Prime Minister Collection (page 20)

Midas Transmuting all into Gold Paper, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797
NCO190488 Midas Transmuting all into Gold Paper, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815)

Wha Wants Me? published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190420 Wha Wants Me? published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ancient Music, published by S. W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190404 Ancient Music, published by S.W. Fores in 1787 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 42.7x55.1 cm; Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Political Dreamings, Visions of Peace, Prospective Horrors
CHT179679 Political Dreamings, Visions of Peace, Prospective Horrors, caricature on the Peace of Amiens, 25th March 1802 ( colour engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Musee de la Ville de Paris

William Ewart Gladstone (1809-98), engraved by D. J. Pound after a photograph (litho)
CWA98174 William Ewart Gladstone (1809-98), engraved by D.J. Pound after a photograph (litho) by Mayall, John Jabez Edwin Paisley (1813-1901) (after); City of Westminster Archive Centre, London

Pitts Cabinett Globe Writing Table, pl. 14 of Ackermanns Repository of Arts
XCF324351 Pitts Cabinett Globe Writing Table, pl. 14 of Ackermanns Repository of Arts, pub. 1st February 1810 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

Portrait of Raymond Poincare (1860-1934) 1915 (oil on canvas)
XIR170270 Portrait of Raymond Poincare (1860-1934) 1915 (oil on canvas) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); 33x24 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

A Sphere Projecting Against a Plane, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792
NCO189724 A Sphere Projecting Against a Plane, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1792 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Lady Hester Lucy Stanhope (1776-1839) in Arabic dress, illustration from her Memoirs
CHT179659 Lady Hester Lucy Stanhope (1776-1839) in Arabic dress, illustration from her Memoirs, London, 1845 (colour engraving) by English School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Gladstone picnicking at Black Craig Castle, print by J. Valentine, 1893 (photogravure)
STC379320 Gladstone picnicking at Black Craig Castle, print by J. Valentine, 1893 (photogravure) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Gladstone (1809-98)

Sir Robert Peel Reading to Queen Victoria
SC14881 Sir Robert Peel Reading to Queen Victoria by Wilkie, David (1785-1841); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Scottish, out of copyright

David Lloyd George, 1926 (colour litho)
473359 David Lloyd George, 1926 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho)
3648245 Taking off the Chains! or, Gladstone to the Rescue (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Taking off the Chains)

The Prime Ministers (b / w photo)
3652400 The Prime Ministers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prime Minister s)

The conversion of the pension approved in three hours by Parliament, the Houses acclamations to Mr Luzzatti
2814913 The conversion of the pension approved in three hours by Parliament, the Houses acclamations to Mr Luzzatti (colour litho) by Beltrame

Charles Dupuy, Prime Minister of France (litho)
2818960 Charles Dupuy, Prime Minister of France (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Dupuy, Prime Minister of France. M Charles Dupuy)

The Lord of Misrule (coloured engraving)
2775111 The Lord of Misrule (coloured engraving) by Heath, William (1795-1840) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lord of Misrule, 1830.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

French Army cantiniere receiving a medal in a ceremony at Amiens (engraving)
2789327 French Army cantiniere receiving a medal in a ceremony at Amiens (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

In the superb setting of the Stadium of Domitian, in Rome, the Duce held the Grand Report at 4000... (colour litho)
2778142 In the superb setting of the Stadium of Domitian, in Rome, the Duce held the Grand Report at 4000... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The founder of the Empire (colour litho)
2778505 The founder of the Empire (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The founder of the Empire)

Combes and Clemenceau. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786505 Combes and Clemenceau. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Combes and Clemenceau)

In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho)
2778236 In the lands redeemed by Fascism (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the lands redeemed by Fascism)

The historic day of June 7 (colour litho)
2778161 The historic day of June 7 (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The historic day of June 7)

The Hon. Sonnino delivers to the Chamber, with unforgettable success, his most noble speech by... (colour litho)
2777611 The Hon. Sonnino delivers to the Chamber, with unforgettable success, his most noble speech by... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial, the Strand (b / w photo)
3637454 Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial, the Strand (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australia House and the Gladstone Memorial)

Sir Robert Peel, British politician and twice Prime Minister (colour litho)
3639520 Sir Robert Peel, British politician and twice Prime Minister (colour litho) by Baxter, George (1804-67) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850)

Chequers, Buckinghamshire (colour photo)
3094806 Chequers, Buckinghamshire (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chequers, Buckinghamshire)

Lord Palmerston, Prime Minister (b / w photo)
3099633 Lord Palmerston, Prime Minister (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Palmerston, Prime Minister)

William Ewart Gladstone, British Prime Minister 1868-1874, 1880-1885, 1886 and 1892-1894 (litho)
3100148 William Ewart Gladstone, British Prime Minister 1868-1874, 1880-1885, 1886 and 1892-1894 (litho) by English Photographer

Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Prime Minister 1846-1852 and 1865-1866 (litho)
3100144 Lord John Russell, 1st Earl Russell, British Prime Minister 1846-1852 and 1865-1866 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord John Russell)

Benito Mussolini (b / w photo)
3102500 Benito Mussolini (b/w photo) by Italian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benito Mussolini. Postcard, early 20th century.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Charles Dupuy, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2804882 Charles Dupuy, Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Dupuy)

In the streets of Athens after the Venizelos escape (colour litho)
2808953 In the streets of Athens after the Venizelos escape (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the streets of Athens after the Venizelos escape)

The Duce who saved the world from war returns to his people (colour litho)
2783837 The Duce who saved the world from war returns to his people (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Duce among the People (Colour Litho)
2783663 The Duce among the People (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duce among the people)

A Question of Diplomacy, by Arthur Conan Doyle (engraving)
1615024 A Question of Diplomacy, by Arthur Conan Doyle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Question of Diplomacy, by Arthur Conan Doyle)

The Spanish-American Crisis, the Leaders of Spanish Opinion To-Day (b / w photo)
1615502 The Spanish-American Crisis, the Leaders of Spanish Opinion To-Day (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American Crisis)

Images of Uganda (b / w photo)
1629426 Images of Uganda (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Images of Uganda. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 March 1902)

Signor Crispi, Prime Minister of Italy (engraving)
1591450 Signor Crispi, Prime Minister of Italy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Signor Crispi, Prime Minister of Italy)

The New Ministry (engraving)
1591186 The New Ministry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Ministry. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 June 1885)

The late Sir John Macdonald, Prime Minister of Canada (b / w photo)
1603226 The late Sir John Macdonald, Prime Minister of Canada (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Sir John Macdonald)

The Right Honourable W E Gladstone, MP, in his Room at Downing Street (engraving)
1604612 The Right Honourable W E Gladstone, MP, in his Room at Downing Street (engraving) by Gardner, William Biscombe (1847-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honourable W E Gladstone)

On the Turn of the Card (colour litho)
964597 On the Turn of the Card (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Turn of the Card. From Truth, 25 December 1894.); © Look and Learn

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"Prime Minister: A Legacy of Leadership and Resilience" In the midst of a world engulfed in chaos, Winston Churchill emerged as a symbol of hope and determination. His famous V for Victory sign, made in 1942, became an iconic gesture that rallied nations together during World War II. As he stood outside 10 Downing Street, Sir Winston Churchill's unwavering resolve inspired millions. But the role of a prime minister extends beyond mere gestures, and is about making tough decisions to protect one's nation. Just like "The Plum Pudding in Danger, " depicted in a vibrant colored engraving from 1805, prime ministers face constant threats and challenges that demand their attention. One such leader was William Gladstone, who dedicated his life to public service. In moments of respite captured by an unknown artist around 1945, we catch glimpses of Gladstone enjoying leisurely pursuits – reminding us that even leaders need time for reflection. Across borders and ideologies, figures like Lenin left indelible marks on history. Aleksandr Gerasimov's portraits from the late 1930s capture Lenin's intensity and conviction; traits shared by many prime ministers throughout history. Churchill himself embodied these qualities as he tirelessly fought against tyranny during World War II. Whether it was making the V-for-Victory sign or building walls at his beloved Chartwell home in Kent, Churchill exemplified leadership with every action he took. Yet no discussion on prime ministers would be complete without mentioning Franklin Roosevelt – another great statesman whose partnership with Churchill shaped the course of history. Together they forged alliances that brought about victory over fascism while laying foundations for peace. The title "prime minister" carries immense weight – it represents not just power but also responsibility towards one's countrymen. From inspiring gestures to quiet contemplation; from facing danger head-on to forging alliances for progress; these are all part of what it means to be a prime minister.