Pass Collection

Hockey - Footwork, Dribbling and Passing demonstrated. Date: circa 1910s

Hannibal crossing the Alps
Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Humber Sceptre
The Humber Spectre is a popular model which will pass through a number of modifications : this is the original Mark One, elegantly posed outside a gracious home

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), poster No pasaran (They shall not pass), published by the CNT

Don Quixote riding with Sancho Panza
A scene from Cervantes novel Don Quixote -- the hero of the title rides with his companion Sancho Panza along a mountain pass

Hampstead & Highgate Express sign in Hampstead, London, next to a street lamp, left of picture. The building is on Perrin?s Court Hampstead NW3

Land Rover advertisement, 1960
Advertisement for Land Rover showing a photograph of it in use to travel over rough terrain during the work on the new Slough - Maidenhead by-pass in 1960. Date: 1960

1991 Spanish GP
CIRCUIT DE BARCELONA-CATALUNYA, SPAIN - SEPTEMBER 29: Nigel Mansell, Williams FW14 Renault, battles with Ayrton Senna, McLaren MP4-6

Ancient Greeks holding the pass of Thermopylae, 480 BC
Greeks under Leonidas holding off the Persian invasion at Thermopylae, 480 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Pass of Llanberis
A striking view of the Pass of Llanberis, Caernarvonshire, which traverses a valley of exceptional wildness, between Snowdon and the Glyder Mountains

Stelvio Pass
circa 1920: The highest road in Europe cuts through the Stelvio Pass, with the Austrio-Italian frontier at its summit. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Hannibal and his army crosses the Alps - an epic overland journey from Carthage to Italy during the Second Punic War in Italy (218-203 BC). Two of Hannibals war elephants are pictured

Afghanistan / Khyber Pass
Through the Khyber Pass by the North-Western Railway - the illustration shows the Al-Masjid Gorge

Clouds Over Glencoe Village - Three Sisters - Scotland
Glencoe Village, on the southern bank of the River Coe where it enters Loch Leven in the Lochaber area of the Scottish Highlands

Honister Pass, Lake Distric National Park, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Rest & be Thankful Pass
A glimpse of the famous Rest and Be Thankful road and pass, between Glasgow and Oban, Scotland. Lord Acrum bivouacked his troops here when making the road in 1747 Date: 1950s

Afternoon storms, Redfish pass, Captiva Island, FL

Pakistan Peshawar
The English church : the Khyber Pass is in the distance, leading into Afghanistan

Switzerland St Bernard
The hospice of the Great Saint Bernard, where the monks keep dogs to rescue travelers lost between Switzerland and Italy

David Lloyd George leaving Downing Street
Lloyd George pictured leaving Downing Street after his resignation with his wife and daughter Megan. His resignation announcement featured in the Court circular of 19th October

Bealach Ratagain viewpoint looking towards the Five Sisters of Kintail and Loch Duich in Glen Sheil, from the Pass, Ratagain Pass, Highland region, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Paranormal / Mediumship
How apports are supposed to pass through walls thanks to the agency of the spirits

Tal-y-Llyn valley and pass, Snowdonia National Park, Gwynedd, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

British transport crossing Sakaltutan Pass, WW1
British transport crossing the Sakaltutan Pass during the First World War. This Pass across the Jebel Hamrin was evacuated by the Turks and occupied by the 8th Royal Welch Fusiliers on 3

American Football 1923
A receiver catches a pass under the watchful eye of the opposition

Aerial view of the Belvedere Hotel and the Furka Pass road, famous for a scene of the James Bond film Goldfinger, a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps connecting Gletsch, Valais with Realp, Uri

The Khyber Pass - Pakistan / Afghanistan Border
The Khyber Pass, Peshawar, West Pakistan / Afghanistan Border. Date: 1960s

Northwich Swing Bridge
A scene on the Manchester Ship Canal at Warrington, Cheshire, England, showing the Northwich Road Swing Bridge, opened to allow a large vessel to pass along the canal. Date: 1950s

Ireland, Co. Donegal, Ardara, Glengesh pass, winding road through mountainous landscape
Ireland, Co.Donegal, Ardara, Glengesh pass, winding road through mountainous landscape

Connor Pass, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland
The Connor Pass, Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry, Ireland. circa 1970s

Mountain scenery near Sapa with rays of sun behind the clouds, Sapa, Vietnam

Tree on the Equator - Sign noting distance to Selfridges
A lovely oddity!! A large caravan passing a large tree on the Equator in Africa bearing a sign noting the distance to Selfridges & Co. Ltd. in London! Date: 1910

Book of the Dead / 12
Ani and his wife pass the Seven Gates and Ten Pylons and follow priest in a panther- skin

Glengesh Pass, near Ardara, County Donegal, Republic of Ireland

Joe Pass, Ronnie Scotts, Soho, London, 1984. Artist: Brian O Connor
Joe Pass, Ronnie Scott s, Soho, London, 1984

Britain / 18th Century
A poem based on fact: a haughty lady in her carriage will not let a gentleman pass so he (and the rest on the street) walk through her carriage Date: 1751

Pass of Ballater, Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Date: 1900s

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Bwlch-y-Groes ~ with road through valley ~ Bwlch-y-Groes, Gwynedd, Wales

Afridi Tribesman of the Khyber Pass, NWFP
Afridi Tribesman (Afreedis / Abaorteans) - a Pashtun (Pathan) tribe from the Khyber Pass region posing with his long rifle. Date: circa 1920s

Battle of Roncevaux Pass (778). Knight Rolands death. Illuminated manuscript (14th c.). Gothic art. Miniature Painting

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939) No pasaran! (They Shall not Pass). Poster in honour of the popular militia (July 1936)

Barges pass beneath the bridge over the canal in Old Brentford, west London. Date: circa 1880

NWFP - Khyber Pass - Supplies taken to Fort Maud - situated exactly halfway from India (as was then) to Afghanistan. Date: circa 1910

IRELAND: GAP OF DUNLOE. View of the Gap of Dunloe, near Killarney, County Kerry, Ireland. Steel engraving, English, c1840, after William Henry Bartlett

Sychnant Pass, Wales. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Spanish Bullfighting Series (7 / 12)
Spanish Bullfighting Series. The pass crutch - tempting the bull with his red cape, the matador tires the beast. Date: 1913

Hardknott Pass
The Hardknott Pass, Cumberland, England. Date: 1930s

Hardraw Force Waterfall - Yorkshire
Hardraw Force - a waterfall on the Hardraw Beck in Hardraw Scar, a wooded ravine just outside the hamlet of Hardraw at the foot of Buttertubs Pass and the head of Wensleydale in the Yorkshire Dales

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"Pass: A Journey Through History and Sports" In the tumultuous era of the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), a powerful message echoed through the streets - "No pasaran" (They shall not pass). This iconic poster, published by the CNT, symbolized resilience and determination in the face of adversity. Just as Hannibal crossed the treacherous Alps with his army, defying all odds and leaving a mark on history, we too can conquer any challenge that comes our way. The image of him leading his troops serves as a reminder to push beyond our limits. From literature's beloved characters Don Quixote and Sancho Panza riding together on their noble quest, to hockey players showcasing their footwork, dribbling skills, and passing techniques on ice - passing is an art that transcends time and disciplines. Nature's wonders also hold breathtaking passes like Llanberis Pass or Stelvio Pass. These majestic landscapes remind us to appreciate both nature's beauty and its ability to test our endurance. Looking back at ancient Greece, where brave warriors held firm against invaders at Thermopylae in 480 BC; they stood united in defense of their homeland. Their unwavering commitment teaches us about loyalty and sacrifice for what we believe in. The Rest & be Thankful Pass invites weary travelers to pause amidst Scotland's stunning scenery. It reminds us that sometimes taking a break allows us to reflect on our journey so far before continuing onwards with renewed vigor. As history unfolds across continents, Afghanistan's Khyber Pass stands as a testament to its strategic importance throughout centuries. Its significance remains etched within countless tales of conquests and trade routes connecting civilizations. Even in exhilarating moments like the 1991 Spanish GP race day frenzy ensues when drivers skillfully navigate each turn while overtaking opponents with precision passes - showcasing speed coupled with calculated strategy. Whether it be historical events or sporting triumphs, the concept of "pass" intertwines with our lives.