Begg Collection

Montessori school
A detailed illustration by S. Begg of a Montessori school in Courtfield Gardens, London, showing children at various activiities

Advert, John Beggs Scotch Whisky, Royal Lochnagar Distiller
Advert for John Beggs Scotch Whisky, Royal Lochnagar Distillery, Scotland. 1905

British terriorials charging at Loos
Illustration by S. Begg showing British troops wearing anti-gas masks charging German trenches of the fortified second line at the Battle of Loos with bombs and bayonets

First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First Worlds War, 1 July 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
First Blood in the Battle of the Somme, First Worlds War, 1 July 1916, (c1920)....the storming of Montauban [in northern France] over the sunken road in front of the village. Drawn by S. Begg

Queen Victoria... visiting Soldiers wounded in the Indian Frontier campaigns... 1898, (1901)
Queen Victoria at Netley Hospital visiting Soldiers wounded in the Indian Frontier campaigns, December 3, 1898, (1901). Victoria (1819-1901) with injured men of the British Army

Prince of Wales, 1902. Portrait of the future King George V (1865-1936) on the occasion of the coronation of his father, King Edward VII

Lister / Begg / Iln
JOSEPH LISTER English surgeon, medical scientist and founder of antiseptic surgery

Captain William Redmond leading Irish troops at the Front, First World War, 1916, (c1920). While the Sinn Feiners were rebelling in Ireland: Captain William Redmond, M.P. [1886-1932], brother of Mr

The Princes First Derby, 1896: His Royal Highness leading Persimmon, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Princes First Derby, 1896: His Royal Highness leading Persimmon into the weighing enclosure at Epsom after the race, (1901). The Prince of Wales leads his horse as spectators cheer

Queen Alexandra, 1901. Creator: Unknown
Queen Alexandra, 1901. Portrait of Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925) with two of her pet dogs. Her husband Edward Albert (1841-1910)

Queen Alexandra in full coronation robes, 1902. Alexandra (1844-1925) was consort to King Edward VII. Illustration from The Illustrated London News Record of The Coronation Service and Ceremony

Advert, They've all had Begg's, John Begg Scotch Whisky

Types of British Colonial Forces (see 13539085 for key). Date: circa 1900

Mixed gender evening class at an arts school 1909
A mixed gender evening class at the Birmingham School for Jewellers and Silversmiths, a Branch of the Municipal School of Art

Isabella, sister of Burns, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Isabella, sister of Burns, 1844. Portrait of Isabella Burns, younger sister of Scottish poet Robert Burns. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Cunningham, Begg, John Hamilton, Guthrie, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill
Cunningham, Begg, John Hamilton, Guthrie, 1843-47

General Ian Hamilton Thanking the Gordons for their Attack at the Battle of Doornkop, 1901. The Gordon Highlanders suffered severe losses, in May 1900 in action at Doornkop

The Surrender of Kroonstadt: Troops Marching Past Lord Roberts and Staff, 1901. Creator
The Surrender of Kroonstadt: Troops Marching Past Lord Roberts and Staff, 1901. Kroonstad - temporary capital of the Orange Free State - was surrendered to the British on the 11th May, 1900

The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900. Creator: Samuel Begg
The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. IV", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58: after the Relief of Lucknow... 1857, (1901). Creator: Samuel Begg
The Indian Mutiny, 1857-58: Outram and Havelock meeting Roberts after the Relief of Lucknow, November 17, 1857, (1901). Episode during the British colonial period

Lord Roberts and Staff Starting for a Reconnaissance from Headquarters at Smaldeel, (1901). British soldier Frederick Sleigh Roberts (1832-1914) fought the Boers in South Africa

King Edward VII at the opening of his first Parliament, London, 14 February, 1901. King Edward VII (1841-1910) and Queen Alexandra (1844-1925)

Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom, 1901. Artist: Samuel Begg
Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom, 1901. Before his accession to the throne in 1901, Edward (1841-1910) held the title of Prince of Wales

On The River Conan, Ross-Shire, 1924-1926. Artist: HC Begg
On The River Conan, Ross-Shire, 1924-1926. Illustration from Hutchinsons Britain Beautiful, edited by Walter Hutchinson, volume IV, (Hutchinson and Co, 1924-1926)

Edward VII in full coronation robes, 1902. Portrait of the king (1841-1910) on the occasion of his coronation. Illustration from The Illustrated London News Record of The Coronation Service

Princess of Wales, 1902. Portrait of Mary of Teck (1867-1953) on the occasion of the coronation of her father-in-law, King Edward VII

Edward VII taking the oath, 1902. Illustration from The Illustrated London News Record of The Coronation Service and Ceremony, King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, (London, 1902)

Signing the treaty of London, May 1913, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

The finish of the marathon, Olympic Games, London, 1908, (c1920). Dorando Pietri of Italy, the first runner to enter the stadium, collapsed several times and ran the wrong way

On the Teith near Callander, Perthshire, 1924-1926. Artist: RJ Begg
On the Teith near Callander, Perthshire, 1924-1926. A print from Hutchinsons Britain Beautiful, edited by Walter Hutchinson, volume III, 1924-1926

The Prince and Princess of Wales in King Theebaws palace, Mandalay, Burma, 1906. Artist: Samuel Begg
The Prince and Princess of Wales in King Theebaws palace, Mandalay, Burma, 1906. The future King George V and Queen Mary visit King Theebaws palace

The lifeboats of RMS Lusitania, 7 May 1915, (1926). Artist: Samuel Begg
The lifeboats of RMS Lusitania, 7 May 1915, (1926). On 7 May 1915, a German submarine torpedoed and sank the Lusitania off the south-west coast of Ireland near Kinsale

Royal Horse Artillery in Great War Deeds, WW1
Sergeant-Major Dorrell and Sergeant Nelson of the Royal Horse Artillery, remaining alone to work the last gun of L Battery during the retreat from Mons

Royal Field Artillery in Great War Deeds, WW1
Captain Douglas Reynolds, Driver J H C Drain and Driver F Luke of the Royal Field Artillery, saving the gun from hostile fire at Le Cateau, for which they won the Victoria Cross

Canadian Light Infantry in Great War Deeds, WW1
A gallant trio of Canadian sharpshooters (Princess Patricias Canadian Light Infantry), nicknamed The Three Musketeers, holding a mound all day on the Western Front under all kinds of fire

Naik Darwan Sing Negi in Great War Deeds, WW1
Naik Darwan Sing Negi of the Garhwal Rifles, Indian Army, leading round the traverses at Festubert on the Western Front, winning the Victoria Cross for his bravery

Winston Churchill as an orator
Sketches made in the House of Commons by Samuel Begg showing Winston Churchills parliamentary mannerisms. By 1907 Churchill was under-secretary of State for the colonies

Fortune of War cafe, WW1
Page of illustrations by Samuel Begg in The Illustrated London News, depicting scenes at a Fortune of War caf頩 n London. The idea for the cafes was thought up by Lieut. J E

Illustrated London News Christmas Number 1914 WW1
The Illustrated London News Christmas Number 1914 with an illustration by Samuel Begg showing a British soldier holding a huge, steaming Christmas pudding decorated with Allied flags and holly

Drawing Lots for Christmas Leave, WW1
Illustration by Samuel Begg in the Illustrated London News Christmas Number for 1916 showing British soldiers on the Western Front drawing lots out of a steel helmet to decide who gets Christmas

The Letter for the Front by Samuel Begg, WW1
" With Love, from Little Girl." A small girl is guided by her mother in writing a letter to her father who is away fighting at the Front

Illustrated London News, Special Number, Great War Deeds
The Illustrated London News, Special Number, Great War Deeds including a 4 page panorama supplement. Contains 29 Deeds by various artists, including Padday, Bryan (de Grineau), Caton-Woodville

Winston Churchill, 1900s, UK

The passing of the veto bill without a creation of new peers
A most fateful night in the House of Lords. The Peers Dividing on the Question of Insisting or not Insisting on Amendments to the Parliament Bill. Illustration by Samuel Begg

Intercession Day at St. Pauls Cathedral
Illustration by S. Begg (who was present) of a service at St. Pauls Cathedral, on the first anniversary of the declaration of World War I, August 4th, 1915

The Christmas Hamper from home
Illustration by S. Begg showing British soldiers during World War I receiving a hamper full of Christmas produce sent from home, including tinned food, a turkey, fruit cake and mince pies

A Derby night
Illustration by S. Begg showing a long queue of men lining up to enlist. Lord Derby, Director General of Recruiting in 1916 introduced the Derby scheme which encouraged men from the same offices or

Running the blockade
Illustration by S. Begg showing a wagon of supplies being conveyed over Tower Bridge under police escort during the London Dock Strike of 1911

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"Begg: A Journey Through History and Whisky" Step into the world of Begg, where history intertwines with the smoothness of Scotch whisky. From its humble beginnings as a Montessori school to its association with British territorials charging at Loos, this brand has a story that captivates. Intriguingly, an advert for John Beggs Scotch Whisky from Royal Lochnagar Distiller takes us back to the First Blood in the Battle of the Somme. The year was 1916 when brave soldiers fought valiantly on July 1st. Though created by an unknown artist around 1920, it serves as a poignant reminder of those who sacrificed their lives. Begg's connection to royalty is undeniable; even Prince of Wales himself had indulged in its exquisite taste back in 1902. Lister/Begg/Iln are names synonymous with quality and tradition - a testament to their commitment to crafting exceptional whiskies. "They've all had Begg's, " proclaims another advert proudly showcasing this distinguished brand. It speaks volumes about how Begg's whisky has become part of cherished moments throughout history. As we delve deeper into British colonial forces, we discover various types like Royal Horse Artillery and Royal Field Artillery who played significant roles during World War I. Their bravery echoes through time, just like Captain William Redmond leading Irish troops at the Front in 1916. Begg stands not only as a symbol of heritage but also as a bridge between past and present. With each sip, one can savor not only the rich flavors but also pay homage to those who have shaped our world. So raise your glass high and toast to Begg - an embodiment of resilience, courage, and timeless craftsmanship that continues to leave an indelible mark on both history books and palates alike.