Charter Collection

The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF105421 The Six Points of the Peoples Charter (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Magna Carta
The Magna Carta, English Charter, third issue from 1225 Date: 1225

A Chartist party, 1843
Chartists attempte to force their giant charter through parliament. 1843

Magna Carta
King John, pressured by the barons and threatened with insurrection, reluctantly signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

ENGLAND: TRADE CHARTER. Act of Parliament, 13 October 1698, establishing the English Company Trading to the East Indies, a rival trade organization to the East India Company; the new company was soon

Chartism Cartoon
NOT SO VERY UNREASONABLE... The Working Man presents his charter to Lord John Russell

Magna Carta / Rogers
King John, pressured by the barons and threatened with insurrection, reluctantly signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

Hiding the Connecticut charter in an oak tree, 1687
Connecticut colonist hiding the colonys charter in a hollow oak to keep it from Governor Andros, 1687. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Henry VIII presenting a charter to the Company of Barber Surgeons. Color lithograph reproduction of a painting by Holbein

King Charles II granting a charter to Connecticut colonists
Colonists discussing the Connecticut charter wih King Charles II. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

King John signing Magna Carta, Runnymede, Surrey, 1215 (chromolitho)
6032036 King John signing Magna Carta, Runnymede, Surrey, 1215 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John signing Magna Carta, Runnymede, Surrey, 1215)

IMechE Coat of Arms, from the Royal Charter, 1930 Date: 1930

John Signs Magna Carta
King John, pressured by the barons, signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

ROYAL CHARTER, 1670. King Charles II of England granting a charter to the governor and company of adventurers of England trading into Hudsons Bay, 2 May 1670

Magna Carta / Wynne
King John, pressured by the barons and threatened with insurrection, reluctantly signs the great charter on the Thames island of Runnymede

16Thc Dentist
A barber surgeon treats a patient in the open air

Chartists in church, 1839. To demonstrate their power and numbers, they would process to church well before time for
527840 Chartists in church, 1839. To demonstrate their power and numbers, they would process to church well before time for the service, and peacefully fill the pews

Chartist riots in Birmingham, 15 July 1839. Illustration from Camden Pelham The Chronicles of Crime , London, 1886
527848 Chartist riots in Birmingham, 15 July 1839. Illustration from Camden Pelham The Chronicles of Crime , London, 1886. Etching

Hartford, Connecticut, USA downtown skyline on the river

Photograph of Charter Inn, Epsom, Surrey. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Face on view of the pub. The back of the print (available on request) details: Trading Record 1939

Avro 685 York
Air Charter Limited Acl, UK Avro 685 York Date: 1950s

Day trip by train JLP01_08_008843a
LONDON WATERLOO STATION, YORK ROAD, WATERLOO, LAMBETH, GREATER LONDON. A steam train chartered by Laing leaving Waterloo station, transporting Laings London office on a staff outing to Bournemouth

Charter (Fragment)
Fragment of a charter, parchment, apparently recording the sale of a house by (-) Wingartman and his wife in the neighbourhood of Trier in the year (13-)

Charter (Fragments)
Charter recording a mortgage for a house, cut into two pieces for use as book binding material. On parchment. Text in dark brown-black ink in a gothic cursive hand

Cessna 185 Skywagon ZK-CAN (msn 18500134)m of Rex Air Charter. Date: circa 1970

Air Charter Bristol 28 Tourer replica VH-UDC (msn 6119, ex G-AUDK'). Non-flying replica, (built by Air Charter. Ltd. at Archerfield, Brisbane)

Robinson Tom Charter 88 Subject Citizen Politics
robinson, tom, charter, 88, subject, citizen, politics, political, placard, slogan, 1950, english, singer, songwriter, bass, guitarist, radio, presenter, entertainer, performer, campaigning

Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2 G-EDCL (msn 525A0083), of Edinburgh Air Charter. Date: circa 2010

The Charter - a Common Scene : The Anti-Chartist idea of the House of Commons in 1943 if suffrage was enlarged
527844 The Charter - a Common Scene : The Anti-Chartist idea of the House of Commons in 1943 if suffrage was enlarged. Cap of Liberty is attached to Speakers chair. 1843 cartoon by George Cruikshank

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Caribbean, U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix, Buck Island, Llewelyn's charter trimaran pulled up on the beach Date: 08/12/2006

Installation of the Prince of Wales as Grand Prior of the Hospital of the Order of St. John of Jer Creator: Unknown
Installation of the Prince of Wales as Grand Prior of the Hospital of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem in England, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38

John Cabot and his sons receiving the Charter from King Henry VII to sail in search of New Lands, 1496 (colour litho)
3099586 John Cabot and his sons receiving the Charter from King Henry VII to sail in search of New Lands, 1496 (colour litho) by Eden

The Incorporation of the Town of Chelmsford (engraving)
1041587 The Incorporation of the Town of Chelmsford (engraving) by Lanos, Henri (1859-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Incorporation of the Town of Chelmsford)

King John signing the Magna Carta reluctantly (colour litho)
STC308521 King John signing the Magna Carta reluctantly (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C. (d.1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John (1167-1216) signing the Magna Carta

King John Signing Magna Charta (colour litho)
3105389 King John Signing Magna Charta (colour litho) by Davie, Howard (fl.1914-44); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John Signing Magna Charta)

Martin Folkes, 1718 (oil on canvas)
1765243 Martin Folkes, 1718 (oil on canvas) by Richardson, Jonathan (1665-1745); 760x630 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London

William Penn Receiving the Charter of Pennsylvania from Charles II, 1913 (oil on canvas)
659791 William Penn Receiving the Charter of Pennsylvania from Charles II, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); 122x183 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Governor Burnett Delivering the Charter of Statehood to San Jose, California, c. 1925 (oil on canvas)
1194884 Governor Burnett Delivering the Charter of Statehood to San Jose, California, c.1925 (oil on canvas) by Clark, Alson Skinner (1876-1949)

Charter to London, granted by William the Conqueror (colour litho)
3652439 Charter to London, granted by William the Conqueror (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charter to London, granted by William the Conqueror)

King John agreeing to the Magna Carta, Runnymede, 1215 (engraving)
3647305 King John agreeing to the Magna Carta, Runnymede, 1215 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John agreeing to the Magna Carta, Runnymede, 1215)

King John signing Magna Carta, 1215 (chromolitho)
5996051 King John signing Magna Carta, 1215 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King John signing Magna Carta, 1215)

Charter-Day at Tunbridge Wells (engraving)
1055460 Charter-Day at Tunbridge Wells (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charter-Day at Tunbridge Wells)

Charter and Sightseeing boats at Miami City Yacht Basin, Miami, Florida, USA - Advertising sign for Pier 5 Worlds Finest Fishing Fleet. Date: 1949

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"Unveiling the Power of Charters: A Journey through History" Step into the realm of charters and witness their profound impact on society. From ancient times to modern struggles, these written documents have shaped nations, rights, and aspirations. The Six Points of the Peoples Charter litho reminds us of a pivotal moment in British history when demands for political reform echoed across the land. This symbolizes the birth of Chartism, a movement that fought for universal suffrage and social justice. But let's not forget where it all began - with the Magna Carta. This groundbreaking charter from 1215 laid down principles that still resonate today: fairness, due process, and limits on absolute power. King John Signs Magna Carta depicts this historic event that forever changed England's governance. Fast forward to 1698 when England established its Trade Charter through an Act of Parliament. This milestone ensured fair trade practices and economic growth for generations to come. Intriguingly captured in a Chartism Cartoon is a snapshot into the tumultuous era when workers' rights took center stage amidst industrialization's dark shadows. The struggle was real as depicted by A Chartist party in 1843 fighting for representation and better working conditions. Across continents lies another tale - Connecticut colonists receiving their charter from King Charles II in pursuit of religious freedom. Hiding the Connecticut charter in an oak tree showcases their determination to protect cherished liberties against oppressive forces. Zooming closer to our time, we encounter IMechE Coat of Arms derived from a Royal Charter granted by Queen Victoria herself – testament to engineering excellence recognized at its highest level. As we reflect upon these captivating images depicting moments etched in history books, one thing becomes clear: they are more than ink on parchment; they embody dreams realized or deferred – testaments to human resilience and yearning for justice throughout ages past and present.