Allen Collection (page 7)

Flanagan and Allen, British singing and comedy double act, c1930s
Bud Flanagan (1896-1968) and Chesney Allen (1893-1982), British singing and comedy double act, c1930s

Beirout, the ancient Berothah, Syria, 1841. Artist: James B Allen
Beirout, the ancient Berothah, Syria, 1841. Bairuth et le Mont Liban. Berothah or Berothai was a city in ancient Syria belonging to Hadadezer bar Rehob, king of Zobah in the early tenth century BCE

Simla, India, c1860. Artist: James B Allen
Simla, India, c1860. A favorite resort for invalids of the British army. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began in the town of Meerut and soon erupted into other mutinies

Mussoorie and the Dhoon valley, India, c1860. Artist: James B Allen
Mussoorie and the Dhoon valley, India, c1860. As seen from Landour. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began in the town of Meerut and soon erupted into other mutinies

Smyrna, Turkey, 19th century. Artist: James B Allen
Smyrna, Turkey, 19th century

Design for Cover ofThe Woman Who Did, 1914. Artist: Aubrey Beardsley
Design for Cover ofThe Woman Who Did, 1914. Illustration for the novel by Grant Allen, published c.1895. Allen was sympathetic to the feminist cause and womens rights

Beatrice Terry and H. Marsh Allen in The Palace of Puck, 1907

The Queen Victoria memorial, Liverpool, Merseyside, 1906. Artist: Ralph Keighley
The Queen Victoria memorial, Liverpool, Merseyside, 1906. From The Builder (2 March 1906)

Church of St Dionis Backchurch, Fenchurch Street, City of London, 19th century. Artist: JB Allen
Church of St Dionis Backchurch, Fenchurch Street, City of London, 19th century. One of Sir Christopher Wrens churches built to replace those destroyed by the Great Fire of London

Lady Godiva rides through Coventry, (19th century). Artist: JB Allen
Lady Godiva rides through Coventry, (19th century). Godiva or Godgifu (990-1067) is popularly believed to have ridden naked through the streets of Coventry in England

Young Rubens surprised by his master, Van Noort, 1875. Artist: Steven Arad Allen
Young Rubens surprised by his master, Van Noort, 1875. Print from The Illustrated London News (23 January 1875)

George III of the United Kingdom, (19th century). Artist: W Ridgway
George III of the United Kingdom, (19th century). Portrait of King George III, (Mad King George, 1738-1820), who ruled Britain from 1760 until his son (the future King George IV) became Regent in 1811

Allan Ramsay, Scottish poet, (1870). Artist: William Howson
Allan Ramsay, Scottish poet, (1870). An engraving of Ramsay (1686-1758) from Robert Chambers A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen, Blackie and Son, (Glasgow, Edinburgh, and London, 1870)

Scene on the Honan Canal, near Canton, China, c1840. Artist: James B Allen
Scene on the Honan Canal, near Canton, China, c1840

The Salon of Abdication, Fontainebleau, 1875. Artist: JB Allen
The Salon of Abdication, Fontainebleau, 1814, (1875). Napoleon abdicates at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in France

Richard Allen, African American founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, (1854). Allen (1760-1831), was bishop of the First African Methodist Episcopal Church, USA

David Hume, Scottish philosopher, historian and economist, 1837. Portrait made in the 19th century after an 18th century original

Stourbridge Lion, steam locomotive, c1830 (1900). Built in England under the direction of Horatio Allen, this was first locomotive to be used in America, by the Boston & Hudson Railroad

Scene from The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot, c1880. Artist: Walter-James Allen
Scene from The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot, c1880. Maggie Tulliver, having cut off her hair and run away from home, is offered a share of the gypsies stew

Title page of The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot, c1880. Artist: Walter-James Allen
Title page of The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot (1819-1880), c1880. The vignette shows Dorlcote Mill, the home of the Tulliver family. From The Mill on the Floss by George Eliot. (London, c1880)

Herbert Stanley Allen (1873-1954), English mathematician and physicist

Plan of various properties formerly belonging to William Staniforth, esquire, deceased, 1856
Local Studies Library: Sale Plans 25 Jun 1856

GIRL SITTING ON BED, 1936. One of Edgar Allens children sitting on the bed of his farmhouse. There are no sheets, pillowcases, or pillows (other than makeshift) in use

Air Marshal Sir Cyril Newall Newall, Chief of Air Staff, ?
Air Marshal Sir Cyril Newall Newall, Chief of Air Staff, right, and Paymaster Rear Admiral Sir Bertram Allen at the Services? Canteen Dinner at the Caf Royal, London, February 1937

The Decemptuple, 10-seat bicycle, 1898
Photograph of the Decemptuple, a ten-saddle cycling machine, built in America in the late 1890 s. The ten riders on the machine, which was called the Oriten, were: H. Batchelor, W. Day, J

The Vision / Daphne Allen
A dreamy, fantasy illustration showing an angel cradling a number of babies

Edgar Allen Poe, 1809-1849. American writer; United States of America

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"Discovering Allen: A Journey Through History and Heritage" Step into the past with a plan of Sheffield, beautifully drawn by W. Fairbank in 1797 and engraved by Thomas Harris. This intricate map unveils the town's rich history. Preserving our heritage is vital, as emphasized by the call to "Protect Your Heritage. Join the Territorial Army. " Let us unite to safeguard our cultural legacy for future generations. In Upper Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, lies an iconic building that once served as the Woman Suffrage Headquarters. It stands as a testament to the relentless fight for gender equality. Oscar Wilde's timeless play "The Importance of Being Earnest" captivates audiences even today, reminding us of society's quirks and follies through witty dialogue and clever plot twists. HYNEK's groundbreaking work in 1966 shed light on unidentified flying objects (UFOs), forever leaving an imprint on ufology research worldwide. Lough Allen in County Leitrim, Republic of Ireland offers breathtaking natural beauty that enchants all who visit its shores. Explore this tranquil haven where nature meets serenity. Danejohn Hill in Canterbury, Kent was brought to life in 1829 by James Baylis Allen. His creation stands tall as a reminder of architectural brilliance from yesteryears. Embark on a nostalgic journey aboard The Cornish Riviera Express pulled by a majestic King class locomotive during 1935-36. Experience elegance and luxury while traversing picturesque landscapes. St Pancras serves as an iconic terminus for Londoners since its establishment in 1935 under the London Midland and Scottish Railway network. Witness history unfold within these historic walls crafted by unknown hands. The famous Lickey incline between Bromsgrove and Blackwell in Worcestershire holds tales of triumph over challenging terrain during its construction in 1935 - a testament to human engineering marvels.