Colonies Collection (page 2)

A female beekeeper at work
5307432 A female beekeeper at work.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a female beekeeper at work. Top: Driving bees from one skep into another in order to clear the combs)

Beekeepers
5307415 Beekeepers.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting beekeepers knocking a swarm into a container. Hives with alighting boards in bee shelter on left. Dated 19th century)

Indian Cavalry fighting with the British Army, World War One
1756534 Indian Cavalry fighting with the British Army, World War One ; (add.info.: official english photo : coming back at the stationing on english front after battle)

Map showing the settlements in the New England Colonies, North America in the 17th century
2956605 Map showing the settlements in the New England Colonies, North America in the 17th century. From The History of Our Country, published 1899; Private Collection.

The Declaration of Independence, 1776
1580670 The Declaration of Independence, 1776; (add.info.: The Declaration of Independence, July 4th 1776. This was a statement adopted by the Continental Congress which announced that the thirteen)

A beekeeper
5307431 A beekeeper.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper. Top: a feeding bottle which would be filled with syrup to replenish stores after honey is extracted)

W. J. Pettit's Temple Beehive
5307420 W. J. Pettit's Temple Beehive.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting W.J. Pettit's Temple Beehive both closed (left) and open (right)

Colonel David Collins, after a print dating from the 1880's
3432497 Colonel David Collins, after a print dating from the 1880's; Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel David Collins, 1756-1810)

Theatre of War, 1779
2902817 Theatre of War, 1779; (add.info.: Theatre of War, 1779.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG.

Drachma of Rhodes
3499731 Drachma of Rhodes; (add.info.: Drachma of Rhodes. Greek coin. 5th century BC. Iberians. Greek colonies began to issue coins)

Interior of a New England pioneer's home in the 17th century. From The History of Our Country, published 1899
2956599 Interior of a New England pioneer's home in the 17th century. From The History of Our Country, published 1899; Private Collection.

Clothing and baby linen for Home, 1860
1577492 Clothing and baby linen for Home, 1860; (add.info.: Advertisements selling Clothing and baby linen for Home, India and the Colonies for ladies and children of all ages)

A beekeeper
5307410 A beekeeper.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper clearing honey by straining it into settling tanks and then drawing off by tap after leaving it to stand for a number of hours)

Map of Espanola with the Columbine Forts and settlements. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R
2915321 Map of Espanola with the Columbine Forts and settlements. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Richard Mather
5669004 Richard Mather; (add.info.: Richard Mather (1596-1669): first in a line of New England Puritan clergymen and leader of New England Congregationalism who co-authored the 'Bay Psalm

A beekeeper
5307422 A beekeeper.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper standing near straw Beehives which are kept under a thatched wooden shelter. Engraved by John Romney (1785-1863) an English artist

A beekeeper
5307403 A beekeeper.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper collecting a swarm of bees from a hollow tree and putting them into a straw skep. Dated 19th century)

New England colonies just before the French and Indian War
NWI4853909 New England colonies just before the French and Indian War.; (add.info.: New England colonies just before the French and Indian War.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Title page illustration for The American Magazine, 1758
1574842 Title page illustration for The American Magazine, 1758; (add.info.: Title page illustration for The American Magazine showing a Frenchman)

An engraving depicting a humble bee's nest, 19th century
5311560 An engraving depicting a humble bee's nest, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1843); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Engraving depicting a beekeeper smoking the bees, 19th century
5309045 Engraving depicting a beekeeper smoking the bees, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper smoking the bees. Dated 19th century 01/02/1883); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Map of the Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498 -1580, 1923 (engraving)
2603519 Map of the Portuguese Colonial Dominions in India and the Malay Archipelago, 1498 -1580, 1923 (engraving); (add.info.: From Historical Atlas, published 1923.).

An engraving depicting the hiving of a swarm of bees, 19th century
5311559 An engraving depicting the hiving of a swarm of bees, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1895); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A beekeeper
5307428 A beekeeper.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a beekeeper standing near straw Beehives which are kept under a thatched wooden shelter. Dated 19th century)

A commercial apiary
5307425 A commercial apiary.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a commercial apiary in Queensland, Australia. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Various beehives
5307418 Various beehives.; (add.info.: Illustration depicting various beehives. 1: Bell-shaped traditional straw skep. 2: Wildman's storied straw beehives)

An incident during the Pequot War, an armed conflict between the Pequot tribe
2956604 An incident during the Pequot War, an armed conflict between the Pequot tribe and an alliance of the English colonists of the Massachusetts Bay, Plymouth

American Revolution, New York Pocket Almanac For 1769
3073348 American Revolution, New York Pocket Almanac For 1769; Private Collection; (add.info.: New York Pocket Almanac For the year 1769); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023.

Southern colonies just before the French and Indian War
NWI4712671 Southern colonies just before the French and Indian War.; (add.info.: Southern colonies just before the French and Indian War.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Chincha Islands War 1864-1866 between Spain and her former South American colonies
528578 Chincha Islands War 1864-1866 between Spain and her former South American colonies. Bombardment of Callao, 2 May 1866, Print 1868.; (add.info.: Lima, Peru)

The Heroine on Monmouth, 1778
1574873 The Heroine on Monmouth, 1778; (add.info.: The Heroine on Monmouth, Molly Pitcher, 1778. Molly Pitcher using a rammer on a cannon during the Battle of Monmouth)

Original 13 states and (inset) original Enlish land grants
NWI4712678 Original 13 states and (inset) original Enlish land grants.; (add.info.: Original 13 states and (inset) original Enlish land grants.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

The Needlewoman at Home and Abroad': The advantages of emigration for the wretched British needlewoman on sweated
527867 The Needlewoman at Home and Abroad': The advantages of emigration for the wretched British needlewoman on sweated wages

Front cover of 'A l'Assaut de l'Asie' by G. Saint-Yves, published by Mame, 1901 (colour litho)
CHT157429 Front cover of 'A l'Assaut de l'Asie' by G. Saint-Yves, published by Mame, 1901 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; © Archives Charmet.

Design for two wallpapers: river with ships in the colonies, c.1752-c.1819. Creator: Juriaan Andriessen
Design for two wallpapers: river with ships in the colonies, c.1752-c.1819

'L'emballage des dents d'elephants pour l'exportation; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Paysage de l'Ouganda. Une cascade aux environs de Nairobi; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Paysage de l'Ouganda. Une cascade aux environs de Nairobi; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Kampala; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Kampala; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Entebbe; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Entebbe; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Types de Massai; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Types de Massai; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Un camp chez les Massai; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Un camp chez les Massai; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Le Victoria-Nyanza vu d'Entebbe; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Le Victoria-Nyanza vu d'Entebbe; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Le Mont Kenia; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Le Mont Kenia; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Ouganda: Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Ouganda: Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Un aspect du Sudd; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Un aspect du Sudd; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Les chutes de Rippon; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Les chutes de Rippon; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Afrique Orientale; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Afrique Orientale; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Annobon vu du Nord; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Annobon vu du Nord; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

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"Exploring the Legacy: Tracing the Footsteps of Colonies" In 1776, thirteen original colonies laid the foundation for a nation that would shape history. As we delve into the past, a map from 1720 unfolds before our eyes, revealing a world dominated by empires and their far-reaching ambitions. The Empire Marketing Board poster showcasing Gibraltar reminds us of Britain's vast colonial empire. It was an era when King George V proudly presented scenes of this mighty empire, capturing its grandeur and diversity. Amidst these historical snapshots, we catch sight of The Emigrant Ship Hercules off Cambelton in Scotland in 1853. A poignant reminder of those who sought new beginnings across distant shores. A young Winston Churchill emerges from the shadows, embodying both the spirit and challenges faced by colonizers throughout history. His determination echoes against a backdrop of Europe depicted on a map from 1700 - a continent ripe with imperial aspirations. Another British Empire Marketing Board poster beckons our attention towards Takoradi Harbour; it symbolizes commerce and connections forged through colonization. Yet amidst human endeavors lies nature's marvels – an underwater coral reef scene teeming with vibrant marine life at Komodo Island in Indonesia reveals Earth's hidden treasures. King George V once again graces our narrative as he introduces us to an enchanting colony nestled within Antarctica's twilight Ross Sea – Emperor Penguins thrive against all odds in GRB03269. These hints paint an intricate tapestry woven by colonies past and present. They remind us to reflect upon both triumphs and tribulations that have shaped nations worldwide. Let us explore these legacies together as we strive for understanding and progress toward a future built on unity rather than division.