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Harold Abrahams wins 100m - 1924 Olympics
Harold Maurice Abrahams, CBE, (18991978) - a British athlete of Jewish origin. He was champion in the 100 metres sprint at the 1924 Olympics in Paris (July 7th)

Variety Theatre, Dr. Walford Bodie
Dr. Walford Bodie 1869 - 1939, One of the most famed and controversial Music Hall performers of his day. Known as the Electrical Wizzard

Burton on Trent
Distant view of Burton-upon- Trent, Staffordshire, justly famed for its breweries

Mr Howard Carter
Howard Carter (1874-1939) British egyptologist, famed for his discovery of Tutankhamens tomb. Born in 1874, he went to Egypt as a draughtsman in 1891 and studied the inscriptions

Poster advertising Matthew Gloag & Son of Perth, Scotland -- famed for ports -- with a scene of port being loaded on the River Douro in Portugal

Schliemann at Mycenae
Schliemanns excavations at Mycenae. The famed shaft graves are pictured in the middle circle, with Schliemanns large scale excavations on the right

Spa / Baden / Austria
The entrance to the THERESIENBAD at Baden-bei- Wien, a spa famed since Roman times for its warm springs

Burnham Beeches, Bucks
A woodland area near Slough, Berkshire, famed for its magnificent beech and other trees : a countrywoman and her dog are collecting firewood

Rufus Choate 1799 To 1859. American Lawyer And Orator. From Painting By Alonzo Chappel

Robert William Bunsen 2
ROBERT WILHELM BUNSEN German scientist, famed for his invention of the Bunsen burner

NEWBURN, Newburn is a semi rural village, parish, electoral ward and former urban district in western Tyne and Wear, North East England

Signature of novelist James Fenimore Cooper
3501409 Signature of novelist James Fenimore Cooper; (add.info.: Signature of James Fenimore Cooper 1789 to 1851. American novelist of frontier tales).

Charles Carroll of Carrollton, American statesman and Founding Father, engraving by J.B
3501402 Charles Carroll of Carrollton, American statesman and Founding Father, engraving by J.B. Longacre from a painting by Field; (add.info.: Charles Carroll of Carrollton, 1737 to 1832)

William Paca, Founding Father and signatory of Declaration of Independence (engraving)
3501406 William Paca, Founding Father and signatory of Declaration of Independence (engraving) by Maverick, Peter (1780-1831); (add.info.: Engraved by P. Maverick from a drawing by J.B)

Stephan Bibrowski (1890 - 1932), know as Lionel the Lion-faced Man. Lionel traveled to the United States and started appearing with the Barnum and Bailey Circus

Harry Hawker - Homecoming of the Australian Aircraft pioneer
Wild scenes greet the return, in 1914, of Harry Hawker (1889-1921) - Australian aviation pioneer - on his return to Australia (to demonstrate the advanced Sopwith Tabloid)

Belgium, Brussels, Manneken Pis, fountain statue and a symbol of Brussels, wearing a Santa Claus costume for Christmas

Long exposure of the famous bridge Ponte Vasco da Gama at low tide on the river Tejo with a small water tributary in
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Black and white photograph of the Praca Dom Pedro with the famous wave pattern in Lisbon, Portugal
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Blue hour at Praca Dom Pedro with the famous wave pattern in Lisbon, Portugal
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Minimalist long exposure of the famous Ponte Vasco da Gama bridge over the Tagus in Lisbon, Portugal
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Mandalay, Myanmar buildings on the Royal Palace grounds

Max Mallowan and Agatha Christie
Max Mallowan and his wife, Agatha Christie, in 1933. Mallowan was an archaeologist who began his apprenticeship in field archaeology with Leonard Wooley at Ur

Fox Hunting Party, Lincolnshire
A photograph of a large hunting party comprising of figures on horseback and a pack of beagles, given that Lincolnshire was famed for it's hunting during this period

The Southwold Pack
A photograph of some boys on horseback, part of a hunting party known as the Southwold Pack, given that Lincolnshire was famed for it's hunting during this period

William Morris
A portrait oil painting of famed British craftsman, William Morris (1834-1896), an important figure of the Arts and Crafts movement and the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Date: 1870

Sada Yacco, La Belle Otero and Le Bargy
A selection of three caricature sketches, including a portrait of Japanese geisha, actress and dancer, Sada Yacco, 1871-1946, a side profile study of Agustina del Carmen Otero Iglesias

Walter Burton Harris
A portrait oil painting of journalist, writer and traveller, Walter Burton Harris, who was famed for his writings as a special correspondent for The Times, in Morocco

Augustus Edwin John, A. R. A
A portrait painting of the Welsh painter, draughtsman and etcher, Augustus Edwin John, A.R.A, one of the most important artists in Britain for a time

William Rothenstein
A self portrait painting of English painter, printmaker, draughtsman, lecturer and art writer, Sir William Rothenstein, 1872-1945

Frank William Brangwyn
An illustration of Welsh artist, printmaker, illustrator and designer, Frank William Brangwyn, who was famed for producing works of art in a very wide range of mediums. Date: circa 1915

Danish Riviera
Franz Sedivy was a Czech born Danish artist famed for his impressive panoramas of Copenhagen. He designed several posters for Danish companies, especially Carlsberg

Izod Advertisement
An advertisement for Izod promoting the importance of a tailored shirt. A Definite Distinction for Gentlemen at last. Izod's are famed for their dress shirts and coloured hosiery. Date: circa 1926

Verona
Etching of Verona, Northern Italy's Veneto region. A city famed for being the setting for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Date: circa 1929

de Havilland DH. 82A Tiger Moth G-ANZZ The Archbishop
de Havilland DH.82A Tiger Moth II G-ANZZ The Archbishop (msn 85834, ex DE974). Based at Redhill with the Tiger Club, The Archbishop was a modified single seat Tiger Moth for aerobatic displays

Holywell Street, London, which was famed for its bookshops, was due for demolition shortly after this photograph was taken, to make way for London County Council improvements. Date: 1901

Deva, Diemrich, Statue of the Roman Emperor Trajan in front of the Town Hall, Transylvania, Romania
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Statue of Oscar Spaethe, at the Athenaeum, Bucharest, Romania
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Emperor Maximilian I. Facsimile after a woodcut by Albrecht Duerer, Germany, Maximilian I
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Matthias Klotz Monument, violin maker monument, Mittenwald, district of Garmisch Partenkirchen, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria
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The Three Graces, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio, Raphael
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Portrait of Angelo Doni, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio
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Portrait of Maddalena Doni, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio
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The Holy Family from the House of Canigiani. by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi
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La Muta, the Mute, Lady in Green, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi
1 person, acrobatics, activities, activity, archive, art work, artistic, artistical, artistry, artists, arts, artwork, artworks, celebrity, central italy, circus artist, circus artists, circuses

Entombment of Christ, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio
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Portrait of a Cardinal, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio
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Madonna Alba, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio, Raffael
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"Famed Moments from Around the World: From Harold Abrahams' Triumph at the 1924 Olympics to Dr. Walford Bodie's Electrifying Performances at Variety Theatre" Step back in time and witness history unfold as Harold Abrahams sprints his way to victory, claiming gold in the 100m race at the prestigious 1924 Olympics. The world watched in awe as this British athlete showcased his incredible speed and determination. Meanwhile, over at the Variety Theatre, audiences were captivated by the mesmerizing performances of Dr. Walford Bodie. With his electrifying acts and mind-boggling tricks, he left spectators spellbound night after night. In Burton on Trent, a quaint town known for its brewing heritage, Mr. Howard Carter made an astonishing discovery that would forever change our understanding of ancient Egypt. Unearthing Tutankhamun's tomb was a momentous achievement that brought him worldwide fame. Matthew Gloag & Son caught everyone's attention with their captivating poster advertisements that adorned city streets across Britain. Their products became synonymous with quality and elegance, leaving consumers longing for more. Traveling further back in time to Mycenae, we find Heinrich Schliemann unearthing treasures from ancient Greece's rich past. His archaeological discoveries shed light on a civilization long gone but not forgotten. Escape to Spa/Baden/Austria where relaxation meets luxury amidst breathtaking landscapes and healing waters renowned for their therapeutic properties. This idyllic destination has attracted visitors seeking rejuvenation for centuries. Nature enthusiasts flocked to Burnham Beeches in Buckinghamshire to immerse themselves in its serene beauty and lush greenery—a haven away from bustling city life where tranquility reigns supreme. Across the Atlantic Ocean lies Rufus Choate—American lawyer extraordinaire whose eloquence captivated audiences during his illustrious career spanning from 1799 to 1859. Alonzo Chappel's painting immortalizes this legal genius and orator.