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Blantyre Collection

Blantyre: A Journey through Time and Cultures Step back in time to pre-1900 Africa, where the bustling Blantyre School stood as a beacon of knowledge and enlightenment

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Miners cottages at Blantyre, Lanarkshire

Miners cottages at Blantyre, Lanarkshire
A row of decaying miners cottages at Blantyre, a mining district to the east of Glasgow. A few residents stand at their doorways and children and dogs are at the steps below. Date: circa 1936

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Blantyre House Detention Centre, Goudhurst

Blantyre House Detention Centre, Goudhurst
Inmates lined up on for the one o clock parade at the Blantyre House Detention Centre for young offenders, Goudhurst, Kent. Date: circa 1950

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Africa, Malawi, Blantyre district, Cultivations of tea

Africa, Malawi, Blantyre district, Cultivations of tea

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Central Africa, Malawi, Blantyre district. Tea plantation

Central Africa, Malawi, Blantyre district. Tea plantation

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Africa Blantyre School pre-1900

Africa Blantyre School pre-1900

Background imageBlantyre Collection: David Livingstones Birthplace, Blantyre, Scotland (b / w photo)

David Livingstones Birthplace, Blantyre, Scotland (b / w photo)
3093813 David Livingstones Birthplace, Blantyre, Scotland (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageBlantyre Collection: David Livingstone (engraving)

David Livingstone (engraving)
1105666 David Livingstone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: David Livingstone)

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Pilgrimage to Blantyre to see William Rae - Bone Specialist

Pilgrimage to Blantyre to see William Rae - Bone Specialist
Pilgrimage to Raploch Cottage, Blantyre to see Mr William Rae (1841-1907) - Bone Specialist Date: 1905

Background imageBlantyre Collection: South Lanarkshire G72 9 Map

South Lanarkshire G72 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lanarkshire G72 9

Background imageBlantyre Collection: South Lanarkshire G72 0 Map

South Lanarkshire G72 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lanarkshire G72 0

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Blantyre Mill, Blantyre, Glasgow, Lankashire, Scotland, seen here in the 19th century

Blantyre Mill, Blantyre, Glasgow, Lankashire, Scotland, seen here in the 19th century. David Livingstone was born in Blantyre and was employed here from the age of 10 until he was 26

Background imageBlantyre Collection: South Africa - Zomba Road, Limbe

South Africa - Zomba Road, Limbe
Zomba Road, Limbe, near Blantyre, Southern Region, South Africa. Date: 1900s

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Livingstone Early Home

Livingstone Early Home
The house at Blantyre, Scotland, where DAVID LIVINGSTONE dwelt as a youth. Date: 1813

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Livingstone Factory

Livingstone Factory
The factory at Blantyre, Scotland, where DAVID LIVINGSTONE toiled before becoming a missionary. Date: 1813 - 1873

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Livingstone Birthplace

Livingstone Birthplace
The house at Blantyre, Scotland, where DAVID LIVINGSTONE was born. Date: 1813

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Livingstone Birthroom

Livingstone Birthroom
The room at Blantyre, Scotland, where DAVID LIVINGSTONE first saw the light of day. Date: 1813

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The Room in which Livingstone was Born, Blantyre, Uk

The Room in which Livingstone was Born, Blantyre, Uk

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The House in which Livingstone was Born, Blantyre, Uk

The House in which Livingstone was Born, Blantyre, Uk

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The historical Mandala House, Blantyre, Malawi, Africa

The historical Mandala House, Blantyre, Malawi, Africa

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Sunrise and fog over the mountains surrounding Blantyre, Malawi, Africa

Sunrise and fog over the mountains surrounding Blantyre, Malawi, Africa

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The House In Which Livingstone Was Born

The House In Which Livingstone Was Born, Blantyre, UK

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The Room In Which Livingstone Was Born

The Room In Which Livingstone Was Born, Blantyre, UK

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Malawi, Relief Map With Border and Mask

Malawi, Relief Map With Border and Mask
Relief map of Malawi (with border and mask). This image was compiled from data acquired by landsat 5 & 7 satellites combined with elevation data

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Malawi, Blantyre - Water Carrier

Malawi, Blantyre - Water Carrier
Malawi, Blantyre (Mandala) (British Central Africa) - Young female Water Carrier Date: circa 1920

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The house in which Livingstone was born

The house in which Livingstone was born
The house in which Livingstone, explorer, was born. David Livingstone was born at Blantyre, eight miles south of Glasgow, on 19 March 1813

Background imageBlantyre Collection: The room in which Dr. Livingstone was born

The room in which Dr. Livingstone was born
The room in which Dr. Livingstone, explorer, was born. David Livingstone was born at Blantyre, eight miles south of Glasgow, on 19 March 1813

Background imageBlantyre Collection: Livingstone / Blantyre

Livingstone / Blantyre
DAVID LIVINGSTONE Birthplace at Blantyre, Scotland, of the Scottish missionary and traveller in Central Africa


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Blantyre: A Journey through Time and Cultures Step back in time to pre-1900 Africa, where the bustling Blantyre School stood as a beacon of knowledge and enlightenment. The echoes of children's laughter still resonate within its walls. Venturing further into history, we find ourselves at the Blantyre House Detention Centre in Goudhurst. This place holds stories of struggle and redemption, reminding us of the complexities that shaped our world. But let us not forget the vibrant landscapes that define this region. In Malawi's Blantyre district, tea cultivations flourish under the warm African sun. These lush plantations tell tales of hard work and dedication, providing sustenance for both locals and visitors alike. Central Africa beckons with open arms as we explore Lake Nyassa's shores. Engraved views depict discussions on the slave trade, highlighting an era marred by human suffering but also inspiring resilience and determination for change. Returning to its namesake birthplace in Scotland, David Livingstone emerges from black-and-white photographs as a visionary explorer who left an indelible mark on history. His legacy lives on through his expeditions across Africa. A pilgrimage to Blantyre becomes more than just a journey; it becomes an opportunity to witness medical advancements firsthand. Bone specialist William Rae awaits those seeking healing or knowledge in this remarkable town. As we navigate South Lanarkshire's maps with curiosity, we uncover hidden gems within each corner—tracing paths that connect continents while celebrating diversity and unity simultaneously. Finally, our exploration comes full circle as we return to Malawi's Blantyre district once again—a testament to resilience and growth embodied by thriving tea cultivations against all odds. Blantyre encapsulates centuries' worth of stories etched into its very fabric—an amalgamation of cultures intertwined with triumphs over adversity. Join us on this captivating journey through time.