15 June Collection

Madame Pattis Only Appearance this Season, the Concert at the Albert Hall on 15 June (engraving)
1593819 Madame Pattis Only Appearance this Season, the Concert at the Albert Hall on 15 June (engraving) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hostilities with Arabs on the Coast of British East Africa (litho)
1100149 Hostilities with Arabs on the Coast of British East Africa (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Baptism of Princess Yolanda of Italy on 15 June at the Quirinal (litho)
1593800 The Baptism of Princess Yolanda of Italy on 15 June at the Quirinal (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince of Wales at the Apposition of St Pauls School, on Wednesday, 15 June (engraving)
1103361 The Prince of Wales at the Apposition of St Pauls School, on Wednesday, 15 June (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Miss Mary Carpenter (engraving)
1059700 Miss Mary Carpenter (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Mary Carpenter)

The International Assault-at-Arms at Steinway Hall on 15 June (engraving)
1593826 The International Assault-at-Arms at Steinway Hall on 15 June (engraving) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lady Stirling Maxwell, Honourable Mrs Norton (engraving)
1059701 Lady Stirling Maxwell, Honourable Mrs Norton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Stirling Maxwell, Honourable Mrs Norton)

The signing of the Magna Carta Libertatum commonly called Magna Carta or Magna Charta by King John of England at Runnymede, near Windsor, on 15 June 1215

The War In America; Reading the war news in Broadway, New York, 15 June, 1861

The Civil War In America; Colonel Ellsworths Volunteer Regiment, 15 June, 1861

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On this eventful day, 15 June, history witnessed a myriad of remarkable moments. Madame Pattis graced the stage for her only appearance this season, captivating audiences with her mesmerizing talent at the Albert Hall. Meanwhile, on the coast of British East Africa, hostilities with Arabs intensified as depicted in a powerful lithograph. In Italy's Quirinal Palace, an enchanting ceremony unfolded - Princess Yolanda received her baptism on this very date. The joyous occasion radiated through another exquisite lithograph capturing the essence of royalty and tradition. Across the English Channel, St Paul's School welcomed none other than the Prince of Wales himself on Wednesday, 15 June. An engraving immortalizes his presence at this auspicious gathering where knowledge and admiration intertwined. Amidst these cultural events, Miss Mary Carpenter emerged as a prominent figure in society. Her dedication to education and social reform is beautifully portrayed in an engraved portrait that captures her unwavering determination. Steinway Hall became witness to an international spectacle known as the Assault-at-Arms on 15 June. Engraved imagery transports us back to that grand evening filled with exhilarating displays of skill and camaraderie among nations. Delving deeper into history's annals brings us face-to-face with Lady Stirling Maxwell and Honourable Mrs Norton - two extraordinary women whose lives are forever etched in engravings that celebrate their contributions to society. However significant these events may be, they pale in comparison to one historic moment: King John signing Magna Carta Libertatum at Runnymede near Windsor on 15 June 1215. This monumental act laid foundations for modern democracy and freedom we cherish today; its significance resonates through time via an engraving from the International Library of Famous Literature published around 1900. Across distant shores lies America during times of strife - reading war news along Broadway in New York City on 15 June 1861.