Colonial Collection

Thirteen original colonies in 1776
American colonies at the outbreak of the Revolution. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

MARY WRIGHT (1642-1699 / 1700). American Quaker from Long Island, as a teenager
MARY WRIGHT (1642-1699/1700). American Quaker from Long Island, as a teenager, testifying before the magistrates of Boston to urge them not to persecute innocent people

View over Vedado towards Hotel Nacional and El Malecon at dusk, Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba

Entrance to the Cienfuegos Bay seen from Castillo de Jagua, Jagua Fortress, Cienfuegos, Cienfuegos Province, Cuba

Patriotic Poster - 30th Anniversary of Dien Bien Phu
Vietnamese Patriotic Poster - 30 Years Commemoration of the Victory against the French at the Battle of Dien Bien Phu in May, 1954. Breaking the shackles of Colonial oppression. Date: 1984

William and Mary College, 1700s
Early view of William and Mary College, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1700s. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Defenders of the Empire - British Army, Navy and Airforce with the King at the fore. Date: 1924

Pilgrims ship Mayflower at sea, 1620
The " Mayflower" bringing the first colonists to Massachusetts, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth, 1620
Pilgrim landing party from the " Mayflower" in Plymouth harbor, 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Map of Ceylon showing tea industry plantations
Map of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) showing tea industry plantations. Date: circa 1920

Saint Anthony of Padua preaching to the fishes, 1779. Painting by Bernardo Rodriguez. Quito School. Colonial baroque. Painting. ECUADOR. PICHINCHA. Quito. Convent of San Francisco

Court record of testimony at the Salem witch trials, 1692
Record of Titubas testimony at the Salem witchcraft trials, 1690s. Halftone reproduction with a watercolor wash

Kings Own Scottish Borderers - The uniform, reginemtal flags, crest and listings of International deployments are featured on this card. Date: 1913

WWI Poster, The Empire Needs Men
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, design by Arthur Wardle (1864-1949), The Empire Needs Men! Enlist Now. Depicting a lion and cubs, representing Britain and her Empire. Date: 1915

Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, USA, North America

Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth Rock, 1620
John Alden and Mary Chilton landing at Plymouth from the Mayflower, December 1620. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Vasco da Gama in India
Portuguese Colonial History Series - Vasco da Gama has an audience with The King of Calicut (Kozhikode), the Samudiri (Zamorin) in May 1498

Sikh Soldier Ww1
A Sikh officer from India, fighting with the Allies in World War One

Advertisement for Patersons Camp Coffee, which is claimed to be the best

El Floridita Bar, La Habana Vieja, Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba

Scenes of Mestizaje. Circa 1750. Casta paintings
" Scenes of " Mestizaje". Circa 1750. Casta paintings by Luis de Mena. Colonial baroque. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. Madrid. Americas Museum."

JOIN OR DIE CARTOON, 1754. First American political cartoon, originally published by Benjamin Franklin in his Pennsylvania Gazette, 1754

Map of Cape Colony, South Africa
South Africa when a British colony, 1870s. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Mount Lavinia Hotel, Mount Lavinia, Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Mount Lavinia Hotel and seashore, Hotel Road, Mount Lavinia, Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Date: circa 1920

Colonial Savannah, Georgia, 1700s
Savannah, Georgia, as established by James Oglethorpe, 1741. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier sketch

The City Hotel, Freetown, Sierra Leone
The City Hotel, Sierra Leone, made famous by author Graham Greene. Now demolished. The hotel was first mentioned in Greenes 1936 book Travel Without Maps

The Gordon Highlanders. How Piper Findlater won the V. C. at Dargai, 1897, (1939)
The Gordon Highlanders. How Piper Findlater won the V.C. at Dargai, 1897, (1939). The Storming of the Dargai Heights by the 1st Gordon Highlanders and the Gurkhas, 1897

King George V - Scenes of the British Empire
One King, One Flag, One Fleet, One Empire - inset portrait of King George V (1865-1936) surrounded by images of the varied animals and wildlife of the British colonial territories (4/4)

MEXICO: 1810 REVOLUTION. The Cry of Dolores, Miguel Hidalgos call to revolt, 16 September 1810. Detail of the mural by Juan O Gorman, 20th century

Colonial Pennsylvania map, 1750s
Map of the " Province of Pennsilvania, " 1756. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an 18th-century illustration

First settlers of Hartford, Connecticut, 1636
Thomas Hookers congregation migrates from Massachusetts to settle Hartford, Connecticut, 1636. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Bunker Hill battle, 1775
Battle of Bunker Hill at the outset of the American Revolution, 1775. Hand-colored engraving of a painting by Trumbull

General Map of British South Africa, 1900. Creator: Unknown
General Map of British South Africa, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Victoria Falls: The Leaping Water, pub. 1864. Creator: Thomas Baines (1820-75)
Victoria Falls: The Leaping Water, from Explorations in South West Africa, pub. 1864 (colour lithograph). made in collaboration with James Chapman (1831-1872)

Grand Hotel, Chowringhee Road, Calcutta, India
Grand Hotel, Chowringhee Road, Calcutta (Kolkata), India. Date: circa 1905

Cecil Avenue, Ndola, Northern Rhodesia, South Central Africa
Aerial view of Cecil Avenue, Ndola, Northern Rhodesia (now part of Zambia), South Central Africa. Date: 1940s

British India - East Bengal - Barisal - Indian Army unit and the British Governor and his wife. Barisal fell under the Bengal Nawabs, then colonial British India

Sir Donald Cameron, Governor of Tanganyika
Sir Donald Charles Cameron (1872-1948), Governor of Tanganyika (now Tanzania), seen here at Kigoma on 8 September 1928. He served as Governor from 1925 to 1931

Lord Dufferin, 8th Viceroy of India
Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood, 1st Marquess of Dufferin and Ava (1826-1902), 8th Viceroy of India, 1884-1888. He previously served as Governor General of Canada

GEORGIA TRUSTEES, 1734. The founders of the colony of Georgia, the Georgia Trustees, and a delegation of Georgia Native Americans. Oil painting by William Verelst, 1734

ALVARADO, Pedro de (1485-1541). Spanish conquistador and governor of Guatemala. 17th c. portrait. Colonial baroque. Painting. GUATEMALA. Antigua Guatemala. Museum of Colonial Art

Mexico, Zacatecas. Statue of Francisco Pancho Villa (Doroteo Arango ArAambula) one
Mexico, Zacatecas. Statue of Francisco Pancho Villa (Doroteo Arango Arámbula) one of the foremost generals of the Mexican Revolution, erected on top of Cerro de la Bufa, a UNESCO World Heritage site

King George V Silver Jubilee celebrations, ILN cover, 1935
Soldiers from across the British Empire gather to adore the crown, resplendent on a garlanded pedestal, on the occasion of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of King George V.St Pauls Cathedral can be

Churning milk to make butter
Girl working a churn on a spring morning. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Long Island, New York, Revolutionary War
Retreat of American army from Long Island after defeat by the British, 1776. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

British Colonial Empire Poster - Our allies the colonies, the Royal West African Frontier Force

Ww1 Gurkhas
Three Gurkha soldiers serving with the Indian Army during World War One

PAXTON, Joseph (1801-1865). Crystal Palace. 1851. First building with revolutionary modular, prefabricated design, and use of glass. Built for the Universal Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, London

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich Tapestry History" Step back in time to the birth of a nation, as we delve into the captivating world America. 🇺🇸 1️⃣ Thirteen original colonies in 1776: Witness the formation of a new nation, where dreams and aspirations took root amidst struggles for independence. 2️⃣ William and Mary College, 1700s: Immerse yourself in an era of intellectual enlightenment at one of America's oldest educational institutions. 3️⃣ Pilgrims ship Mayflower at sea, 1620: Sail alongside brave souls seeking religious freedom on their treacherous voyage across uncharted waters. 4️⃣ Defenders of the Empire - British Army, Navy and Airforce: Discover stories of valor and sacrifice from those who fought to protect Britain's colonial interests around the globe. 5️⃣ Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth, 1620: Witness history unfold as weary travelers step foot onto unfamiliar shores, laying foundations for future generations. 6️⃣ Vasco da Gama in India: Embark on an epic journey with this legendary explorer as he opens up new trade routes between Europe and Asia. 7️⃣ Map of Ceylon showing tea industry plantations: Explore lush landscapes dotted with sprawling tea estates that shaped a thriving industry still cherished today. 8️⃣ Saint Anthony of Padua preaching to the fishes: Marvel at tales steeped in faith and folklore as this revered saint captivates even creatures beneath the waves. 9️⃣ Court record testimony at Salem witch trials, 1692: Uncover dark chapters from America's past as hysteria grips a community plagued by fear and suspicion. 🔟 Kings Own Scottish Borderers: Honor bravery personified by these valiant soldiers who defended borders during times of conflict and unrest. 🏰 Colonial Williamsburg.