Annexation Collection

Germany and Russia discuss the division of Poland, 1939
Russian Commander Borowenski bends over a map of Poland during discussions between German and Russian officers about the demarcation of the country following the invasion by Germany

EXPL2A-00265
Map of the territory ceded by Mexico to the US after the Mexican-American War, 1848-1853. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

US territorial acquisition during the 1800s
Map showiing the territorial growth of the continental US 1776 to 1899. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

THANKSGIVING CARTOON, 1898. New Faces at the Thanksgiving Dinner: American cartoon, 1898, on the U. S
THANKSGIVING CARTOON, 1898. New Faces at the Thanksgiving Dinner: American cartoon, 1898, on the U.S. territorial acquisitions following the conclusion of the Spanish-American War

Lithuania, Vilnius, Vilnius Military Cemetery, tomb containing the heart and mother of Polish Marshal Josef Pilsudki who was responsible for Polands annexation of Vilnius in 1921

The Reluctant Bridegroom. An 1897 American cartoon on the growing annexation movement
HAWAIIAN ANNEXATION, 1897. The Reluctant Bridegroom. An 1897 American cartoon on the growing annexation movement. Secretary of State John Sherman officiates

Rerum sicularum libri VIII, by Nicolai Specialis (Nicola Speciale, 14th century historian of Sicilian origin). In his work he described the deeds of the kings of the Crown of Aragon

Barcinonensium. Marca Hispanica sive limes hispanicus. Book written in Latin by Pierre de Marca (1594-1662). In 1656 he was commissioned to formalise the border treaty between the kingdoms of France

Marca Hispanica sive limes hispanicus
Illustrisimo Viro Ioanni Baptistae Colberto, marquis de Seignelay (1651-1690). Marca Hispanica sive limes hispanicus. Book written in Latin by Pierre de Marca (1594-1662)

Emperor Napoleon III and Baron Haussmann
Napoleon III handing over the decree of annexation of the suburbs of Paris to Baron Haussmann, for urban development (16 February 1859)

First Partition of Poland
Partitions of Poland. The First Partition of Poland. It was decided on August 5, 1772. The agreement was signed in Vienna in February 1772

PORTUGUESE TAKE DIU 1509
A sea battle in the harbour of Diu, on the west coast of India, results in the death of Sultan Badur and Portuguese annexation. Inset : Nugno d'Acona who founds the colony. Date: 1509

The Expedition to Upper Burma, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Captain Eyre, Political Officer, reading the Proclamation to the Natives after the action at Koolee Gyoung. The Expedition to Upper Burma, 1886. From " The Graphic

Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, By Dr. William McGregor, C. M. G. The newly appointed A Creator: Unknown
Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, By Dr. William McGregor, C.M.G. The newly appointed Administrator, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38

Map of Oude and the North-West Provinces, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Map of Oude and the North-West Provinces, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

German tourists in an Alsace village (colour litho)
5208371 German tourists in an Alsace village (colour litho) by Waltz, Jean-Jacques (Hansi) (1873-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: German tourists in an Alsace village)

L Europe en 1871, 1871 (colour litho)
XCF290996 L Europe en 1871, 1871 (colour litho) by Hadol, Paul (1835-1875); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

The Annexation of the Transvaal (litho)
1039998 The Annexation of the Transvaal (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of the Transvaal)

The Trieste festivities for the annexation (colour litho)
2808981 The Trieste festivities for the annexation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trieste festivities for the annexation)

The awakening of the Eastern Question (colour litho)
2779447 The awakening of the Eastern Question (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The awakening of the Eastern Question)

Taking the Votes in Favour of Annexation in the Church of St Francis, Naples (engraving)
2773220 Taking the Votes in Favour of Annexation in the Church of St Francis, Naples (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b. 1829); Private Collection; (add.info)

Voting at Chambery for the Annexation of Savoy to France (engraving)
2772964 Voting at Chambery for the Annexation of Savoy to France (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Baron Ricasoli presenting the King of Sardinia with the Result of the Voting for Annexation in Tuscany (engraving)
2772912 Baron Ricasoli presenting the King of Sardinia with the Result of the Voting for Annexation in Tuscany (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b)

The Annexation of Hawaii by the United States of America (b / w photo)
1606298 The Annexation of Hawaii by the United States of America (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The British Dominions beyond the Seas, Our Second and Final Annexation of Cape Colony (litho)
1601434 The British Dominions beyond the Seas, Our Second and Final Annexation of Cape Colony (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The British Forces entering Mandalay, 1885, illustration from Cassell
STC385341 The British Forces entering Mandalay, 1885, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by Wollen

Austria mobilising its troops, 1908. (litho)
3666851 Austria mobilising its troops, 1908. (litho). by Ostoya, Georges d (Dochinsky or Sochinsky) (1878-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bosnian crisis of 1908-09)

European leaders make a toast during a conference, 1908. (litho)
3666849 European leaders make a toast during a conference, 1908. (litho). by Gris, Juan (1887-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bosnian crisis of 1908-09)

The Vote for Annexation at Naples, Polling Booth at Monte Calvario (engraving)
1612509 The Vote for Annexation at Naples, Polling Booth at Monte Calvario (engraving) by Nast, Thomas (1840-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Vote for Annexation at Naples)

The Archbishop of Chambery, at the Head of his Clergy, proceeding from the Cathedral to Vote for the Annexation to
1098766 The Archbishop of Chambery, at the Head of his Clergy, proceeding from the Cathedral to Vote for the Annexation to France (engraving) by Beauce

Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, by Dr William McGregor, CMG, the Newly Appointed Administrator (engraving)
1041695 Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, by Dr William McGregor, CMG, the Newly Appointed Administrator (engraving) by English School

The Annexation of the Baralong Territory by the Orange Free State, South Africa (engraving)
1045735 The Annexation of the Baralong Territory by the Orange Free State, South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Annexation of the Fiji Islands (engraving)
1053357 The Annexation of the Fiji Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of the Fiji Islands)

The Annexation of the Fiji Islands (engraving)
1053197 The Annexation of the Fiji Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of the Fiji Islands)

The Burmese War (engraving)
1601694 The Burmese War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmese War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 April 1853)

The British Dominions beyond the Seas, the Birth of Cape Colony (litho)
1601352 The British Dominions beyond the Seas, the Birth of Cape Colony (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Annexation of the Gilbert Islands (engraving)
1603521 Annexation of the Gilbert Islands (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annexation of the Gilbert Islands)

The Crews of the Neapolitan Ships of War recording their Votes in Favour of Annexation (engraving)
2773201 The Crews of the Neapolitan Ships of War recording their Votes in Favour of Annexation (engraving) by English School

The War On The Transvaal, Waterloo Station, London, During The Departure Of Soldiers For Africa (Colour Litho)
2798227 The War On The Transvaal, Waterloo Station, London, During The Departure Of Soldiers For Africa (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The solemn ceremony in Trento to celebrate the annexation (colour litho)
2808941 The solemn ceremony in Trento to celebrate the annexation (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Raising of the French flag at Timbuktu (colour litho)
2818479 Raising of the French flag at Timbuktu (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raising of the French flag at Timbuktu)

Annexation of Ceylon, 1815 (lithograph)
5999217 Annexation of Ceylon, 1815 (lithograph) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Annexation of Ceylon, 1815)

Neapolitans proceeding to record their Votes for Annexation (engraving)
1612506 Neapolitans proceeding to record their Votes for Annexation (engraving) by Vizetelly, Frank (1830-83); Private Collection; (add.info)

Grand Durbar at Mandalay, the First since the Annexation of Burmah (engraving)
1591468 Grand Durbar at Mandalay, the First since the Annexation of Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Durbar at Mandalay)

The Annexation of Hawaii by America, the Landing-Place, Honolulu (engraving)
1606264 The Annexation of Hawaii by America, the Landing-Place, Honolulu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of Hawaii by America)

The Annexation of Christmas Island, Pacific Ocean, by the British Government (engraving)
1041549 The Annexation of Christmas Island, Pacific Ocean, by the British Government (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of Christmas Island)

The Annexation of Hawaii, hoisting the American Flag at Honolulu (engraving)
1063793 The Annexation of Hawaii, hoisting the American Flag at Honolulu (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Annexation of Hawaii)

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"Annexation: A Historical Tapestry of Power and Expansion" Throughout history, the concept has been a recurring theme, shaping nations and altering borders. One such instance occurred in 1939 when Germany and Russia engaged in discussions to divide Poland, marking a pivotal moment leading up to World War II. The 1800s witnessed significant territorial acquisitions by the United States as it expanded its reach across the continent. This era saw the nation's boundaries evolve through strategic land grabs and negotiations. Dhuleep Singh, an intriguing figure from Indian history, became entangled in the web of annexation. As the last Maharaja of Punjab, his kingdom was eventually absorbed into British India. In Nicolai Specialis' "Rerum sicularum libri VIII, " we find glimpses into medieval Europe where annexations were prevalent. The work sheds light on various regions like Barcinonensium and Marca Hispanica sive limes hispanicus that experienced shifts due to political maneuverings. Emperor Napoleon III's reign also left an indelible mark on France with Baron Haussmann spearheading urban renewal projects in Paris. These transformations involved extensive demolitions and reconfigurations – a form of internal annexation reshaping cityscapes. The First Partition of Poland stands as another stark example where neighboring powers seized Polish territories for their own gains during the late 18th century. This event marked a turning point for Poland's sovereignty. Portuguese expansionism reached its zenith when they took control over Diu in 1509 – an act that exemplifies how colonial powers sought to expand their influence overseas through military conquests and subsequent annexations. The Italo-Turkish War provided Italy with an opportunity to occupy Tripoli in 1911-1912, showcasing how imperial ambitions drove nations towards territorial acquisitions beyond their borders. Even Thanksgiving cartoons held references to American territorial expansions.