Convention Collection (page 3)

Democratic National Convention - Judge Alton B. Parker of NY, President, American Bar... 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Democratic National Convention - Judge Alton Brooks Parker of New York. President, American Bar Association, 1912

Democratic National Convention - Ex-Senator Francis B. Cockerell, Mrs. E.B. Cockerell... 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Democratic National Convention - Ex-Senator Francis B. Cockerell, Mrs. E.B. Cockerell, Robert Hogan, 1912

Democratic National Convention - At Left, Bennett Clark, Son of Champ Clark, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Democratic National Convention - At Left, Bennett Clark, Son of Champ Clark, 1912

Revolutionary allegory, 1794. Creator: Nicolas Henri Jeaurat de Bertry
Revolutionary allegory, 1794

The Political Handicap, from Puck, n.d. Creator: Joseph Keppler
The Political Handicap, from Puck, n.d

Jean Zeller, a visitor to the Plant Maintenance and Eng?
Jean Zeller, a visitor to the Plant Maintenance and Engineering Show in Philadelphia?s Convention Hall, studies a model of a proposed Moon base, circa 1960. Date: circa 1960

Florida, Orlando, Convention Center, Orange County

Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA downtown skyline on the Tennessee River at dusk

Shenzhen, China city skyline in the civic center district at twilight

Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline on the river at sunset

Taipei City, Taiwan urban cityscape after sunset

Mobile, Alabama, USA skyline on the river

Mobile, Alabama, USA downtown skyline panorama on the river

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown skyline at dusk

Mobile, Alabama, USA river skyline

Tampa, Florida, USA downtown skyline on the bay at dusk with water traffic

Tampa, Florida, USA downtown skyline on the bay

Tampa, Florida, USA downtown skyline on the bay at dawn

Tampa, Florida, USA downtown skyline on the bay at twilight

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown city skyline at dusk

Mobile, Alabama, USA skyline on the river at dusk

WICHITA, KANSAS - AUGUS 30, 2018: The confluence of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River at the Keeper of the Plains near downtown Wichita

WICHITA, KANSAS - AUGUS 31, 2018: The confluence of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River at the Keeper of the Plains near downtown Wichita at dawn

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown skyline in the afternoon

Knoxville, Tennessee, USA downtown skyline and tower

Japan, Honshu, Tokyo, Tokyo Waterfront City, Odaiba, Tokyo Big Sight Convention Center Building

Canada, Quebec, Montreal, Palais des Congres de Montreal, convention center. colored windows

Shenzhen skyline at twilight with the tallest building of the city on background: the Ping An IFC, China

RMS Titanic, British Titanic Society, welcome desk sign
RMS TITANIC: British Titanic Society Welcome Desk sign used in the 1990s at Southampton conventions. Ex-Brian Ticehurst collection. Plus approximately 21 Titanic Commutator reference magazines

YWCA Convention in China, early 1900s

British soldiers being gassed at Ypres. WWI
How the gas devil comes - Thick green mist came rolling towards the parapet On the 22nd April 1915 at Ypres, the Germans used poisonous chlorine gas for the first time

Satirical cartoon, Evacuation of Holland and Brabant. Showing General Charles-Francois Dumouriez retreating with the French army (in blue)

LOUIS XVI ON TRIAL
Louis XVI - known as citoyen Louis Capet - appears before the Convention Nationale to hear the charges brought against him. He will be found guilty and condemned to die. Date: 25 December 1792

A convention of pink Chevrolet classic cars, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

John Evelyn Denison, 1st Viscount Ossington, 1800 -1873
3062065 John Evelyn Denison, 1st Viscount Ossington, 1800 -1873 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sweden, Scania, Malmo, Malmo Live Concert and Congress Halls Date: 24-05-2019

Royalist uprising against the Convention on 5 October 1795 (13 Friday year IV)
JLJ4617932 Royalist uprising against the Convention on 5 October 1795 (13 Friday year IV): Napoleon I Bonaparte (1769-1821) represses the Riost before the Church of Saint Roch (Saint-Roch) in Paris

Above and Below Board (litho)
3643437 Above and Below Board (litho) by Gibson, Charles Dana (1867-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Above and Below Board. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

How happy could I be with either (colour litho)
3641564 How happy could I be with either (colour litho) by Anderson, Martin " Cynicus" (1854-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: How happy could I be with either)

FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1794 - The closing of the Hall of Jacobins at Paris, France on 27-28 July 1794 - French Revolution
XEE4151216 FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1794 - The closing of the Hall of Jacobins at Paris, France on 27-28 July 1794 - French Revolution

Maximilian Robespierre at the Convention (Seance of 19 Thermidor 1794), Jean Lambert (Jean-Lambert)
XEE4146678 Maximilian Robespierre at the Convention (Seance of 19 Thermidor 1794), Jean Lambert (Jean-Lambert) Tallian threatens Robespierre with a knife - Popular engraving of the period by French

Finale (photo)
1095028 Finale (photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finale. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Jean Denis, comte Lanjuinais, at the rostrum of the Convention, French Revolution, 2 June 1793 (engraving)
972673 Jean Denis, comte Lanjuinais, at the rostrum of the Convention, French Revolution, 2 June 1793 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Denis)

Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (coloured engraving)
XIR245141 Pacification of the Vendee by General Hoche (1768-97) 20th April 1795 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Carlton Club Banquet to Lord Beaconsfield (engraving)
1059787 The Carlton Club Banquet to Lord Beaconsfield (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Carlton Club Banquet to Lord Beaconsfield)

Portrait of Maximilian Marie Isidore de Robespierre (1758-1794), French politician
LSE4088729 Portrait of Maximilian Marie Isidore de Robespierre (1758-1794), French politician, with a conventional - in " Collection de costumes d armes et meubles pour l histoire de la

A Study in Contrast, Convention (litho)
1601416 A Study in Contrast, Convention (litho) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Study in Contrast, Convention)

night of the 9 Thermidor year II (July 27, 1794), 1864 (oil on canvas)
FIA5371569 night of the 9 Thermidor year II (July 27, 1794), 1864 (oil on canvas) by Jacobi, Valeri Ivanovich (1834-1902); State Tretyakov Gallery

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"Unveiling the Blueprint: The Convention that Shaped a Nation" In 1787, amidst the birth of a new nation, delegates gathered in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution of the United States. This historic convention laid the foundation for democracy and governance as we know it today. Meanwhile, in Mitchell, South Dakota, another unconventional convention took place - at Mitchells Corn Palace. With its vibrant murals made entirely of corn cobs, this unique gathering celebrated local culture and community spirit. Across continents and centuries, conventions have played pivotal roles in shaping societies. From an extract of the reconstructed Constitution of a state to debating the US Constitution itself back in 1787, these gatherings brought together brilliant minds to forge paths towards progress. One such groundbreaking event was the Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, New York in 1848. Elizabeth Cady Stanton's powerful address marked a turning point for gender equality and ignited a movement that continues to inspire change worldwide. From historical milestones to modern marvels like Shenzhen's cityscape at dusk with its Civic Center and Ping An IFC dominating the foreground – they are not limited by time or geography. They serve as platforms for innovation and collaboration across borders. Even moments of transition find their place within conventions' narratives; symbolized by The Kaiser handing over his sword to Douglas Haig during World War I – signifying both surrender and hope for peace ahead. Conventions also bring political leaders into focus. Franklin, Hamilton, and other delegates passionately discussing ideas that would shape America’s destiny or Adlai Stevenson arriving at Chicago's Democratic National Convention embodying democratic ideals through their presence. Beyond national boundaries lies France where Guard of National Convention stands tall - representing resilience amid revolutionary times while Robert F. Kennedy epitomizes leadership as he engages with crowds during his political journey. Whether they occur on grand stages or intimate settings; whether they echo through history books or capture our present they can the catalysts that propel societies forward.