1704 Collection (page 8)

Austrian cavalry - without their horses Date: 1704

Visible light spectrum experiment. Historical artwork of the experiment that showed how a prism (upper left) can be used to split a beam of white light into its component colours

Mining steam engine, 18th century artwork. This drawing shows the steam engine designed by the English inventor Thomas Savery (circa 1650-1715)

Air pump equipment, 18th century artwork. This is a crank-driven air pump (top), with the other drawings showing how the pump works

Human anatomy, 18th century artwork
Human anatomy. 18th century anatomical artworks showing the musculature and skeleton of the human body. These artworks are from the encyclopedic dictionary Lexicon technicum (1704)

Barometer equipment, 18th century artwork. The main drawing (left) shows the design of a barometer built by the English scientist Francis Hauksbee (1666-1713)

John Harris, English writer
John Harris (circa 1666-1719), English writer. Harris is best known for his encyclopedic dictionary Lexicon Technicum, one of the first encyclopedic works in the English language

Royal Military Tournament at the Agricultural Hall, Islingto
Illustration showing a series of scenes from the Royal Military Tournament, held at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, in 1897

Thomas Guy
Born in 1644, Guy completed his education and went on to represent Tamworth in Parliament. He moved to London and spent eight years as a booksellers apprentice

Thomas Guys tomb
The tomb of Thomas Guy in the chapel at Guys hospital. Born in 1644, he completed his education and went on to represent Tamworth in Parliament

Benjamin Martin
BENJAMIN MARTIN Mathematician and optician

Hiob Ludolf - 1
HIOB LUDOLF German oriental scholar, born in Erfurt, died in Frankfurt

Gibraltar 1704
The Rock of Gibraltar at the time of its capture (and retention) by the British during the Spanish Succession War : British ships (red flags) are seen in action

Felipe V at Madrid
Felipe V, formerly duc d Anjou, rides into Madrid with his queen, but the Spanish are less than delighted, war breaks out and he will abdicate in 1724

JAMES WEST politician and antiquary

Marlborough at Blenheim
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM - Marlborough gives orders which enable him to win the decisive battle of the war, defeating a superior force of French under marshal Tallard

Maurice Q De LA Tour
Maurice Quentin De LA Tour French Artist

Blenheim (Dupray)
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM Marlborough defeats the French and Bavarians

Bossuet (Anon)
JACQUES BENIGNE BOSSUET French divine, noted preacher

Gibraltar Taken 1704
The Rock of Gibraltar at the time of its capture (and retention) by the British during the Spanish Succession War : British ships (red flags) are seen in action

Marshalls Microscope
John Marshalls new invented Double Microscope for viewing the Circulation of the Blood

Map /s America / Brazil 18C
Map of Brazil, with coastal towns well documented

Swift / a Tale of a Tub
The tub is used as a pulpit, from which the preacher addresses his congregation while hangings take place in the background

Tale of a Tub / Swift
Scene from Tale of a Tub ; an allegory that concerns the adventures of three brothers: Peter, Martin & Jack

Gibraltar Given to Brits
The Marques de Salines resigns Gibraltar to the British

Mary Duchess Buckingham
MARY FAIRFAX, duchess of BUCKINGHAM, wife of George Villiers, second duke

Roger L estrange
SIR ROGER L ESTRANGE royalist imprisoned as a spy but reprieved : journalist. setting up newspapers : writer and translator. with his autograph

Wimpole Hall 1704
WIMPLE in the County of CAMBRIDGESHIRE. A bird s-eye view of the hall built in 1643 showing formal gardens, tree- lined walks, a deer park and extensive parkland

Jacques Benigne Bossuet
JACQUES BENIGNE BOSSUET French prelate & preacher

Alexander Selkirk
ALEXANDER SELKIRK castaway on the uninhabited island of Juan Fernandez 1704- 1709; while hunting a wild goat he has a near-fatal accident

Spanish attack on Gibraltar 1704
The British beat off a Spanish attack on Gibraltar in 1704

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In the year 1704, history was shaped by significant events and influential figures. One of the most notable occurrences was the Battle of Blenheim, a pivotal clash in the War of Spanish Succession. This battle marked a turning point as it saw an alliance led by John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough, defeat French forces under Marshal Tallard. Meanwhile, in the world of sports, boxing enthusiast Jack Broughton emerged as a prominent figure. He would later become known for his development of new rules and regulations that revolutionized the sport. Another noteworthy individual from this era was Sir Edward Lake. As an English judge and politician, he played a crucial role in shaping legal systems during this time. The artistic realm also witnessed remarkable achievements in 1704. The renowned philosopher John Locke sat for his portrait painted by Sir Godfrey Kneller – capturing both his intellectual prowess and timeless legacy. Delving into earlier years, Francois Leclerc du Tremblay's influence continued to resonate even after his death in 1638. His ideas and teachings remained relevant throughout 1704. Astrologer John Gadbury made predictions that captivated many during this period. His insights into celestial movements fascinated people seeking guidance or glimpses into their future. Samuel Pegge the Elder left an indelible mark on literature through his scholarly works during this year – contributing to knowledge preservation and dissemination. Furthermore, we cannot overlook Locke's impact beyond philosophical realms; he had connections with Brounower family members who influenced him greatly throughout his life journey. Lastly, let us not forget that it is significant as it marks John Locke's birthplace – providing insight into where one of history's greatest thinkers began their extraordinary life journey.