Dover Collection (page 3)

Matthew Webb
3586314 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

Matthew Webb
3586311 Matthew Webb; (add.info.: Portrait of Matthew Webb (1848-1883) the first recorded person to swim the English Channel without the use of aids

At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start (b/w photo)
8648456 At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At Cape Grisnez, Mr Holbein ready to start)

Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les
530322 Louis Bleriot (1872-1936), French aviator, flying over the cliffs at Dover after crossing the English Channel from Les Boraques near Calais, France

US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo)
8626480 US President Woodrow Wilson welcomed on his arrival in Dover, 1918 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Archibald Bodkin)

Terrace houses on the Dover seafront
5307649 Terrace houses on the Dover seafront.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting terrace houses on the Dover seafront; Dover Castle on top of the cliffs. Dated 19th century)

Map showing the area in the North Sea mined by the British during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, pub.1915
3502686 Map showing the area in the North Sea mined by the British during WWI, from The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, pub.1915; (add.info)

The approach to Dover on the Channel Steamer, 1850
3330074 The approach to Dover on the Channel Steamer, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the approach to Dover on the Channel Steamer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875
530607 Captain Matthew Webb (1848-1883) English swimmer. First man to swim the English Channel, 24-25 August 1875. Took 21 3/4 hours to cross from Dover to Calais

The Glorious Defeat of the Spanish Armada, between Dover and Calais in 1588 (engraving)
8632464 The Glorious Defeat of the Spanish Armada, between Dover and Calais in 1588 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lacey's Picturesque Views in Great Britain: Dover (engraving)
8640293 Lacey's Picturesque Views in Great Britain: Dover (engraving) by Bonner, George Wilmot (1796-1836); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dover)

First balloon crossing of English Channel, 7 January 1785 by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, French inventor
528362 First balloon crossing of English Channel, 7 January 1785 by Jean-Pierre Blanchard, French inventor, and American Dr John Jeffries from Dover to Guines, 2 hours 30 mins

Flying above Dover
Ricky Siegers

L'attaque navale de Zeebrugge et Ostende; Apres Zeebrugge, Le blockhaus du commandant... 1918. Creator: Unknown
L'attaque navale de Zeebrugge et Ostende; Apres Zeebrugge, Le blockhaus du commandant du "Vindictive", 1918

L'attaque navale de Zeebrugge et Ostende; Apres Zeebrugge, le retour triomphal du... 1918. Creator: Unknown
L'attaque navale de Zeebrugge et Ostende; Apres Zeebrugge, le retour triomphal du "Vindictive" a Douvres: l'equipage pousse des hourras, 1918

'The Return of Mr. H.M. Stanley; Once more on English Soil-- Arrival of Staley at the Admiralty Pie Creator
The Return of Mr. H.M. Stanley; Once more on English Soil-- Arrival of Staley at the Admiralty Pier, Dover, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

London - Harrods department store
05 September 2019, Great Britain, London: The famous Harrods department store in South Kensington on Brompton Road. Photo by: Waltraud Grubitzsch/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

Couple of sheep graze in grassy field, Yorkshire Dales, UK (Edwin Remsberg / VWPics via AP Images)

South England - Wells
In the old town of Wells in the south of England - on a historic building blows the English national flag, taken in August 2018 | usage worldwide Photo by

Dover Kent UK City Street Map
Vector Illustration of a City Street Map of Dover, Kent, UK. Included files are EPS (v10) and Hi-Res JPG. Data courtesy from Ordnance Survey: VectorMap District https

USA, Florida, Dover, Interstate 4, Airstream Ranch, Buried Airstream Travel Trailers, Roadside Art, Cadillac Ranch

Samphire Hoe Country Park, Dover, Kent, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Dover, date unknown (watercolourand pencil on paper)
7528545 Dover, date unknown (watercolourand pencil on paper) by Havell, William (1782-1857); 45x62 cm; Gallery Oldham, UK; (add.info.: From the Charles Lees Collection By Attrib)

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rusty
Barbara

Cartoon, John Bulls Alien Act -- a satirical comment on an incident which took place on 10 April 1848, when a Frenchman was heard shouting out that all the English were cowards

Vanessa Redgrave and James Fox walk along the beach at Dover, Kent on the set of the film " Isadora", the biopic based on the life of celebrated American dancer Isadora Duncan

Vanessa Redgrave and James Fox sit in their cast chairs on the pebbled beach at Dover, Kent on the set of the film " Isadora"

Picture shows people celebrating in October 1944. World War Two was still raging, but the people of England still found something to celebrate. Picture taken 1st October 1944. Location is Dover, Kent

Vanessa Redgrave and James Fox filming a screen kiss, during the filming of Isadora, the biopic based on the life of celebrated American dancer Isadora Duncan. This scene is being filmed at Dover

Hellfire Corner, Dover Castle, Kent, England. See other frames in this set showing, Dame Vera Lynn opens English Heritage Hellfire Corner at Dover Castle, Kent. England

Dame Vera Lynn opens English Heritage Hellfire Corner at Dover Castle, Kent. England. Hellfire Corner is a series of secret tunnels in the famous White Cliffs under Dover Castle

Visit to England by the Shah of Persia
Visit by Ahmad Shah Qajar (1898-1930) - Shah of Persia (Iran) from 1909 to 1925. The Qajar dynasty. An inspection of the guard of honour at Dover

Britain Sunrise
The sun rises over London, looking east with tall building at centre The Shard, and bridges from nearest, Battersea Bridge, Albert Bridge and Chelsea Bridge across the River Thames

The historic Kiplin Hall on the banks of the River Swale, Yorkshire, United Kingdom. (Edwin Remsberg / VWPics via AP Images)

Wales
The seafront promenade at Aberystwyth, Wales (Lucas Vallecillos / VWPics via AP Images)

Queen Elizabeth II
Britains Queen Elizabeth II travels in a carriage to parliament for the official State Opening of Parliament in London, Monday, Oct. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

London - Tower Bridge
05 September 2019, Great Britain, London: The Tower Bridge over the Thames during the blue hour. Photo by: Waltraud Grubitzsch/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

The twelve bens, Irish Landscape, Connemara, County Galway, Republic of Ireland, Europe. Photo by: Paul Mayall/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

Ireland
Cliffs of Moher. County Clare, Ireland (Mikel Bilbao / VWPics via AP Images)

South England - Brighton
View of the sea bridge Palace Pier in Brighton in the south of England, taken in August 2018 | usage worldwide Photo by: Reinhard Kaufhold/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Images

The Golden Arrow, S. R. leaving Shakespeares Cliff, Dover, 1940
The Golden Arrow, S.R. leaving Shakespeares Cliff, Dover, 1940. The Golden Arrow was a luxury boat train of the Southern Railway and later British Railways

White Cliffs of Dover, Kent, England

UK, England, Kent, Dover, Dover castle from Castle Street

UK, England, Kent, Dover, Dover Castle from the centre of the town

UK, England, Kent, Dover, Dover old town

England, Kent, Dover, St. Margarets Bay, Beach Huts and Cliff Top Housing
England, Kent, Dover, St.Margarets Bay, Beach Huts and Cliff Top Housing

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"Dover: A Tapestry of History and Beauty" Dover, a coastal town in Kent, England, holds within its embrace a rich tapestry of history and natural beauty. From deceiving invaders with the state of the tide to being the gateway for luxurious travel between London and Calais, it has witnessed countless tales unfold. In 1947, amidst post-war optimism, a couple strolls arm in arm on a railway platform beside the opulent locomotive known as the "Golden Arrow. " This train linked London to Dover, where eager passengers embarked on ferries bound for Calais in France. It was an era filled with hope and dreams of exploration. Venturing beyond the bustling town center lies St Margarets Bay at Cliffe - a serene haven nestled along the coast. Here one can find tranquility amidst picturesque landscapes that seem straight out of a painting. And if you venture further into Wales, even goats take leisurely walks through charming countryside paths. Sports enthusiasts will find solace at Crabble Cricket ground - an iconic venue where cricket matches have been played for generations. The spirit of unity is celebrated at Franco-British Exhibition held in London; it serves as a reminder that despite differences, collaboration brings forth progress. The White Cliffs stand tall as proud sentinels guarding this historic town's shores. These majestic cliffs are not only visually stunning but also serve as symbols of resilience throughout centuries past. They have witnessed wars fought and victories won – enduring testaments to England's strength. Traveling down Old Dover Road Blackheath takes us back in time; it whispers stories from days gone by when horse-drawn carriages traversed these very streets. Meanwhile, Cotswold Games dating back to the 17th century evoke images of merriment-filled festivities celebrating English traditions. Even across waters lie connections between nations: rowers from Oxford bravely crossing the English Channel in 1885, showcasing the indomitable spirit of sportsmanship.