Radio, 18th January 1983

Poster, Samuel Cody, Velodrome de la Seine, Paris
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: S. F. Cody Wild West Show (c.1893). Known as a showman, sharpshooter, horseman, aviator and aircraft designer

Joan Crawford and Charles Martin
Hollywood actor Joan Crawford (1908?-1977) with Charles Martin at the theatre. Date: 1939

Illustration, A Song of the English, Calcutta
Illustration to A Song of the English, a patriotic set of poems by Rudyard Kipling (first published in the English Illustrated Magazine). Calcutta -- Me the Sea-captain loved, the River built

The Crisis in Egypt, the British Fleet available to defend our Interests in the East (engraving)
1624105 The Crisis in Egypt, the British Fleet available to defend our Interests in the East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in Egypt)

Ce qui se passe dans la tete de ces petites dames et de ces petits messieurs, Etude d apres Gall (engraving)
1094550 Ce qui se passe dans la tete de ces petites dames et de ces petits messieurs, Etude d apres Gall (engraving) by French School

Gulliver and the Brobdingnag Farmers (engraving)
2777176 Gulliver and the Brobdingnag Farmers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gulliver and the Brobdingnag Farmers. Cartoon, 9 March 1850)

About Shells (engraving)
3626090 About Shells (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: About Shells. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Revolution at Panama
On 3rd November 1903, American forces prevented Colombian troops from travelling from Colon to suppress a rebellion occurring in Panama City by standing in front of the train station.This was to

Benjamin Bombastes (engraving)
2777094 Benjamin Bombastes (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benjamin Bombastes. Cartoon, 4 August 1877)

Up goes the Quartern Loaf (engraving)
2777172 Up goes the Quartern Loaf (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Up goes the Quartern Loaf. Cartoon, 20 March 1852)

A Modern Sleeping Beauty, a Tale of a Forgetful Prince (litho)
1039704 A Modern Sleeping Beauty, a Tale of a Forgetful Prince (litho) by Johnson, Herbert (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Modern Sleeping Beauty, a Tale of a Forgetful Prince)

The Siege of Pondicherry, 1761 (engraving)
954589 The Siege of Pondicherry, 1761 (engraving) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: The 1760-1761 Siege of Pondicherry was a conflict in the Third Carnatic War)

People moving in the morning. Allahabad
Giovanni Cavalli

CB Radio inside Car, 2nd September 1981

Middlesbrough based Phantom Squadron CB Radio Group members, who recently raised nearly 1000 pounds for the South Cleveland Hospital Kidney Transplant Fund after a 132 hour chat in

Phantom Squadron CB Radio Group, Neil Robinson with fellow members of the club, based in Middlesbrough, 16th February 1983

Start of Fishing Season, Reading, June 1980

FANCY PORTRAIT 1658
Austrian archduke Leopold Wilhelm occupies only a tiny part of his portrait, a riot of figures which symbolise his interests and activities, to say nothing of his wife ! Date: 1658

Queen Elizabeth II as a child with a donkey
Princess Elizabeth feeds a blinkered donkey at the Royal Show, Windsor while Princess Margaret looks on. Date: 1939

Front cover of The Bystander, 1915: US war profiteering
A British comment on war profiteering by America, and the British right to search neutral merchant vessels for contraband during World War One. Date: 1915

The Radziwill Palace, Berlin, 1878
Engraving of the Radziwill Palace, Berlin; the place used for the Berlin Congress of 1878. Here, British, Russian and Turkish leaders met to discuss their conflicting interests in the Turkish region

Cartoon, satire on the British government and its current issues. Politicians depicted include Gladstone and Salisbury, respective Liberal and Conservative leaders. 1890

John Disney
JOHN DISNEY churchman who had doubts, and became a Unitarian rather than an Anglican; his interests were in antiquarianism. Date: 1746 - 1816

Philip Cluverus
PHILIP CLUVERUS German geographer and historian, surrounded by suitably allegorical ornaments illustrative of his professional interests. Date: 1580 - 1623

Disraeli / Bombastes
BENJAMIN DISRAELI Dizzy as Bombastes, daring any foreign power to go against British Interests overseas Date: 4 August 1877

Andrew Lang (Richmond)
ANDREW LANG Scottish scholar, with special interests in mythology, folklore and the paranormal Date: 1844 - 1912

Sidelights on personality - Mrs Charles Sweeny
Unusual portrait of socialite Mrs Charles Sweeny, the former deb of the year Margaret Whigham and later the notorious Duchess of Argyll

Cartoon, Broad Bottom Drones storming the Hive, Wasps, Hornets & Bumble Bees joining in the Attack, by James Gillray. Showing leading politicians (both those in power and those in opposition)

Society greyhound racing enthusiasts
Greyhound racing enthusiasts - lady owners of dogs in 1927 just as the sport was gaining widespread popularity among society

Abbe Raynal - 4
GUILLAUME THOMAS FRANCOIS, abbe RAYNAL - French historian and philosopher, with a globe and farming implements representing the range of his interests. Date: 1713 - 1796

Portrait Woman ca 1520 Oil wood 19 x 17 48. 3 43. 2 cm
Artokoloro

Advertisement for Ediswan incandescent light bulbs, 1898. The Ediswan brand was the result of a merging of the interests of the two pioneers of electric light bulbs

Joseph d Aguilar Samuda (1813-1885) English mechanical engineer Member of Parliament and philanthropist. Among his interests were marine engines, iron ships, atmospheric railways

Mr Frank Crisp (c1853-1919), English Limited Liability Lawyer one of whose personal interests was microscopy and who acted as Secretary of the Royal Microscopical Society

(Friedrich Wilhelm Heinrich) Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859) German naturalist. Humboldts interests included geophysics, geology and botany, and he is sometimes called the founder of ecology

The Steel Yard in Thames Street, headquarters of the Hanse Merchants or Esterlings in London, England as it appeared in 1667

Title page of The Tryal of Dr Henry Sacheverell, London 1710. Sacheverell (c1674-1724) Church of England High Church cleric whose sermons accusing Whig administration of neglecting interests of

Anthony John Mundella (1825-1897) British statesman with interests in the Nottingham hosiery manufacture. Member of Parliament for Sheffield 1868-1885

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"Captivating Interests: A Glimpse into Fascinating Moments" Queen Elizabeth II gracefully riding her horse at Sandringham, showcasing her passion for equestrian pursuits. The majestic Coronation of 1953 unfolds, with the royal box at Ascot witnessing a regal spectacle fit for a queen. Mr. J. D. Cram, the dedicated Station Master at Riding Mill Railway Station, immersed in his prize-winning endeavors amidst bustling train schedules. Americans exploring Russia's rich culture and heritage, embracing new experiences and forging cross-cultural connections. Samuel Cody's captivating poster entices spectators to witness thrilling cycling races at Velodrome de la Seine in Paris. Hollywood icons Joan Crawford and Charles Martin captivate audiences with their undeniable chemistry on screen and off. An enchanting illustration from "A Song of the English" transports us to Calcutta, immersing us in its vibrant cultural tapestry. The Renfrew Boat Club stands proudly by the Inchinnan Cruising Club's fence, symbolizing a shared love for sailing adventures along scenic waterscapes. Skelton Beakers Club members - Graham Appleyard, Ann Scott & Barry Smith - united by their passion for collecting exquisite beakers that tell stories of history and craftsmanship. The Anti-Corn Law campaign ignites fervor as advocates rally against economic policies that impact livelihoods and social justice issues during an era of change. Front cover of The Bystander magazine (1915) exposes US war profiteering practices during times when ethics were tested amid global conflicts. David Nicholson indulges his enthusiasm as a CB Radio enthusiast; his rig and license reflect dedication to connecting with fellow enthusiasts across airwaves. In this diverse collection spanning different eras and cultures, we find ourselves captivated by individuals' passions, united by the pursuit of what truly fascinates them.