Financed Collection

James Gordon Bennett Jr
JAMES GORDON BENNETT (JUNIOR) American editor : established New York Evening Telegram, sent Stanley to find Livingstone and financed various other expeditions

Earlswood Asylum, Redhill, Surrey
The charitably financed Earlswood Asylum for Idiots and Imbeciles was opened in 1855 at Redhill in Surrey. It later became known as the Royal Earlswood Hospital. Date: 1907

Barnes Home, Heaton Mersey
An aerial view of the Barnes Home - an Industrial School for Boys on Didsbury Road, Heaton Mersey, Cheshire. Its construction was financed by Manchester cotton baron Robert Barnes. Date: 1930s

Lord Carnarvon and Howard Carter in Tutankamens Tomb, Egypt
Photograph showing George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon, looking into the Gilded Sanctuary Room of Tutankhamens tomb, as Howard Carter looks back towards the photographer in the main outer

Receipt for Workhouse Childrens Outing Subscription Receipt
Receipt made out to W.W. Brocklehurst for a subscription to the Childrens Outing fund at Macclesfield Workhouse. Outings for children had to be financed by private donations. Date: 1913

Shakespeare Sacrificed Offering Avarice June 20
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Young artist at the community kindergarten
Radburn, New Jersey, a privately financed model town which furnished some of the ideas for the United States Suburban Resettlement Administrations Greenbelt towns

George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923)
Photographic portrait of George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923), c.1922. Lord Carnarvon was the wealthy, English amateur egyptologist who financed Howard Carters excavations in the Valley

Hugh Mydleton Monument
HUGH MIDDLETON (MYDDLETON) - Moument to Sir Hugh Middleton (Myddelton or Mydelton), who financed the cutting of the New River in 1613 to supply London with its drinking water

ALFRED VAIL / 1807-1859
ALFRED VAIL American telegraphy pioneer. Financed and collaborated with Samuel Morse in the development of the telegraph

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"Financed: From Explorers to Asylums, the Power of Backing" James Gordon Bennett Jr. , a prominent figure in the world of finance, played a pivotal role in supporting various ventures. One such instance was his involvement with Earlswood Asylum in Redhill, Surrey. The asylum aimed to provide care and support for those suffering from mental health issues. Bennett's financial contributions extended beyond asylums; he also supported the Barnes Home in Heaton Mersey, which provided shelter and education for underprivileged children. A receipt for a workhouse children's outing subscription serves as evidence of his commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals. Intriguingly, Lord Carnarvon and Howard Carter found themselves united by financing an extraordinary expedition - their joint efforts led them to Tutankhamen's tomb in Egypt. This remarkable discovery forever changed our understanding of ancient civilizations. The theme of financing exploration continued throughout history with Christopher Columbus, an Italian-born Spanish financed explorer who discovered America. His groundbreaking journey across uncharted waters opened up new horizons and shaped the course of human civilization. Even renowned playwright William Shakespeare understood the significance of financial backing when he depicted sacrifice offering avarice on June 20th. This portrayal highlights how money can influence decisions and shape destinies. But it is not just grand expeditions or historical events that benefit from financial support; even young artists at community kindergartens thrive thanks to generous patrons who recognize their potential. George Herbert, 5th Earl of Carnarvon (1866-1923), another influential financier, left behind a lasting legacy through projects like the Hugh Mydleton Monument. This monument commemorates Sir Hugh Mydleton's achievement in bringing fresh water supplies to London during the 17th century – an endeavor made possible through strategic funding. Lastly, Alfred Vail (1807-1859) stands as an example of how financial backing can revolutionize communication.