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Whitgift Collection

Whitgift, a name that resonates with history and significance

Background imageWhitgift Collection: Whitgift Hospital Almshouses, Croydon, Surrey

Whitgift Hospital Almshouses, Croydon, Surrey Date: 1928

Background imageWhitgift Collection: Reproduction of Signatures of the Tudors and their Court from

Reproduction of Signatures of the Tudors and their Court from
STC146720 Reproduction of Signatures of the Tudors and their Court from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (pen and ink on paper) by Essex

Background imageWhitgift Collection: Bishops (engraving)

Bishops (engraving)
727063 Bishops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishops. Illustration for David Humes 1806 edition of The History of England, published by R Bowyer)

Background imageWhitgift Collection: East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 8 Map

East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 8

Background imageWhitgift Collection: John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1602

John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1602. Whitgift (c1530-1604) was Master of Trinity College, Cambridge from 1567-1576. He became Archbishop of Canterbury in 1583

Background imageWhitgift Collection: John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury

John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury. Whitgift (c1530-1604) was Master of Trinity College, Cambridge from 1567-1576. He became Archbishop of Canterbury in 1583

Background imageWhitgift Collection: Hospital of the Holy Trinity, Croydon, 1840. Artist: MJ Starling

Hospital of the Holy Trinity, Croydon, 1840. Artist: MJ Starling
Hospital of the Holy Trinity, Croydon, 1840. View of the hospital which was founded by Archbishop Whitgift in 1595. The buildings, now known as the Almshouses, are still standing

Background imageWhitgift Collection: John Whitgift C. 1530 To 1604. Archbishop Of Canterbury. From The Book Short History Of The

John Whitgift C. 1530 To 1604. Archbishop Of Canterbury. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R
John Whitgift C. 1530 To 1604. Archbishop Of Canterbury. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green Published London 1893

Background imageWhitgift Collection: John Whitgift Circa 1530 To 1604. Archbishop Of Canterbury. Portrait And Signature

John Whitgift Circa 1530 To 1604. Archbishop Of Canterbury. Portrait And Signature. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Background imageWhitgift Collection: NFS (London Region No 5) pump escape and crew, WW2

NFS (London Region No 5) pump escape and crew, WW2
The pump escape from the Regional Headquarters fire station Lambeth in the headquarters drill yard. The escape has been removed and the rear mounted pump is being operated

Background imageWhitgift Collection: John Whitgift

John Whitgift
JOHN WHITGIFT Archbishop of Canterbury and Bishop of Ely


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Whitgift, a name that resonates with history and significance. From the Whitgift Hospital Almshouses in Croydon, Surrey to the reproduction of signatures of the Tudors and their court, this place holds tales from centuries past. Bishops engraved on stone walls tell stories of faith and devotion. In East Riding of Yorkshire DN14 8 Map, whispers of Whitgift's influence can be heard. John Whitgift, Archbishop of Canterbury in 1602, left an indelible mark on this land. His legacy lives on through his portrait and signature displayed proudly for all to see. The Hospital of the Holy Trinity stands as a testament to his compassion and care for others. Intriguingly captured by MJ Starling in 1840, this artwork showcases the grandeur and beauty that surrounded Whitgift's time. A man ahead of his era, John Whitgift was revered not only during his lifetime but also immortalized in books like "Short History Of The English People" by J. R. Green published in London 1893. His presence is felt even today as we gaze upon his portrait from "The National And Domestic History Of England" by William Aubrey published circa 1890. It reminds us that great men leave behind legacies that transcend time. Amidst World War II chaos, NFS (London Region No 5) pump escape crew found solace knowing they were protected under John Whitgift's watchful eye. Whitgift - a name steeped in history; it represents resilience, faithfulness, and benevolence personified by Archbishop John Whitgift himself.