Farewell Collection (page 24)

President Jefferson Davis bidding farewell to his escort, 18
Image showing the President of the Confederate States, Jefferson Davis, and bidding farewell to his escort at the end of the American Civil War, 1865

Lt. -General A. F. M. Browning, Major R. H. Cain and Lt. -Colonel
Photograph showing Lieutenant-General A.F.M. Browning, Commander of the British First Airborne (on left), talking to Major R.H. Cain (second right), the first V.C

HMS Alert and HMS Discovery seen from the deck of HMS V
Engraving showing HMS Alert and HMS Discovery (both in the background) parting company with HMS Valorous (foreground) at the beginning of the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876

Dr Syntax / Setting out 2
Dr Syntax setting out on his second tour

Goodbye Kiss at Station
A romantic farewell kiss for one passenger on the platform. The rest of the passengers, mostly smartly dressed women with suitcases, are getting into the smoking carriage

Mother and Son
A mother says goodbye to her son

Pig Off to Market 1910
The best of friends must part: a pig says goodbye to a flock of geese from the back of a cart. He is on his way to market, and will never see them again

A Parting Kiss C1840
When your friend bids an over- affectionate farewell to your wife, you begin to wonder - and suddenly hes not so much of a friend as before

Waving to a U-Boat 1916
Two German ladies wave farewell to a U-boat

Off to the Links 1927
Ready for a pleasant afternoon on the links, a smart chap bids his friend farewell and gets into his car

Evacuees and Matron
Young children carrying their own suitcases and belongings down steps. They are leaving the kindly matron who has been their temporary carer, for evacuation to the countryside

Waiting to Evacuate
A matron who has temporarily looked after a group of young children watches over them as they sit on steps with their belongings packed, ready to be evacuated to the country

Matron & Evacuees
Young children carrying their own suitcases and belongings down steps. They are leaving the kindly matron who has been their temporary carer, for evacuation to the countryside

Wwi / Off to the War
A German man bids farewell to his wife and children before departing for the Front

Waving Tearful Farewell
A young lady waves a sad farewell to her soldier lover as he returns to the front - for this is 1915, and World War One is taking its toll

Irish Emigrants Leaving
Departure of the Viceroy steamer from the dock quay, Galway; Irish residents wave farewell to their loved ones

Vic Sends Guards Crimea
From the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, Victoria says farewell to her Guards as they prepare to leave for the Crimea, to fight the Russians on her behalf

Joe Willet Leaves
Joe Willet bids farewell to Dolly Varden in the workshop of the Golden Key, watched in secret by Simon Tappertit

Resurrection (C11)
A medieval representation of the Resurrection - Jesus bids farewell to his apostles

Vanity Fair / Rebecca / Bye
Rebeccas farewell

Emigrants Farewell
The Last Sight of Old England

Chaka in Natal / Rsa / 1824
Lieutenant Farewell negotiates with Chaka, king of the Zulus, in Natal

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"Farewell: A Journey Through Time and Emotion" In the heart of London, on the 28th of June 1986, Wembley Stadium witnessed an unforgettable event - Wham. The Farewell Concert. As aerial photos captured thousands of fans flooding the stadium, emotions ran high as George Michael bid adieu to his devoted followers. Meanwhile, in Manchester, a different kind took place. It was a bittersweet moment as the city's last tram made its final journey through familiar streets. Commuters and locals alike watched with nostalgia as an era came to an end. Amidst these farewells, another story unfolded – that of Charles and Flora McDonald. Their love stood strong during World War I when Charles bravely fought for his country while Flora anxiously awaited his return. Their letters filled with longing and hope became a testament to enduring love amidst duty. Speaking of war times, who can forget Wrights Coal Tar Soap? Its iconic presence during WWI symbolized cleanliness and comfort amid chaos. This simple bar brought solace to soldiers bidding farewell to their loved ones before heading off into battle. But they are not limited to wars alone; they permeate every aspect of life. In 1914, "Twixt Love and Duty" graced theater stages across the nation – a poignant reminder that sometimes we must bid adieu to our desires in pursuit of what is right. Transportation has also seen its share of goodbyes throughout history. The Western Region said goodbye to steam engines in 1965 – an endearing yet melancholic farewell as modernity took over traditional locomotives forever etched in our memories. The Sphere magazine's front cover featured Terra Nova bidding her final farewell before embarking on Captain Scott's ill-fated Antarctic expedition in 1910. Little did anyone know then that this would be their last glimpse at those brave souls.