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October Collection (page 9)

"October: A Tapestry of History and Moments" As the autumn leaves paint a vivid tapestry, October unveils its rich heritage

Background imageOctober Collection: St Mary's Lighthouse north of Whitley Bay on the Northumberland coast, England

St Mary's Lighthouse north of Whitley Bay on the Northumberland coast, England. Autumn (October) 2021.

Background imageOctober Collection: Tudor manor Little Moreton Hall, reflected in its moat, Congleton, Cheshire, England

Tudor manor Little Moreton Hall, reflected in its moat, Congleton, Cheshire, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Background imageOctober Collection: Little Moreton Hall, a half timbered Tudor moated manor house near Congleton in Cheshire, England

Little Moreton Hall, a half timbered Tudor moated manor house near Congleton in Cheshire, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Background imageOctober Collection: Beautiful Little Moreton Hall, an iconic Tudor half timber framed house near Congleton in

Beautiful Little Moreton Hall, an iconic Tudor half timber framed house near Congleton in Cheshire, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Background imageOctober Collection: Lion (Panthera leo) Adult male lying down, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

Lion (Panthera leo) Adult male lying down, Kenya, Masai Mara National Reserve

Background imageOctober Collection: Beautiful pink sunset above Half Dome and Yosemite Valley, viewed from Glacier Point

Beautiful pink sunset above Half Dome and Yosemite Valley, viewed from Glacier Point, California, USA. Autumn (October) 2015

Background imageOctober Collection: Sunshine radiates through Black a Tor copse, an ancient Oak woodland on Dartmoor's high moorland

Sunshine radiates through Black a Tor copse, an ancient Oak woodland on Dartmoor's high moorland, Devon, England. Autumn (October) 2016

A1GP 2008/09, Testing
23.10.2008 Silverstone, England, Felipe Guimaraes (BRA), driver of A1 Team Brazil - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2008/09, Testing - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

Background imageOctober Collection: The policies of the British Liberal party were seen by some as creeping Socialism

The policies of the British Liberal party were seen by some as creeping Socialism
527256 The policies of the British Liberal party were seen by some as creeping Socialism and, at the general election of January 1910, their parliamentary majority was sharply cut

Background imageOctober Collection: Calendar: representation of the month of October: agricultural work

Calendar: representation of the month of October: agricultural work. The two zodiacal signs of the month are depicted
FGL5474181 Calendar: representation of the month of October: agricultural work. The two zodiacal signs of the month are depicted on the right: scorpion and scales

Background imageOctober Collection: Coastwise: Harvesters of the Sea (b/w photo)

Coastwise: Harvesters of the Sea (b/w photo)
8671447 Coastwise: Harvesters of the Sea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harvesters of the Sea)

Background imageOctober Collection: Past & Present: The Airship (colour litho)

Past & Present: The Airship (colour litho)
8668678 Past & Present: The Airship (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Airship. Montgolfier's Balloon)

Background imageOctober Collection: England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia

England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia
CUL4855867 England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia. English colony of Botany Bay (founded in 1788)

Background imageOctober Collection: Australia (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Botany Bay (founded in 1788). Engraving

Australia (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Botany Bay (founded in 1788). Engraving. Private Collection
CUL4855824 Australia (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Botany Bay (founded in 1788). Engraving. Private Collection by Unknown Artist; (add.info.: Australia (1880)

Background imageOctober Collection: Londoners celebrating the news of the relief of Mafeking, 1900 (engraving)

Londoners celebrating the news of the relief of Mafeking, 1900 (engraving)
527825 Londoners celebrating the news of the relief of Mafeking, 1900 (engraving); (add.info.: In the Second Boer War the British were besieged at Mafeking from 12 October 1899-17 May 1900)

Background imageOctober Collection: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569
535872 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569)

Background imageOctober Collection: George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket'. On 11 October 1829 'Rocket' won the Rainhill Trials for

George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket'. On 11 October 1829 'Rocket' won the Rainhill Trials for
530594 George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket'. On 11 October 1829 'Rocket' won the Rainhill Trials for the engine to be used on the Liverpool to Manchester Railway, England

Background imageOctober Collection: George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket' winning the competition at Rainhill Bridge, near Manchester

George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket' winning the competition at Rainhill Bridge, near Manchester
530593 George Stephenson's locomotive 'Rocket' winning the competition at Rainhill Bridge, near Manchester, England

Background imageOctober Collection: Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris

Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris, 11 October 1783
535279 Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris, 11 October 1783, 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: From Gaston Tissandier 'Histoire des Ballons')

Background imageOctober Collection: Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Strasbourg Cathedral during the final bombardment of the city, 1870

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Strasbourg Cathedral during the final bombardment of the city, 1870
538459 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Strasbourg Cathedral during the final bombardment of the city, 1870. From The Graphic (London, 15 October 1870). Wood engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Shaving the enemy at Montmirail

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Shaving the enemy at Montmirail. Wood engraving from The Graphic, London, 8 October 1870
538288 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Shaving the enemy at Montmirail. Wood engraving from The Graphic, London, 8 October 1870; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: Pioneers of Italian aviation: Postcard souvenir of the Milan International Airplane

Pioneers of Italian aviation: Postcard souvenir of the Milan International Airplane
5313754 Pioneers of Italian aviation: Postcard souvenir of the Milan International Airplane. (From September 24th to October 3rd 1910). italy; SeM Studio/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno
11.10.2007 Brno, Czech Republic, Emerson Fittipaldi (BRA), Seat Holder of A1 Team Brazil arrives at the train station - Train journey from Prague to Brno - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08

Background imageOctober Collection: Russo-Turkish (Crimean) War 1853-6. Siege of Sebastopol, October 1854

Russo-Turkish (Crimean) War 1853-6. Siege of Sebastopol, October 1854
536854 Russo-Turkish (Crimean) War 1853-6. Siege of Sebastopol, October 1854; (add.info.: Russo-Turkish (Crimean) War 1853-6. Siege of Sebastopol, October 1854 to September 1855

Background imageOctober Collection: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569

French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569
535869 French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569.; (add.info.: French Religious Wars 1562-1598. Battle of Montcontour 3 October 1569)

Background imageOctober Collection: Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French prisonser of war camp at Wahn, near Cologne, 1870 (engraving)

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French prisonser of war camp at Wahn, near Cologne, 1870 (engraving)
538450 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French prisonser of war camp at Wahn, near Cologne, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: The correspondent remarks on the improvement of conditions for prisoners since)

Background imageOctober Collection: Napoleon I at the Battle of Ulm, 16-19 October 1805. 19th century (popular hand-coloured woodcut)

Napoleon I at the Battle of Ulm, 16-19 October 1805. 19th century (popular hand-coloured woodcut)
543810 Napoleon I at the Battle of Ulm, 16-19 October 1805. 19th century (popular hand-coloured woodcut); (add.info.: The outcome was a resounding French victory the capture of the entire Austrian)

Background imageOctober Collection: Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806) Italian aeronaut. Made the first hydrogen balloon ascent in Britain

Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806) Italian aeronaut. Made the first hydrogen balloon ascent in Britain, Moorfields, London
530535 Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806) Italian aeronaut. Made the first hydrogen balloon ascent in Britain, Moorfields, London, 15 September 1784

Background imageOctober Collection: Russian Orthodox priests performing ceremony of naming 'Strela', the yacht of Grand Duke Alexis

Russian Orthodox priests performing ceremony of naming 'Strela', the yacht of Grand Duke Alexis
530266 Russian Orthodox priests performing ceremony of naming 'Strela', the yacht of Grand Duke Alexis. From Le Petit Journal, 11 October 1891.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: September and October (chromolitho)

September and October (chromolitho)
8677483 September and October (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: September and October, harvesting grapes and back to school)

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2008/09, Rd 1, Zandvoort

A1GP 2008/09, Rd 1, Zandvoort
04.10.2008 Zandvoort, The Netherlands, Fabio Onidi (ITA), driver of A1 Team Italy - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2008/09, Round 1, Zandvoort

Background imageOctober Collection: 8626730

8626730

Background imageOctober Collection: Calendar for October with figures of Malachi and St. Simon, quote from Tyrus, disciples, boar, birds

Calendar for October with figures of Malachi and St. Simon, quote from Tyrus, disciples, boar, birds
5912932 Calendar for October with figures of Malachi and St. Simon, quote from Tyrus, disciples, boar, birds, foliage and castles. From an illuminated Book of Hours of the Duke the Anjou., 1380

Background imageOctober Collection: Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom)

Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom). View of the frescoes of the choir of
JEB4919289 Works of the Fields: August, September and October (from top to bottom). View of the frescoes of the choir of the church Saint Aignan (11th and 12th century) in Brinay, Cher (18120)

Background imageOctober Collection: England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia

England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia
CUL4855886 England (C19th). Colonization (1880). The life of the gold diggers in Australia. English colony of Botany Bay (founded in 1788)

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno
11.10.2007 Brno, Czech Republic, Nicolas Lapierre (FRA), driver of A1 Team France with Olivier Panis and Nicolas Prost (FRA), driver of A1 Team France - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 2

Background imageOctober Collection: Capital letters Plate in 'Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet'

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220621 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Background imageOctober Collection: Capital letters Plate in 'Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet'

Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving)
DUV4220600 Capital letters Plate in "Picturesque alphabet or New informative and picturesque alphabet", 1892 (engraving); 27x17.5 cm; (add.info)

Background imageOctober Collection: October. (1667 - 1677). Medallion by Jacques Gervaise (1622 - 1670)

October. (1667 - 1677). Medallion by Jacques Gervaise (1622 - 1670). Ceiling of the Galerie d'Apollon at the Musee
ETI4397392 October. (1667 - 1677). Medallion by Jacques Gervaise (1622 - 1670). Ceiling of the Galerie d'Apollon at the Musee du Louvre in Paris.; (add.info.: October. (1667 - 1677)

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno
11.10.2007 Brno, Czech Republic, Grid Girls at the Ignition Party - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 2, Brno, Thursday - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2006/07, Rd 1, Zandvoort

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 1, Zandvoort
01.10.2006 Zandvoort, The Netherlands, Adrian Zaugg, Driver of A1Team South Africa - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 1, Zandvoort

Background imageOctober Collection: Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) Scottish-born American inventor: patented telephone 1876

Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) Scottish-born American inventor: patented telephone 1876
532042 Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) Scottish-born American inventor: patented telephone 1876: Bell inaugurating 1520 km telephone link between New York and Chicago, 18 October 1892

Background imageOctober Collection: Prince Alexander of Serbia (1888-1934), c.1920 (b/w photo)

Prince Alexander of Serbia (1888-1934), c.1920 (b/w photo)
530951 Prince Alexander of Serbia (1888-1934), c.1920 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Prince Alexander of Serbia (1888-1934) future Alexander 1st of Yugoslavia c. 1920); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: Alberto Santos-Dumont (1873-1932) Brazilian aviation pioneer. Here in his airship (dirigible) No

Alberto Santos-Dumont (1873-1932) Brazilian aviation pioneer. Here in his airship (dirigible) No
530542 Alberto Santos-Dumont (1873-1932) Brazilian aviation pioneer. Here in his airship (dirigible) No. 6 descending at the Aero Park, Paris, after winning the Deutsch prize, 19 October 1901

Background imageOctober Collection: A Group of Aeronauts. Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806), in Edinburgh for his ascent of 5 October 10 1785

A Group of Aeronauts. Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806), in Edinburgh for his ascent of 5 October 10 1785
530536 A Group of Aeronauts. Vincenzo Lunardi (1759-1806), in Edinburgh for his ascent of 5 October 10 1785, surrounded by local ballooning enthusiasts, l.to r

Background imageOctober Collection: Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland

Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland. Opened 24 October 1822 (engraving)
533600 Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland. Opened 24 October 1822 (engraving); (add.info.: Basin of Caledonian Ship Canal at Muirtown near Inverness, Scotland)

Background imageOctober Collection: Paris fashions for October, 1860

Paris fashions for October, 1860
1577533 Paris fashions for October, 1860; (add.info.: Paris fashions for October.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageOctober Collection: A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 2, Brno
13.10.2007 Brno, Czech Republic, Tony Clements (GBR), Seat holder of A1 Team Great Britain - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 2, Brno



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"October: A Tapestry of History and Moments" As the autumn leaves paint a vivid tapestry, October unveils its rich heritage. Just like Marjorie Miller's mesmerizing masterpiece "Queen of the Night, " this month exudes an enigmatic allure that captivates all who embrace it. Intriguingly, October witnessed pivotal moments in history, such as the Suffragette Board Game PANK-A-SQUITH, symbolizing women's relentless fight for equality. It also echoes with the resounding echoes of Battle Balaclava (Gibb), reminding us of valiant soldiers' sacrifices on distant battlefields. Delving further into time's annals, we encounter a British Military Poster from the inter-war period; a testament to resilience and unity during challenging times. Similarly, Brudenell Magna Carta stands tall as a beacon of justice and liberty throughout centuries. Yet amidst these grand narratives lie smaller yet equally significant events. The Dramatic Rail Accident at Gare Montparnasse in France serves as a reminder of human fallibility and our ability to learn from mistakes. Likewise, Wall St Crash 1929 casts shadows over economic stability but teaches invaluable lessons about resilience and rebuilding. Traveling back even further in time brings us face-to-face with monumental battles like Agincourt - where courage triumphed against all odds. Meanwhile, Her Majesty's Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21) embodies strength and camaraderie across vast oceans. But October is not just defined by historical milestones; it embraces cultural icons too. We remember Nelson's heroic sacrifice off West coast shores while Spitfires gracefully soar over Forth - symbols of bravery etched forever in our collective memory. Finally, Martin Luther's 95 Theses reverberate through generations as catalysts for change – inspiring individuals to question norms and seek truth fearlessly.