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Sir Rowland Hill Collection

Sir Rowland Hill, a name etched in history, forever associated with the transformation of the postal system

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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Statue of the late Sir Rowland Hill, at the Royal Exchange, London (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, KCB, Late Secretary to the Post Office (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, 1847 (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill (chromolitho)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Royal Mail (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill (chromolitho)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, KCB, FRS, Secretary to the Post Office (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, the Author of the Penny Postage (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, KCB (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Punch cartoon: Sir Rowland le Grand - the retirement of Sir Rowland Hill as Secretary to the Post
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill and Penny Postage, a Memorable Jubilee (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Statue of the late Sir Rowland Hill (engraving)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: The Battle of Waterloo, 1824 (oil on canvas)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Statues at Large (b / w photo)
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Bruce Castle, c1876. Creator: Unknown
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Portrait of a man, 19th century
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Rowland Hill, (1795-1879), 19th century
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, British teacher, pamphleteer and creator of penny postage, 19th century
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: The Postmans Knock c1855
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Le Grand, 1864. Artist: John Tenniel
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, originator of the Postage Stamp, 1893
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill printer sample World Inventors souvenir album
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Sir Rowland Hill Collection: Sir Rowland Hill, postal reformer

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Sir Rowland Hill, a name etched in history, forever associated with the transformation of the postal system. This visionary man revolutionized communication as we know it today. As I gaze upon his statue at the Royal Exchange in London, I am reminded of his immense contributions. In every engraving that depicts him, Sir Rowland Hill exudes an air of authority and innovation. From his role as Secretary to the Post Office to being hailed as the author of Penny Postage, he left an indelible mark on society. His dedication and commitment are evident in each portrayal. The funeral engraving captures a somber moment when we bid farewell to this great mind who shaped our world, and is through his unwavering determination that we now enjoy efficient mail delivery systems across nations. Royal Mail owes its success to Sir Rowland Hill's groundbreaking ideas. The chromolitho images showcase how he transformed this institution into a pillar of reliability and efficiency. Punch cartoon humorously portrays "Sir Rowland le Grand, " highlighting his retirement from the post office amidst much fanfare. Even in jest, it is clear that he was revered for his accomplishments. As I reflect on these engravings, I am filled with gratitude for Sir Rowland Hill's legacy. He paved the way for affordable postage rates and made communication accessible to all social classes—a truly memorable jubilee indeed. Sir Rowland Hill will forever be remembered as a pioneer who bridged distances through words carried by mail. His vision continues to shape our modern world where connectivity knows no bounds thanks to his relentless pursuit of progress.