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Background imageDescent Collection: Elizabeth Bessie Coleman (1892-1926)

Elizabeth Bessie Coleman (1892-1926)
Elizabeth Bessie Coleman, 1892-1926, the first female pilot of African American descent and the first person of African American descent to hold an international pilot license. Date: 1926

Background imageDescent Collection: KATERI TEKAKWITHA

KATERI TEKAKWITHA
KATERI (CATHERINE) TEKAKWITHA Saint of Iroquois/Algonquin descent. Fleeing persecution, she settled in Quebec, where she devoted her life to God. Date: 1656 - 1680

Background imageDescent Collection: The Descent of Queen Elizabeth II. Family Tree

The Descent of Queen Elizabeth II. Family Tree
A genealogical table of the descent of Queen Elizabeth II. Bordering it are photographs of historically correct reproductions of the Crowns of Estate from William I to Charles I

Background imageDescent Collection: 1863 Huxley from Ape to Man evolution

1863 Huxley from Ape to Man evolution
Ordered series of primate skeletons. The Frontis engraving by Waterhouse Hawkins from the first edition of Huxleys 1863 " Evidences as to Mans Place in Nature"

Background imageDescent Collection: Dr. Beebe climbing out of his bathysphere, August 1934

Dr. Beebe climbing out of his bathysphere, August 1934
Photograph of Dr. William Beebe and his two-ton iron bathysphere off St. George, Bermuda, 11th August 1934. Dr

Background imageDescent Collection: Charles Darwin with a lookalike ape

Charles Darwin with a lookalike ape
Charles Darwin holding up a hand mirror to an ape, showing how alike the pair of them are

Background imageDescent Collection: Genealogical Table - Queen Elizabeth II

Genealogical Table - Queen Elizabeth II
A genealogical table or family tree showing Queen Elizabeth IIs descent from the Norman, Anglo-Saxon and Scottish Kings, and the Duke of Edinburghs descent from Harold, last of the Anglo-Saxon kings

Background imageDescent Collection: 1863 Huxley from Ape to Man, age-toned

1863 Huxley from Ape to Man, age-toned
Ordered series of primate skeletons. The Frontis engraving by Waterhouse Hawkins from the first edition of Huxleys 1863 " Evidences as to Mans Place in Nature"

Background imageDescent Collection: Sunrise on the Crater Rim of Kibo Peak

Sunrise on the Crater Rim of Kibo Peak
Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Background imageDescent Collection: Saint Joseph

Saint Joseph
SAINT JOSEPH putative or nominal father of Jesus of Nazareth, husband of Mary, woodworker by trade: credited with royal descent from David, King of Israel

Background imageDescent Collection: 1887 Jubilee genealogical tree of Queen Victoria

1887 Jubilee genealogical tree of Queen Victoria
Genealogical tree of Queen Victoria and her descendants, published in occasion of the 1887 Golden Jubilee. 1887

Background imageDescent Collection: Garnerins balloon and parachute

Garnerins balloon and parachute

Background imageDescent Collection: Royal Wedding 1923 - Strathmore family tree

Royal Wedding 1923 - Strathmore family tree
Page from The Sphere showing the joint descent of Prince Albert, Duke of York and Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon who married at Westminster Abbey on 26 April 1923

Background imageDescent Collection: The Chapter House Doorway, Wells Cathedral, Somerset

The Chapter House Doorway, Wells Cathedral, Somerset. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageDescent Collection: Missal Vetus Oxemense. Drop cap depicting The Pentecost. 12t

Missal Vetus Oxemense. Drop cap depicting The Pentecost. 12t
Codex Missal Vetus Oxemense. Anonimous. 12th-13th centuries. Parchment. Drop cap depicting The Pentecost. Spain

Background imageDescent Collection: G Jefferson fails at pole vault, 1932 Olympics

G Jefferson fails at pole vault, 1932 Olympics
A falling American pole-vaulter grips the cross bar as he makes his descent at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympic Games, failing to make a height of 13 feet 9 inches. Date: 1932

Background imageDescent Collection: Festival for 14 July, Champs Elysees, Paris

Festival for 14 July, Champs Elysees, Paris

Background imageDescent Collection: Balloon event, Green and Cocking

Balloon event, Green and Cocking

Background imageDescent Collection: Garnerin balloon with parachute

Garnerin balloon with parachute
Garnerins balloon with a parachute below, and a French flag waved from the cage

Background imageDescent Collection: Joris-Karl Huysmans / Liz

Joris-Karl Huysmans / Liz
JORIS-KARL HUYSMANS French novelist, of Dutch descent Date: 1848 - 1907

Background imageDescent Collection: Charles Darwin studying a worm

Charles Darwin studying a worm
A satire on Charles Darwin -- after charting the Descent of Man he goes even lower and studies worms

Background imageDescent Collection: Sunset Ride

Sunset Ride
Sandi Bertoncelj

Background imageDescent Collection: Verne / Centre Terre

Verne / Centre Terre
VOYAGE AU CENTRE DE LA TERRE The descent commences

Background imageDescent Collection: Balloon descending into Bristol Channel

Balloon descending into Bristol Channel
A balloon descending into the water of the Bristol Channel, near Watermouth. The passengers were Sadler and Clayfield, who ascended from Bristol. 24 September 1810

Background imageDescent Collection: Poster, Indias First Aerial Pageant

Poster, Indias First Aerial Pageant
Poster, Captain C. D

Background imageDescent Collection: A snowboarder tackles a challenging off piste descent on Mont Blanc, Chamonix

A snowboarder tackles a challenging off piste descent on Mont Blanc, Chamonix, Haute Savoie, French Alps, France, Europe

Background imageDescent Collection: This picture of Hillary and Tensing

This picture of Hillary and Tensing, resting on the South Col on their descent, shows the size of the packs they carried. June 29, 1953.

Background imageDescent Collection: Group Of Multi-Ethnic People Social Networking

Group Of Multi-Ethnic People Social Networking

Background imageDescent Collection: Portrait of the British naturalist Charles Darwin (1809)

Portrait of the British naturalist Charles Darwin (1809)
Portrait of the British naturalist Charles Darwin (1809, 1882) Theory of evolution on the origin of mankind, origin of species, travels around the world, writings on geology, side view, full beard

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese worker, a fisherman or viper trader

A Chinese worker, a fisherman or viper trader
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, animals, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, balancing, black, black-and-white, black-white, china, chinese, collections

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese tea plantation with workers cleaning the racks on which the leaves are placed to dry

A Chinese tea plantation with workers cleaning the racks on which the leaves are placed to dry
1900s, 19th-century, 5 people, acreage, acreages, agrarian, agricultural, agricultural crop, agricultural crops, agriculturally, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese Tea Plantation with Workers Carrying and Roasting the Tea

A Chinese Tea Plantation with Workers Carrying and Roasting the Tea
1900s, 19th-century, acreage, acreages, agrarian, agricultural, agricultural crop, agricultural crops, agriculturally, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese apothecary carrying a basket of various remedies

A Chinese apothecary carrying a basket of various remedies
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, apothecary, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, assorted, baskets, black, black-and-white, black-white, carry, china, chinese

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese bookseller sitting on a box in the street reading in front of his books

A Chinese bookseller sitting on a box in the street reading in front of his books
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, auf, black, black-and-white, black-white, book seller, book sellers, books, box, boxes

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese Magic Lantern Show, c

A Chinese Magic Lantern Show, c
1900s, 19th-century, 2 people, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, black, black-and-white, black-white, china, chinese, computers, contemporary, copy

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese Street Vendor Selling Plants and Flowers

A Chinese Street Vendor Selling Plants and Flowers
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, black, black-and-white, black-white, bloom, blossoms, china, chinese, computers

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese Street Vendor Selling Incense Sticks and Incense Powder

A Chinese Street Vendor Selling Incense Sticks and Incense Powder
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, black, black-and-white, black-white, china, chinese, computers, contemporary, copy

Background imageDescent Collection: A Chinese puppeteer standing on a stool and balancing a miniature stage above him

A Chinese puppeteer standing on a stool and balancing a miniature stage above him
1 person, 1900s, 19th-century, art work, arts, artwork, artworks, asian, asian ethnicity, asians, asiatic, baby boy, balancing, black, black-and-white, black-white, bodies, body, boy, children

Background imageDescent Collection: Adelina Patti, born Adela Juana Maria Patti

Adelina Patti, born Adela Juana Maria Patti
1 person, 18, aged, arts, black, black-and-white, black-white, britain, british, capital, capital city, capitals, character, cities, copy, depiction, depictions, descent, digital, digitally, display

Background imageDescent Collection: NEWBORN BABY HYGIENE

NEWBORN BABY HYGIENE Photo essay from hospital. Mother-child center. Hospital of Meaux (77), France. Child care aid washing the 2-day-old newborn baby girl

Background imageDescent Collection: Male Mallard duck in steep descent with cupped wings

Male Mallard duck in steep descent with cupped wings

Background imageDescent Collection: Stuntman Clem Sohn pictured in his winged and tailed suit in which he jumped out of an aeroplane

Stuntman Clem Sohn pictured in his winged and tailed suit in which he jumped out of an aeroplane and "flew" like a bird some distance over Daytona Beach before descending by parachute

Background imageDescent Collection: The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Livre de Bonnes Meurs, about 1430. Creator: Unknown

The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Livre de Bonnes Meurs, about 1430. Creator: Unknown
The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Livre de Bonnes Meurs, about 1430

Background imageDescent Collection: Descent to Hell, 16th century. Creator: Anon

Descent to Hell, 16th century. Creator: Anon
Descent to Hell, 16th century

Background imageDescent Collection: The Miracle of Pentecost, 16th century. Creator: Anon

The Miracle of Pentecost, 16th century. Creator: Anon
The Miracle of Pentecost, 16th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Evening walk

Evening walk
Alexander Kiyashko

Background imageDescent Collection: Descent of the Holy Spirit. Haarlem?

Descent of the Holy Spirit. Haarlem?. Late 15th century. Anonymous. Catharijneconvent Museum. Utrecht. Netherlands

Background imageDescent Collection: Picture series of various dances

Picture series of various dances, Pavane, Pavana, also Italian Paduana, a straight-bar, solemn-slow step dance or round dance allegedly of Spanish-Italian origin, Liebig picture

Background imageDescent Collection: Baron Sigmund Joseph von Novak

Baron Sigmund Joseph von Novak, also Baron Siegmund Joseph von Novak (born 16 March 1774 in St)

Background imageDescent Collection: Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland)

Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland)
Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland: died 21 August 1862 at Bosiljewo Castle near Karlstadt, Croatia) was an Austrian field marshal of Irish descent

Background imageDescent Collection: Joseph Freiherr von Maroicic di Madonna del Monte

Joseph Freiherr von Maroicic di Madonna del Monte, Croatian Maroicic, (* 6 April 1812 in Oberswidnik, (Upper Hungary), † 17 October 1882 Doebling, today Vienna) was a nobleman of Croatian origin, k

Background imageDescent Collection: Johann Freiherr von Sivkovich, Croatian: Sivkovic

Johann Freiherr von Sivkovich, Croatian: Sivkovic, (born 25 February 1779 in Kerstinyacz near Karlstadt)

Background imageDescent Collection: Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland)

Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland)
Laval Count Nugent of Westmeath (born 3 November 1777 at Ballynacor in Ireland, died 21 August 1862 at Bosiljewo Castle near Karlstadt, Croatia) was an Austrian field marshal of Irish descent

Background imageDescent Collection: Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) Indian philosopher and poet

Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) Indian philosopher and poet, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageDescent Collection: George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824)

George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824), English romantic poet of Scottish descent, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageDescent Collection: George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824)

George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824), English Romantic poet of Scottish descent. Engraving from The World's Great Men (London, ca)

Background imageDescent Collection: George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824)

George Gordon, Lord Byron (1788-1824), English romantic poet of Scottish origin

Background imageDescent Collection: Joseph Joachim Raff, 27 May 1822

Joseph Joachim Raff, 27 May 1822, 24 June 1882, was a German composer and music teacher of Swiss origin, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Alexander Caratheodory Pasha (born 1833)

Alexander Caratheodory Pasha (born 1833)
Alexander Caratheodory Pasha (born 1833, died 1906) was an Ottoman diplomat of Greek descent, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Ary Scheffer (10 February 1795)

Ary Scheffer (10 February 1795)
Ary Scheffer (10 February 1795, 15 June 1858) was a French painter of Dutch origin, Historical, digital reproduction of an original 19th century painting

Background imageDescent Collection: Peter Paul Rubens, 28 June 1577

Peter Paul Rubens, 28 June 1577, 30 May 1640, a painter of Flemish origin. He was one of the most famous Baroque painters, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Bust for the Chamisso Monument in Berlin

Bust for the Chamisso Monument in Berlin, Adelbert von Chamisso, 30 January 1781, 21 August 1838, a German naturalist and poet of French origin, Historical

Background imageDescent Collection: Mandarin, civil servant, from Korea

Mandarin, civil servant, from Korea, in 1880, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Man from Laos, illustration from 1870

Man from Laos, illustration from 1870, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Woman from Laos, illustration from 1880

Woman from Laos, illustration from 1880, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Houses and tombs in house form on Ehas

Houses and tombs in house form on Ehas, island of East New Guinea, illustration from 1880, from the voyages of discovery of the German steamer Samoa, historical

Background imageDescent Collection: Natives of lower tribes on the island of Java

Natives of lower tribes on the island of Java, Indonesia, in 1860, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century, Asia

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Kirghiz

Types of Asian peoples, Kirghiz, illustration from 1881, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Sarte, Population in the Russian-ruled part of Central Asia

Types of Asian peoples, Sarte, Population in the Russian-ruled part of Central Asia, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Malay / Typen asiatischer Voelker

Types of Asian peoples, Malay / Typen asiatischer Voelker, Malaye, Malaie, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Hindu from India / Types of Asian peoples

Types of Asian peoples, Hindu from India / Types of Asian peoples, Hindu from India, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, man from the Chond tribe

Types of Asian peoples, man from the Chond tribe, illustration from 1881, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Japanese woman

Types of Asian peoples, Japanese woman, illustration from 1881, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Persians

Types of Asian peoples, Persians, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Circassians

Types of Asian peoples, Circassians, Caucasian people, illustration from 1881, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Man of the Dravidian people

Types of Asian peoples, Man of the Dravidian people, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Chinese

Types of Asian peoples, Chinese, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Kurdish woman

Types of Asian peoples, Kurdish woman, woman from the Kurdish people, illustration from 1881, historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageDescent Collection: Types of Asian peoples, Tunguse

Types of Asian peoples, Tunguse, Tungusic people, Illustration from 1881, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century



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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Descent: Tracing the Threads of History and Evolution" In a world where time weaves together the tapestry of life, the concept takes on various forms. From the remarkable stories of individuals like Kateri Tekakwitha and Elizabeth Bessie Coleman to the grand lineage depicted in Queen Elizabeth II's family tree, our journey through history is one that unravels fascinating narratives. As we delve into evolution, we encounter Huxley's iconic 1863 illustration "From Ape to Man, " its age-toned pages whispering tales of transformation and progress. Charles Darwin himself stands beside a lookalike ape, symbolizing our shared ancestry and reminding us that every living being has embarked on an extraordinary descent. Beyond human history lies nature's own descent. Dr. Beebe emerges triumphantly from his bathysphere in August 1934, having plumbed unfathomable depths beneath the ocean's surface. His daring exploration unveils hidden worlds below, showcasing how life adapts and evolves even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Art too captures moments of profound descent - be it religious or celestial. "The Pentecost, " painted between c. 1604-14, immortalizes a divine event as tongues of fire descend upon believers with spiritual enlightenment. Meanwhile, sunrise on Kibo Peak's crater rim paints a breathtaking picture as light descends upon Earth’s highest reaches, illuminating both land and sky. Genealogical tables become maps guiding us through intricate webs connecting generations past and present. The Jubilee genealogical tree of Queen Victoria in 1887 reminds us that bloodlines intertwine across borders and cultures while highlighting the significance placed on heritage throughout history. Finally, Saint Joseph stands as a beacon amidst these diverse depictions - his unwavering faith guiding him through trials as he embraces his role within salvation’s narrative. In this vast mosaic called life, each thread weaves a unique story.

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