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Henry Morton Stanley was a Welsh journalist and explorer who made significant contributions to the exploration of Africa in the late 19th century

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Stanley s... Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli... (1901). Creator: Unknown

Stanley s... Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli... (1901). Creator: Unknown
Stanleys Journey through Unknown Central Africa, 1887-1890: His Meeting with Emin Pasha, April 29, 1888, at Kavalli, on Lake Nyanza, (1901)

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Livingstone... : The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, (1901). Creator: Unknown

Livingstone... : The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Livingstones Exploration of Lake Tanganyika: The Great Missionary-Explorer found by Stanley, 1870, at Ujiji, (1901). The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904)

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871

Livingstone and Stanley going from Ujiji to the Rusizi River, 1871. Ujiji (in what is now Tanzania) was the site of the famous meeting on 10 November 1871 between Henry Morton Stanley

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: The Black Linn of Linklater (engraving)

The Black Linn of Linklater (engraving)
725762 The Black Linn of Linklater (engraving) by Chisholm, Alexander (1792/3-1847) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Black Linn of Linklater)

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry M. Stanley, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Henry M. Stanley, from the series Great Americans (N76) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1888

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Cover of In Darkest Africa, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890

Cover of In Darkest Africa, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890
Cover of In Darkest Africa: or The Quest, Rescue, and the Retreat of Emin (Governor of Equatoria), Vol 1, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1890

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Artist

Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Artist
Livingstone and Stanley receiving newspapers in Central Africa, 1871-1873. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873)

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanley approaching Lake Tanganyika, Africa, 19th century

Henry Morton Stanley approaching Lake Tanganyika, Africa, 19th century. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Artist

Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Artist
Frontispiece to Through the Dark Continent, by Henry Morton Stanley, 1878. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr David Livingstone

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: The Meeting of Stanley and Livingstone, c1907

The Meeting of Stanley and Livingstone, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry M. Stanley, Handbill from Lecture Tour in America, At age 31 discovered Dr

Henry M. Stanley, Handbill from Lecture Tour in America, At age 31 discovered Dr. Livingstone in Afric
Henry M.Stanley, Handbill from Lecture Tour in America, At age 31 discovered Dr.Livingstone in Africa. Illustration From The Strand Magazine January-June 1891

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Sir Henry Morton Stanley meets David Livingstone, Africa, 1871

Sir Henry Morton Stanley meets David Livingstone, Africa, 1871. The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh explorer and journalist

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer, late 19th or early 20th century

Henry Morton Stanley, Welsh journalist and explorer, late 19th or early 20th century. Stanley (1841-1904) was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: The meeting between Henry Morton Stanley and Dr David Livingstone, Africa, 19th century

The meeting between Henry Morton Stanley and Dr David Livingstone, Africa, 19th century
The meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) and Dr David Livingstone (1813-1873), Africa, 19th century. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume X, published by Cassell, Petter

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanley, African explorer, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield

Henry Morton Stanley, African explorer, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Henry Morton Stanley, African explorer, 1880. Stanley was sent by the New York Herald to look for Dr Livingstone, who had been lost for two years in central Africa

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904), Welsh journalist and explorer, 19th century

Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904), Welsh journalist and explorer, 19th century. Stanley is famous for his exploration of Africa and his search for David Livingstone. He is seen here with Kalulu

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanley, British American journalist, (c1900)

Henry Morton Stanley, British American journalist, (c1900). Stanley (1841-1904) meets Scottish missionary Livingstone with the immortal words Dr Livingstone I presume

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Henry Morton Stanleys African expedition to relieve Emin Pasha, 1886-1889 (1887)

Henry Morton Stanleys African expedition to relieve Emin Pasha, 1886-1889 (1887). Emin Pasha, who was in the Egyptian service and Governor of the Equatorial Province

Background imageHenry Morton Collection: Dr Livingstone, I presume?, 10 November 1871 (c1878)

Dr Livingstone, I presume?, 10 November 1871 (c1878). The historic meeting between Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) Welsh explorer and journalist


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Henry Morton Stanley was a Welsh journalist and explorer who made significant contributions to the exploration of Africa in the late 19th century. He is best known for his famous encounter with Dr. David Livingstone, which captured the world's attention. In April 1871, Stanley finally located Livingstone in Central Africa after an arduous search that lasted several months. This historic meeting between two great explorers marked a turning point in African exploration and sparked global fascination. Stanley's expeditions were filled with remarkable adventures and discoveries. From approaching Lake Tanganyika to navigating through treacherous terrains, he fearlessly ventured into uncharted territories, leaving no stone unturned. His book "In Darkest Africa, " published in 1890, became a seminal work on African exploration and shed light on the challenges faced by explorers like himself. Through vivid descriptions and captivating storytelling, Stanley transported readers to the heart of Africa, revealing its beauty as well as its hardships. Not only did Stanley explore remote regions of Africa, but he also played a crucial role in establishing trade routes and opening up communication channels within the continent. His efforts helped connect different communities and fostered cultural exchange. Stanley's legacy lives on through countless books, paintings, and engravings that depict his extraordinary journeys. The image of him meeting Emin Pasha at Kavalli serves as a testament to his determination and perseverance. Sir Henry Morton Stanley remains an iconic figure whose name will forever be associated with African exploration. His courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit continue to inspire adventurers around the world to push boundaries and uncover new frontiers.