Final Collection (page 83)

Zurich Tagfassung
The final session of the Zurich Tagsatsung (Diet) before the administrative changes

Death of the Buddha
The death of Siddhartha Gautama, known as the BUDDHA - the Final Release

St Marys Church, Lenham
ST MARYs CHURCH, LENHAM, KENT The lychgate - shelter to many newlyweds embarking on a new life, as well as those returning for the final time

Battle of Volturno 5
The final repulse of the Neapolitans is brought about by a charge by Garibaldis men

WW1 / 1915 / ALLIES LEGS
With the Allies on their last legs, Germany - fresh and fit - awaits the final round of the fight (but this is May 1915, with more than three years to go !)

Soviet Rocket Launcher
Russian soldiers loading a Katyusha rocket launcher during the final advance into Berlin

Woman Checks Makeup 1928
A woman checks her makeup in a mirror: initial idea in watercolour (for final version, see picture 10031680)

Napoleon after Defeat
AFTER WATERLOO It is he ! - a French peasant family contemplate their Emperor after his final defeat

Football Match at Oval
Old Etonians defeat Blackburn Rovers in the final tie of the Challenge Cup contests at Kennington Oval, London

Last town before park entrance, Death Valley, California, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

The last remaining forest of biblical cedars in Lebanon, Cedar Forest, Lebanon, Middle East

Newgate / London Wall
Newgate, in London Wall, was destroyed and rebuilt over and over again, until its final demolition in 1767 : this is how it was rebuilt after the Great Fire of London

Costume / Dressmaking
COSTUME FITTING A well-off German woman is attended to by her dressmaker who makes the final adjustments to a new pink satin evening dress

Olympics / 1932 / Hurdles
Mens 3000 metre hurdles: Evenson (Great Britain) wins the heat, but comes 2nd in the final

OLYMPICS / 1928 / WOMEN 100M
Robinson wins womens 100 metre final

Telling Room at Mint
After final examination the coins are counted automatically into bags containing a specific value

1918 / German Resistance
German forces put up dogged resistance during the final days of war

Rossini / Tell / Trio
The celebrated trio from Act Two in which Tell, Walter and Arnold swear to free Switzer- land from the Austrian yoke, which they will do before the final curtain falls

Grappling Broken Cable
Crew and engineers cluster in the bows of the Great Eastern as a final attempt is made to grapple the broken cable from the sea-bed

Rossini / Comte Ory
The final scene, where the perfidy of the Count is revealed and all ends more or less happily

Bleriot before Take-Off
Anzani, who built Bleriots motor, exchanges a few final words before the aviator takes off on his history-making flight to Dover

Thomas / Mignon / Liebig 5
Act 2 final scene : the conservatory is set alight by the mentally disadvantaged Lothario, and Wilhelm rescues Mignon

Thomas / Hamlet / Liebig 6
Act 5 scene 4 : the final duel leaves the stage littered with bodies

Cup Final 1923
Trouble at the Cup Final when the over-capacity Wembley crowd invades the field; but order is restored and Bolton Wanderers win the cup against West Ham

A Touch of Lipstick 1926
A Twenties girl at her dressing table adds a final touch of lipstick

Dandy (Williams) 1818
A beau adds the final touches to his toilet, surrounded by garments including pantaloons, a corset, top boots & bicorne hat. His shirt frill & watch seals are enormous

Cycling Cats Good Night
A ginger tom with a Cheshire cat grin whizzes by on a penny farthing with 3 kittens in tow as he wishes us Good Night from a banner. Probably the final slide of the evening

Wembley Workmen 1930
Workmen fixing goal posts at Wembley Stadium two days before the 55th F.A. Cup Final, when Aresenal defeated Huddersfield Town (2-0), in front of a 98, 488 crowd

Tartinis Dream
TARTINIs DREAM In a visionary dream, the devil plays the music he needs for the final passage of a piece, known in consequence as the Devils Trill Sonata

Horse Racing / Melbourne
Final adjustments to a horses bridle before the start of a race at Melbourne, possibly the Melbourne Cup

DORANDOs MARATHON 1908
Pietri Dorando of Italy wins the marathon from Windsor to the Olympic stadium, but because he is assisted during the final metres he is disqualified

Crimea Malakoff Taken
The French take the Malakoff, the most important of the Russian defence works : its capture leads to the fall of the city and final defeat for the Russians

WW1 / 1918 / EITHER OR
EITHER... OR... The German army on the Western Front makes its final effort

Posting a Letter
An American boy goes out with his dog in the snow to the pillar-box to post his final instructions to Santa Claus

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"Capturing the Essence of Triumph: Unforgettable Final Moments in History" A Majestic Encounter: Queen Elizabeth II presents Bobby Moore with the World Cup, a moment etched in football history. The Olympic Glory: Witnessing the breathtaking finish of the 1924 Olympic 400m race, where Eric Liddell's determination shone through. Unexpected Beauty: Amidst intense tennis battles on Centre Court, a dandelion delicately discovered, reminding us of nature's resilience. Legendary Rivalry: Nottingham Forest vs. Derby County F. A. Cup Final, 1898 – an unforgettable clash that ignited passions and defined English football. The Ultimate Confrontation: Sherlock Holmes and Moriarty locked in a struggle that would forever be remembered as their final encounter. Battling for Glory: France/Ireland Rugby 23 – an epic showdown showcasing strength and skill on the field like never before. Clash of Titans: Scipio Africanus meeting Hannibal at the Battle of Zama; two brilliant military minds leaving an indelible mark on ancient warfare tactics. Reaching New Frontiers: An Apollo 17 astronaut gazes upon Earth from space, symbolizing humanity's quest for exploration and knowledge beyond our planet's limits. Skies Above Wembley: The Graf Zeppelin gracefully soaring over Wembley during the F. A Cup Final – a mesmerizing sight blending aviation marvels with sporting excellence. Forever Champions. Reliving England's victory in the iconic 1966 World Cup Final at Wembley Stadium against West Germany – a triumph celebrated by generations to come. The Thrill of Speed & Skill : Air Race for Kings Cup Poster captures adrenaline-pumping aerial competition among daredevil aviators vying for glory. Nostalgic Farewell .