Dispatching Collection

Sorting Post 1930S
One of the hundreds of groups of auxiliaries at the General Post Office (GPO), dispatching parcels to distant colonies during the usual Christmas postal rush

Emma Peel dispatching a villain as John Steed admires her handiwork, from The Avengers action TV series, (played by Diana Rigg and Patrick McNee). Date: 1973

Page from the Humours of Cynicus (coloured engraving)
3635917 Page from the Humours of Cynicus (coloured engraving) by Anderson, Martin " Cynicus" (1854-1932); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Earl of Shrewsbury and other nobles dispatching their proposals to the Prince of Orange (engraving)
654509 The Earl of Shrewsbury and other nobles dispatching their proposals to the Prince of Orange (engraving) by English School

Dispatching the Mahmal, or Holy Carpet, from Cairo to Mecca (engraving)
1619672 Dispatching the Mahmal, or Holy Carpet, from Cairo to Mecca (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dispatching the Mahmal, or Holy Carpet)

Her Majestys Brig "Nautilus, "Commander W T Rivers, dispatching a Boat to save the Crew of
1594512 Her Majestys Brig " Nautilus, " Commander W T Rivers, dispatching a Boat to save the Crew of the " Horatio" Brig (engraving) by Weedon

The electric telegraph room, House of Lords - dispatching the Queens speech (engraving)
607994 The electric telegraph room, House of Lords - dispatching the Queens speech (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The electric telegraph room)

Source Size = 5741 x 3976
Dispatching the Mahmal, or Holy Carpet, from Cairo to Mecca

The Parcel Despatch Department at Harrods department store, London. 16 June 1925

Priest used to dispatch tuna on boat deck, pole and line fishing method, Pico Island, Azores, august

Stern Reproof
Humorous illustration by Lawson Wood (1878-1957) showing Gran pop the orang utan working as a delivery driver and dispatching a group of naughty fruit thieves

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"Dispatching: Sorting Post 1930s, Emma Peel Takes Down a Villain" In the world of dispatching, efficiency and precision reign supreme. From sorting post in the bustling cities to thwarting villains with finesse, this art has taken on various forms throughout history. Imagine Emma Peel, the iconic character from The Avengers series, fearlessly dispatching a formidable villain. With her wit and agility, she effortlessly outmaneuvers her foes, leaving them defeated in her wake. Delving into history's engravings, we witness scenes like "The Earl of Shrewsbury and other nobles dispatching their proposals to the Prince of Orange. " These noble figures meticulously send off their important missives in hopes of forging alliances or shaping destinies. But dispatching is not limited to paper alone; it extends even further. In an intriguing engraving titled "Dispatching the Mahmal, " we observe the holy carpet's journey from Cairo to Mecca. This sacred mission carries immense significance for devout pilgrims seeking spiritual fulfillment. Even at sea, dispatchers play a vital role in saving lives. A captivating image depicts Commander W T Rivers aboard Her Majesty's Brig "Nautilus, " urgently dispatching a boat to rescue stranded sailors from the sinking vessel "Horatio. " Their bravery shines through as they navigate treacherous waters to ensure everyone's safety. Technology also plays its part in this realm. An engraving showcases the electric telegraph room within the House of Lords where operators work tirelessly during crucial moments such as dispatching Queen's speeches across vast distances instantaneously. Wars have relied heavily on efficient communication systems too; one can almost hear echoes of cannons and see soldiers marching when observing an engraving depicting scenes from Franco-Prussian War – messengers swiftly delivering orders amidst chaos and conflict. Beyond battlefields and political arenas lies another facet – commerce.