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Wreck of Sir Hiram Maxims steam-driven aeroplane. Note the bent axle which was damaged by excessive upward pressure on the antilift rails used to prevent the aeroplane leaving the ground

Sir Hiram Maxim with his flying machine at Baldwyns Park, Kent

Sir Hiram Maxim and visitors at his shed at Baldwyns Park, Kent, showing the motor for driving the whirling table and shaft to same, 1893

Hiram Maxims flying machine at Baldwyns Park Kent
From 1891-1894 Hiram Maxim constructed in the grounds of Baldwyns Park a huge steam-powered biplane machine. Powered with the assistance of a Thorneycroft marine boiler

First model of Hiram Maxims machine gun. From Der Stein der Weisen, Leipzig, c1895. Engraving

Hiram Stevens Maxim (1840-1916) American-born British inventor and engineer. Maxim machine gun. Spy (Leslie Ward) cartoon from Vanity Fair, London, 15 December 1904

Hiram Powers (sculptor), 1890 Engraving

Hiram Maxim / IMechE

Hiram Maxim and gun

Transferring the coffin of Ulysses S. Grant from the corridor of City Hall, New York City
BURIAL OF ULYSSES S. GRANT. Transferring the coffin of Ulysses S. Grant from the corridor of City Hall, New York City, to the catafalque on 8 August 1885. Contemporary wood engraving

Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885), 18th President of the United States, and his family
GENERAL GRANT AND FAMILY. Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885), 18th President of the United States, and his family. Mezzotinit by John Sartain, 1868, after William Cogswell

General Ulysses S. Grants campaign before the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia, during the American Civil War
VA: GRANTs CAMPAIGN, 1864. General Ulysses S. Grants campaign before the Siege of Petersburg, Virginia, during the American Civil War. Front page of Harpers Weekly, 20 August 1864

President Ulysses S. Grant on the front of a U.s fifty dollar note, 1969
FIFTY DOLLAR BILL. President Ulysses S. Grant on the front of a U.S fifty dollar note, 1969

Depositing the coffin of Ulysses S. Grant in the tomb, and firing of volleys of musketry by the 7th and 22nd Regiments
BURIAL OF ULYSSES S. GRANT. Depositing the coffin of Ulysses S. Grant in the tomb, and firing of volleys of musketry by the 7th and 22nd Regiments, N.G.S.N.Y. 8 August 1885

A view of the East Room of the White House as redecorated by President and Mrs. Ulysses S
WHITE HOUSE: EAST ROOM. A view of the East Room of the White House as redecorated by President and Mrs. Ulysses S. Grant in 1873 with patterned carpet, wall coverings and gas chandeliers

18th President of the United States. Autograph signature
ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. Autograph signature

Ulysses S. Grant election rally at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2 October 1868
ELECTION RALLY, 1868. Ulysses S. Grant election rally at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 2 October 1868. Line engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

The Garfield and Rudolph Families, at the Rudolph Home in Hiram, Ohio. President James A
GARFIELD FAMILY, 1881. The Garfield and Rudolph Families, at the Rudolph Home in Hiram, Ohio. President James A. Garfield is standing second from left. Photographed c1881

18th President of the United States. Photographed c1865
ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. Photographed c1865

18th President of the United States. President Grant and family. Mezzotint, American, c1870
ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. President Grant and family. Mezzotint, American, c1870

Calling In Frauds. American cartoon, 1875, by Thomas Nast hailing Secretary of the Treasury Benjamin Bristows vigorous
WHISKY RING CARTOON, 1875. Calling In Frauds. American cartoon, 1875, by Thomas Nast hailing Secretary of the Treasury Benjamin Bristows vigorous prosecution of members of the Whisky Ring during

The Third Term Trap. Cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1875, supporting President Ulysses S
NAST: THIRD TERM, 1875. The " Third Term" Trap. Cartoon by Thomas Nast, 1875, supporting President Ulysses S. Grants disclaimer of seeking a third term

(1822-1901). American politician. Cartoon, 1870, by Thomas Nast on the irony of Revels occupying the Senate seat
HIRAM RHOADES REVELS (1822-1901). American politician. Cartoon, 1870, by Thomas Nast on the irony of Revels occupying the Senate seat from Mississippi once held by Jefferson Davis

18th President of the United States. Photographed by Mathew Brady
ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. Photographed by Mathew Brady

Gainst the League, Ain t You Warren? Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 26 July 1920
LEAGUE OF NATIONS CARTOON. Gainst the League, Ain t You Warren? Cartoon by Rollin Kirby from the New York World, 26 July 1920, in which presidential candidate Warren G

White House: State Dinner
WHITE HOUSE: STATE DINNER. A state dinner at the White House, Washington, D.C. for members of the diplomatic corps, the Cabinet, and the U.S

Grant Cartoon, 1874
GRANT CARTOON, 1874. A Step in the Right Direction. American newspaper cartoon, 1874, by Thomas Nast on the dispute in Arkansas between elected Governor Elisha Baxter

ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). 18th President of the United States. An anti-Grant cartoon of 1876

BATTLE OF FORT DONELSON. Ulysses S. Grant at the storming of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, 15 February 1862. Lithograph, 1862, by Currier & Ives

ULYSSES S. GRANT. Commander of the Union Armies, Ulysses S. Grant, at City Point, Virginia, during the siege of Petersburg, Virginia, during the American Civil War, 1864

INAUGURAL BALL, 1873. Inaugural ball given for the second inauguration of President Ulysses S. Grant on 4 March 1873. Wood engraving from a contemporary newspaper

INAUGURAL BALL, 1869. Inaugural ball at the Treasury Department following the inauguration of President Ulysses S. Grant on 4 March 1869. Wood engraving from a contemporary newspaper

COUNCIL OF WAR. The Council of War. General Ulysses S. Grant, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, and President Abraham Lincoln. Plaster group by John Rogers, 1868

ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). Eighteenth President of the United States. Poster from the 1868 presidential campaign. Wood engraving, 1868

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGNS. Song sheets and song book from the 19th century

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN 1872. Our Three Great Presidents: Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, and Ulysses S. Grant. Lithograph, American, 1872

ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). Union general and future U. S. President Ulysses S
ULYSSES S. GRANT (1822-1885). Union general and future U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant in a trench before the Siege of Vicksburg in 1863. Engraving, 1899

MAXIM INCANDESCENT LAMP. American inventor Hiram Percy Maxims incandescent lightbulb. Line engraving, late 19th century

HIRAM POWERS (1805-1873). American sculptor. Steel engraving, American, 1874

HIRAM RHOADES REVELS (1822-1901). American politician: wood engraving, American, 1870

GRANTs INAUGURATION, 1873. The second inauguration of President Ulysses S. Grant on 4 March 1873. Wood engraving from a contemporary newspaper

Book cover design, Aerial Warfare by RP Hearne, London: John Lane, The Bodley Head, 1908, with an introduction by Sir Hirams Maxim. 1908

Martyrdom of Joseph and Hiram Smith in Carthage jail, June 27th, 1844. Date c1851

Grey Eagle: driven by Hiram Woodruff, Esq. Date c1850

The marine Redowa - Dedicated to the brave, energetic and whole souled Capt. Hiram Burt, of the Brig. Marine, who rescued from a watery grave a large number of the passengers of the ill-fated Central

Initiation of Provost and Judge
Initiation ceremony whereby the President gives the recipient a large key to the resting place of Hirams remains. Date: 1890s

The legend of Hiram
The father of your fathers, Tubalcain, leads Hiram to the centre of the earth, the domain of Eblis and Cain, where liberty reigns. Date: 1890s

The Infernal Chamber
Brother gaze upon paintings depicting demons and the damned in Hell, who do not seem to be suffering. In the centre, Hiram is being crowned by Eblis. 1890s

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"Hiram: A Legacy of Leadership, Innovation, and Friendship" In the annals of history, the name "Hiram" resonates with significance across various realms. From politics to education, from ancient civilizations to modern inventions, this name has left an indelible mark on humanity's journey. One notable chapter in Hiram's story unfolds in 1872 when the first Black Senators and Representatives took their seats in the 41st Congress. These trailblazers shattered barriers and paved the way for future generations to strive for equality and justice. During the 1800s, Hiram College emerged as a beacon of knowledge and enlightenment. Its hallowed halls echoed with intellectual discourse and nurtured young minds hungry for wisdom. This institution became a cradle for leaders who would shape society's destiny. The Cedars of Lebanon hold a mystical allure as they were fabled to have been used by King Solomon himself in building his majestic temple. The connection between Hiram and these sacred trees symbolizes craftsmanship, dedication, and collaboration that transcend time. Innovation soared through Hiram Maxim's captive flying machine - the "Aerial Roundabout. " This invention showcased human ingenuity reaching new heights as dreams took flight amidst technological advancements. Ancient scriptures recount how David received envoys from King Hiram of Tyre - a testament to diplomacy bridging cultures across borders. Their encounter exemplifies friendship forged through mutual respect and understanding. It also intertwines with Ulysses S. Grant - America's 18th President whose leadership during tumultuous times shaped our nation's course. His inauguration at the White House marked a turning point in American history while his legacy endures through steel engraving capturing his resolute spirit. Grant further etched his name into history books through pivotal battles like Shiloh where he arrived amid chaos yet led with unwavering determination. Rain-soaked reconnaissances at Belmont, Missouri showcased his commitment to duty even in the face of adversity.