Whitechapel Road Collection

Whitechapel Road, at the London Hospital (b / w photo)
3102259 Whitechapel Road, at the London Hospital (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Whitechapel Road, at the London Hospital)

London Hospital
1900: A horse-drawn tram on Whitechapel Road in front of the London Hospital. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

The London Hospital, c1900. Creator: Will B. Robinson
The London Hospital, c1900. Whitechapel, East London. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne]

Gloucester GL15 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Gloucester GL15 6

The Free Russian Library and reading room, 15 Whitechapel Road, Stepney, London, c1901 (1901). The Free Russian Library was set up by Aleksei Teplov

The Salvation Army, a Service at the Head Quarters, Whitechapel Road (engraving)
1054715 The Salvation Army, a Service at the Head Quarters, Whitechapel Road (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Salvation Army)

Peoples Mission Hall (engraving)
586919 Peoples Mission Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salvation Army at the Peoples Mission Hall on Whitechapel Rod, London)

Labour Exchange, Whitechapel Road, London, 1890 (b / w photo)
5999341 Labour Exchange, Whitechapel Road, London, 1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Labour Exchange, Whitechapel Road, London, 1890)

Picturesque Aspects of the East-End (engraving)
1614777 Picturesque Aspects of the East-End (engraving) by Oakley, Harold (1869-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque Aspects of the East-End)

London and Paris a Hundred Years ago, Paris in 1790 (engraving)
1596557 London and Paris a Hundred Years ago, Paris in 1790 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London and Paris a Hundred Years ago, Paris in 1790)

The Salvation Army - a service at the headquarters on Whitechapel Road (engraving)
586917 The Salvation Army - a service at the headquarters on Whitechapel Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The New Royal Pavilion Theatre, Whitechapel-Road (engraving)
1619421 The New Royal Pavilion Theatre, Whitechapel-Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Royal Pavilion Theatre, Whitechapel-Road)

College of Physicians in Warwick Lane, the London Hospital in Whitechapel Road
983873 College of Physicians in Warwick Lane, the London Hospital in Whitechapel Road and the Church of St John the Baptist in the Savoy, London (engraving) by English School

London Hospital (b / w photo)
3628469 London Hospital (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Hospital)

The Queens Visit to the East End of London (engraving)
1105956 The Queens Visit to the East End of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to the East End of London)

Highland KW1 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Highland KW1 4

Tower Hamlets E1 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Tower Hamlets E1 1

Kirklees BD19 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Kirklees BD19 6

Elevation of the north front and plans of London Hospital, Whitechapel, London, 1752. The hospital, which was founded in 1740, moved into this building in 1757

Ticket for the London Hospital showing Christ and the disciples, c1825

View of the Great Peter of York bell, 1845. Artist: AR Grieve
View of the Great Peter of York bell, 1845. View of the bell cast by Charles and George Mears at the Bell Foundry, no. 267 Whitechapel Road

View of the London Hospital in Whitechapel Road, 1753. Remains of the civil war fortifications can be seen to the right. Herds of cattle with horse-drawn carts

Boxing at Wonderland, London, c1903 (1903). Wonderland was a prominent East End boxing hall that opened in the 1890s at 100 Whitechapel Road. It staged events until August 1911 when it burnt down

The Progress of Steam - A view in White Chapel Road, 1905. Artist: Henry Thomas Alken
The Progress of Steam - A view in White Chapel Road, 1830. A variety of steam vehicles being driven around White Chapel Road, London, illustrating the artists predictions for the modern steam age

The queen visiting the wards of the London Hospital, late 19th century, (1900). Artist: G Durand
The queen visiting the wards of the London Hospital, late 19th century, (1900). Queen Victoria, wearing a fur-trimmed coat and carrying a muff, visits a patient

Andrew Clark, Senior Physician to the London Hospital, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Andrew Clark, Senior Physician to the London Hospital, 1878. Clark served as physician to the London Hospital from 1866 to 1886

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"Exploring the Historic Whitechapel Road: A Glimpse into London's Rich Past" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Whitechapel Road. This iconic street, located at the heart of London Hospital, has witnessed countless tales that shaped the city's narrative. Transporting us to 1901, a black and white photograph captures The Free Russian Library and reading room on 15 Whitechapel Road. This cultural hub served as a haven for knowledge seekers seeking solace within its walls. Delving further into the dark side of history, we encounter an eerie alley leading off Whitechapel Road to Durward Street. It was here that Jack the Ripper unleashed terror upon his unfortunate victims, forever leaving a chilling mark on this otherwise bustling thoroughfare. Yet amidst these shadows lurks salvation. Engraved images depict The Salvation Army conducting services at their headquarters along Whitechapel Road. Their unwavering dedication to helping those in need shines through these historical snapshots. The People's Mission Hall stands as another testament to community spirit etched onto this storied road. Its grandeur captured in an engraving reminds us of its role as a gathering place for locals seeking solace or inspiration. Intriguingly, a black and white photo from 1890 showcases the Labour Exchange on Whitechapel Road—a symbol of progress and opportunity during times of economic change. As we explore picturesque aspects engraved onto East-End landscapes, our imagination takes flight across time and space. We witness glimpses of Paris in 1790 juxtaposed against London's vibrant streets—both cities sharing parallel histories despite their geographic distance. Finally, our journey concludes with an enchanting engraving showcasing The New Royal Pavilion Theatre standing proudly along Whitechapel-Road—an emblematic venue where entertainment thrived amid this bustling neighborhood. Whitechapel Road serves as more than just a physical pathway; it is a tapestry woven with the threads of London's past.