Britiain Collection

WW1 - USA Saving Humanity by joining the war. Date: 1918

Panjdeh incident - Russian encounter with Afghan forces at Pul-i-Khishty (Brick Bridge). The incident of 1885 was a diplomatic crisis between the British Empire

The Burning of Greytown 1854
In response to British taxing of ships using the Nicaragua route to California, the USS Cyane bombarded Greytown with little damage, before landing ashore and setting the town on fire

Map of Africa after the signing of the Anglo-French Agreement of March 1899 (colour litho)
2819021 Map of Africa after the signing of the Anglo-French Agreement of March 1899 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bath, from the private road leading to Prior Park, pub. 1793. Creator: J. Hassell (1767-1825) and J
Bath, from the private road leading to Prior Park, from A Picturesque Guide to Bath, Bristol Hot-Wells, the River Avon and the Adjacent Country, published 1793 (coloured aquatint)

View near Newport, Isle of Wight, pub. 1822. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827)
View near Newport, Isle of Wight, from Sketches from Nature, published 1822 (coloured etching)

Lord of the Isles steam train, 1851
The Great Western Railway Broad Gauge Locomotive Lord of the Isles, 1851. Date: 1851

Stamp Act repeal, 1766
Handbill announcing repeal of the Stamp Act, 1766. Woodcut with a watercolor wash

Charcoal burners in the Lake District, north west England, known locally as colliers. Man stacking sticks of wood and building a pile or clamp which would be covered with turf

Londons increased traffic in 1936
Congested London, from Hyde Park corner to Ludgate Hill, a map showing the increase of traffic since 1904 at eight of the busiest spots. Date: 1936

Charcoal burners caravan and cabin in a wood in the Hythe region of Kent, England. The charcoal burners would spend the summer in the woods cutting wood and producing charcoal

Charcoal burner at work in Kent, England. The charcoal burners would spend the summer in the woods cutting timber and producing charcoal, living with their families in caravans or, more usually

M Connells express locomotive, 1852
M Connells express locomotive for the London & North-Western Railway Date: 1852

Coronation. Coronation Coach departs
Empty Coronation Coach departs from Westminster Abbey. 1953

Midland no. 780 steam train, 1870
Tank engine, No. 780, Midland railway company, 1870. Date: 1870

Locomotive tank engine, 1862
Locomotive tank engine by Manning, Wardle and Co. of Leeds. Date: 1862

Cornwall locomotive, 1863
The " Cornwall" locomotive after rebuilding, London and North Western Railway, 1863-1893. Date: 1863

The Potsdam Conference; Second World War, 1945
Photograph showing the leaders of Great Britiain, the Soviet Union and the United States of America meeting at the Potsdam Conference, July 1945

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"Britain: A Tapestry of History and Diversity" From the trenches of World War I to the burning streets of Greytown in 1854, Britain's history is a testament to its resilience and global impact. In the midst of WW1, when humanity was on the brink, it was the USA that stepped forward, joining forces with Britain to save mankind from tyranny. Their alliance became a turning point in history. The Panjdeh incident stands as a reminder of Britain's encounters beyond its borders. When Russian and Afghan forces clashed at Pul-i-Khishty, known as Brick Bridge, it showcased Britain's intricate involvement in international affairs. Traveling back to 1854, we witness the fiery chaos during The Burning of Greytown. This event marked an important chapter in British colonial history as tensions flared between settlers and locals. Shifting our gaze towards Africa after the signing of the Anglo-French Agreement in 1899 reveals another facet of British influence. A colorful litho map depicts their territorial agreements with France, shaping African borders that still exist today. Stepping away from conflict-ridden narratives, let us explore Bath through J. Hassell's eyes in 1793. The private road leading to Prior Park offers a glimpse into Georgian elegance amidst lush landscapes. Heading southwards brings us to Newport on Isle of Wight captured by Thomas Rowlandson in 1822. His artwork transports us to this picturesque coastal town where serenity meets maritime charm. Fast-forwarding through time takes us straight into London's bustling streets during 1936 - witnessing firsthand how traffic congestion plagued even one of Europe's greatest cities. Transportation has always been integral for progress; thus emerges Lord of Isles steam train from 1851 - symbolizing innovation and connectivity across Great Britain’s vast railway network. Delving deeper into historical milestones unveils Stamp Act repeal in 1766 - an event celebrated by the British colonies in America, marking a significant step towards independence.