North America Collection (page 7)

Canadian Lynx (Lynx canadensis) adult, walking in snow, Montana, U. S. A. january (captive)
Canadian Lynx (Lynx canadensis) adult, walking in snow, Montana, U.S.A. january (captive)

Skyline Of The Financial Section Of N. Y. The East
UNITED STATES - Circa 1950s: Skyline Of The Financial Section Of N.Y. The East River & The Brooklyn Bridge View From The Manhattan Bridge Barges Wharves Skyscrapers Piers. (Photo by H)

Sea otter (Enhydra Lutris) with forelegs raised, Sitka Sound, Alaska, USA, August

President Roosevelt
29th December 1941: American president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, (1882-1945) sitting at the desk of his executive office in the White House. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

President Roosevelt
16th June 1936: American president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882 - 1945). (Photo by Evening Standard/Getty Images)

Colonists arrival at Jamestown, Virginia, 1607
First settlers building Jamestown, Virginia Colony, 1607. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Social reformer Jane Addams against a photo of downtown Chicago in the 1890s. Composite of hand-colored photograph and Albertype photograph

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John Winthrop, with his signature. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Cherry blossom (Prunus Serrulata ) flowers

Hermit thrush (Catharus guttatus) feeding on blue juniper berry (cone) of Eastern Red-Cedar (Juniperus virginiana) in mid-November, Freeville, New York, USA

Aerial view of boats and snorkelers, Looe Key Reef, Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, USA, showing spur and groove coral formations

Grey Wolf (Canis lupus), in forest, captive, USA

Valley Forge campfire, Revolutionary War
Dispirited American soldiers huddle around a campfire at Valley Forge. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Polar bear cubs (Ursus maritimus) triplets age 2-3 months next to their mother. Wapusk National Park, Manitoba, Canada. February

Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) pair flying with claws linked during courtship flight, Homer, Alaska, USA, March

DELETE DUPLICATE - RF - Wild buckskin Mustang stallion walking towards waterhole on dusty dry summer day, Sand Wash Basin, Colorado, USA. August

German shorthair pointer puppy, Pomfret, Connecticut, USA

First sewing machine, 1846
Elias Howes sewing machine, 1846. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Rafting furs from the northwoods to market
Fur traders steering a raft through rapids of a river. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Gypsy vanner stallion cantering through snow. Alberta, Canada. February

Percheron horses, two walking through snow. Alberta, Canada. February

Raccoon (Procyon lotor) peering out from behind tree trunk, Baxter State Park, Maine, USA

RF - Bison (Bison bison) breathing in the cold air, Yellowstone National Park, USA, February

Eastern chipmunk (Tamias striatus) gathering chestnuts, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, September

Young Polar bear (Ursus maritimus) standing and trying to balance in shallow water along the Bernard Spit, 1002 area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, North Slope of the Brooks Range, Alaska

General Sherman
circa 1865: No.1, the Union Pacific Railways first locomotive, otherwise known as the General Sherman, brought to Omaha by steamboat from St Louis on 8th June 1865

First Atlantic crossing by steamship, 1819
American paddlewheeler " Savannah, " the first steamship to cross the Atlantic, 1819. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Steerage passengers on their way to America, 1800s
European emigrants in steerage section of steamship to the US, 1890. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Abraham Lincoln and his family, 1860s
President Abraham Lincoln and his family reading a book in the White House. Digitally colored halftone reproduction of an illustration

Pioneer family on the Oregon Trail
Covered wagon of a homesteader family heading west with their belongings. Hand-colored engraving combined with a photograph

New York harbor, 1850s
New York City, viewed from Brooklyn, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Mountain man in the old west
Old trapper in the American West, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Frederic Remington illustration

Sioux tepee of buffalo-hide
Tipi made of buffalo hide sewn with sinew in the traditional way, Wicoti Living History Lakota Encampment, Black Hills, SD. Digital photograph

Manhattan map, 1780s
John Hills map of New York City, surveyed in 1782, drawn in 1785. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of an 18th-century illustration

New York City map, 1767
Map of New York City in 1767. Hand-colored woodcut of an 18th-century illustration

Sleighs in the 19th century
Sleigh travel on a road in winter, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Colonial classroom in New England, 1600s
Early schoolroom in colonial New England. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Daniel Boone
Portrait of Daniel Boone wearing a coonskin cap. Digitally colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Troop train taking Union soldiers to the front
Union troops transported to the front by rail, US Civil War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Layout of Fort Sumter at the outset of the Civil War
Fort Sumter ground plan, situated in the harbor of Charleston, SC, 1860. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Chief Massasoit pledges friendship with Plymouth Pilgrims
Peace treaty between Chief Massasoit and Plymouth colonists, 1621. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Growth of the United States to 1853
U.S. map, showing territorial growth to 1853. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

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Map of the territory ceded by Mexico to the US after the Mexican-American War, 1848-1853. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Sam Houston, with his autograph. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century portrait

Playing Roque
circa 1930: Roque, a type of croquet and one of the favourite winter sports at Tampa, Florida, being played on one of the Minicipal Roque Courts in Plant Park

Royce Hall & quad view UCLA Westwood
USA, California, Los Angeles, Royce Hall & quad view UCLA Westwood

Eastern tiger salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum) North Florida, USA. December

Canadian timber wolf / Northwestern wolf (Canis lupus occidentalis) pack moving through snow, Wood Buffalo National Park, Alberta, Canada. Taken on location for BBC Frozen Planet, March 2009

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of North America: From Colonial Beginnings to Modern Marvels" North America, a land steeped in history and brimming with diverse landscapes, has witnessed countless tales that have shaped its identity. In 1776, the Thirteen Original Colonies laid the foundation for what would become one of the world's most influential nations. Meanwhile, William and Mary College emerged as an esteemed institution during the 1700s, nurturing brilliant minds that would shape future generations. But North America is not just about academia; it also holds mysteries waiting to be unraveled. The infamous Bigfoot film of 1967 sparked debates about elusive creatures roaming its vast wilderness. Yet amidst these enigmatic legends lies a story etched in our collective memory—the Pilgrims' arduous journey aboard the Mayflower at sea in 1620, seeking refuge and freedom on foreign shores. As we traverse this captivating continent today, an array of wonders unfolds before us. The USA Traveler Map beckons adventurers to explore its sprawling cities and breathtaking natural wonders alike. And let us not forget the awe-inspiring phenomenon that occurred over millions of years—continental drift—a force shaping North America into what we know today. Delving deeper into this tapestry reveals hidden gems like Vancouver Island map from the 1870s—an artifact showcasing early cartographic endeavors capturing both beauty and discovery. Sturgeon Bay Lighthouse stands tall in Door County Wisconsin—a testament to maritime heritage guiding seafarers through treacherous waters. History echoes through time as we revisit pivotal moments such as Mayflower passengers landing at Plymouth Rock in 1620—a symbol of resilience and determination still celebrated today. The haunting image of General Lee standing alongside General Jackson before Chancellorsville takes us back to a divided nation during the US Civil War—an era forever etched into American consciousness. Education flourished across North America too.