October Collection (page 7)

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visiting Wombwells Menager
Engraving showing Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and their children looking at the animals of Wombwells Menagerie, which had brought all its animals to the Great Quadrangle of Windsor Castle for

Royal Playthings
An advertisement by F.Ad. Richter of Fenchurch Street, London for real stone building blocks, as played with by the Royal children

Women of Hampshire vs. Women of Surrey Cricket Match, Newing
Engraving of a cricket match between the Hamshire and Surrey Lasses for 500 guineas, played at Newington Green, near Balls Pond, Middlesex, 2nd October 1811. The Hampshire team won by 14 notches

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Surrender at Saratoga
After being defeated by Gates at the battle of Stillwater, Burgoyne surrenders at Saratoga : this is a turning point in the war ensuring victory for the colonists

French Nurses 1914
French Soeurs de Charite in the opening months of World War one

Lenin and Workers
Lenin addresses workers at the Putilov factory, Petrograd, who provide solid support for his coup

Cruiser Aurora
The cruiser Aurora, lying at St Petersburg, whose guns gave the signal for the Bolshevik attack on the Winter Palace

Te Deum of Victory
On the battlefield near Toplitz, a grand Te Deum is sung, thanking God for victory at Leipzig (16- 19 October) effectively driving the French from Germany

Trafalgar (Davidson)
warships at close quarters

Berlin Motor Race Poster
A poster for a motor racing meeting on 12th and 22nd October at Berlin, Germany

Houdin Levitation
Houdins son, supported only by one elbow, reclines in space

Palmerston / Brockett Hall
HENRY JOHN TEMPLE THIRD VISCOUNT PALMERSTON Brockett Hall, where the English MP died on 18 October 1865

Nationalen Opposition
German opposition leaders make united Nationalen Opposition at Bad Harzburg

Clown on Bicycle Photo
Harry, a guest of the Mayors Fancy Dress Ball poses in his costume, (that of a clown), on a bicycle in his back garden

Ns Body Goes to France
The remains of Napoleon I lie in state aboard La Belle Poule on their way to France in the custody of le prince de Joinville, son of Louis- Philippe

Ns Body Leaves Sthelena
The remains of Napoleon I are transferred to La Belle Poule and taken to France by the prince de Joinville, son of Louis-Philippe

Luther and Cajetan
At Augsburg, he defends his theology before Cardinal Cajetan, but refuses to retract his views : he leaves Augsburg

Bravery at Wattignies
At WATTIGNIES, a drummer-boy named Sthrau beats his drum, making the Austrians think they are surrounded. When they realise their mistake, they kill the juvenile hero

Retreat after Leipzig
After their defeat at Leipzig, the French are compelled to retreat to the west

Badger Rams U-Boat 1914
British destroyer Badger rams and damages a U-boat off the Dutch coast

October, Charles Francois Daubigny, 1850 - 1878

Twr Bach Lighthouse and the old lifeboat station on Llanddwyn Island off the coast of Anglesey, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Roman Bridge & woodland near the village of Penmachno near Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonian National Park, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Afon Ogwen tumbling over boulder strewn riverbed with Tryfan mountain beyond, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Dramatic coastal scenery at South Stack Lighthouse in Anglesey, North Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Lone tree on Llyn Padarn at dawn, Llanberis, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Sgwd Gwladys waterfall near Pontneddfechan, Brecon Beacons National Park, Powys, Wales. Autumn (October) 2021.

Sunrise over the old quarry on the Llangattock Escarpment, Brecon Beacons National Park, Powys, Wales. Autumn (October) 2021.

Roman Bridge & woodland near the village of Penmachno near Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonian National Park, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Traditional Welsh cottage covered in red ivy, Llanwrst, Snowdonia National Park, Wales, UK. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of the 13th century Stokesay Castle, one of the best preserved fortified manor houses in England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of Castle Drogo emerging from a sea of morning mist, Dartmoor National Park, Devon, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Lone windswept hawthorn tree on a limestone pavement at Winskill Stones, near Settle, Yorkshire Dales, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Lone windswept hawthorn tree on a limestone pavement at Winskill Stones, near Settle, Yorkshire Dales, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Lone windswept hawthorn tree on a limestone pavement at Winskill Stones, near Settle in the Yorkshire Dales, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Limestone crags at Oxnop Ghyll in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Yorkshire, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Sunlit autumnal beech trees near Badbury Rings, Dorset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Autumnal foliage above Tarr Steps clapper bridge over the River Barle in Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Autumnal foliage above Tarr Steps clapper bridge over the River Barle in Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Yesnaby Castle Sea Stack on the wild west coast of Mainland, Orkney Islands, Scotland. Autumn (October) 2022.

Morning sunlight on the mountains of Hoy from the distinctive ledges of Warebeth, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland. Autumn (October) 2022.

Aerial view of Dunstanburgh Castle on the Northumbrian coast, Embleton, Northumberland, England. Autumn (October) 2021.

Aerial view of Dunstanburgh Castle on the Northumbrian coast, Embleton, Northumberland, England. Autumn (October) 2021.

Beautiful morning sunlight on Haldon Belvedere folly (Lawrence Castle) near Exeter, Devon, England. Autumn (October) 2021.

The magnificent ruins of Ludlow Castle, Ludlow, Shropshire, England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of the 13th century Stokesay Castle, one of the best preserved fortified manor houses in England. Autumn (October) 2023.

Aerial view of the 13th century Stokesay Castle, one of the best preserved fortified manor houses in England. Autumn (October) 2023.

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"October: A Tapestry of History and Moments" As the autumn leaves paint a vivid tapestry, October unveils its rich heritage. Just like Marjorie Miller's mesmerizing masterpiece "Queen of the Night, " this month exudes an enigmatic allure that captivates all who embrace it. Intriguingly, October witnessed pivotal moments in history, such as the Suffragette Board Game PANK-A-SQUITH, symbolizing women's relentless fight for equality. It also echoes with the resounding echoes of Battle Balaclava (Gibb), reminding us of valiant soldiers' sacrifices on distant battlefields. Delving further into time's annals, we encounter a British Military Poster from the inter-war period; a testament to resilience and unity during challenging times. Similarly, Brudenell Magna Carta stands tall as a beacon of justice and liberty throughout centuries. Yet amidst these grand narratives lie smaller yet equally significant events. The Dramatic Rail Accident at Gare Montparnasse in France serves as a reminder of human fallibility and our ability to learn from mistakes. Likewise, Wall St Crash 1929 casts shadows over economic stability but teaches invaluable lessons about resilience and rebuilding. Traveling back even further in time brings us face-to-face with monumental battles like Agincourt - where courage triumphed against all odds. Meanwhile, Her Majesty's Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21) embodies strength and camaraderie across vast oceans. But October is not just defined by historical milestones; it embraces cultural icons too. We remember Nelson's heroic sacrifice off West coast shores while Spitfires gracefully soar over Forth - symbols of bravery etched forever in our collective memory. Finally, Martin Luther's 95 Theses reverberate through generations as catalysts for change – inspiring individuals to question norms and seek truth fearlessly.