Commonwealth Collection (page 31)

Jamaica - Gordons Town
Slide showing a photograph of the small settlement of Gordon Town amongst the trees.. Part of Box 108. Boswell Collection. Slide number 28

Jamaica - The Conversorium, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of the Conversorium, where shows and talks would be held. Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica

Jamaica - Panorama of Port Royal
Slide showing a photograph over looking Port Royal. Port Royal was a city located at the end of the Palisadoes at the mouth of the Kingston Harbour, in south-eastern Jamaica

Jamaica - Old Navy Yard, Rock Ford
Slide showing a photograph of a settlement at the foot of a hill, near to water. Possibly Rockfort near Kingston on the coast.. Part of Box 108. Boswell Collection. Slide number 45

Jamaica - On the Road to Mandeville, Williamsfield
Slide showing a photograph of the road heading to Mandeville. Pictured is the settlement of Williamsfield in the distance

Jamaica - On the Road to Mandeville Porous
Slide showing a photograph of the road heading to Mandeville. Pictured is a shack on the side of the road serving as a pub

Jamaica - Public Buildings, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of a public building in Kingston. Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica, located on the south-eastern coast of the island facing a natural harbour

Jamaica - Panorama of Kingston
Slide showing a photograph looking out over the rooftops of Kingston. Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica, located on the south-eastern coast of the island facing a natural harbour

Jamaica - Harbour Street, Kingston
Slide showing a photograph of a street in Kingston with horse drawn carriages and tram lines. Kingston is the capital and largest city of Jamaica

Jamaica - Jacmel
Slide showing a photograph of Jacmel from the sea. Jacmel is a town on the coast in southern Haiti founded in 1698.. Part of Box 108. Boswell Collection. Slide number 3

Boy scouts with flag, Cyprus
A group of boy scouts with a British flag on a flagpole, Cyprus. A 14th century monastery stands in the background. Date: 1936

Vase with gold rim, marked on base The Coronet Ware - F.P. & S. Together with the badge of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces. Commemorative Ware

Badge of Australian Commonwealth Military Forces
Embroidered badge of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces, worked by Walter A. Bryant, 17th Battalion AIF. Staff House, Netley Red Cross Hospital, August 1917. Label included. Commemorative Art

Poster advertising Burma at the British Empire Exhibition, held at Wembley between April and October 1924. Date: 1924

New Zealand troops storm Le Quesnoy
New Zealand troops scale the walls of the French town of Le Quesnoy. In their last major action of the war, the New Zealanders successfully took the town that had been occupied by German forces since

Plans for the City of Canberra, Australia
The City of Canberra: the newly-christened capital of the Australian Commonwealth. The central feature of the new federal capital as it will appear

ANZAC Day in London, 25th April 1919
Anzacs march through London on Anzac Day, 25th April 1919. 25th April was officially named as ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day in 1916

Cobblestones from ships ballast and / or Cannon Balls give the streets of Old
Cobblestones from ships ballast or Cannon Balls give the streets of Old San Juan their blue color

USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan. Lighthouse at El Morro Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

USA, Puerto Rico, San Juan. Cannon at the El Moro Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

WWII: POSTER, c1940. Together. Lithograph, c1940

Western Australia
May 20, 2008 - Western Australia. Near the center of the image, Australias coastline curves into a long, smooth arc. This is Eighty Mile Beach

1st Battalion Welsh Guards on the drill square at Cavalry Barracks, Hounslow, London
June 5, 2013 - 1st Battalion Welsh Guards on the drill square at Cavalry Barracks, Hounslow, London

Stage of the Red Bull Theatre during the Commonwealth, London, Uk, 1893 Engraving

JOHN HANCOCK, a merchant, statesman, and prominent Patriot of the American Revolution. He served as president of the Second Continental Congress and was the first

The Cryes of London, 1655 (etching)
XJF3058196 The Cryes of London, 1655 (etching) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London street traders: musk seller, wood chopper, tankerd (water) carrier

Titlepage of Fons Lacyrymarum, 1649
XJF3058197 Titlepage of Fons Lacyrymarum, 1649 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fons lachrymarum, or, A fountain of tears from whence doth flow Englands complaint)

The Picture of Pattenty, c. 1641-50 (engraving)
XJF347912 The Picture of Pattenty, c.1641-50 (engraving) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info.: Who am I, who am I like, what nobody)

Old Sayings and Predictions verified and fulfilled, touching the young King of Scotland
XJF347918 Old Sayings and Predictions verified and fulfilled, touching the young King of Scotland and his gued Subjects, published in 1651 (engraving) by English School

Defeat of the Dutch fleet by Admiral Robert Blake at the Battle of the Gabbard, 12 and 13 June 1653
KW329951 Defeat of the Dutch fleet by Admiral Robert Blake at the Battle of the Gabbard, 12 and 13 June 1653, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey

Robert Blake, from The National and Domestic History of England by William
KW329952 Robert Blake, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey (1858-1916) published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

2657608; out of copyright

Oliver Cromwell (1599-1668) (engraving)
KW254953 Oliver Cromwell (1599-1668) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Coming unity and indivisibility of the Batavian Commonwealth and the Alliance, decoration at the Town Hall on the Dam, Amsterdam The Netherlands, 1795, A. Verkerk, Johannes Roelof Poster, 1795

View of Johannesburg, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
XIR213164 View of Johannesburg, c.1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Cape Town: New Adderley Street, c. 1914 ( b / w photo)
XIR213161 Cape Town: New Adderley Street, c.1914 ( b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Cap)

Kaffir Huts, South Africa, c. 1914 (b / w photo)
XIR213160 Kaffir Huts, South Africa, c.1914 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huttes cafres en Afrique du Sud; ); French, out of copyright

Great Seal Commonwealth, representing House Commons, London, England, engraving 19th century, Britain, UK

VIRGINIA: CONVENTION, 1829. James Madison addressing the Virginia Constitutional Convention at Richmond, 1829-1830. George Catlins sketch and key for his painting, 1830

VIRGINIA: COAT OF ARMS. Sketch by Pierre Eugene du Simitiere (c1736-1784)

IMPERIAL CONFERENCE, 1897. Members from every nation in the British Empire at the Imperial Conference of 1897

SHIPS: HMS COMMONWEALTH. HMS Commonwealth, launched in 1903, formed part of the Third Battle Squadron which guarded the Thames Estuary and the approaches to London during World War I

JAMES MADISON: MEMORIAL. James Madisons Memorial and Remonstrance against Religious Assessments to the General Assembly of Virginia, 1785

WAR OF 1812: BROADSIDE. Proclamation, 26 August 1814, by James Barbour, Governor of Virginia, calling for volunteers for the Commonwealth militia after the British capture and burning of Washington

VIRGINIA: GOVERNMENT, 1782. Page from the Virginia Almanac for 1782, listing members of the Commonwealth government. Thomas Jefferson is not on the list. He was nursing his sick wife at Monticello

VIRGINIA ASSEMBLY, 1788. Resolution, November 1788, from the Virginia assembly calling for a second constitutional convention

Group Of Six Hounds Facing The Camera Dogs From Th
UNITED STATES - Circa 1950s: Group Of Six Hounds Facing The Camera Dogs From The Kirkwood Kennels In Berwyn Pa Eager Ready To Hunt. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Housing development
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Housing development, Levittown, Pennsylvania. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

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"Commonwealth: A Tapestry of History and Unity" In the realm of the Commonwealth, a grand tapestry is woven, intertwining the threads of history, unity, and resilience. At its helm stands Queen Elizabeth II, an emblematic figurehead not only for the United Kingdom but also for the diverse nations that form this remarkable alliance. As St. Paul's Cathedral rises majestically against London's skyline, it serves as a testament to endurance in times of adversity. Standing tall through wars and conflicts, it symbolizes the unwavering spirit that unites these nations under one commonwealth. A fine photographic portrait captures King George VI in all his regal glory—a reminder of past monarchs who have guided their realms with grace and dignity. Their legacy lives on within this vibrant community. The Imperial Institute in London stands as a beacon of knowledge and collaboration—an institution where minds converge to foster progress across borders. It epitomizes the shared pursuit of enlightenment among Commonwealth countries. An exact delineation engraving showcases bustling cities like London and Westminster alongside their vibrant suburbs—a representation of urban landscapes shaped by centuries-old traditions melding harmoniously with modernity. Amidst turmoil during World War II, a bomb disposal unit springs into action—brave individuals risking their lives to protect communities from harm. This selfless act embodies the collective strength found within each member nation. A powerful poster emerges from those dark days—a rallying cry urging The British Commonwealth of Nations Together; an embodiment of solidarity amidst chaos; reminding us that we are stronger united than divided. Colored shoulder patches proudly worn by Australian Corps soldiers reflect both national pride and camaraderie amongst allies—their bravery etched forever into history books as they fought side by side for freedom's cause. From football stadiums' rooftops spotters keep watchful eyes over crowds below—an image encapsulating how ordinary citizens contribute to safeguarding public safety—an essential aspect nurtured within the Commonwealth.