Thanking Collection

In Praise of the British Empire - Physical representations of the British territories of Canada, India, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia give thanks to King George V

The Kings Message to the Royal Air Force, WW1
The Kings Message to the Royal Air Force, 11 November 1918, thanking and congratulating the men and women of the RAF for their valued contribution at the end of the First World War. 1918

Kaiser Wilhelm II at Kiel shipyard, Germany, WW1
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), German Emperor, visiting Kiel shipyard, Germany, towards the end of the First World War. Date: 2 October 1918

Otto Schmidt, Soviet Arctic explorer
Otto Yulievich Schmidt (left, 1891-1956), Soviet Arctic explorer and geophysicist, greeting one of the rescue pilots (right) during the Chelyuskin expedition to the Arctic

Te Deum of Victory
On the battlefield near Toplitz, a grand Te Deum is sung, thanking God for victory at Leipzig (16- 19 October) effectively driving the French from Germany

General strike in Britain, 1926. Mr Punch thanking members of the British public who kept essential services running
527257 General strike in Britain, 1926. Mr Punch thanking members of the British public who kept essential services running during the strike

Mr Punch thanking Marconi for wireless telegraphy which was saving lives at sea
540142 Mr Punch thanking Marconi for wireless telegraphy which was saving lives at sea. Leonard Raven-Hill cartoon from Punch, London, 22 October 1913 by Raven-Hill

Noah's Thank-offering. Creator: Ester Almqvist
Noah's Thank-offering, Unknown date

The raising of Jairus daughter 1847-1849. Creator: Petrus Theodorus van Wijngaerdt
The raising of Jairus daughter 1847-1849. Jesus raises a girl from the dead. Jairus and his wife shower him with their thanks

The King of Denmark dining on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Creator: T. H. Wilson
The King of Denmark dining on board the "Cygnus", 1854. Opening of the British-built Royal Danish Railway by Frederick VII, King of Denmark

Prince Charlies Farewell to Flora MacDonald, 1746 (1905). Flora MacDonald helped the Jacobite pretender Charles Edward Stuart to escape after his defeat by the English at the Battle of Culloden

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, letter from Henry Wotton
White Star Line, RMS Titanic, collection of Titanic passengers Richard and Stanley May. Letter dated 5 July 1913 from Henry Wotton, Titanic cross channel passenger

Vietnamese Poster - Yao people grateful to the Party
Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - The Yao people (called the Dao in Northern Vietnam) are grateful to the (Communist) Party. Date: 2nd half of the 20th century

Letter sent by King Philip II to City Council of La Coruna
Philip II (1527-1598). King of Spain. Letter sent by King Philip II to the City Council of La Coruna thanking the city for its resistance to the English siege

General Ian Hamilton thanking the Gordons after their Magnificent Attack on the Boer Position near Doornkop
1599950 General Ian Hamilton thanking the Gordons after their Magnificent Attack on the Boer Position near Doornkop, which resulted in the Occupation of the Western Suburbs of Johannesburg (litho)

Apres la chute (colour litho)
3097825 Apres la chute (colour litho) by Rabier, Benjamin (1869-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Apres la chute. Illustration for Le Pele-Mele, 9 October 1904.); © Look and Learn

Punch cartoon: George Osborne Morgan, Welsh lawyer and Liberal politician (engraving)
6034947 Punch cartoon: George Osborne Morgan, Welsh lawyer and Liberal politician (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Punch cartoon: Praise and Pudding: Prince Albert rewarding Joseph Paxton for designing the Crystal Palace to house
6034668 Punch cartoon: Praise and Pudding: Prince Albert rewarding Joseph Paxton for designing the Crystal Palace to house the successful Great Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park

After the Storming of Lombards Kop, Sir George White thanking the Imperial Light Horse for their Services (litho)
1048669 After the Storming of Lombards Kop, Sir George White thanking the Imperial Light Horse for their Services (litho) by Dadd

Sketches at a State Concert at Buckingham Palace (engraving)
1050557 Sketches at a State Concert at Buckingham Palace (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at a State Concert at Buckingham Palace)

The Sovereigns visit in the park of the Royal Palace of Caserta the Eritrean Ascari who were injured during
2808487 The Sovereigns visit in the park of the Royal Palace of Caserta the Eritrean Ascari who were injured during... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Thanking the Last Post Buglers at the Menin Gate
The Last Post at the Gate has been played at 8pm under the arches by Ypres firemen (with only an interval during WW2) since the unveiling on 24 July 1927

Louis I, Duke of Anjou, regent of King Charles VI of France, giving thanks to the people of Montpellier
5233518 Louis I, Duke of Anjou, regent of King Charles VI of France, giving thanks to the people of Montpellier, 1380 (engraving) by Cochin

The Gratitude of Thebes, c. 1855 (oil on canvas)
PNH367442 The Gratitude of Thebes, c.1855 (oil on canvas) by Patry, Alexandre Louis (1810-79); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Meeting of Sir Colin Campbell (1792-1863) and General Outram illustration from
IL193444 The Meeting of Sir Colin Campbell (1792-1863) and General Outram illustration from Glorious Battles of English History by Major C.H. Wylly, 1920s (colour litho) by Payne, Henry A

Detail from the Miracle Window depicting Eilward of Westoning giving thanks at the tomb
PC344982 Detail from the Miracle Window depicting Eilward of Westoning giving thanks at the tomb of Thomas Becket (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury

End of the French Armys grand manoeuvres (engraving)
2789430 End of the French Armys grand manoeuvres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: End of the French Armys grand manoeuvres)

Patriotic poster, Buying British - has put me in a job
Thanks! Buying British - has put me in a job. Part of a government campaign to tackle a balance of payments crisis, reinforced by a speech by the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII)

The Prince of Wales and the Troops from South Africa (engraving)
1600412 The Prince of Wales and the Troops from South Africa (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail from the Miracle Window depicting Mad Henry of Fordwich giving thanks following
PC344988 Detail from the Miracle Window depicting Mad Henry of Fordwich giving thanks following his cure (stained glass) by English School, (13th century); Canterbury Cathedral, Canterbury, Kent

The French Return to Alsace-Lorraine, 1915 (colour litho)
702027 The French Return to Alsace-Lorraine, 1915 (colour litho) by Lalauze, Alphonse (1872-1930); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; French, out of copyright

Fridays life is saved (chromolitho)
968968 Fridays life is saved (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fridays life is saved. Scene from Robinson Crusoe)

"Well, Good-bye, Nurse!"(colour litho)
972771 " Well, Good-bye, Nurse!" (colour litho) by Millar, Addison Thomas (1850-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Well, Good-bye, Nurse!")

Metropolitan Election Sketches (engraving)
1096049 Metropolitan Election Sketches (engraving) by Meadows, Joseph Kenny (1770-1874) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metropolitan Election Sketches)

Punch cartoon: Sir Rowland le Grand - the retirement of Sir Rowland Hill as Secretary to the Post office (engraving)
6034761 Punch cartoon: Sir Rowland le Grand - the retirement of Sir Rowland Hill as Secretary to the Post office (engraving) by English School

The Visit of the German Emperor to Palestine (engraving)
1606766 The Visit of the German Emperor to Palestine (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Visit of the German Emperor to Palestine)

The Trial of Captain Dreyfus at Rennes, Sketches in Court (litho)
1043024 The Trial of Captain Dreyfus at Rennes, Sketches in Court (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trial of Captain Dreyfus at Rennes)

Frederick William III of Prussia thanking Moscow for the Rescue of his Empire
956357 Frederick William III of Prussia thanking Moscow for the Rescue of his Empire, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Matveyev, Nikolai Sergeyevich (1855-1939); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Bertrand du Guesclin came to thank the duke (engraving)
979244 Bertrand du Guesclin came to thank the duke (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bertrand du Guesclin came to thank the duke)

La sante du Chef (To the Health of the Chef) (colour litho)
2818919 La sante du Chef (To the Health of the Chef) (colour litho) by Brunery, Francesco (1845-1926); Private Collection; (add.info.: La sante du Chef (To the Health of the Chef)

Letter to Miss Gordon, thanking her for the gift of a Bible which had belonged to her
KDC441021 Letter to Miss Gordon, thanking her for the gift of a Bible which had belonged to her brother, General Gordon, and asking how long Gordon had owned this treasure, written at Windsor Castle

Christening in Norway (engraving)
6029915 Christening in Norway (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christening in Norway.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

The late Insurrection in Sicily (litho)
1604616 The late Insurrection in Sicily (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Insurrection in Sicily)

Admiral Dewey in Colombo, the Admiral thanking Colonel Savage for the Guard of Honour (b / w photo)
1042885 Admiral Dewey in Colombo, the Admiral thanking Colonel Savage for the Guard of Honour (b/w photo) by English photographer

The Opening of the National Gallery of British Art, the Prince of Wales thanking Mr Tate in the Name of the British
1042749 The Opening of the National Gallery of British Art, the Prince of Wales thanking Mr Tate in the Name of the British Nation (litho) by Paget

A letter addressed to a RAF Wing Commander by the people of a Greek village liberated by the Allies. September 1944

The Envoy of Tuscany thanking the Queen, 1612. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Envoy of Tuscany thanking the Queen, 1612

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"Expressions of Gratitude: A Journey through History" The King's Message to the Royal Air Force, WW1: Honoring the bravery and sacrifice of our valiant airmen who soared above enemy lines, protecting our skies with unwavering courage. We thank you. Kaiser Wilhelm II at Kiel shipyard, Germany, WW1: In a rare moment of humility, the Kaiser extends his gratitude to the tireless workers at Kiel shipyard for their dedication in building vessels that would shape history. Otto Schmidt, Soviet Arctic explorer: Amidst treacherous icy landscapes and unforgiving conditions, we pay tribute to Otto Schmidt's indomitable spirit as he ventured into uncharted territories. Our heartfelt thanks for pushing boundaries on behalf of humanity. Te Deum of Victory: A resounding chorus rises from grateful hearts as we celebrate triumph over adversity - acknowledging those whose sacrifices paved the way for this glorious moment in history. White Star Line, RMS Titanic - letter from Henry Wotton: With heavy hearts but profound appreciation for their selflessness amidst tragedy, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who aided survivors and mourned those lost aboard the ill-fated Titanic. Vietnamese Poster - Yao people grateful to the Party: Through vibrant colors and poignant imagery, this poster captures an entire community expressing gratitude towards a party that has uplifted their lives and brought hope for a brighter future. Letter sent by King Philip II to City Council of La Coruna: Centuries ago, King Philip II conveyed his sincere appreciation to La Coruna's councilors for their loyalty and service – reminding us that even monarchs recognize the importance of gratitude. Certificate from Queen Elizabeth II: Her Majesty bestows her royal seal upon individuals whose exceptional contributions have made a lasting impact on society – an emblematic gesture embodying her heartfelt thanks.