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C1815 Collection

"C1815: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to the year 1815, where we find ourselves in New Lanark Mills, Scotland

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C1815 Collection: New Lanark Mills, Scotland. Robert Owens (1771-1858) model community of cotton mills
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C1815 Collection: STREET ACROBATS / C. 1815
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C1815 Collection: Spirit of the Regiment
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C1815 Collection: Vesuvius during one of its early 19th century eruptions. People are standing inside
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C1815 Collection: Vesuvius during one of its early 19th century eruptions viewed from the Bay of Naples, Italy
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C1815 Collection: Death of Sir Philip Sydney. Philip Sidney (1554-1586) English soldier, statesman poet
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C1815 Collection: Dr Syntax showing young lady the stars with small refracting telescope typical of this date
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C1815 Collection: View of the Indians of Terra Del Fuego with a representation of a Hut, and their
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C1815 Collection: A Family in Dusk Bay, New Zealand. The Maori people are native to New Zealand
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C1815 Collection: The Reception of Captain Cook in Hapaee. Ceremonial reception of James Cook
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C1815 Collection: A Man of Kamtschatka Travelling in Winter. This man from the people ot the Kamtschatka
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C1815 Collection: James Cook (1728-79) English explorer and navigator and hydrographer landing on the
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C1815 Collection: Costume / G R Ward C. 1815
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C1815 Collection: Dinner with a Dog C1815
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C1815 Collection: English Fashions C. 1815
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C1815 Collection: Cross Paris Street 1815
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C1815 Collection: Dromedary Camel C1815

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"C1815: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to the year 1815, where we find ourselves in New Lanark Mills, Scotland. This bustling community is home to Robert Owens, a visionary leader who has created a model community centered around cotton mills. The streets are alive with vibrant energy as street acrobats captivate passersby with their awe-inspiring performances. Meanwhile, across the seas in Italy, Vesuvius rumbles and roars during one of its early 19th century eruptions. Brave souls stand inside this natural spectacle, witnessing firsthand the raw power of nature. From the Bay of Naples, onlookers gaze at Vesuvius from afar, marveling at its fiery display against the night sky. In another corner of history, we witness an event that forever etched itself into English folklore - the death of Sir Philip Sydney. This valiant soldier and poet met his untimely end but left behind a legacy that would inspire generations to come. Amidst these historical events unfolds Dr Syntax's enlightening encounter with a young lady under a starry night sky. Using a small refracting telescope typical for this era, he reveals to her the wonders of our universe. Venturing further across continents brings us to Terra Del Fuego where we catch a glimpse of indigenous Indian life within their humble huts. These Maori people call New Zealand their home and have rich traditions deeply rooted in their culture. On Hapaee Island awaits Captain Cook's ceremonial reception by locals who honor his arrival with great pomp and celebration. James Cook himself was an intrepid explorer whose voyages paved new paths for navigation and hydrography. Finally, journeying all the way to Kamtschatka unveils an image frozen in time - a man braving harsh winter conditions while traveling through this rugged land inhabited by resilient people known as Kamtschatkans.