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Colony Collection (page 6)

"Journey through History: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Colonies" Step back in time to 1776, when the Thirteen original colonies laid the foundation for a new nation

Background imageColony Collection: Dreyfus on Devils Isle

Dreyfus on Devils Isle
ALFRED DREYFUS French army officer and victim of injustice as a prisoner on Devils Island

Background imageColony Collection: Edmund Y. W Henderson

Edmund Y. W Henderson
LIEUTENANT-COLONEL SIR EDMUND YEAMANS WALCOTT HENDERSON shown soon after he was appointed as Chief Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police in 1869. He succeed the late Sir Richard Mayne in this post

Background imageColony Collection: Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow hill island - Antarctica

Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11358 Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageColony Collection: Bass Rock with Northern Gannets In flight around the rock. Scotland

Bass Rock with Northern Gannets In flight around the rock. Scotland
ROY-47 Bass Rock with Northern Gannets - in flight around the rock. Scotland Morus bassanus Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageColony Collection: Colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus), Volunteer Point, East Falkland

Colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus), Volunteer Point, East Falkland, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

Background imageColony Collection: Trinidad Postman

Trinidad Postman
A postman in the (then) British colony of Trinidad is offered a pineapple by a grateful recipient of mail

Background imageColony Collection: General Map Of British South Africa. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War

General Map Of British South Africa. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War, Volume 1 By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

Background imageColony Collection: The European Factories, Canton, William Daniell, 1769-1837, British

The European Factories, Canton, William Daniell, 1769-1837, British

Town hall , Old Bombay Mumbai (postcard)
8725357 Town hall , Old Bombay Mumbai (postcard); Private Collection; (add.info.: Town hall , Old Bombay Mumbai , Maharashtra , India); © Dinodia Photo.

Queen Mary´s technical school, Bombay , c1900s (photo)
8725343 Queen Mary´s technical school, Bombay , c1900s (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Mary´s technical school ; disabled Indian soldiers ; Bombay now Mumbai ; Maharashtra ; India)

Lakdi Bunder Darukhana Bombay c1900 (photo)
8725342 Lakdi Bunder Darukhana Bombay c1900 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old vintage 1800s Lakdi Bunder Darukhana Bombay Mumbai Maharashtra India); © Dinodia Photo.

Background imageColony Collection: Distribution of gifts to British police in Bombay, c1900s (photo)

Distribution of gifts to British police in Bombay, c1900s (photo)
8725340 Distribution of gifts to British police in Bombay, c1900s (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Vintage 1900s photo Distribution of gifts to British police in Bombay Mumbai Maharashtra)

Background imageColony Collection: engraving depicting the French colony of Guyana in South America 1850

engraving depicting the French colony of Guyana in South America 1850
3665787 engraving depicting the French colony of Guyana in South America 1850 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info)

Background imageColony Collection: Mines of Cam Pha, c.1920 (photo)

Mines of Cam Pha, c.1920 (photo)
8698353 Mines of Cam Pha, c.1920 (photo); (add.info.: Geography. Vietnam. Coal mines in Cam Pha (French Indochina.) Photography, Vietnam, ca 1920.); © Archives Charmet.

Background imageColony Collection: Bombay Castle historic monument, c1900s (photo)

Bombay Castle historic monument, c1900s (photo)
8725353 Bombay Castle historic monument, c1900s (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old vintage 1900s Bombay Castle historic monument built by Portuguese, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India)

Background imageColony Collection: Guayaquil, 1682 (coloured manuscript)

Guayaquil, 1682 (coloured manuscript)
7339327 Guayaquil, 1682 (coloured manuscript) by Ringrose, Basil (c.1653-83); 16x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator)

Background imageColony Collection: Map of Hoogly River, c.1777 (engraving)

Map of Hoogly River, c.1777 (engraving)
7339428 Map of Hoogly River, c.1777 (engraving) by British School, (18th Century); 20.5x32.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Lacam, Benjamin Single sheet. Hand col)

Background imageColony Collection: Biobio [and] Labapi, 1685 (manuscript)

Biobio [and] Labapi, 1685 (manuscript)
7339773 Biobio [and] Labapi, 1685 (manuscript) by Hack, William (17th Century); 40.5x5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageColony Collection: Heradura [and] Conception, 1685 (manuscript)

Heradura [and] Conception, 1685 (manuscript)
7339771 Heradura [and] Conception, 1685 (manuscript) by Hack, William (17th Century); 40.5x5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageColony Collection: San Miguel, 1682 (paper)

San Miguel, 1682 (paper)
7340747 San Miguel, 1682 (paper) by Ringrose, Basil (c.1653-83); 16x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Basil Ringrose From a book of sailing directions of 110ff)

Background imageColony Collection: Sonsonate, 1682 (paper)

Sonsonate, 1682 (paper)
7340746 Sonsonate, 1682 (paper) by Ringrose, Basil (c.1653-83); 16x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Basil Ringrose From a book of sailing directions of 110ff)

A great hunting day! 1900 (engraving)
8677949 A great hunting day! 1900 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: A great hunting day! 1900 engraving by P. Malher and E)

Background imageColony Collection: Old Court House Street, Kolkata, (formally Calcutta), India

Old Court House Street, Kolkata, (formally Calcutta), India
7301611 Old Court House Street, Kolkata, (formally Calcutta), India; Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Court House Street, Kolkata, (formally Calcutta), India in the 1860s

Background imageColony Collection: Sir Henry Parkes, 1815 - 1896

Sir Henry Parkes, 1815 - 1896
3083275 Sir Henry Parkes, 1815 - 1896.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonial Australian politician and Premier of the Colony of New South Wales)

Limpopo overhauling the SS Agnes, Pungwe River, East Africa (engraving)
8631404 Limpopo overhauling the SS Agnes, Pungwe River, East Africa (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Portuguese ship)

Background imageColony Collection: Punjab Industrial Exhibition at Lahore (engraving)

Punjab Industrial Exhibition at Lahore (engraving)
8631487 Punjab Industrial Exhibition at Lahore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punjab Industrial Exhibition at Lahore)

Background imageColony Collection: Ali bin Said, 4th Sultan of Zanzibar (engraving)

Ali bin Said, 4th Sultan of Zanzibar (engraving)
8631530 Ali bin Said, 4th Sultan of Zanzibar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ali bin Said, (1854-1893), 4th Sultan of Zanzibar

British Residency at Manipur, India (engraving)
8631333 British Residency at Manipur, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Residency at Manipur, India. Illustration from Black and White)

Background imageColony Collection: People of Manipur, India (engraving)

People of Manipur, India (engraving)
8631326 People of Manipur, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: People of Manipur, India. Illustration from Black and White)

Background imageColony Collection: Indolence of Henry III (engraving)

Indolence of Henry III (engraving)
8652449 Indolence of Henry III (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indolence of Henry III)

Background imageColony Collection: Henry IV (engraving)

Henry IV (engraving)
8652443 Henry IV (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry IV. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Background imageColony Collection: Louis XIII (engraving)

Louis XIII (engraving)
8652442 Louis XIII (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis XIII. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Background imageColony Collection: Burke (engraving)

Burke (engraving)
8652432 Burke (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burke. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Background imageColony Collection: 'See what a little place you occupy in the world!' (engraving)

"See what a little place you occupy in the world!" (engraving)
8652431 "See what a little place you occupy in the world!" (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Victoria (engraving)
8652430 Victoria (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Background imageColony Collection: Street in Quebec (engraving)

Street in Quebec (engraving)
8652424 Street in Quebec (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Street in Quebec)

Champlain fighting the Indians (engraving)
8652451 Champlain fighting the Indians (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Champlain fighting the Indians)

Background imageColony Collection: Sully (engraving)

Sully (engraving)
8652445 Sully (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sully. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

Background imageColony Collection: Montreal (engraving)

Montreal (engraving)
8652413 Montreal (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Montreal. Illustration for Zigzag Journeys in Acadia and New France by Hezekiah Butterworth)

The Prince of Wales in a dugout boat on the Zambezi River (b/w photo)
8635677 The Prince of Wales in a dugout boat on the Zambezi River (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageColony Collection: Timoleon travelling by chariot to the Syracusan assembly (engraving)

Timoleon travelling by chariot to the Syracusan assembly (engraving)
8635101 Timoleon travelling by chariot to the Syracusan assembly (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageColony Collection: Temple of Hera, Paestum (engraving)

Temple of Hera, Paestum (engraving)
8635011 Temple of Hera, Paestum (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Greek Temple of Hera, Paestum, Italy. Illustration from Hellas)

Background imageColony Collection: Harbour of Hong Kong (b/w photo)

Harbour of Hong Kong (b/w photo)
8673184 Harbour of Hong Kong (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harbour of Hong Kong)

Background imageColony Collection: People of Zanzibar seeking justice at the court of Lloyd Mathews (litho)

People of Zanzibar seeking justice at the court of Lloyd Mathews (litho)
8673177 People of Zanzibar seeking justice at the court of Lloyd Mathews (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageColony Collection: Ceuta, Spanish possession in North Africa (engraving)

Ceuta, Spanish possession in North Africa (engraving)
8677039 Ceuta, Spanish possession in North Africa (engraving) by Lebreton, Louis (1818-66) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ceuta, Spanish possession in North Africa)

Background imageColony Collection: Madeira (engraving)

Madeira (engraving)
8676277 Madeira (engraving) by Pritchett, Robert (1828-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madeira, Illustration from In the Trades, the Tropics & the Roaring Forties)

Background imageColony Collection: Islet of Sabrina (engraving)

Islet of Sabrina (engraving)
8676227 Islet of Sabrina (engraving) by Pritchett, Robert (1828-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Islet of Sabrina, Azores)

Background imageColony Collection: Trinidad (engraving)

Trinidad (engraving)
8676230 Trinidad (engraving) by Pritchett, Robert (1828-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trinidad. Illustration from In the Trades, the Tropics & the Roaring Forties)



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"Journey through History: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Colonies" Step back in time to 1776, when the Thirteen original colonies laid the foundation for a new nation. From William and Mary College in the 1700s to the iconic Mayflower ship setting sail in 1620, these colonies shaped America's identity. Witness history unfold as Mayflower passengers land at Plymouth, Massachusetts, marking a significant chapter in American history. Delve into court records from the Salem witch trials of 1692, offering a glimpse into a dark period of colonial life. Immerse yourself in Jennie A. Brownscombe's captivating oil painting depicting "THE FIRST THANKSGIVING, " where Pilgrims and Native Americans come together to celebrate abundance and unity. Discover nature's wonders with honey bees - observe their intricate honeycomb structures and explore their fascinating life cycle through expanded cross-sections and insets. Marvel at Samuel de Champlain's map of Port St. Louis (later known as Plymouth), drawn during his expedition of 1605. Travel further south on Captain John Smith's Virginia Map from 1612, unveiling early English settlements that paved the way for future colonies. Witness Mayflower passengers landing on Plymouth Rock in 1620 - an enduring symbol of courage and resilience. Venture beyond North America to South Africa with a map showcasing Cape Colony - an intriguing glimpse into European colonization efforts across continents. Finally, witness Anne Hutchinson's trial at Boston in 1637 through a wood engraving capturing this remarkable event. Embark on this historical journey through captivating images and stories that shed light on our colonial past - reminding us how far we've come while honoring those who built our nation brick by brick.