Achieved Collection (page 2)

Jesse Owens (1913 - 1980) American track and field athlete. He participated in the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany

Gabrielle et Jean, 1895. Oil on canvas. Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) French painter. The artists son with his nurse playing with toy animals

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) African-English composer who achieved such success he was called the African Mahler. His best known work is a cantata Hiawathas Wedding Feast, 1898

James Knox Polk (1795-1849) American Democratic politician, eleventh President of the United States of America. Achieved territorial expansion, securing Oregon Territory, 525, 000 square miles

Annemarie Renger (7 October 1919 - 3 March 2008), born Annemarie Wildung, German politician and the first woman to become President of the Bundestag, which she achieved in 1972

Francis Petit Smith (1808-1874) English inventor from Kent. The first man successfully to apply the screw propeller to steam ships. In 1839 the 237-ton Archimedes achieved 10 knots

Miners breaking up rock by setting a fire on it. When the rock cooled it would crack and shatter which made it easy to work with picks

I Could Stand It No Longer: I Ran To The Scene Of Conflict. All Was Over
i Could Stand It No Longer: I Ran To The Scene Of Conflict. All Was Over, Keane And His Brave Army Had Achieved A Complete Victory Drawn By F.w. Topham

FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR: Pierre Philippe Marie Aristide Denfert-Rochereau, (born Saint-Maixent-l Ecole)
FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR: Pierre Philippe Marie Aristide Denfert-Rochereau, (born Saint-Maixent-l Ecole 11 January 1823; died Versailles 11 May 1878), was a French serviceman and politician

Birthplace of Sir John Franklin, Spilsby, Lincolnshire, 1859
Engraving showing the house in Spilsby, Lincolnshire, where the British naval commander and explorer, Sir John Franklin, was born in 1786

Robbing the Orchard by Louis Wain
An unusual illustration by Louis Wain, more usually known for his cat drawings, showing a group of children stealing apples from an orchard

Percy H. Ezechiel, 1890
Photograph of Percy H. Ezechiel, who achieved his B.A. at the Bombay University aged 15, in 1890

SS Carmania, 1905
Photograph of the Cunard turbine steamer Carmania, built in 1905 by the John Brown Shipyard of Clydebank. The Carmania was reputed to be the first very large turbine steamer

Making History
In February 1931, for the first time a " baby" car achieved the speed of over 100mph. The MG Midget exceeded 103mph for 5km winning the international double 12 hour race

Jacques Necker (Gaildrau
JACQUES NECKER Swiss-born financier and statesman in France, achieved great personal power

Tom Thumb / Pony Carriage
The stage name of Charles Sherwood Stratton - pictures here with miniture carriage and attendants. Achieved great fame under circus pioneer P T Barnum. Grew to 3ft 4 inches

Marriage Vision 1858
A dramatic scene from Balfes opera Satanella, or the Power of Love, in which the heroine dreams of marriage - an effect achieved by a magic lantern projection

CASQUE D OR PAINTED
real name : Amelie Elie Noted Parisienne gigolette, gangsters moll who achieved fame after a fight between rival admirers : here she is being painted by Albert Depre

CASQUE D OR DRESSED
real name : Amelie Elie Noted Parisienne gigolette, gangsters moll who achieved fame after a fight between rival admirers : dressed here as a femme du monde

CASQUE D OR POSTCARD
CASQUE D OR real name : Amelie Elie Noted Parisienne gigolette who achieved lasting fame when two apache friends came to blows (vitriol) over her

Monk Paints Statuette
A monk from the Benedictine monastery of Lerins. He achieved fame as an artist. The statue of St Theresa he is working on in the photo was bought by the Queen of Italy

Satin Evening Gown C1905
Satin gown with wrap-over bodice buttons tightly over the hips before cascading in luxuriant folds to terminate in a train. The fashionable silhouette is achieved

The Holy Grail Achieved
The Holy Grail is achieved

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"From Possession to Progress: Achieving Greatness in Various Fields" Louis Wain's famous quote, "Possession is nine points of the law, " reminds us that achieving something requires not just desire but also determination and hard work. The Douglas DC-7C PH-DSD Zwarte Zee of KLM symbolizes the achievement of aviation engineering excellence, showcasing how human ingenuity can conquer the skies. Tyldesley, a renowned cricketer, achieved greatness through his dedication and skill on the cricket field, inspiring generations with his sporting achievements. Cancer Research represents an ongoing battle against a formidable opponent, where every breakthrough brings us closer to achieving victory over this devastating disease. Jeremiah or George Wombwell's legacy as pioneers in menagerie management highlights their achievement in creating unique experiences for people to connect with wildlife. Robert Stephenson's bridges stand tall as testaments to his genius as an engineer; each structure represents an achievement that pushed boundaries and connected communities. Stepan the Great exemplifies extraordinary accomplishments by pushing beyond limits and leaving a lasting impact on those who witnessed his reign. Through Louis Wain's captivating portrait artistry, he achieved recognition for capturing feline expressions like no other artist before him—a true accomplishment in itself. The Westland Lynx 800 ZB500 holds the title of being the world's fastest helicopter—an incredible feat accomplished through cutting-edge technology and engineering prowess. Porgy and Bess Mus Sheet signifies triumph within musical theater history—achieving critical acclaim while addressing important social issues through its powerful storytelling. Bluebird stands as a symbol of Sir Malcolm Campbell’s pursuit of speed records—a testament to human ambition driving achievements even under extreme circumstances. Cogmans Kloof Montagu (b/w photo) showcases nature’s beauty captured through photography—an artistic achievement that immortalizes the picturesque landscapes for generations to come.