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Invitation K970521
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Invitation to Westminster Abbey on April 26th 1882. Charles Darwin died on 19th April 1882. He was buried next to the renowned scientist Sir John Herschel and a few feet away from Sir Isaac Newton
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Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the historic image "Invitation K970521" from Historic England Photo Library. This beautifully designed mug showcases an invitation to Westminster Abbey on April 26th, 1882, an important moment in history as Charles Darwin attended the service just days before his own passing on April 19th. Share a piece of scientific history with every sip from this high-quality mug. Perfect for tea or coffee, this mug is a great addition to any home or office collection. Embrace the richness of history with every use.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, Historic England K970521, captures the poignant moment of an invitation to Westminster Abbey for the funeral of Charles Darwin on April 26, 1882. The renowned naturalist and scientist, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of science, had passed away on April 19, 1882, at the age of 73. The invitation bears the date of the funeral and the location of the hallowed Westminster Abbey, where Darwin was to be laid to rest. The significance of the event is underscored by the fact that Darwin was buried next to two of the greatest scientific minds of all time: Sir John Herschel and Sir Isaac Newton. Herschel, a prominent mathematician and astronomer, was a close friend and mentor to Darwin. Newton, the father of modern physics and mathematics, had laid the groundwork for many of the scientific principles that Darwin built upon in his groundbreaking work on evolution. The image of the invitation offers a glimpse into the solemn and reverent occasion, as well as the profound impact that Darwin's work had on the scientific community and beyond. The invitation serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of Charles Darwin and his contributions to the fields of science and our understanding of the natural world.
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