Fairfax Collection (page 3)

Mary Somerville (born Fairfax) (1780-1872), Scottish scientific writer, born in Jedburgh. After she was widowed in 1807she had the opportunity to study mathematics and astronomy

Naval Court-martial On Board H. m. s. Swiftsure
Naval Court-martial On Board H.m.s. Swiftsure, Devonport, On The Stranding Of H.m.s. Howe: Mr. Bousfield, Q.c.; Admiral H. Fairfax; Mr. Rickard (judge Advocate); Admiral Sir R.m. Molyneux

Fairfax Court House, United States of America, Us, Usa, 1870S Engraving

Mary Somerville
MARY SOMERVILLE nee FAIRFAX Scottish writer on mathematics and physical science 1780 - 1872

Cascade Falls, Elliot Nature Preserve, Fairfax, California

The tomb of George Washington at Mount Vernon, his home in Fairfax County, Virginia
GEORGE WASHINGTON: TOMB. The tomb of George Washington at Mount Vernon, his home in Fairfax County, Virginia. Steel engraving, 1838, after William Henry Bartlett

Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia, the residence and place of burial of George Washington
MOUNT VERNON, 1839. Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia, the residence and place of burial of George Washington. Steel engraving, 1839, after William Henry Bartlett

Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington in Fairfax County, Virginia. Wood engraving, 19th century
MOUNT VERNON. Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington in Fairfax County, Virginia. Wood engraving, 19th century

CIVIL WAR: FAIRFAX, 1861. Confederate Army picket soldiers of North Carolina fleeing before the advances of Union Army forces at Fairfax, Virginia, 1861

CIVIL WAR: FAIRFAX, 1861. The Union attack on Fairfax Court Hourse, Virginia, 1 June 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

MARY FAIRFAX SOMERVILLE (1780-1872). Scottish writer on mathematics and physical science. Chalk drawing by James Rannie Swinton, 1848

INDIANA PROVINCE, 1781. French Map of the area around Fort Pitt and the New Province of Indiana, dedicated to Benjamin Franklin, 1781

VIRGINIA: SOLDIERs REST. Soldiers Rest farmhouse in Berryville, Clarke County, Virginia, where George Washington is said to have stayed in 1748 while surveying the land for Lord Bryan Fairfax

THOMAS FAIRFAX (1612-1671). Third Baron Fairfax of Cameron. English Parliamentary commander. Stipple engraving, English, 18th century

PURITANS: SATIRE, c1650. Cromwell pypeth unto Fairfax. Satire on the Puritans. English royalist playing card, c1650

MARY FAIRFAX SOMERVILLE (1780-1872). Scottish writer on mathematics and physical science. Steel engraving, American, 1874

Group of Confederate prisoners at Fairfax court-house. Date 1863 June printed later, c1866

8th US Infantry at Headquarters Army of Potomac near Fairfax Court House, Va. June, 1863. Group portrait of troops with military band at left. Date 1863 June printed later

Royal Wedding 1963 - royal guests
Page from the Tatler showing the various members of the royal family arriving at Westminster Abbey for the wedding of Princess Alexandra of Kent to Angus Ogilvy on 24 April 1963

Sir Thomas Fairfax, Parliamentary general
Sir Thomas Fairfax (1612-1671), 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, Parliamentary general and commander-in-chief during the English Civil War. circa 1650

HREC2A-00023
George Washington dancing a minuet at Sally Fairfaxs home in colonial Virginia. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Civil War in America. Fairfax Courthouse, the headquarte
General Beauregard led the Confederate Army throughout the American Civil War. His actions started the war after opening fire on Fort Sumter on April 12th 1861

The Civil war in America. gallant charge of Federal (Unionis
Federal (Unionist) troops charge into Fairfax to release two Federal prisoners about to be hanged by the Confederates, on 31st May 1861

Thomas Lord Fairfax - 8
THOMAS third baron FAIRFAX Son of Ferdinando : parliamentary military commander and statesman during the English Civil War

Mary Somerville / Leisure
MARY SOMERVILLE nee FAIRFAX Scottish writer on mathematics and physical science, with one of her daughters in Florence

George Baron Goring
GEORGE BARON GORING, earl of Norwich. Royalist military commander who defeated Fairfax at Seacroft Moor & commanded the left wing at Marston Moor

Mary Somerville / Croll
MARY SOMERVILLE nee FAIRFAX Scottish writer on mathematics and physical science

Mary Duchess Buckingham
MARY FAIRFAX, duchess of BUCKINGHAM, wife of George Villiers, second duke

New York Zouaves
New York firemen zouaves turning out to support pickets between Alexandria and Fairfax Courthouse, Virginia

Confederate Retreat
As the Federal Army advances on Fairfax, Virginia, Carolinian pickets of the Confederate Army retreat through the woods

Cromwell Piping Fairfax
A satirical view of a Puritan (Cromwell piping in Lord Fairfax)

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Fairfax, a name that resonates with history and significance. From the Fairfax and Council to Thomas Lord Fairfax, this place holds tales of power and influence. Just like in "The Importance of Being Earnest, " where characters navigate their way through societal expectations, it has its own story to tell. In January-April 1914, the Fifth Course at Central Flying School in Upavon witnessed aspiring aviators taking flight towards their dreams. Meanwhile, the Preliminary layout and development plan of the Manor Estate Housing Scheme in 1924 showcased a vision for growth and progress. Colonel T. F. Fairfax's creation by Vincent Brooks Day & Son in 1879 captures an artistic representation of strength and valor. And let us not forget Oliver Cromwell's letter to General Fairfax in 1646 (1865), reminding us of a time when words held immense power. The Battle of Langport stands as a testament to bravery on these grounds, while FAIRFAX (1612 - 1671) left his mark on history through his actions during the Battle of Naseby. Amidst all this historical weight lies an element of playfulness – fancy dress. Whether it be for celebrations or masquerades, Fairfaxes have embraced whimsy throughout time. Even beyond its historical events and figures, Fairfax boasts architectural marvels like the Fairfax Hotel on 43rd and Locust Streets in Philadelphia, PA. A symbol of elegance standing tall amidst bustling streets. So here we are today, connected by our shared knowledge about this captivating place called Fairfax. Let us continue unraveling its stories together as we delve deeper into its past – one caption at a time.