December Collection (page 6)

Christmas market, Domplatz, Brixen-Bressanone, South Tyrol, Italy

Christmas market, Domplatz, Brixen-Bressanone, South Tyrol, Italy

Night view of the main street and Zwolferturm medieval tower decorated with Christmas lights, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Night view of the main street and Zwolferturm medieval tower decorated with Christmas lights, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Night view of the main street and Zwolferturm medieval tower decorated with Christmas lights, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Night view of the main street and Zwolferturm medieval tower decorated with Christmas lights, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Christmas market, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Christmas market, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Christmas market, Sterzing-Vipiteno, South Tyrol, Italy

Nativity scene and Christmas tree, Ortisei - St. Ulrich, South Tyrol, Italy

Nativity scene and Christmas tree, Ortisei - St. Ulrich, South Tyrol, Italy

Street adorned with festive Christmas decorations, Ortisei - St. Ulrich, South Tyrol, Italy

Street adorned with festive Christmas decorations, Ortisei - St. Ulrich, South Tyrol, Italy

Christmas market, Ortisei - St. Ulrich, South Tyrol, Italy

Aerial panoramic of Christmas fairy lights and markets in the old alleys of Lecco old town at dusk, Lake Como, Lombardy, Italy

The ruins of St Michaels Church on Burrow Mump, reflected in the River Parrett, Burrowbridge, Somerset, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Aerial view of St Michaels Tower and Glastonbury Tor, surrounded by a sea of mist, Somerset, England. Winter (December) 2022.

Sunrise over snow covered Castle Drogo on a chill winter morning, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Sunrise over snow covered Castle Drogo on a chill winter morning, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Aerial view of Castle Drogo on a snowy winter morning, Dartmoor, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Aerial view of Castle Drogo on a snowy winter morning, Dartmoor, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Sunrise over snow covered Castle Drogo on a chill winter morning, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Cookworthy Knapp (Nearly Home Trees) at sunrise on a frosty winter morning, Lifton, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Cookworthy Knapp (Nearly Home Trees) on a frosty winter morning, Lifton, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Flooded fields on the Somerset Levels on a misty morning, Glastonbury, Somerset, England. Winter (December) 2023.

Tree lined road on a beautiful misty, autumn morning, Somerset, England. Autumn (December) 2022.

Snow on Belstone Tor in Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2022.

Brentor Church on the summit of Brent Tor in Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Winter (December) 2022.

Granite cliffs from Pordenack Point, Lands End, Cornwall, England. Winter (December)

FIA PRIZE GIVING - VERSAILLES, FRANCE, 2017
FIA Prize Giving Versailles, France. December 8, 2017. Billy Monger with Jean Todt during the FIA Prize Giving at Versailles

A1GP 2006/07, Rd 5, Sentul
10.12.2006 Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia, Jonny Reid, Driver of A1Team New Zealand - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2006/07, Round 5, Sentul, Sunday Race 2 - Copyright A1GP - Free for editorial usage

Children being good for Christmas (colour litho)
8656392 Children being good for Christmas (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas comin,' Don't you see, Makes us good as, Good can be)

November and December (chromolitho)
8677388 November and December (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: November and December, All Saints' Day and Christmas)

Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon in his coronation robes. Hand-coloured engraving
543746 Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804. Napoleon in his coronation robes. Hand-coloured engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804, Hand-coloured engraving
543736 Coronation of Napoleon I, 2 December 1804, Hand-coloured engraving.; (add.info.: Napoleon placing the crown on Empress Josephine.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Seminole, Native American Indians attacking fort flying the American flag
528738 Seminole, Native American Indians attacking fort flying the American flag. This is possibly on a fort on the Withlacoochee River, in December 1835. ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Paris Fashion for December, 1860 (engraving)
1579532 The Paris Fashion for December, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Paris Fashion for December. Left to right: Visiting Dress, Walking Dress, Evening Dress)

Edward VII (London,1841-London,1910), 1903 (engraving)
3697268 Edward VII (London,1841-London,1910), 1903 (engraving); (add.info.: Edward VII (London,1841-London,1910). King of the United Kingdom and the Emperor and the Britihs Dominions

The Bombardment of Canton on December 1857, 19th century (engraving)
3522093 The Bombardment of Canton on December 1857, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: The Bombardment of Canton on December 1857); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Shepherd's Calendar, 1848
3480247 The Shepherd's Calendar, 1848; (add.info.: Bringing in the Christmas Pudding. Illustration for December for John Clare's 'The Shepherd's Calendar 1848)

Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1900): British position at Sherpore, Cabul (Kabul)
530488 Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1900): British position at Sherpore, Cabul (Kabul). Gatling gun bastion making ready to repel attack by the Ghazis, 23 December 1879

First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: William McNaghten (1793-1841) British diplomat
530476 First Anglo-Afghan War 1838-1842: William McNaghten (1793-1841) British diplomat, orientalist and colonial administrator: instigated interventionist policy in Afghanistan

Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians
530416 Boston Tea Party, 26 December 1773. Inhabitants of Boston, Massachusetts, dressed as American Indians, throwing tea from vessels in the harbour into the water as a protest against British

Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: General Alexei Nicholaevitch Kouropatkin, commander of Russian forces in Manchuria
530181 Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: General Alexei Nicholaevitch Kouropatkin, commander of Russian forces in Manchuria, directing the campaign from his car

Cornation of Napoleon I and Empress Josephine, 2 December 1804. Hand-coloured engraving
543791 Cornation of Napoleon I and Empress Josephine, 2 December 1804. Hand-coloured engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: In Possession. Prussian officers billeted on a French family, December 1871. Engraving
538319 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: In Possession. Prussian officers billeted on a French family, December 1871. Engraving; Universal History Archive/UIG.

In the Snow, Victorian card
BAL10168 In the Snow, Victorian card; Private Collection.

A1GP 2007/08, Rd 4, Zhuhai
14.12.2007 Zhuhai, China, Oliver Jarvis (GBR), driver of A1 Team Great Britain - A1GP World Cup of Motorsport 2007/08, Round 4, Zhuhai

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"December: A Kaleidoscope of Moments and Memories" As the year draws to a close, December unveils its vibrant colors like a mesmerizing rainbow illustration by Arthur Ferrier. It paints the world with hues of hope and reflection, reminding us of the beauty that exists even in the darkest times. In this month of festivities, our hearts find solace within "A House Full" by Cecil Aldin. Warmth fills every corner as loved ones gather, creating cherished memories that will forever be etched in our souls. Like an Earthrise photograph turned artwork, December brings moments of awe-inspiring unity. We remember the Christmas Truce of 1914 during WW1 when enemies laid down their weapons to celebrate peace together. It serves as a reminder that humanity's capacity for compassion can transcend even the harshest conflicts. Yet amidst such harmony, there are reminders of struggle and sacrifice. The sight of a German Panzer tank from 1944 or British guns dashing through French towns reminds us of those who fought bravely for freedom and justice. It also marks new beginnings and aspirations for higher education. As students embark on their academic journeys, they carry dreams that will shape their futures like Don Bradman going out to bat for the last time in Melbourne Cricket Ground – determination radiating from his every step. Just as Apollo 17 astronauts ventured into space with curiosity and courage, we too embrace December's spirit of exploration. It encourages us to reach beyond our limits and discover new frontiers within ourselves. However, history is not without its scars; it bears witness to human suffering like "The Bombardment of Hartlepools" captured by James Clark. These somber events remind us never to forget past atrocities so we may strive towards a future free from violence and injustice. On HMS Albion (R07), once used as a Commando Carrier, bravery permeates every deck – a testament to the indomitable spirit of those who protect and serve.