California Collection (page 3)

Map of California 1878
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition Vol II New York, Samuel Hall 1878

Yosemite Valley Viewpoint
The natural beauty of Yosemite is so incredible that it inspired an entire 19th-century conservation movement, which resulted in the valleyas protection as a national park in 1890

La Jolla, San Diego, California, United States of America, North America

Hummingbird in Autumn Bougainvillea
Lovely autumn bougainvillea being visited by a hummingbird

Lush vegetation in front of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California

The Humbolt Redwood forest state reserve California

June lake, Sierra Nevada mountains, California

Lake Havasu City
The London Bridge resort at Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The bridge originally spanned the River Thames in London, England

Volcanic eruption of Lassen Peak, California
On 22nd May 1915, Lassen Peak in California, the southernmost active volcano in the Cascade Range, erupted explosively - dramatically depicted in this postcard, taken from the town of Red Bluff

Douglas DC-7C PH-DSD Zwarte Zee of KLM
Douglas DC-7C, PH-DSD, Zwarte Zee, of KLM. This aircraft achieved the longest passenger flight up to that time flying non-stop from Long Beach, California, to Le Bourget, Paris, a distance of 6

Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf Dean Martin & Jerry Lewis Golf
California: c. 1953 Dean Martin appears to get the best of Jerry Lewis with his hand grabbing the top of the golf club

Seven Champion Diving In LA
Los Angeles, California: June, 1937. Champion divers preparing to participate in the National Aquatic Show to be held at the Olympic Swimming Stadium in LA

Graceful Line Of Beach Dancers
Long Beach, California: March 16, 1934. Dancers trained by Lillian Newman staging an outdoor tableux on the beach

Point Reyes Lighthouse, Point Reyes National Seashore, Marin County, California, United States of America, North America

HENRY CLAY, 1850. Henry Clay offering his California Compromise to the Senate on 5 February 1850. Contemporary engraving after the painting by Peter Frederick Rothermel

Popular Aviation Magazine

Redondo Beach and pier, southern California, U.S.A. Date: late 1960s

Laguna Beach, Orange County, California, United States of America, North America

Bay Island in Balboa, Newport Beach, Orange County, California, United States of America, North America

Crystal Pier on Pacific Beach, San Diego, California, United States of America, North America

Universal Studios, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States of America, North America

The Golden Gate Bridge, linking the city of San Francisco with Marin County, taken from the Marin Headlands at night with the city in the background and traffic light trails across the bridge

Tourist admiring the Giant Sequoia trees (Sequoiadendron giganteum), hiking on the Big Trees trail, Round Meadow, Sequoia National Park, Sierra Nevada, California, United States of America

Seb Coe celebrates winning 1500m gold at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics
Athletics - 1984 Los Angeles Olympics - Mens 1500 metres Final Great Britains Sebastian Coe celebrates winning the gold in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Seb Coe goes on a victory lap after retaining his 1500m Olympic title in Los Angeles in 1984
Athletics - 1984 Los Angeles Olympics - Mens 1500 metres Final Great Britains Sebastian Coe on his lap of honour after winning gold in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Saint Francis of Assisi statue
Statue of Saint Francis of Assisi in the garden of San Diego Mission, California. Digital photograph

U. S. territory gained from Mexico
Map of territory acquired by the U.S. from Mexico. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Tessa Sanderson - 1984 Los Angeles Olympics
Athletics - 1984 Los Angeles Olympics - Womens Javelin Throw Final Great Britains Tessa Sanderson prepares to throw in the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Whitbread won the gold medal

Historic Route 66 sign near Amboy, California, United States of America, North America

The Cawston Ostrich Farm - South Pasadena, California, USA. A large ostrich pulls a wheeled cart, containing an enthusiastic lady passenger! The boss of the farm in bowler hat stands proudly behind

Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, United States of America, North America

Flying Saucers Have Landed, book cover
FLYING SAUCERS HAVE LANDED, a book by Desmond Leslie and George Adamski. In it, Adamski tells of his meeting with a Venusian in the Californian desert on 20 November 1952

Queen Mary and Spruce Goose Dome, Long Beach, California, United States of America, North America

Fremont Art Deco Movie Theater, Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, California, United States of America, North America

Historic Mendocino Village Inn, California, United States of America, North America

Sea nettle jellyfish (chrysaora fuscescens), Monterey Aquarium, California, United States of America, North America

Buddha statue (1790), Japanese Tea Gardens, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, USA

Sea lions basking on floating platforms at Pier 39, near Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco, California, United States of America, North America

Model elephants in La Brea Tar Pits, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States of America, North America

Tourists dwarfed by the General Sherman Sequoia Tree, largest in the world by volume, Sequoia National Park, California, United States of America, North America

Wine, growing countries (colour litho)
3648621 Wine, growing countries (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wine, growing countries)

Group of Flamingos, San Francisco, California, USA

Point Pinos Lighthouse, Pacific Grove, Monterey County, California, United States of America, North America

CALIFORNIA: GOLD MINING. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1871

The Golden Gate Bridge, from the Marin Headlands at night with the city of San Francisco in the background and traffic light trails across the bridge, Marin County, San Francisco, California

Chateau Marmont Hotel, Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, United States of America, North America

Yosemite Valley and the Half Dome Peak at dusk, Yosemite National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, California, United States of America, North America

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"California: A Tapestry of Beauty and Achievement" From the thrilling 1984 Summer Olympics in LA, where Sebastian Coe led a pack of legends including Steve Cram and Steve Ovett in an unforgettable 1500m final, to the intricate web of highways that crisscross this vast state on the California Highway Map, there is no denying the allure of California. Venturing further west, we find ourselves navigating through San Francisco's charming streets with its iconic city map as our guide. The Bay of Avalon off Santa Catalina Island beckons us with its tranquil waters and breathtaking vistas – a slice of paradise nestled within California's embrace. As we journey southwards, our gaze is captured by the majestic Hollywood Hills standing tall against the horizon. And there it stands proudly amidst nature's splendor – The Hollywood sign from a tree, an emblem synonymous with dreams realized and aspirations fulfilled. In La Jolla, San Diego County, another marvel awaits – the Mormon Temple. Its grandeur reflects both faith and architectural brilliance against California's picturesque backdrop. Meanwhile, Memorial Stadium in Berkeley echoes with roars from passionate fans who gather to witness sporting triumphs etched into history. The Crystal Pier on Pacific Beach invites us to soak up sun-kissed moments along San Diego's coastline. Here we find solace in sandy shores while gazing at endless horizons that seem to merge seamlessly with azure waters - a testament to nature’s artistry. Returning once more to that fateful Olympic race in Los Angeles; Seb Coe and Steve Cram emerge onto the home straight during their epic battle for glory. Their determination fuels them forward as they leave spectators breathless - capturing hearts not only within those stadium walls but across generations. And finally. . the Beverly Hills Hotel emerges like a beacon among palm trees - an epitome of luxury embraced by countless stars seeking respite under its glamorous roof. It embodies all that California represents - opulence, allure, and a touch of magic.