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Alfred Nobel (1833-96) Swedish chemist and inventor. Dynamite. Endowed Nobel Prizes

Robert Owen (1771-1858) Welsh-born British philanthropist and socialist. Bought New Lanark Mills c1799. Engraving

Thomas John Barnardo (1845-1905) Irish-born philanthropist and physician: founder of the East End Mission for destitute children in London 1867 which became known as Dr Barnardos Homes

Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl (1801-1885) Shaftesbury, English factory reformer and philanthropist. From Men of Mark, London c1877. Woodburytype

George Birkbeck (1776-1841) English Quaker physician, philanthropist and pioneer of adult education, born at Settle, Yorkshire, who settled in London in 1804

Thomas Storey (1825-1898) English industrialist and philanthropist from Lancashire. Storey was a mine owner, a mill owner, and leather manufacture

Thoma Storey (1825-189) English industrialist and philanthropist from Lancashire. Storey was a mine owner, a mill owner and leather manufacturer who ade his fortune in the manufacture of oil-cloth

Sydney Henry Waterlow (1822-1906) London printer and philanthropist. Lord Mayor of London 1872. From The Cabinet Portrait Gallery (London, 1890-1894). Woodburytype after photograph by W & D Downey

An Eminent Builder. Charles James Freake (1814-1884) notable London builder, developer and philanthropist. Developed most of Smiths Charity estate between 1845 and 1884

Richard (Dick) Whittington (c1358-1423) English merchant and philanthropist who was three times Lord Mayor of London, England

Mary Carpenter (1807-77) English philanthropist born at Exeter, Devon. With her mother opened a school for girls in Bristol

Moses Montefiore (1784-1885) Italian-born English philanthropist and campaigner for Jewish rights. Here in 1860s with girls of the Isle of Thanet Orphanage, Kent, watched by Mrs Tait

John Ruskin, 8 February 1819 - 20 January 1900, Was The Leading English Art Critic Of The Victorian Era, Also An Art Patron, Draughtsman, Watercolourist

George Moore, philanthropist, 1806a
George Moore, philanthropist, 1806A

Education: Robert Raikes (1735-1811) English philanthropist and publisher. Began Sunday School movement in his native Gloucester in 1780. Wood engraving, London, 1880

John Howard (1726-1790) English prison reformer, entering Savoy military prison, London, after mutiny. Restored peace and persuaded prisoners to return to cells

In the City, Nov. 9, 1837, her Majesty Knighting Sir Moses Montefiore

John Ruskin (8 February 1819 20 January 1900) was the leading English art critic of the Victorian era, also an art patron, draughtsman, watercolourist, a prominent social thinker and philanthropist

BARLEY WOOD, SOMERSET, THE RESIDENCE OF MRS. HANNAH MORE, an English religious writer and philanthropist.; DIED SEPTEMBER 7, 1833

John Julius Angerstein (1735-1823) English philanthropist, merchant, Lloyds underwriter. His picture collection formed basis of the National Gallery. Engraving after portrait by Thomas Lawrence

Andrew Carnegie (1835-1918) Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Public Libraries. After a photograph by Brady taken in the 1870s

Robert Raikes (1735-1811) English philanthropist and founder of the Sunday School movement. A printer from Gloucester, he opened his first Sunday School in 1780. Wood engraving, 1880

Monument to John Howard, the Philanthropist, at Kherson; Died January 20, 1790

Howard Hughes, US aviation pioneer C016 / 8857
Howard Hughes (1905-1976), American aviation pioneer. Hughes inherited the family estate aged 18 and dropped out of university

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, British reformer C016 / 8865
Anthony Ashley-Cooper (1801-1885), British politician, philanthropist, and social reformer. Known as Lord Ashley, he succeeded his father in 1851 as the 7th Earl of Shaftesbury

John D. Rockefeller, US oil magnate
John Davison Rockefeller (1839-1937), US oil magnate and philanthropist. In 1862, Rockefeller went into business with Samuel Andrews, the inventor of a cheap oil refining process

Abram Hewitt, US industrialist
Abram Stevens Hewitt (1822-1903), US industrialist and politician. Hewitt studied at Columbia College in New York, before becoming a lawyer

John Lubbock, British biologist C015 / 5809
John Lubbock (1834-1913), British biologist, archaeologist, and philanthropist. Lubbock studied social insects, devising a movable glass-sided container called a Lubbock nest to view them

Alfred Nobel, Swedish chemist
Alfred Bernhard Nobel (1833-1896), Swedish chemist and inventor. Working for his father, Nobel studied explosives like nitroglycerin, and discovered ways to make them safer to use

(1820-1910). English nurse, hospital reformer, and philanthropist. Traveling in her carriage
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE (1820-1910). English nurse, hospital reformer, and philanthropist. Traveling in her carriage and ambulance in the Crimea. Wood engraving, English, 1856

(1798-1867). French physician and patron of the arts and letters. V
LOUIS-DÉSIRÉ VÉRON (1798-1867).French physician and patron of the arts and letters. V

Stephen Girard
STEPHEN GIRARD American statesman and philanthropist. Date: 1750 - 1831

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FRANCOIS ALEXANDRE FREDERIC, duc de LA ROCHEFOUCAULD- LIANCOURT French philanthropist Date: 1747 - 1827

Stephen Girard (Chappel)
STEPHEN GIRARD American statesman and philanthropist Date: 1750 - 1831

American patriot and philanthropist. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
ELIAS BOUDINOT (1740-1821). American patriot and philanthropist. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

American Revolutionary patriot and philanthropist. Steel engraving, early 19th century, after a painting
ELIAS BOUDINOT (1740-1821). American Revolutionary patriot and philanthropist. Steel engraving, early 19th century, after a painting

29th President of the United States. At the White House, c1922, with the philanthropist Albert D. Lasker (1880-1952)
WARREN G. HARDING, c1921. 29th President of the United States. At the White House, c1922, with the philanthropist Albert D. Lasker (1880-1952)

CLARA BARTON (1821-1912). Founder of the American Red Cross. Drawing, 1888

DOROTHEA DIX (1802-1887). American reformer, educator and writer. Wood engraving after a photograph

ROBERT OWEN (1771-1858). Welsh socialist and philanthropist. Stipple engraving, 19th century

AUGUST HERMANN FRANCKE (1663-1727). German preacher, theologian, and educator. Line engraving, German, 19th century

MORITZ VON HIRSCH (1831-1896). (Baron de Hirsch). German businessman and philanthropist. Wood engraving, 1890

SAMUEL M. ISaCS (1804-1878). American editor and philanthropist

WILLIAM WILSON CORCORAN (1798-1888). American financier and philanthropist. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

BARON SHAFTESBURY (1621-1683). 1st Baron and Earl of Shaftesbury, Anthony Ashley Cooper. English statesman. Wood engraving after Sir Peter Lely

JESSE SELIGMAN (1827-1894). American merchant and philanthropist. Wood engraving, 1891

ANTHONY BENEZET (1713-1784). American philanthropist and teacher. Wood engraving, American, mid-19th century

WILLIAM WILBERFORCE (1759-1833). English philanthropist and abolitionist. Steel engraving, 19th century, after a painting by George Richmond

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"Philanthropists: Champions of Change and Compassion" In the heart of London's Kings Cross, the historic Mount Pleasant Hotel stands as a testament to the generosity and benevolence of philanthropists throughout history. From Edward Colston's contributions to education and healthcare, to Andrew Carnegie's legacy etched in a portrait within his beloved library, these individuals have left an indelible mark on society. Across the River Hamble in Hampshire lies Training Ship Mercury, a symbol of hope for countless young lives transformed by philanthropic endeavors. Meanwhile, St Andrews University in Scotland proudly remembers Andrew Carnegie's unwavering commitment to education. John Passmore Edwards' name echoes through time with Vanity Fair immortalizing him as a true benefactor. George Eastman, founder of Eastman Kodak, used his success to uplift communities worldwide. The pages of Vanity Fair also capture John Fuller's dedication towards improving lives. Notably remembered is John Mad Jack Fuller - his philanthropy knew no bounds as he sought to make lasting changes that would benefit generations to come. Margaret Molly Brown emerges from history as an American socialite turned activist who survived the Titanic tragedy; her tireless efforts continue inspiring others even today. Finally, Florence Nightingale and Ida Cole exemplify how compassion can revolutionize healthcare practices during their era. Their pioneering work paved the way for modern nursing methods still utilized today. These extraordinary individuals remind us that philanthropy transcends borders and eras – it is an enduring force that shapes our world for the betterment of all mankind.