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Nelson outlining his battle plans for Trafalgar, 1805
This picture illustrates the famous incident when Nelson, visiting Lord Sidmouth five weeks before Trafalgar, dipped a finger in the port and sketched his plan for the expected battle

Tatler front cover: Duchess of York and Princess Elizabeth
The Tatler front cover featuring a photograph of the Duchess of York (later Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother) with Princess Elizabeth of York (later Queen Elizabeth II) taken in July 1927

Derby County vs. Bury F. A. Cup Final, 1903
Illustration of a Derby County defender heading the ball clear, as Bury attack during the F.A. Cup Final, 18th April 1903

English Electric Canberra PR. 7 - PR. 9 prototype WH793
English Electric Canberra PR.7 (PR.9 prototype) WH793, at the 1955 SBAC Farnborough Air-show. A brand new PR.7 taken from the production line and converted by D. Napier and Sons Ltd

North American XA2J-1 Super Savage 124439. The sole XA2J-1 to be completed, first flown on 2 January 1952, suffered from the same woes with the Allison T40 engines that every other aircraft that was

A Naval Officers Experience in Big Game Shooting in India (engraving)
1056589 A Naval Officers Experience in Big Game Shooting in India (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Prince of Wales hunting in the Terai (engraving)
1059240 The Prince of Wales hunting in the Terai (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales hunting in the Terai)

More Explosions expected! Startling Reports!! (engraving)
1627633 More Explosions expected! Startling Reports!! (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: More Explosions expected! Startling Reports!)

A General Election from a Soldiers Point of View (engraving)
1041279 A General Election from a Soldiers Point of View (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A General Election from a Soldiers Point of View)

Tom is expected (engraving)
2792605 Tom is expected (engraving) by Bradley, Basil (1842-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tom is expected. Illustration for Cassells Penny Readings edited by Tom Hood (Cassell, c 1880)

Portland Borstal Silent Hour
Silent Hour at the Borstal in Portland, Dorset. Inmates were expected to use the time in reading, writing letters etc. Date: 1945

The Rebellion in the Soudan, the Material with which Baker Pasha was expected to Defeat the Rebels (engraving)
1061447 The Rebellion in the Soudan, the Material with which Baker Pasha was expected to Defeat the Rebels (engraving) by English School

A Snow Effect on the North-West Frontier (litho)
1039419 A Snow Effect on the North-West Frontier (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Snow Effect on the North-West Frontier)

Return of the Troops from Egypt, Sketches in Advance (engraving)
1061151 Return of the Troops from Egypt, Sketches in Advance (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Troops from Egypt, Sketches in Advance)

INVASION OF BRITAIN The English expected that Napoleons army would cross the Channel in huge, flat- bottomed boats, oared like a galley but with sails as well Date: 1803

How Faint Heart won Fair Lady (engraving)
1056638 How Faint Heart won Fair Lady (engraving) by Boyd, Alexander Stuart (1854-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: How Faint Heart won Fair Lady)

Sketching an Eagles Nest in the Highlands, a Visit Momentarily expected (engraving)
1047587 Sketching an Eagles Nest in the Highlands, a Visit Momentarily expected (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium (b / w photo)
3092355 The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Caledon Hot Mineral Baths and Sanatorium)

"Yacht Ahoy!"Sooner back than expected (litho)
1627311 " Yacht Ahoy!" Sooner back than expected (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Yacht Ahoy)

Tale of a Dog (engraving)
1062424 Tale of a Dog (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tale of a Dog. Illustration for The Graphic)

Some occasions when a gentlemen is not expected to give up his seat to a lady (litho)
1090739 Some occasions when a gentlemen is not expected to give up his seat to a lady (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Spanish Reinforcements for Cuba, Papal Benediction of Troops at Vittoria before their Departure (litho)
1056620 The Spanish Reinforcements for Cuba, Papal Benediction of Troops at Vittoria before their Departure (litho) by English School

The Coming Election, the Humours of Canvassing (engraving)
1047444 The Coming Election, the Humours of Canvassing (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coming Election, the Humours of Canvassing)

Ms Fr 343 fol. 3 Sir Galahad is Welcomed to the Round Table
XZL145678 Ms Fr 343 fol.3 Sir Galahad is Welcomed to the Round Table, from the Queste del Saint Graal, c.1380-85 (vellum) by Italian School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Twenty four hours a day construction continues on the 165ft grain silo at Spillers Ltd, Cleveland Street, in the heart of industrial Hull

Avro 701 Athena T Mk. 2 VW892
Avro 701 Athena T Mk.2 VW892, (second prototype T Mk.2), at the 1948 SBAC Radlett air show. Originally designed for turboprop power to Air Ministry Specification T.7/45 as the Athena T Mk.1

William Pitt drilling militia at Walmer Castle, when a French invasion was expected Date: 1803

SUPPER TABLES & BUFFET SUPPER TABLES & BUFFET
Supper tables with buffet. You are expected to help yourself to what you fancy at the buffet table, then take a seat at one of the smaller tables with whoever you fancy. Date: circa 1900

THE FAMILYS RETURN
THE UNEXPECTED RETURN Servants giving a party are disturbed when Master and Mistress come home sooner than expected (scene from a play, Les Cuisinieres)(the cooks) Date: 1823

Le Monument du Costume Interior three ladies
Le Monument du Costume Interior with three ladies and a young man in conversation N ayez pas peur, ma bonne Amie. (title on object) Le Monument du Costume

Spanking Breeze 1922
A young woman reveals more than she expected to on a very windy day

Illustration, More Than He Expected -- an old man seeking the elixir of life is shocked to see a sudden outpouring of babies. circa 1910

Iron Gates at Wembley
A man stands by the gates at Wembley Stadium which have been reinforced to prevent the doors being rushed at the Cup Final where record crowds are expected. Date: 1930

Post Office telegraph from OMHS Buckingham Palace
A Post Office telegraph from O.M.H.S. Buckingham Palace, dated 15th August 14. To E. D. Towse, Esq. Swanley Village, Kent

WW2 safety poster, Don t Take Risks, Take Care. Use a ladder to top bins or the unexpected is just what is to be expected! Design by Victor Hicks. Date: 1940s

Why the Expected Presents didn t arrive by Will Owen
Humorous illustration by Will Owen showing a disconsolate Father Christmas bemoaning the fact that he had chosen an airship, rather than a sleigh to deliver presents

Autumn Study Engraving n. d Pen brown ink red-brown wash
Artokoloro

Source Size = 3575 x 1476
The Rebellion in the Soudan (Sudan), the Material with which Baker Pasha was Expected to Defeat the Rebels: 1. he had Never had a Rifle in his Hands Before

Source Size = 3373 x 1374
The Rebellion in the Soudan (Sudan), the Material with which Baker Pasha was Expected to Defeat the Rebels: 2. the Correct Position. 3. an Anxious Moment

Source Size = 3402 x 1713
THE REBELLION IN THE SOUDAN (SUDAN), THE MATERIAL WITH WHICH BAKER PASHA WAS EXPECTED TO DEFEAT THE REBELS: 4. Startling Result: The Bullet Hits the Ground Ten Yards Off. 5

At Versailles, France: the Expected Entry of the King, 1873 Engraving

REPAVEMENT OF THE STRAND, LONDON, UK; The usually crowded roadways of Fleet Street and the Strand have just been in part re-laid with granite pavement

John the Baptist in prison, print maker: Cornelis Massijs, Cornelis Massijs, 1550

The Prince of Wales Hunting in the Terai: up a Tree: Wild Elephants Expected, 1876

The Air-Liner of the Future, 1914. Idea for a transatlantic air liner which would fly at 10, 000 but in an emergency could descend to sea level and skim the surface

REPAVEMENT OF THE STRAND, LONDON, UK; The usually crowded roadways of Fleet Street and the Strand have just been in part re-laid with granite pavement

At Versailles, France: the Expected Entry of the King, 1873 Engraving

A weak ticket in the field - and a weaker expected - If the Republicans have done feebly at Chicago, what may we expect of the Democrats at Cincinnati?. Cartoon showing James A

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"Unveiling the Grand Strategy: Nelson outlining his battle plans for Trafalgar, 1805" "Glamour and Royalty: Duchess of York and Princess Elizabeth grace the Tatler front cover" "The Clash of Titans: Derby County vs. Bury F. A. Cup Final, 1903 - Anticipated Football Glory" "Innovating Aviation Excellence: English Electric Canberra PR. 7 - PR. 9 prototype WH793 takes flight as expected" "A Thrilling Hunt in Exotic Lands: A Naval Officer's Experience in Big Game Shooting in India (engraving)" "Royal Pursuits in the Wild Terai: The Prince of Wales indulges in hunting adventures (engraving)" "Explosions on the Horizon. Startling Reports. Brace for Impact. (engraving)" "A Soldier's Perspective on Democracy: Witnessing a General Election unfold (engraving)" "The Awaited Arrival: Tom is expected to make an appearance soon (engraving)" "Momentary Silence at Portland Borstal Silent Hour - Discipline Expected to Prevail" "Baker Pasha's Arsenal Against Rebellion Unveiled - The Material that was expected to crush the Soudanese Rebels (engraving)" "Icy Majesty on the Frontier Line.