Chatham Collection (page 7)

Chatham Town Hall, Kent. 22nd June 1939

General view of the works for the London, Chatham and Dover railway bridge at Blackfriars. Date: 1863

The works for the London, Chatham and Dover Railway Bridge at Blackfriars, London. Sinking a cylinder for one of the stone piers. Date: 1863

MA Barnstable Chatham Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

MA Barnstable Harwich Vector Road Map. All source data is in the public domain. U.S. Census Bureau Census Tiger. Used Layers: areawater, linearwater, roads, rails, cousub, pointlm, uac10

The Death of the Earl of Chatham, 1779. Creator: John Singleton Copley
The Death of the Earl of Chatham, 1779

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Chatham. Chatham Harbor at dusk

The Patriotick Barber of New York, or the Captain in the Suds, February 14, 1775

Sic Transit Gloria Mundi, ca. 1762. ca. 1762. Creator: Paul Sandwich
Sic Transit Gloria Mundi, ca. 1762

Officers at the School of Military Engineering, Chatham, 1850s

Floating H. M.s Sultan out of dock 1870
Launch of H.M.S Sultan of Her Majestys ship Sultan, at Chatham Dockyard with crowds watching, most powerful ironclad afloat (at the time). Date: 1870

Interior of St Marys Convict Prision 1861
Interior of St Marys Island Convict Prision in Chatham. Date: 1861

GERMAN BOYS PLAY CRICKET
German boys from Bremen are introduced to the game of cricket, at Chatham school. Date: circa 1930

Medway ME4 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Medway ME4 6

South Lanarkshire G75 9 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lanarkshire G75 9

Caerphilly CF83 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Caerphilly CF83 8

The West Prospect of His Majestys Dock-Yard, at Chatham, 1738, (1942). Creators: Samuel Buck
The West Prospect of His Majestys Dock-Yard, at Chatham, 1738, (1942). View of the Royal Navy Dockyard on the River Medway at Chatham on the Kent coast

Chatham Dockyard, 1898. Creator: Unknown
Chatham Dockyard, 1898. Chatham Dockyard, a Royal Navy Dockyard located on the River Medway in Kent, at the forefront of shipbuilding, industrial and architectural technology

Lord Chatham, c1740, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Lord Chatham, c1740, (c1884). William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, (1708-1778) British Whig, educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Oxford

William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, c1770, (1890). Creator: Unknown
William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, c1770, (1890). William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, (1708- 1778) British statesman and Whig group who served twice as Prime Minister of Great Britain

Chatham in the Seenteenth Century, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Chatham in the Seenteenth Century, 1890. Chatham Dockyard was a Royal Navy Dockyard located on the River Medway in Kent, established from mid-16th century

Chatham, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Chatham, c1910. Launch of H.M.S. " Hercules", a modern Ironclad. Dockyard and Naval Station. Population, 26, 424. A warship of the British Royal Navy being launched at Chatham in Kent

The Royal Naval Hospital, Chatham, Kent
The impressive buildings of the Royal Naval Hospital, Chatham, Kent Date: 1911

Pitt, Earl of Chatham; 1766, (1824). Creator: J Chapman
Pitt, Earl of Chatham; 1766, (1824). Portrait of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708-1778), British statesman of the Whig group who led the government of Great Britain twice in the middle of

Colombo, Sri Lanka - Lighthouse
Chatham Street, Colombo, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), with a clock tower and lighthouse Date: 1920s

Chatham, c1896. Artist: Poulton & Co
Chatham, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Chatham, c1910. The Russian Memorial. Dockyard and Naval Station. Population, 42, 660. Crimea Memorial, Brompton Barracks, Chatham

Earl of Chatham, 1809. Chatham, who sits in an armchair, is attended by a hideous doctor who takes his pulse. On his other side is Sir William Curtis in sailors and John Bull

Dutch fleet sailing up the Medway River to bombard Chatham and Rochester in 1667, c1667. The bombardment took place during the Second Dutch War 1665-1667

Two Youths contemplating Statues of Demosthenes, Cicero and Pitt, c1780-1848

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Dew-covered reeds at sunrise (texture overlay)

USA, Massachusetts, Cape Cod, Chatham, Fishing boat moored in Chatham Harbor

The Raid on the Medway, 1667. Artist: Soest, Pieter Cornelisz van (ca. 1600 / 20-1667)
The Raid on the Medway, 1667. Private Collection

Arrival of the Royal Marines at Chatham, c1882-85
Arrival of the Royal Marines at Chatham, c1882-1885. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War, (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Chatham, c1900. Artist: Poulton & Co
Chatham, c1900. Chatham is one of the Medway towns located within the Medway unitary authority, in North Kent, in South East England. From Sights and Scenes in England and Wales

William, Earl of Chatham, 1790. William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708-1778), British statesman of the Whig group who led the government of Great Britain twice in the middle of the 18th century

Death of Chatham, 1859. Artist: Francis Nicholson
Death of Chatham, 1859. Death of William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham and British Whig, on 7 April 1778, during a debate in the House of Lords on the American War of Independence

The Times, 1762. Artist: William Hogarth
The Times, 1762. Satire on King George III and the Seven Years War. The burning city is an allegory for the state of Europe. William Pitt is depicted on stilts, fanning the flames of war

William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708-1778), Prime Minister of Great Britain 1766-1768. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, British politician, 18th century (1956)
William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, British Whig politician, 18th century (1956). Pitt (1708-1778) was Prime Minister between 1766 and 1768

The cover of The Illustrated London News, 17th April 1875. Artist: JR Wells
The cover of The Illustrated London News, 17th April 1875. Commissioned in 1877, the Alexandra was a broadside ironclad battleship

Nelsons First Footing in the Navy, Chatham, 1771. Horatio Nelsons (1758-1805) began in 1771 when he joined HMS Raisonnable, a 64-gun third rate, as midshipman and coxwain

Poem by Lord Chatham to David Garrick, 18th century, (1840). Artist: William Pitt
Poem by Lord Chatham to David Garrick, 18th century, (1840). Poem written Lord Chatham (William Pitt the Elder) to the actor David Garrick, in answer to his verse from Mount Edgcumbe

Breaking up the hospital ship Dreadnought at Chatham dockyard, 1875. A print from The Illustrated London News, (23 January 1875)

Letter from William Pitt to the Duke of Newcastle, Hayes, 23rd October 1759. Artist: William Pitt
Letter from William Pitt to the Duke of Newcastle, Hayes, 23rd October 1759. Letter from William Pitt, Earl of Chatham, (later Prime Minister), when he was Secretary of State

William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, British Whig statesman, (19th century). Artist: W Holl
William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, British Whig statesman, (19th century). Portrait of Prime Minister William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (1708-1778)

Splendid Jem amongst the convicts in the Naval Dock Yard at Chatham, Kent, 1821. Artist: Isaac Robert Cruikshank
Splendid Jem, once a dashing hero in the Metropolis, recognised by Tom amongst the convicts in the Naval Dock Yard at Chatham, 1821

Ships in Chatham Dockyard, Kent. They are the Monitor HMS Marshal Soult, the D34 Destroyer HMS Velox, and two V Class destroyers. Date: circa 1930

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Chatham, a town with a rich history and diverse attractions, holds numerous stories within its borders. From the German cruiser SMS Emden's fateful encounter with HMAS Sydney during World War I to the majestic Chatham Class Light Cruiser built in 1911-13, this place has witnessed significant events. Situated in Kent on the banks of the Medway River since 1907, Chatham boasts connections to influential figures like William Pitt, a renowned British politician from the eighteenth century. The General Gordon Statue stands tall as a tribute to this historic figure who left an indelible mark on Chatham. The vibrant cultural scene is evident through various forms of entertainment that have graced Chatham over time. A poster advertising The Better Ole at Theatre Royal captures the essence of theatrical performances that have enthralled audiences for decades. Notable incidents also find their place in Chatham's narrative. The tragic tale of Ellen Bright's death at Wombwells Menagerie in 1850 serves as a reminder of past misfortunes and human resilience. Across continents, even Massachusetts' own Chatham showcases American pride with flags waving proudly against picturesque coastal backdrops. Fishing boats dotting the harbor add charm to Cape Cod's landscape while embodying New England traditions. Music enthusiasts will appreciate Count Basie taking center stage in Kent during his iconic performance captured by Brian Foskett. This momentous event highlights how music transcends boundaries and brings people together. For those seeking entertainment closer to home, The Gaiety music hall offers delightful evenings filled with laughter and joy for locals and visitors alike. Lastly, Jezreels Tower stands tall in nearby Gillingham—a testament to architectural marvels that grace this region—offering breathtaking views and historical significance all rolled into one structure. Intriguing tales unfold throughout every corner of Chatham—from naval battles and political legacies to captivating performances and natural beauty.