1869 Collection (page 5)

The Electric Galop by Fred Godfrey
Promotional music sheet for The Electric Galop of 1869 by Fred Godfrey. The image shows Mephistopheles shining an electric light on the Gaiety Theatre, however

The Mephistopheles Galop by John Fitzgerald
Promotional music sheet for The Mephistopheles Galop by John Fitzgerald, as performed in the burlesque Very Little Faust and More Mephistopheles by Francis Burnand

Alfred Mager, Francis Horner, Thomas Bowman Stephenson
In 1869, a collaboration between Alfred Mager (left), Francis Horner (centre) and Thomas Bowman Stephenson (right) led to the founding of the National Childrens Home. Date: 1870s

Cartoon, The New Year. 1870

Arrival of Spanish Volunteers at Havana
Cubas Ten Years War; the arrival of Spanish volunteers, halting to rest at the parade grounds in Havana. Date: 1869

Assault on House by Spanish Soldiers
Assault on a house occupied by the staff of General Jordan, one of the leaders of the Cuban forces. A large crowd of men with guns rush toward a thatched building, smoke everywhere from gunfire

Ten Years War - Spanish Prisoners
The Cuban commander stands in front of Spanish prisoners, haranguing them. A group of Spanish prisoners stand, surrounded by Cuban soldiers at ease, as the commander talks to the prisoners. Date: 1869

A B C propelled by steam velocipede 1869
Two wheeled steam-powered velocipede, consisting of oscillating cylinders situated behind the carriage, driving a small cranked stage

Lyalls patent postive motion loom
James Lyall from New York, showing his new and patent power loom. Date: 1869

Hemmings unicycle 1869
Richard Hemmings monowheel patented in 1869. Consists of a person sitting inside, turning a hand-powered smaller wheel which is pressing against the outer wheel. Date: 1869

Submarine divers 1869
Divers wearing diving armour with flexible arms and helmet with eye-plates of strong glass, with a fresh supply of oxygen been pumped in through a long hose to allow the operator to say under

Frederick VIII, King of Denmark (1843 - 1912), Eldest brother of Queen Alexandra, who married the Princess Louis of Sweden and Norway. Date: 1869

General view of Huddersfield, Yorkshire. 1869

Pleasure velocipede 1869
New World, pleasure, recreation or exercise, this newly invented contraption was used by young and old in public or private grounds

Two-seated velocipede 1869
Popular in America this two-seated velocipede an early form of bicycle, the back seat was intended to be used side-saddle for ladies. Date: 1869

Velocipede, early form of bicycle 1869
Samuels patent human-powered bicycle. Date: 1869

Visit of the Viceroy of Egypt, 1869 (gravure)
1108340 Visit of the Viceroy of Egypt, 1869 (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit of the Viceroy of Egypt, 1869)

Granvale Church - collecting evergreen for Christmas 1869
Front cover of Christmas Supplement to The Illustrated London News, showing Victorian men, women and children receiving evergreen from a trader outside to decorate the church for Christmas. Date: 1869

A Childs Dream of Christmas 1869
Father Christmas with holly leaf wreath upon his head and a ragged beard, handing out fruit and coins to young Victorian children. Date: 1869

Flooded out in Lincolnshire 1869
Extraordinary quantity of rain that fell in Britain in three weeks, causing flooding of many rivers. A family taking all their possessions including grandfather clock and farm animals to dryer lands

N CHAMBERLAIN / MARCH 1938 NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN
NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN British Prime Minister and his wife in March 1938, given flowers by an admirer in gratitude for his peacemaking Date: 1869 - 1940

Lucienne Breval (1869) (b / w photo)
5220071 Lucienne Breval (1869) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lucienne Breval (1869)

The bathing beach at Coney Island in 1869 (colour litho)
6006977 The bathing beach at Coney Island in 1869 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bathing beach at Coney Island in 1869)

Germaine Gallois, Artiste, 1869 (b / w photo)
5201688 Germaine Gallois, Artiste, 1869 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Germaine Gallois, Artiste, 1869)

Georges-Armand De Caillavet, Homme De Lettres, 1869 (b / w photo)
5201511 Georges-Armand De Caillavet, Homme De Lettres, 1869 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georges-Armand De Caillavet, Homme De Lettres, 1869)

Georges du Maurier cartoon illustrating a man and woman in conversation about the calming
5311066 Georges du Maurier cartoon illustrating a man and woman in conversation about the calming benefits of cod liver oil

The Wave, 1869 (oil on canvas)
987539 The Wave, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 65x92.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wave; La Vague. Gustave Courbet (1819-1877). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1869

An Alsatian Wedding, 1869 (oil on canvas)
989406 An Alsatian Wedding, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Brion, Gustave (1824-77); 89.5x125.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Alsatian Wedding. Gustave Brion (1824-1877). Oil on canvas

An Exotic Beauty, 1869 (oil on cradled panel)
987317 An Exotic Beauty, 1869 (oil on cradled panel) by Acqua, Cesare Felix dell (1821-1904); 93x71 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Exotic Beauty. Cesare Felix Georges Dell Acqua (1821-1904)

Too Close for Comfort, 1869 (oil on canvas)
828444 Too Close for Comfort, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Barrett, Jerry (1824-1906); 47.6x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Too Close for Comfort. Jerry Barrett (1824-1906). Oil on canvas

The Apology, 1869 (oil on canvas)
827441 The Apology, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Erdmann, Otto (1834-1905); 62.2x51.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Apology. Otto Erdmann (1834-1905). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1869

Peasent Woman; Femme Fellah, 1869 (oil on canvas)
826995 Peasent Woman; Femme Fellah, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Landelle, Charles (1821-1908); 129.5x87 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasent Woman; Femme Fellah. Charles Landelle (1821-1908)

Benjamin Constant in his Studio (engraving)
3627678 Benjamin Constant in his Studio (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benjamin Constant in his Studio)

Hector Berlioz (colour litho)
3643327 Hector Berlioz (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hector Berlioz. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

A Happy New Year 1869, New Year Card (chromolitho)
730723 A Happy New Year 1869, New Year Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Happy New Year 1869)

Plotting the Great Gold Ring of 69 (engraving)
2803335 Plotting the Great Gold Ring of 69 (engraving) by Lumley, Arthur (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plotting the Great Gold Ring of 69)

The Crown Prince in the Holy Land, his Reception at Jerusalem, 1869 (engraving)
1038120 The Crown Prince in the Holy Land, his Reception at Jerusalem, 1869 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crown Prince in the Holy Land)

Colonel Sir Edmund Y W Henderson, KCB, RE (engraving)
1061880 Colonel Sir Edmund Y W Henderson, KCB, RE (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel Sir Edmund Y W Henderson, KCB, RE)

The Ascot Races Prize Plate, 1869 (engraving)
1104037 The Ascot Races Prize Plate, 1869 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ascot Races Prize Plate, 1869)

The beginnings of war machines, military bicycles, forerunners of the modern military bicycle
973555 The beginnings of war machines, military bicycles, forerunners of the modern military bicycle, continuous evolutionary stages (litho) by English School

Victor-Emmanuel III, Roi D Italie (1869) (b / w photo)
5219711 Victor-Emmanuel III, Roi D Italie (1869) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victor-Emmanuel III, Roi D Italie (1869)

Georges, Prince De Grece (1869) (b / w photo)
5219703 Georges, Prince De Grece (1869) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georges, Prince De Grece (1869)

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"1869: A Year of Unity and Resilience" In the spirit of gratitude, Thomas Nast's Thanksgiving cartoon from 1869 reminds us that Uncle Sam's Thanksgiving Dinner was a symbol of inclusivity, where all were welcome to gather around a bountiful table. This heartwarming depiction captures the essence of unity during this era. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic in Cheadle Hulme, England, the Manchester Warehousemen Orphan Schools provided hope and education for children who had faced adversity. Their commitment to nurturing young minds exemplified resilience in 1869. Entertainment took center stage as well with Dr. Walford Bodie captivating audiences at the Variety Theatre. His mesmerizing performances left spectators spellbound and showcased the power of imagination during this vibrant period. In Scotland, curling enthusiasts embraced their winter traditions on frozen lakes and ponds in 1869. The timeless sport brought communities together as they gracefully glided across icy surfaces while fostering camaraderie amidst chilly temperatures. Across continents, Mahatma Gandhi spun his wheel in India—a powerful symbol of self-sufficiency and resistance against oppression. Gandhi's dedication to peaceful protest inspired countless individuals worldwide throughout history. As Christmas approached, bell ringers filled streets with joyful melodies—spreading cheer even among challenging times. These festive sounds echoed through cities like beacons of hope amid uncertainty. Yet not all experienced such warmth; Luke Fildes' poignant artwork "Houseless and Hungry" shed light on societal struggles faced by many during this era—an important reminder that compassion should always prevail over indifference. Tensions simmered elsewhere when a riot erupted in Mold, Flintshire—a stark reminder that progress often comes hand-in-hand with social unrest. Such events served as catalysts for change within communities striving for justice and equality. Navigating treacherous waters became an art form aboard ships like Cutty Sark Clipper—the epitome of grace and speed.