Conscientious Collection

Postman cycling through snow in Bough Beech, Kent. 28th December 1962

Monk Wine Cellar 14 Cent
A conscientious monk tastes the monastery wine to make sure it is ageing well and keeping in good condition, a duty which must be performed from time to time

Cartoon, Triumph of De-Jenner-Action 1898
Grim reaper holding the vaccination act. A new Vaccination Act removed these penalties and introduced a new clause known as the conscientious objector clause that allowed parents who did not believe

Conscientious Objectors, World War I
Conscientious Objectors doing hard labour, breaking rocks in prison during World War I

U Monk in Wine Cellar
U A conscientious monk tastes the monastery wine to make sure it is ageing well and keeping in good condition, a duty which must be performed

Cartoons, Conscientious Charles, A Story of the Census - trying to complete the census form accurately, he tries to discover his mother-in-law's true age Date: 1891

Conchy, peek-a-boo character by Chloe Preston, WW1
Conchy (conscientious objector), First World War. A peek-a-boo character by Chloe Preston, in hand-painted Savoy china (Birks Grotesques). 1914-1918

Michael Tippett, English composer
Sir Michael Kemp Tippett (1905-1998), English composer, humanitarian and pacifist. Date: circa 1960s

WW1 cartoon propaganda postcard of a conscientious objector (colour litho)
811477 WW1 cartoon propaganda postcard of a conscientious objector (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness
STC451133 The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook

The Industrious Prentice a Favourite and Entrusted by his Master
GHL205229 The Industrious Prentice a Favourite and Entrusted by his Master, plate IV of Industry and Idleness, published 1833 (engraving) by Hogarth

The Industrious Prentice a Favourite and Entrusted by his Master
STC451235 The Industrious Prentice a Favourite and Entrusted by his Master, plate IV of Industry and Idleness, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth

The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness
GHL205226 The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness, published 1833 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 39x33 cm; London Metropolitan Archives

The Industrious Prentice Grown Rich, and Sheriff of London
GHL205233 The Industrious Prentice Grown Rich, and Sheriff of London, plate VIII of Industry and Idleness, published 1833 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); London Metropolitan Archives

The Industrious Prentice a Favorite, and Entrusted by his Master, 1747 (engraving)
1071412 The Industrious Prentice a Favorite, and Entrusted by his Master, 1747 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 26.4x34.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas

Conscientious objector cartoon, WWI
Out of the frying pan - pathetic plight of unconscientious conscientious objector who learns in the Press that he may be put on to minesweeping

Cloth Shopping Bag With Vegetables

Be-medalled General Sir Douglas Haig
General Haig Commanded the BEF First Corps and went on to become Commander in Chief. The card has a message on the other side from a Conscientious Objector - what a card to choose! WW1 Date: 1918

australia, blowing, carbon footprint, choice, cloud, color image, commitment, computer graphic
Tree growing in recycling symbol shape

Hand-painted Example of ?Birks Grotesques?
?Conchy?. Ceramic figurine manufactured by Birks, Rawlins and Company Limited at the Vine Pottery, Stoke on Trent, 1914-1918 (c)

Conscientious objectors on Dartmoor
Conscientious objectors at Princetown Prison working on the Prince of Waless Duchy of Cornwall Estate (which included the prison)

Officers with hat of a conscientious objector, WW1
Page from The Bystander showing two officers holding the battered remnants of a bowler hat belonging to a peace crank orator in Trafalgar Square, London

Conscientious Objectors 1916
Members of the Non-Combatant Corps (N.C.C.), established to utilise the services of conscientious objectors, employed in the construction of a military road in East Anglia Date: August 1916

The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness
XJF397605 The Fellow Prentices at their Looms, plate I of Industry and Idleness, 1747 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; (add.info)

Pacifist posters outside St. Georges Church in Bloomsbury, London, during World War II

Conscientious Objectors Constructing a Military Road in East Anglia

Conscientious objectors parade for a photograph
Many men refused to bear arms, for a variety of reasons. These men are Quakers and opposed to fighting on religious grounds

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"Conscientious: A Journey Through Time and Ideals" In the winter of 1962, a postman braved the treacherous snow-covered roads of Bough Beech, Kent, cycling diligently to deliver mail despite the harsh conditions. His unwavering dedication exemplified the true meaning of conscientiousness. Centuries earlier, within the depths of a wine cellar in a medieval monastery, a monk meticulously tended to barrels filled with aged wines. His careful attention to detail ensured that each sip would be an exquisite experience for those fortunate enough to partake. Across time and mediums, from cartoons depicting triumphs and actions in 1898 to thought-provoking illustrations during World War I, conscientious objectors emerged as symbols of courage and conviction. These individuals stood firm in their beliefs against war while advocating for peace through non-violent means. Amidst these historical narratives lies "Conchy, " a peek-a-boo character created by Chloe Preston during WWI. This whimsical figure brought levity amidst chaos while reminding us that even in times of turmoil, there is room for joy and playfulness. The realm of music also witnessed acts of conscience as English composer Michael Tippett embraced pacifism during World War I. He refused military service on moral grounds but instead used his talents to create harmonies that echoed messages of unity and understanding. As we fast forward into modern times, issues such as climate change have become paramount concerns requiring conscientious choices. From blowing clouds symbolizing carbon footprints to computer graphics illustrating commitment towards sustainability - every action counts towards preserving our planet's future. In this vast tapestry woven with threads from different eras and perspectives emerges one common thread - conscientiousness transcends time and boundaries, and is an innate quality that drives individuals towards making ethical decisions rooted in compassion and responsibility. So let us embrace our inner postman pedaling through adversity or channel our inner monk tending to the delicate wines of life.