1779 Collection (page 15)

Jonas Bjornstahl
JONAS JAKOB BJORNSTAHL Swedish professor of Oriental Studies at Lund, traveler in Italy, author

STRAND (1779)
Looking eastward along the Strand, with St Mary-le-Strand on the left, and Somerset House, housing the Royal Academy, on the right Date: 1779

Military School, Brienne
The military school at Brienne which Napoleon entered in 1779, at the age of ten, remaining there for five years

MARTHA RAY Mistress of the 4th Earl of Sandwich

Cromptons Mule Jenny
CROMPTONs MULE JENNY Samuel Cromptons spinning mule of 1779 had a moving carriage carrying the spindles

Mesmer / Magnetic Clinic
Mesmers magnetic clinic at the Hotel Bullion, Paris

Napoleon 1779 Nouveau
NAPOLEON, in 1779 as a nouveau at the military school at Brienne

Melbourne (Lawrence)
WILLIAM LAMB, second viscount MELBOURNE Prime minister and political adviser to queen Victoria

Events / War / Anglo-French
French admiral Lamothe-Piquet, to protect a convoy at Martinique, engages six English ships so bravely that the English congratulate him

Iron bridge at Coalbrookdale, Shropshire
The iron bridge over the River Severn at Coalbrookdale in Shropshire. This was the first iron bridge of its kind in the world, and gave the location the name Ironbridge Gorge

General Wayne storming the fort at Stony Point
General Anthony Wayne storming the British-held fort at Stony Point, New York state

Eton College 1779
Eton College

Scotland / Loch Ness / Cooke
Loch Ness at Castle Urquhart

SCARBOROUGH / COOKEs 1779
SCARBOROUGH/COOKEs 1779

England / Bristol
England/Bristol

England / Gloucester
England/Gloucester

Windsor Castle / Cooke s
The castle, with the town in the distance

England / Dunstable
The Priory

Thames / Greenwich / Cooke s
The Thames at Greenwich seen from Deptford

Wales / Tintern Abbey
formerly in Monmouthshire, now in Gwent

Captain Cook / Hall NY
JAMES COOK Explorer

Captain Cook / Holl / Dance
JAMES COOK Explorer

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In the year 1779, history unfolded with remarkable events and tales that shaped the world we know today. The Bonhomme Richard clashed against the Serapis in a fierce naval battle, showcasing bravery and determination on the high seas. Meanwhile, Saint Anthony of Padua preached to an unlikely audience - fishes. This miraculous moment reminded us of the power of faith and compassion. Tragedy struck when Captain Cook met his untimely demise at the hands of Hawaiian natives. His exploration had brought knowledge and discovery to new frontiers but ended in sorrowful circumstances. In Cliveden, Bucks, Cooke's estate stood as a testament to opulence and grandeur amidst changing times. Chiswick House also captivated hearts with its stunning architecture and gardens under Cooke's care. Further north in Rochester, Medway Bridge connected communities while Drumlanrig Castle stood tall as a symbol of Scottish heritage. Within Bodmin Gaol's prison chapel in Cornwall, an interior scene depicted hope even within confinement. PASQUALLY echoed through England's streets as Londoners gathered in Putney & seeking enlightenment during this transformative era. Porchester in Hampshire offered solace by its tranquil shores while Oxford's High Street bustled with intellectual discourse and progress. In 1779, these moments intertwined to create a tapestry of human triumphs, tragedies, artistry, spirituality, exploration, and societal change that continue to resonate throughout history.