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Fetes at Louveciennes, 1771. Jean-Michel Moreau the Younger (1741-1814) French painter. Court painter to Louis XV from 1770

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) at the age of seven playing his violin in front of Empress Maria Theresa. The story is that when Mozart had finished

Etats Generaux de Paris assembled in Paris cathedral, 1328 with Philip of Valois (1293-1350) presiding. Assumed regency on death of Charles IV until Charles pregnant widow gave birth to daughter who

St Martins Dream. Fresco, Basilica of St Francis, Assisi, Italy. St Martin of Tours (c316-397), Hungarian-born saint. Gave half his coat to a beggar in Amiens on a winters night

Charles Plumier (1646-1704) French friar, botanist and botanical explorer, was born at Marseilles. Appointed royal botanist by Louis XIV in 1693

Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of lightness. Wood engraving 1890

Black Country near Bilston, Staffordshire, England, at night, showing glowing furnaces and chimneys belching smoke. Engraving from Staffordshire and Warwickshire Past

Jean Calvin (1509-1564) French theologian. Protestant reformer. He settled in Geneva and was leading figure in the Protestant Reformation

Loss of iron paddle-steamer troop ship Birkenhead off Simons Bay South Africa 26 February 1852. Commanding officer, Colonel Seton, gave the order Women and children first

Loss of the Birkenhead iron paddle-steamer troopship which sailed from Queenstown (Cobh) Ireland for Cape of Good Hope 7 January 1852 Foundered off Simons Bay South Africa 26 February

Loss of the Birkenhead iron paddle-steamer troopship sailed from Queenstown (Cobh) Ireland for Cape of Good Hope 7 January 1852, foundered off Simons Bay, s Africa on 26 February

Island of Thera (Santorin) in eruption of 1866. Horseshoe shape created during cataclysmic eruption c1500 BC. May have created tidal wave destroying Knossus. Perhaps gave rise to Atlantis legend

The Cowshed mezzotint after George Morland (1763-1804) English artist. Cowman milks into bucket. Milkmaid waits, holding yoke on which buckets carried. Hay loft: Lantern: hens

Emile Zola (1840-1902) French journalist and novelist of the Naturalistic school, addressing the conference of the Institute of Journalists in London, 1893

Dr. Livingstones Missionary Travels and Researchers in South Africa: Three Lions Attempting to Drag down a Buffalo, as Seen by Mr. Oswell and Major Vardon, 1857

For the care of his lamb, and their comical pranks, He gave them a ham, and abundance of thanks. I wish you good day, my fine fellows, said he, My compliments, pray, to Dame Wiggins of Lee

The Influenza Gave a Young Doctor a Rise in his Profession, Engraving 1890

Hasburgs Empire. Abdication of Charles V in Brussels (1555-1556). He gave the imperial throne to his brother Ferdinand I and the crown of Aragon, Burgundy and Castilla to his son Philip II. Engraving

Estr饳, Gabrielle d, Duchesse de Beaufort, Duchesse dɴ ampes (1573-1599). French mistress of King Henry IV of France, she gave birth to three children

Spain (1832). Madrid. Church of the Royal Monastery of San Jer󮩭 o in Madrid. Blessing act of the flags that H.M. The Queen gave to the different corps of the army (28th June 1832)

Zamora Pyxis. 946. This pyxis has a notice explaining

Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti, Called
TINTORETTO, Jacopo Robusti, called Il (1518-1594). The Entrance of Philip II in Mantua. Francesco Gonzaga gave the

It might help some if Wall Street gave trading stamps. Illustration shows a throng of people on Wall Street rushing to purchase stocks from trading houses that offer various amounts of green or pink

America gave you all you have to give, give it - she needs it now!. Poster showing workers against a background of smokestacks. Date 1917

Percival Pott
PERCIVALL POTT surgeon at St Bartholomews hospital, London, who gave his name to a fracture of the ankle and a deformity of the spine, Potts disease. Date: 1714 - 1788

Packing Poppies
Packing artifical poppies of linen or silk, at the British Legion, for Remembrance Day, in memory of those who so bravely gave their lives during World War One. Date: 1940

Making Poppies
Making artifical poppies of linen or silk, at the British Legion, for Remembrance Day, in memory of those who so bravely gave their lives during World War One. Date: 1940

Fergus Fionnliath
Fergus Fionnlaith hated dogs & threw rocks at them, but the powers that protect animals gave him a squint so that he always threw crooked. From the story of the Birth of Bran

Ballad / Lord Randal
LORD RANDAL O yes, I am poisoned, mother, make my bed soon, for I m sick at the heart, and I fain wald lie down (His true love gave him eels boiled in broth.) Date: traditional

Nathaniel St Andre, Rabbit Docto
Undated upper body engraving of Nathaniel St Andre, " Rabbit Doctor". Attended to the phenomenon of Mary Tofts the Pretend Rabbit Breeder and was taken in by her deception

Lear / Nonsense / Prague
There was an Old Person of Prague, who was suddenly seized with the Plague; But they gave his some butter, which caused him to mutter, and cured that Old person of Prague

Lear / Nonsense / The Dee
There was an Old Man of the Dee, who was sadly annoyed by a flea; When he said, I will scratch it, they gave him a hatchet, which grieved that Old Man of the Dee

Prince George and war ambulance
Prince George, later Duke of Kent (1902-1942), fourth son of King George V and Queen Mary, in the courtyard of Buckingham Palace with Mr Hansell

Royal Commission in the House of Lords, 1846
Engraving showing the seating of the Commission which gave Royal Assent to the Corn Bill, in the House of Lords, June 1846

The Witching Waves Ride, White City, London, 1909
Illustration showing the Witching Waves ride at the White City amusement ground, London, 1909. This ride gave the impression of travelling over a series of waves whilst travelling in a small car

Petula Clark and Max Factor
Petula Clark (b. 1932) English singer kissing Max Factor (1877-1938) Polish American businessman and cosmetician, at a party at the Dorchester that he gave to meet the stars

Richard Sands Air Walking at Drury Lane, 1853
Engraving showing Richard Sands (d.1861), the American acrobat, equestrian and air walker, performing at Drury Lane Theatre, London, March 1853

Railway accident at Chester showing a dilapidated span of the Dee Bridge. It was thought that the weight of the train caused it to strike a girder at which point the bridge gave way

SS Great Western in a Heavy Gale, North Atlantic, 1846
Engraving showing the Steamship Great Western being struck amidships in a gale during a crossing from Liverpool to New York in 1846

Dr Slade: spirit writing trial
Sketches of the trial of Henry Slade, showing Slade in the centre. Slade first practised his spirit communication in America before travelling to England where he gave seances from his lodgings in

Dr Slades spirit writing trail
A message from the spirits: a sketch of a slate showing a message from Dr Slades deceased wife. Slade first practised his spirit communication in America before travelling to England where he gave

Dog-Walking 1913
A lady manages to both keep warm and look elegant in a woollen tailleur du matin, while her dogs make do with what nature gave them

Augustus Earl of Bristol
AUGUSTUS JOHN HERVEY, third earl of BRISTOL Naval commander, gave evidence at Byngs trial : husband of Elizabeth Chudleigh, a lady of scandalous habits

Aunt Sallys Christmas Boxes: John Crasss Discomfiture
A Victorian family around a dining table during the distribution of envelopes of money, or Christmas boxes to servants. The servant who has just received his is either embarrassed or unimpressed with

Jean Nicot / Tobacco
JEAN NICOT French diplomat who introduced tobacco from Portugal into France, depicted presenting it to Catherine de Medicis; he gave his name to nicotine

Procession in Petrograd
A solemn procession on the Nevski Prospekt, Petrograd, mourns those who gave their lives in the name of freedom. Date: March 1917

Reine Claude
CLAUDE, first wife of Francois I : she gave her name to a species of greengage, to which she is pointing in this picture

Leonhard Fuchs
LEONHARD FUCHS German medical and botanist (gave his name to the fuchsia)

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"Giving Through Time: A Legacy of Courage, Compassion, and Contribution" From the launch of Hms Dreadnought in 1906 to the suffragette movement led by Pankhurst and Gawthorpe Rutland in 1907, history has been shaped by those who gave their all for a cause. Allington Castle near Maidstone, Kent witnessed acts of generosity that went beyond its walls. In "The Scotsman Who Gave His Opponent That" by H. M. Bateman, we see how even in competitive moments like cricket matches or political debates, giving can take unexpected forms. Charles Lightoller's heroic actions during the Titanic disaster exemplify selflessness amidst chaos. Sir Joseph Bazalgette's visionary work on London's sewage system reminds us that giving extends beyond individuals; it encompasses improving society as a whole. The Animal Welfare Card symbolizes our responsibility to give voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. During World War II, the USA rallied under propaganda slogans like "We gave for our own, for our allies, " highlighting the sacrifices made for freedom and justice worldwide. Suffragette W. S. P. U Pinner Constance Lytton fought tirelessly so future generations could enjoy equal rights. Through "Sketches of Cricket in India" from 1890 or James Ist Earl Abercorn's contributions to his community and country, we witness how people from different backgrounds have given their talents and resources towards fostering understanding and unity. Lastly, Young New Zealand represents the hope invested in younger generations who will continue to give back with compassion and determination. As we reflect on these diverse stories of giving throughout history, let us be inspired to make our mark today – whether through small acts of kindness or grand gestures – knowing that every contribution counts towards building a better world for all.