Nation Collection (page 38)

Fog and snow-covered UK, December 2010
Fog and snow-covered United Kingdom, December 2010. Satellite image of snow (dense white) and fog (greysish white, bottom) covering the UK during the cold spell in December 2010

Orteliuss map of Ireland, 1598
Orteliuss map of Ireland, from an atlas of 1598. North is at right. This map is titled: Hiberniae, Britannicae Insulae Nova Descriptio (A new depiction of Ireland, a British Isle)

Orteliuss map of Denmark, 1570
Orteliuss map of Denmark. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of European Russia, 1570
Orteliuss map of European Russia. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

Orteliuss map of France, 1570
Orteliuss map of France. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Austria, 1570
Orteliuss map of Austria. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Switzerland, 1570
Orteliuss map of Switzerland. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

Orteliuss map of Bohemia, 1570
Orteliuss map of Bohemia. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

Orteliuss map of Iberian Peninsula, 1570
Orteliuss map of Iberian Peninsula. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World )

Genoese world map, 1450
Genoese world map. This world map was drawn in around 1450, possibly by the Italian mathematician, astronomer, and geographer Paolo dal Pozzo Toscanelli (1397-1482)

Orteliuss map of Germany, 1570
Orteliuss map of Germany. This map is from the 1570 first edition of Theatrum orbis terrarum ( Theatre of the World ). Drawn by the Flemish mapmaker Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598)

SIX NATIONS: MAP, 1771. Map of the country of the Six Nations, created by Guy Johnson for the Province of New York, 1771

CARRY NATION CARTOON, 1901. Carry Nation (1846-1911), on the warpath in Kansas. American newspaper cartoon, 1901

AMERICAN EAGLE, 1854. Eagle symbol used by the Republican National Committee, 1850s

KAINAI VILLAGE, c1913. A Kainai woman walking among painted tepees. Photograph by Roland Reed, c1913

KAINAI TEPEE, c1927. A tepee of the Kainai Nation in Alberta, Canada. Photograph by Edward Curtis, c1927

ANTI-SUFFRAGE ASSOCIATION. Headquarters of the National Anti-Suffrage Association at Washignton, D. C
ANTI-SUFFRAGE ASSOCIATION. Headquarters of the National Anti-Suffrage Association at Washignton, D.C. Photograph, c1910

Historic buildings, Kerikeri, North Island, New Zealand
Three historic buildings at Kerikeri, North Island, New Zealand. On the left is New Zealands oldest stone building, the Settlers Store, a storehouse dating from 1835

One of the main gates of Nanking, China, at the time that the city was captured by revolutionaries. The Qing Dynasty was overthrown in October 1911, the last imperial dynasty of China

Flag for the South Pole expedition
The flag presented by Queen Alexandra to Captain Scott on 25 June 1910, to be carried on the South Pole Terra Nova expedition and planted at the most southerly point reached

Carrie Nation, the Saloon Smasher
Carrie Nation (1846-1911), American temperance campaigner known as the Saloon Smasher because of her use of vandalism to get her views across -- she would generally enter a saloon

Union of Lublin
Zygmunt (Sigismund) II August brings about the Union of Lublin whereby Poland and Lithuania become one nation

Paris Assemblee Nation
The old buildings of the Assemblee Nationale are demolished to make room for something more prestigious

Brit Museum Elgin Room
The Elgin Room, housing the marbles and other treasures looted from Greece by Lord Elgin in 1812 and bought by the nation in 1816 for 35, 000 pounds

PRISONERS
Activists against the new regime are arrested and imprisoned; with the nation divided on the best form of government, there is no lack of dissidents

Crimea Volunteers
Sardinian volunteers leave Genova to fight in the Crimea, thus ensuring their country will have a place at the conference table and so be recognised as a nation

Waking in Barracks
A bugle calls the soldiers to get up, but France being a civilised nation, coffee is served before the men put on their uniforms

Germans Go to War
The German nation marches to war

A male Egyptian dancer performs for holiday makers in Dahab Egypt
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Statue of Roland in front of the House of the Blackheads (Melngalvju Nams), Town Hall Square (Ratslaukums), Riga, Latvia, Baltic States, Europe

Close-up of the Cuban flag, Havana, Cuba

Chinese flag, Beijing (Peking), China, Asia

The Heavenly Gate to the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Beijing (Peking), China, Asia

Flags of Belgium on the right, Flanders in the center on the town hall of Ghent, Flanders, Belgium

New Year, Ancient Persia
ANCIENT PERSIA The Nourouz ceremony is a presentation to the ruler, symbolising the fruits which nature will hopefully bestow on the nation

Federation, Paris 1790
In the Champ de Mars, Paris, as in major cities throughout the country, the Federation is proclaimed by the Assemblee Constituante, to signalise the nation united by revolution

Trajan & Parthenaspates
The emperor Trajanus appoints Partamaspartes (or Parthenaspates) as king of Parthia, an Asian nation

Unification of Italy
ITALIAN WAR OF UNIFICATION: During the war for Italian independence French troops land at Genoa

Parliament of Italy 1861
Opening of the new Italian Parliament by Victor Emmanuel

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"The Nation Makers: A Glimpse into the Revolutionary Battle of Brandywine in 1777" This captivating oil on canvas painting by Howard Pyle, created in 1906, transports us back to a pivotal moment during the Revolutionary War. Depicting the Battle of Brandywine, it serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by our nation's founding fathers and their unwavering determination to shape a new destiny. "United Kingdom at Night: Witnessing Majesty from Space" Behold this breathtaking view captured from space - an awe-inspiring sight that showcases the vibrant lights illuminating the United Kingdom at night. From bustling cities to serene countryside landscapes, this image encapsulates both the diversity and unity within our nation. "Orteliuss Map: Exploring the Ottoman Empire's Vast Territories" Step back in time with this remarkable map dating back to 1570, crafted by Abraham Ortelius. It offers a glimpse into the vast expanse of territories under Ottoman rule during its peak. This historical artifact reminds us of how nations evolve and reshape over centuries. "Inaugural Remembrance Day: Honoring Heroes Who Shaped Our Nation" On November 11th, 1919, we marked our first Remembrance Day - a solemn occasion dedicated to honoring those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. This poignant image captures not only grief but also resilience as we pay tribute to heroes who have shaped our nation's history. "Scotland from Above: Captivating Beauty Revealed through Satellite Lens" Feast your eyes upon Scotland's stunning landscape as seen from space. This satellite image unveils nature's masterpiece - rolling hills, majestic lochs, and rugged coastlines come together harmoniously, and is a testament to Scotland's enduring spirit and its place within our great nation. "A Glimpse into History.