Hand Shake Collection

LEEs SURRENDER 1865. Peace in Union. The surrender of General Lee to General Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, 9 April 1865. Reproduction of a painting by Thomas Nast

England captain Billy Wright shakes hands with Italy captain Riccardo Carapellese in 1949 +
Football - 1949 / 1950 International Friendly - England 2 Italy 0 Billy Wright, England captain, and Carapellese, Italys captain shaking hands before the international kicked off at White Hart Lane

United Trade Unions poster for the Popular Front, spring 1936
FRANCE: POPULAR FRONT, 1936. United Trade Unions poster for the Popular Front, spring 1936

Russo-Japanese treaty at Portsmouth NH, 1905
President Theodore Roosevelt presiding over the Treaty of Portsmouth ending the Russo-Japanese War, 1905. Hand-colored halftone illustration

Greeting from Ireland - postcard
Greetings from Ireland - a souvenir postcard

CORBETT & SULLIVAN, 1892. James J. ( Gentleman Jim ) Corbett (right) shakes hands with John L. Sullivan at the beginning of their championship fight in New Orleans, 7 September 1892

SISLER, RUTH & COBB, 1924. American professional baseball players George Sisler, Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb, photographed at the opening game of the World Series between the New York Giants

Silent Film Still: Offices

Picture shows (right) Mr Alan Pegler, who bought The Flying Scotsman engine in 1963, receiving a silver replica of the engine from a British Rail official

Bobby Charlton leaving the pitch at Old Trafford with young fans rushing to shake his hand or pat him on the back after Manchester Uniteds last game of the season against Leicester

Snooker player Steve Davis with Mike Reid in Romford shaking hands after a game of snooker. 8th June 1981

Fred Perry (right) walks out onto the centre court with his opponent Jack Crawford (left) of Australia for the 1934 Mens Wimbledon Final

Fred Perry (GB) shakes hands with his opponent George Lott (USA at the Wimbledon Mens Quarterfinals 1934 Fred Perry won 6-4 2-6 7-5 10-8 Fred Perry won Wimbledon in 1934, 1935)

Princess Diana, HRH The Princess of Wales, meets Mr Mohamed Al Fayed at Harrods for a breakfast reception, as she attends the " Heart of Britain" book launch

Arthur Robert Ashe, Jr. (July 10, 1943 - February 6, 1993) was an American World No. 1 professional tennis player Ashe, an African American

Yamacraw Indians meeting Georgia colonists, 1730s
James Olglethorpe and first English settlers landing in Georgia, greeted by Native Americans, 1733. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Lekythos, c. 375-350 BC (Pentablic marble)
3576952 Lekythos, c.375-350 BC (Pentablic marble) by Greek School, (4th Century); 46.36x24.77x24.77 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh, USA; (add.info.:); Gift of Mr. and Mrs

Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP (colour litho)
3093795 Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man rushing to shake the hand of his MP)

The White House (litho)
1603691 The White House (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The White House. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 November 1892)

Hands shaking across Ireland (colour litho)
3094395 Hands shaking across Ireland (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hands shaking across Ireland)

Customary Greeting in the Netherlands, 1907 (colour litho)
473015 Customary Greeting in the Netherlands, 1907 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Picture shows Mr Alan Pegler, who bought The Flying Scotsman engine in 1963, leans out the cabin window to greet Lord Provost Sir Herbert Brechin at Waverley Station, Edinburgh. Scotland

General De Gaulle paid a visit to a midland tank factory, and he is seen here chatting to a member of the Home Guard, who is a winner of the Croix de Guerre. October 1941

Bobby Charlton, of Manchester United, meets young fan Leslie Ripley of Barking, East London. 13 year old Leslie went to his first football match today

Fred Perry (Right - GB) shakes hands with John Van Ryn (Left - USA) after Fred Perry beat him in the Third Round of the The Mens Wimbledon Championship. 4-6 6-1 6-3 10-8 Picture taken 27th June 1935

Nel Tarleton vs Johnny McGrory, British Feather Weight title fight held at Anfield, Liverpool. (Picture shows) Nel Tarleton (left) and Johnny McGrory shaking hands before their feather weight bout

Fred Perry (right) and Gottfried von Cramm (left) of Germany shake hands at the net after the Mens Wimbledon finals. Fred Perry won the final 6-1, 6-1, 6-0 Fred Perry won Wimbledon in 1934

The Bishop of Malmesbury bids farewell to one of the Church Army Crusaders teams which toured seaside resorts in the 1950s. Circa 1955

Blackpool beat Bolton 4-3 in the 1953 Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. The Blackpool captain Harry Johnston receives the trophy from her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen shaking hands with Tom Jones at the Royal Variety Show at the London Palladium. 13th May 1968

American world champion heavyweight boxer Muhammad Ali (formerly Cassius Clay) with broadcaster and sports writer Peter Wilson at Clays White City training camp ahead of his rematch with Henry

Muhammad Ali and Leon Spinks ahead of the second fight to be held at the Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Circa September 1978

Sky Blues new boys: Martin Jol and Bob Latchford(right) get acquanted after joining Coventry City on free transfers. 26th June 1984

Coventry City players wish Gordon Milne a fond farewell as he leaves the club to join second division Leicester City as manager. 2nd August 1982

Coventry City players wish Gordon Milne a fond farewell as he leaves the club to join second division Leicester City as manager. 2nd August 1982

Celtic captain Billy McNeill, and Liverpool captain Ron Yeats, shake hands before the first leg of the European cup winners cup, semi-final, at Celtic Park, Glasgow. April 1966 P007128

Sport - Rugby - Two of the greatest players to represent Wales shake hands at St Helens on April 10, 1954. Ken Jones (left)

Fulham v Brristol Rovers March 1958 After their three one victory over Rovers three Fulham players congratulate each other. Left to right Trevor Tosh Chamberlain, Joe Stapleton and Arthur Stevens

Fulham v Brristol Rovers March 1958 After their three one victory over Rovers three Fulham players congratulate each other. Left to right Trevor Tosh Chamberlain, Joe Stapleton and Arthur Stevens

Man Shaking Hands with the Devil

UNCLE SAM, 1902. Uncle Sam greets Cuba. Cartoon by Thomas Fleming, 1902

Work Pays America! American poster, c1936-39, by Vera Bock for the Works Progress Administrations Federal Art Project
NEW DEAL: WPA POSTER. Work Pays America! American poster, c1936-39, by Vera Bock for the Works Progress Administrations Federal Art Project

SCOPES TRIAL CARTOON, 1925. When Shall We Three Meet Again? Cartoon from an American newspaper, 1925, shortly after the close of the Scopes monkey trial on the teaching of evolution in publicly

Wampanoags and Plymouth colonists pledge peace, 1621
Chief Massassoit negotiating a peace agreement with the Pilgrims of Plymouth, 1621. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mr. Harold Wilson saying goodbye to the Irish Prime Minister Liam Cosgrave on the steps of No. 10 Downing Street. April 1974

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President Grover Cleveland greeting citizens at a White House public reception, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Penns treaty with Native Americans in Pennsylvania
Native Americans concluding an agreement with William Penn, 1680s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

EFL Sky Bet Championship: Preston North End vs. Brighton and Hove Albion Clash at Deepdale (14Jan17)
Match action during the EFL Sky Bet Championship game between Preston North End and Brighton and Hove Albion at Deepdale, Preston, on the 14th January 2017

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"Capturing Moments of Unity: A Celebration of Handshakes" LEEs SURRENDER 1865: Witnessing the historic handshake between General Lee and General Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, on April 9th, 1865 - a symbol of peace restored in the Union. Bridging Nations through Sports: England captain Billy Wright extends his hand to Italy captain Riccardo Carapellese in a friendly football match in 1949, showcasing the power of sportsmanship and camaraderie. Solidarity for Workers' Rights: United Trade Unions poster from spring 1936 exemplifies the strength found within handshakes as workers unite under the Popular Front banner for fair treatment and improved conditions. Diplomatic Accord: The Russo-Japanese treaty signed at Portsmouth NH in 1905 marked an end to conflict as representatives from both nations shook hands, paving the way for peaceful relations. Warm Greetings from Ireland: A postcard depicting two individuals sharing a handshake showcases Ireland's welcoming spirit and their belief in building connections through simple gestures. Legends Unite on Baseball's Grand Stage: George Sisler, Babe Ruth, and Ty Cobb captured together during the opening game of the World Series in 1924 - their handshake representing mutual respect among baseball greats. Silent Film Era Etiquette: An office scene frozen in time captures professionals exchanging handshakes as a sign of trust and agreement amidst early cinematic storytelling. Sealing Deals with Confidence: Michael Knighton gained public attention when he confidently shook hands during business negotiations back in August 1989 - demonstrating that sometimes success begins with a firm grip. Preserving Iconic Heritage: Mr Alan Pegler's purchase of The Flying Scotsman engine in 1963 was commemorated by his handshake with railway history - preserving an iconic piece of locomotive heritage. Football Legend Embraces Young Fans.