Cambridge University Collection (page 8)

The Cambridge Crew, Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, 1898. Artist: Hills and Saunders
The Cambridge Crew, Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, 1898. From the Illustrated London News, 26 March 1898

Magdalen College-Cloister and Bell and Founders Towers, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Kings College and Chapel Cambridge, c1896. Artist: Stearn
Kings College and Chapel Cambridge, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

View of Oxford and Cambridge University Club, in Pall Mall, Westminster, London, c1840. A view from the street, with pedestrians and horse drawn carriages

Clare Hall, Cambridge, 1846. Artist: Sir John Gilbert
Clare Hall, Cambridge, 1846

Inside the Great Court, Trinity College, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. The largest of Cambridge Universitys colleges, Trinity was founded by Henry VIII in 1546

Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, London, 1926-1927. Oxford just ahead by Hammersmith Bridge. The traditional university rowing race on the River Thames starts at Putney and finishes at Mortlake

Kings College Chapel, 1845. Kings College Chapel is the chapel at Kings College in the University of Cambridge, considered one of the finest examples of late Perpendicular Gothic English

The Cam at Cambridge with Trinity College, 1902. From Rivers of Great Britain: Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial. [Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1902]

Library, Trinity College, Cambridge, c1820. Artists: James Sargant Storer, Henry Sargant Storer
Library, Trinity College, Cambridge, c1820

C. U. B. C, 1900. Artist: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward
C.U.B.C, 1900. Published 29th March 1900. William Dudley Ward (1877-1946), The President Of The Cambridge University Boat Club

Rev Henry Mortlock, (1789-1837), (1922). Artist: Henry Edridge
Rev. Henry Mortlock, (1789-1837). Henry Mortlock pictured in front of Cambridge University. From The Connoisseur Volume LXIII [Otto Limited, London, 1922.]

Aerial view of Cambridge, 1939. This aerial view of Cambridge includes: Kings College, Old University Library and Senate House. From the Senior Service Britain from the Air cigarette card series, 1939

Cambridge University cricket XI, c1899. Artist: Stearn
Cambridge University cricket XI, c1899. Gilbert Jessop, the captain of the side, is front centre. A print from The Book of Cricket, a Gallery of Famous Players, edited by CB Fry, George Newnes Ltd

Lords Cricket Ground, the luncheon interval, London, c1899. Artist: RW Thomas
Lords Cricket Ground, the luncheon interval, London, c1899. Scene during the Oxford versus Cambridge University match. A print from The Book of Cricket, a Gallery of Famous Players, edited by CB Fry

A female student at Cambridge University, 1873 (1951). The first colleges to offer places to female students at Cambridge were Girton College (founded in 1869) and Newnham College (1872)

A Radical Leader, Henry Fawcett MP, British politician and economist, 1872. Artist: Melchiorre Delfico
A Radical Leader, Henry Fawcett MP, British politician and economist, 1872. Fawcett (1833-1884) was blinded in a shooting accident in 1858

Interior of St Johns College Chapel, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. St Johns College was founded in 1511 by Lady Margaret Beaufort at the suggestion of John Fisher

Trinity College Bridge, Cambridge, 1924-1926. Artist: HN King
Trinity College Bridge, Cambridge, 1924-1926. The bridge dates from 1764. A print from Hutchinsons Britain Beautiful, edited by Walter Hutchinson, volume I, 1924-1926

St Johns College Chapel, Cambridge, 1924-1926. Artist: FC Varley
St Johns College Chapel, Cambridge, 1924-1926. St Johns College was founded in 1511 by Lady Margaret Beaufort at the suggestion of John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester and Lady Margarets chaplain

Trinity College fountain, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, late 19th century

The Senate House, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, late 19th century

Trinity College, Cambridge, early 20th century. Published by Photochrom Co. Ltd. Kent

Kings College Chapel, Cambridge, 1908

Kings College, Kings College Chapel and Clare College, Cambridge, early 20th century. From the Valentines series of postcards

Fenners, the Cambridge University Cricket Ground, 1912. Artist: Sports and General
Fenner s, the Cambridge University Cricket Ground, 1912. From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

The Great Gate, Trinity College, Cambridge, early 20th century. Artist: Raphael Tuck & Sons
The Great Gate, Trinity College, Cambridge, early 20th century

The University Boat Race, March 1912 (1935). Both the Oxford and Cambridge boats sank during the race, swamped by rough waters in the Thames

Statue of Sir Isaac Newton, English mathematician, astronomer and physicist, 19th century. Artist: John Le Keux
Statue of Sir Isaac Newton, English mathematician, astronomer and physicist, 19th century. Statue in the ante chapel, Trinity College, Cambridge

Kings and Clare Colleges, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, early 20th century. Artist: E Dennis
Kings and Clare Colleges, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, early 20th century

Kings College, Cambridge, and Henry VI, 1801. Kings College was founded by King King Henry VI (1421-1471) of England in 1441

Professor Henry Fawcett, blind English statesman and economist, 1900. Fawcett (1833-1884) was blinded in a shooting accident in 1858

Start of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, London, 1926-1927. The traditional university rowing race starts at Putney and finishes at Mortlake. The course is 4 miles and 374 yards (6, 779 m)

Finish of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, London, 1926-1927. The traditional university rowing race starts at Putney and finishes at Mortlake. The course is 4 miles and 374 yards (6, 779 m)

Queens College, Cambridge, and Margaret of Anjou, Queen Consort of Henry VI, 1801. Margaret of Anjou (1429-1482) married Henry VI of England in 1445

Isaac Barrow, 17th century English classical scholar, theologian, and mathematician, (c1850). Barrow (1630-1677) was the teacher of Isaac Newton

The Prince of Wales and Admiral William Sims, Cambridge, 1921. The future King Edward VIII in academic robes. Illustration from George V and Edward VIII, A Royal Souvenir, by FGH Salusbury

Presentation to the Queen, c1850s, (1900). Artist: William Heysham Overend
Presentation to the Queen, c1850s, (1900). Prince Albert, who was Chancellor of Cambridge University from 1847 until his death in 1861, presenting an address to his wife, Queen Victoria

Kings College, Cambridge, 1900. Kings was founded in 1441 by King Henry VI. Illustration from The life and times of Queen Victoria by Robert Wilson, (1900)

Sir William Vernon Harcourt QC, MP, Professor of International Law at Cambridge University, 1877. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church

Henry Fawcett, MP, Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge University, 1876. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Henry Fawcett, MP, Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge University, 1876. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science

Henry Cavendish (1731-1810), philosopher and chemist, c1851
Henry Cavendish (1731-1810), English natural philosopher and chemist. Cavendish Physical Laboratory, Cambridge, is named after him. Lithograph, c1851

Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882-1944), British astronomer and physicist, c1934
Arthur Stanley Eddington (1882-1944), British astronomer, physicist and mathematician.. Supporter and promoter of Einsteins theories of Relativity, c1934

Theatre of Anatomy, Cambridge, 1815. From The History of the University of Cambridge, published by Ackermann. (London, 1815)

Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Artist: George du Maurier
Honour to Agneta Frances Ramsay! Cambridge, June, 1887. Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours, the papers set

Why Shouldn t Girton Rink, When Cambridge Rows?, 1876. Artist: George Du Maurier
Why Shouldn t Girton Rink, When Cambridge Rows?, 1876 Lady students from Girton College on the towpath waving to crews rowing on the river Cam

Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, (1666) 1874. Newton (1642-1727) using a prism to separate white light into the colours of the spectrum

JJ Thomson, British physicist, at work in the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge. Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) discovered the electron and was a pioneer of nuclear physics

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Discover the historic charm of Cambridge University, nestled in the picturesque city of Cambridge, England. Established in 1209, the University of Cambridge is renowned for its academic excellence and rich heritage. With Trinity College's magnificent Great Court as a centerpiece, this institution stands as a symbol of knowledge and tradition. Take a stroll along the Backs to witness breathtaking views of Kings College against the backdrop of serene landscapes. The River Cam meanders through lush greenery where cows graze peacefully, creating an idyllic scene that captures the essence of rural England. Cambridge is not only known for its stunning architecture but also for its cultural contributions. Angus Stewart from Cambridge University has made significant advancements in his field, while Ben Riley's iconic BBC TV recording 'Jazz Goes to College' put Cambridge on the musical map back in 1966. Venturing beyond the city limits leads you to Lords Bridge and Mullard Radio Astronomy Observatory operated by Cambridge University. Here, groundbreaking research takes place under starry skies, pushing boundaries and expanding our understanding of the universe. Throughout history, notable figures like Charles Thurston Fogg-Elliot have graced these hallowed halls. Sir Leslie Matthew Ward's artwork immortalizes their presence with his captivating portraits capturing their essence. Christs College and Girton College stand as testaments to inclusivity and progressiveness within academia. Their coat-of-arms proudly represents their commitment to education regardless of gender or background. The legacy continues with JJ Thomson—a British nuclear physicist who revolutionized our understanding of atomic structure—leaving an indelible mark on scientific exploration at Girton College. Immerse yourself in centuries-old traditions intertwined with cutting-edge research at one of Europe's most prestigious institutions—Cambridge University.