Huntingdon Collection (page 5)

The George, Huntingdon, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Huntingdon, 1936. The George Hotel named after St George in 1574, bought by Henry Cromwell, grandfather of Oliver Cromwell

King Cnut the Great fails to halt the incoming tide
Cnut the Great (circa 985 or 9951035), (or Canute), King of Denmark, England, Norway, and parts of Sweden. Henry of Huntingdon, the 12th-century chronicler

At Sharavogue: ladies of society in Ireland during the First World War. Top photograph: Lady Norah Hastings; the Countess of Huntingdon; Lady Marian Hastings; Lady Moya Campbell;

Methodist Chapel
A Methodist Chapel of Selina, Countess of Huntingdons Connexion in Worcester. Date: Early 19th century

Henry Hastings (110)
HENRY HASTINGS second son of the Earl of Huntingdon, noted animal lover but also keen hunter till in his 80s : his eyesight perfect to the end of his days. Date: 1550 - 1650

Crash at Abbots Ripton-Cambridgeshire
Railway accident at Abbots Ripton, Huntingdon. Raising an Engine from the wrecked Train. Date: 1876

Thrapston Road, Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire
Thrapston Road, Kimbolton, Huntingdon, near St Neots, Cambridgeshire, England. Date: 1900s

Huntingdon Road, Thrapston, Northamptonshire
Huntingdon Road, Thrapston, Kettering, near Raunds, Northamptonshire, England. Date: 1910s

Iron gate from Hampton Court by Huntingdon Shaw
Iron gate from Hampton Court (credited in the 19th century to Huntingdon Shaw but later to Jean Tijou), Kensington Art Museum (now V&A Museum). Part of Box 35 Boswell Collection circa 1895

Huntingdon Union Workhouse
The master, matron, and a small child stand at the entrance to the Huntingdon Union workhouse, opened in 1837 at Walnut Common, Huntingdon. The building was designed by Sampson Kempthorne

Norman Schoolhouse
This unassuming little Norman school at Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England is where Oliver Cromwell and Samuel Pepys were first educated. Date: 11th - 12th century

Walter Shirley
WALTER SHIRLEY churchman, rector of Loughrea in Ireland, chaplain to the countess dowager of Huntingdon. Date: 1725 - 1786

Lady Mary Jolliffe
Lady MARY JOLLIFFE (nee Hastings) wife of sir William Jolliffe of Caverswell, daughter of the earl of Huntingdon. Date: ? - 1678

Selina Ctess Huntingdon
SELINA COUNTESS HUNTINGDON (nee Shirley), wife of Theophilus, seventh earl : leader of calvinist methodist sect known as the Countess of Huntingdons Persuasion. Date: 1707 - 1791

Elizabeth Cs Huntingdon
ELIZABETH countess of HUNTINGDON (nee Stanley) wife of Henry Hastings, fifth earl : on the point of being crowned by a couple of airborne cherubs. Date: 1586 - 1633

Lady Selina Hastings
LADY SELINA HASTINGS daughter of the ninth earl of Huntingdon : she died unmarried. Date: 1737 - 1763

14th Earl Huntingdon
WARNER FRANCIS JOHN PLANTAGANET HASTINGS, fourteenth earl of HUNTINGDON succeeded to the title in 1885 Date: 1868 - ?

Thhird Earl Huntingdon
HENRY HASTINGS, third earl of HUNTINGDON statesman Date: 1535 - 1595

Thomas Haweis
THOMAS HAWEIS English churchman, chaplain to the countess of Huntingdon Date: 1734 - 1820

Lady Elizabeth Hastings
LADY ELIZABETH HASTINGS dughter of the seventh earl of Huntingdon : a noted philanthropist. Date: 1682 - 1739

St Ives Bridge Ives Huntingdonshire 1895 Watercolor
Artokoloro

TENNESSEE: MEDICINE SHOW. A medicine show in Huntingdon, Tennessee. Photograph by Ben Shahn, October 1935

Brampton Park, Huntingdonshire, 1852 (litho)
XJF396646 Brampton Park, Huntingdonshire, 1852 (litho) by Austin, John Sunman (c.1806-60); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

The Double Collision on the Great Northern Railway, Near Huntingdon: Scene After
THE DOUBLE COLLISION ON THE GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY, NEAR HUNTINGDON: SCENE AFTER THE FINAL CATASTROPHE, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

JUNIATA RIVER, NEAR HUNTINGDON. John Augustus Hows, 1832 - 1874. The Juniata River forms in western Huntingdon County at the confluence of the Frankstown Branch and the Little Juniata River

Huntingdon map, A Topographical Dictionary of the United Kingdom, UK, 19th century engraving

Katherine, Countess of Chesterfield, and Lucy, Countess of Huntingdon, Anthony Van Dyck, 1599-1641, Flemish

SELINA HASTINGS (1707-1791). Countess of Huntingdon. English benefactor of Methodism. Oil on card by an unknown artist

American War of Independence: Battle of Yorktown, 1781. Two lines of battleships firing broadsides. From a French logbook. Henry Huntingdon Museum. Watercolour

The Double Collision on the Great Northern Railway, Near Huntingdon: Scene After
THE DOUBLE COLLISION ON THE GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY, NEAR HUNTINGDON: SCENE AFTER THE FINAL CATASTROPHE, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

JUNIATA RIVER, NEAR HUNTINGDON. John Augustus Hows, 1832 - 1874. The Juniata River forms in western Huntingdon County at the confluence of the Frankstown Branch and the Little Juniata River

Stained Glass Window 1249 A. D
Stained Glass Window 1249.Charlecote Park

Grand balloon ascension! Huntingdon, Pa. Saturday, July 22d, 1871. Date 1871

Medicine show, Huntingdon, Tennessee. Date 1935 Oct

Houghton Water Mill
Children fishing in the River Ouse, beside Houghton Mill, a large 18th century timber water mill, near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, England. (A Youth Hostel at the time). Date: 18th century

Huntingdons Free Church
The Countess of Huntingdons Free Church, Deansway, Worcester, England. Lady Huntingdon was converted to Methodism in 1739. She built many such chapels in England. Date: built 1804

Saddler and Harness Maker
An advertising calendar produced for C.Jacob of Huntingdon, saddler, harness and tack merchants, displaying their products around a picture of horses in harness

Saladin & Leopard Knight
SALAH AD-DIN YUSUF IBN AYYUB Saladin on horseback (l) accompanied by Sir Kenneth, Earl of Huntingdon, Prince Royal of Scotland; incognito as the Knight of the Leopard

Farm in Quebec
A settler who has made good. The residence of William Cunningham esq. at Lot 20, Rasnge 5, Godmanchester, Huntingdon County, province of Quebec

A Broadcast Ca 1922
A scene from the earliest days of broadcasting : Olive Sturgess and John Huntingdon perform a duet at BBC Marconi House

Formula One Factories: Lola Factory Shoot, Huntingdon, England. 21 February 1997
The Lola Factory. Lola Factory Shoot, Huntingdon, England. 21 February 1997

Whitefield / Huntingdon
GEORGE WHITEFIELD Methodist preacher, depicted in the drawing room of Selina, Countess of Huntingdon: he is chaplain to her connexion

Henry Hastings
HENRY HASTINGS of Woodlands, Dorset : sportsman, son of the fourth earl of Huntingdon

Theophilus Huntingdon
THEOPHILUS HASTINGS, ninth earl of HUNTINGDON husband of the pious Selina who didn t do much else with his life

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Huntingdon, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of Cambridgeshire, boasts a rich history and stunning landmarks that captivate visitors from near and far. As you stroll along the Great Ouse River, your eyes are drawn to the magnificent Chinese Bridge, an architectural marvel that adds charm to this tranquil setting. Just a stone's throw away lies Godmanchester Huntingdon, a quaint village exuding old-world charm. Transporting yourself back in time becomes effortless when you explore the 1881 map and Cambridge. It offers glimpses into bygone eras and reveals how these two towns have evolved over centuries. Kimbolton Castle stands proudly as a testament to this evolution; its majestic walls whisper tales of regal grandeur dating back to 1879. Crossing The Ouse Bridge is like stepping into another world - one where time seems suspended amidst breathtaking views of Cambridgeshire's countryside. A portrait by Masaccio Tommaso captures the essence of youth with striking precision; it serves as a reminder that art transcends time. Jodocus Hondius' engraving showcases Huntington's beauty through John Speeds Theatre - an exquisite representation that immortalizes this charming town for generations to come. The British Barge-master gracefully navigates the Great Ouse at Huntingdon, reminding us of its historical significance as a hub for trade and transportation. The vibrant Market Place bustles with activity, offering locals and visitors alike an array of goods from fresh produce to unique crafts. St Ives beckons adventurers seeking natural wonders; its idyllic surroundings provide solace amidst nature's embrace. As evening descends upon Market Hill, Huntingdon transforms into an enchanting spectacle illuminated by twinkling lights. This captivating sight evokes nostalgia for simpler times while embracing modernity seamlessly. Step further back in time with snapshots capturing early 1900s life in St Ives near Huntingdon.