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"Endings and Beginnings: The Power of Quitting" In the wake of World War II, the Japanese made a historic decision to quit

Background imageQuit Collection: Cartoon, Notice to Quit, electricity on London Underground

Cartoon, Notice to Quit, electricity on London Underground
Cartoon, Notice to Quit, a comment on the introduction of electric trains on the London Underground, showing The Fairy Electra banishing the Steam Locomotive Underground Demon

Background imageQuit Collection: World Events Japanese Quit At End Of Wwii Ww2

World Events Japanese Quit At End Of Wwii Ww2
world, events, japanese, quit, at, end, of, wwii, ww2, second, war, two, 1945, 1940s, 40s, forties, japs, usa, america, american, postal, cover, envelope, newspaper, seller, vendor, man, postmark

Background imageQuit Collection: Scene from the New Play of 'Ravenswood', at the Lyceum (engraving)

Scene from the New Play of "Ravenswood", at the Lyceum (engraving)
1596728 Scene from the New Play of " Ravenswood", at the Lyceum (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageQuit Collection: Johnnys Fight with Cherry (colour litho)

Johnnys Fight with Cherry (colour litho)
3623248 Johnnys Fight with Cherry (colour litho) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johnnys Fight with Cherry)

Background imageQuit Collection: Exiled to Blois, Marie de Medicis and her suite quit the Louvre (colour litho)

Exiled to Blois, Marie de Medicis and her suite quit the Louvre (colour litho)
2795469 Exiled to Blois, Marie de Medicis and her suite quit the Louvre (colour litho) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exiled to Blois)

Background imageQuit Collection: The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty (engraving)

The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty (engraving)
1103023 The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty)

Background imageQuit Collection: leave behind

leave behind
Ina Tänzer

Background imageQuit Collection: BATTLE OF NOVARA 1849

BATTLE OF NOVARA 1849
BATTLE OF NOVARA The Austrians under Radetzky inflict a crippling defeat on the Piedmontese, who after fighting valorously quit the battlefield in disorder Date: 23 March 1849

Background imageQuit Collection: Quit Rents ceremony, Royal Courts of Justice, London

Quit Rents ceremony, Royal Courts of Justice, London
The ancient ceremony of Quit Rents taking place in the Royal Courts of Justice, London. The paying of quit rents by the Corporation of the City of London to the King (or Queen)

Background imageQuit Collection: Adam and Eve Quit Eden

Adam and Eve Quit Eden
Unhappily, the First Couple leave Eden : God shows them which way to go

Background imageQuit Collection: Office Boy burns his bridges and threatens to give notice

Office Boy burns his bridges and threatens to give notice
Office Boy burns his bridges (disobeying every commandment on his behaviour in sight) and threatens to give notice to his (rather surprised) Boss! Date: 1907

Background imageQuit Collection: French Quit Spain 1813

French Quit Spain 1813
The French evacuate Spain, acknowledging that Napoleons Peninsula Campaign has been a disastrous failure Date: 1813

Background imageQuit Collection: Louis XVIII in 1815

Louis XVIII in 1815
Louis XVIII has been on the throne only a few months when news comes that Napoleon has quit Elba, landed in France, and is headed for Paris : he hurriedly quits the Tuileries Date: 19/20 March 1815

Background imageQuit Collection: Duchesse De Maine Angry

Duchesse De Maine Angry
ANNE LOUISE BENEDICTE DE BOURBON-CONDE, duchesse de MAINE, wife of Louis Auguste, depicted smashing furniture when required to quit the palais des Tuileries, Paris. Date: 1676 - 1753

Background imageQuit Collection: Woman with basket, print maker: Jan Gillisz. van Vliet, 1635

Woman with basket, print maker: Jan Gillisz. van Vliet, 1635

Background imageQuit Collection: Ghandi discussing the Quit India concept with Nehru, 1942

Ghandi discussing the Quit India concept with Nehru, 1942

Background imageQuit Collection: Quitting smoking, conceptual image F007 / 8433

Quitting smoking, conceptual image F007 / 8433
Quitting smoking, conceptual image

Background imageQuit Collection: Abdication Demanded 2

Abdication Demanded 2
Angered by Louis attempt to quit the country, the people of Paris at a meeting on the Champ de Mars demand that he abdicate. Lafayette quells the riot with a fusillade. Date: 17 July 1791

Background imageQuit Collection: Bupropion drug molecule

Bupropion drug molecule. Computer model of bupropion, an antidepressant and smoking cessation aid, sold under a variety of brand names including Wellbutrin, Zyban and Buproban

Background imageQuit Collection: Turks Quit Belgrade

Turks Quit Belgrade
The Turkish forces of occupation evacuate Belgrade, which will now become the capital of Serbia, and eventually of Yugoslavia

Background imageQuit Collection: Abdication Demanded

Abdication Demanded
Angered by Louis attempt to quit the country, the people of Paris at a meeting on the Champ de Mars demand that he abdicate. Lafayette quells the riot with a fusillade

Background imageQuit Collection: French Quit Rome

French Quit Rome
As the French quit Rome, Vittorio Emanuele II presents himself to Pius IX as the new tenant - but it will be some years before he is able to take up residence !

Background imageQuit Collection: Turks Quit Montenegro

Turks Quit Montenegro
Turkish bashi-bazouks evacuate Montenegro picturesquely, in barges towed by steamers

Background imageQuit Collection: E-F LOUBET

E-F LOUBET
EMILE-FRANCOIS LOUBET French mayor of Montelimar, President 1899-1906 : after Dreyfus Affair, Entente Cordiale and church/state battle, quit public life

Background imageQuit Collection: Fly-In Cafes

Fly-In Cafes
For the busy traveler, fly-in cafes are a boon - no need to quit your cockpit, the waiters deliver your order directly to your seat

Background imageQuit Collection: Spanish Quit Dunkirk

Spanish Quit Dunkirk
Commentary on the evacuation of Dunkirk (then in the Spanish Netherlands) by the Spanish garrison, leaving it to be argued over between the Dutch and the French

Background imageQuit Collection: Jews Quit Babylon

Jews Quit Babylon
After 40 years exiled in Babylon, Cyrus conquers the city and permits the Jews to return to Jerusalem, taking their sacred vessels with them

Background imageQuit Collection: Abraham Leaves Home

Abraham Leaves Home
Abraham receives a divine instruction to quit his home- town Ur, so he and his family set forth


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"Endings and Beginnings: The Power of Quitting" In the wake of World War II, the Japanese made a historic decision to quit, marking an end to one of the darkest chapters in human history. As we reflect on this pivotal moment, let us remember the resilience and strength it took for them to surrender. Amidst the chaos of war, a cartoon captures our attention. A notice to quit is boldly displayed, symbolizing defiance against oppression and a call for change. It reminds us that sometimes quitting can be an act of bravery rather than weakness. The London Underground experiences a sudden interruption as electricity quits its duty. In this unexpected darkness, commuters are reminded that even systems we rely on can falter – teaching us valuable lessons about adaptability and perseverance. At the Lyceum Theatre, "Ravenswood" takes center stage with its gripping scenes leaving audiences breathless. Through this new play's engraving, we witness characters making life-altering choices - choosing to quit old habits or embrace new beginnings. In another artistic depiction titled "Johnny's Fight with Cherry, " colors burst forth from lithographic prints capturing moments when individuals decide enough is enough - quitting toxic relationships or standing up against injustice. Marie de Medicis exiles herself from Louvre in colorful litho artwork titled "Exiled to Blois. " This bold move showcases her determination not only to leave behind familiar surroundings but also her commitment to forge her own path towards freedom and self-discovery. "The Schleswig-Holstein Difficulty" engraving highlights political tensions where nations must choose between continuing conflicts or seeking peaceful resolutions by quitting their stubborn stances – reminding us that sometimes letting go leads to progress. As battles rage on during Novara 1849, soldiers face difficult decisions - whether it's fighting until victory or recognizing when it's time to quit for greater good. These historical events teach us about sacrifice and strategic thinking amidst chaos.