1757 1834 Collection

Chirk aqueduct on the Ellesmere Canal, London, 1829 (engraving)
540036 Chirk aqueduct on the Ellesmere Canal, London, 1829 (engraving); (add.info.: Built by Thomas Telford (1757-1834) between 1796 and 1801

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The New Speaker (i. e. the Law-Chick) between the Hawks & the Buzzards
NCO193183 The New Speaker (i.e. the Law-Chick) between the Hawks & the Buzzards, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1800 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Portrait of General La Fayette in civilian dress, 1824 (oil on canvas)
PWI79718 Portrait of General La Fayette in civilian dress, 1824 (oil on canvas) by Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen, France; ePeter Willi; Dutch, out of copyright

Death of Lord Nelson. Creator: James Heath (British, 1757-1834)
Death of Lord Nelson

Thomas Telfords (1757-1834) bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw, Glasgow. His last stone bridge, begun 18 March 1833, opened 1 January 1836. Horse trams crossing bridge

Drawings Prints, Print, First, Meeting, Washington, Lafayette--Philadelphia, August 3rd
Drawings and Prints, Print, The First Meeting of Washington and Lafayette--Philadelphia, August 3rd, 1777, Publisher, Sitter, Currier & Ives, George Washington, Marquis de Lafayette, American

The Oath of Lafayette at the Festival of the Federation, 14th July 1790, 1791 (oil
XIR21191 The Oath of Lafayette at the Festival of the Federation, 14th July 1790, 1791 (oil on canvas) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825); 100x81 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Lafayette statue, Lafayette Square, Washington, D.C, Lafayette, Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de, 1757-1834, Statues, Sculpture, Parks, United States, District of Columbia

Conwy suspension bridge over Conwy estuary, Wales, part of the great London-Holyhead road. First stone laid 3 April 1822, finished summer 1826

Pont-y-Cysyllte aqueduct on the Ellesmere Canal where it passes through the Vale of Llangollen, Wales. The most notable of all the iron trough aqueducts in Britain

Road bridge across Mouse Water, at Cartland Crags (Cartlane Craigs), near Lanark, Scotland. Built by the Scottish civil engineer Thomas Telford (1757-1834), it was completed in 1822

Suspension bridge over the Menai Straits, Wales, built by Thomas Telford (1757-1834), Scottish civil engineer, between 1820 and 1826

View of the Ellesmere Canal as it passes through the Vale of Llangollen, Wales. In the middle right of the picture is the Pont-y-Cysyllte aqueduct

Thomas Telford (1757-1834) Scottish civil engineer, born at Westkirk, Langholm. Apprenticed to a stonemason at the age of 14

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"1757-1834: A Legacy of Engineering and History" Thomas Telford, a Scottish civil engineer born in Westkirk, Langholm, Scotland, left an indelible mark on the world with his remarkable contributions. His innovative designs revolutionized transportation infrastructure during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. In the realm of engineering marvels, Telford's name stands tall. From the awe-inspiring Conwy suspension bridge over the estuary in Wales to his iconic bridge over the Clyde at Broomielaw in Glasgow, he reshaped landscapes and connected communities. These structures became vital links along important routes like the great London-Holyhead road. But Telford's influence extended beyond bridges alone. He was also involved in canal projects that transformed waterways into lifelines for trade and travel. The Pont-y-Cysyllte aqueduct on the Ellesmere Canal showcased his ingenuity as it gracefully spanned across the Vale of Llangollen. Amidst these architectural triumphs lies a tapestry of historical events intertwined with Telford's era. In 1824, a portrait captured General La Fayette dressed as a civilian - an emblematic figure who symbolized liberty during revolutionary times. Another significant moment etched within this timeframe is depicted by James Heath's artwork titled "Death of Lord Nelson. " It immortalizes Lord Nelson's passing and pays homage to one of Britain's greatest naval heroes. Moreover, Washington D. C. 's Lafayette Square proudly displays a statue honoring Marquis de Lafayette himself - an enduring testament to their profound friendship forged during America's fight for independence. As we delve deeper into history through drawings and prints from that period, we witness pivotal moments such as Lafayette taking oath at France’s Festival of Federation on July 14th, 1790 – signifying unity amidst turbulent times. Finally, let us not forget how Thomas Telford's engineering feats continue to captivate and inspire generations.