Sedgwick Collection

E. FREEMAN (1742-1829). Elizabeth Freeman (Mum Bett). American abolitionist. Watercolor, 1811, by Susan Sedgwick

COWGIRL, c1920. Josie Sedgwick showing the use of a lariat. Photograph, c1920

Adam Sedgwick
ADAM SEDGWICK Geologist

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown skyline at dusk from the Keeper of the Plains

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown skyline at dusk

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown city skyline at dusk

WICHITA, KANSAS - AUGUS 30, 2018: The confluence of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River at the Keeper of the Plains near downtown Wichita

WICHITA, KANSAS - AUGUS 31, 2018: The confluence of the Arkansas and Little Arkansas River at the Keeper of the Plains near downtown Wichita at dawn

Wichita, Kansas, USA downtown skyline in the afternoon

W. F. Sedgwick Advertisement
An advertisement for W. F. Sedgwick Ltd, London based Engravers by all the processes, including photographers, designers and artists

Maudslay lathe. Date: circa 1945

Bust sculptured by Henry Weekes of Henry Maudslay
Photograph of bust sculptured by Henry Weekes and now at IMechEof Henry Maudslay. Date: circa 1945

Bust sculptured by Henry Weekes of Joseph Maudslay
Photograph of bust sculptured by Henry Weekes and now at IMechEof Jospeh Maudslay. Date: circa 1945

Laying the pontoons for Sedgwicks corps, April 1863 (engraving)
959309 Laying the pontoons for Sedgwicks corps, April 1863 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Laying the pontoons for Sedgwicks corps, April 1863)

The advance of Sedgwicks corps crossing the Rappahannock, April 1863 (engraving)
959308 The advance of Sedgwicks corps crossing the Rappahannock, April 1863 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Market Place, Watford (coloured photo)
3642691 Market Place, Watford (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Market Place, Watford. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Sedgwicks bridges laid, May 1863 (engraving)
959310 Sedgwicks bridges laid, May 1863 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sedgwicks bridges laid, May 1863)

Catherine Maria Sedgwick, 1832. Creator: Asher Brown Durand
Catherine Maria Sedgwick, 1832

South Lakeland LA8 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Lakeland LA8 0

Movie poster Isolated from the world, 1926. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Second Battle of Fredericksburg, American Civil War, 1863 (1955). The Aftermath of Sedgwicks Assault on Maryes Heights, (May 3, 1863)

Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), Queen Consort to King Edward VII, 1902-1903
Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), Queen Consort to Edward VII, 1902-1903. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1902-1903, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, volume 8

King Edward VII (1841-1910), 1902-1903. Before his accession to the throne in 1901, Edward held the title of Prince of Wales

John Sedgwick, Union Army general, 1862-1867. Artist: J Rogers
John Sedgwick, Union Army general, 1862-1867. The commander of the VI Corps of the Army of the Potomac, Sedgwick (1813-1864)

Union Civil War generals of the departments of the east, 1862-1867. Artist: J Rogers
Union Civil War generals of the departments of the east, 1862-1867. Portraits of generals Wesley Merritt, Alfred Terry, John Foster, George Crook, John Sedgwick

Surrender of Jerusalem to British, Palestine, WW1
The surrender of Jerusalem to the British, on the Lifta-Jerusalem Road, during the First World War. The Mayor of Jerusalem, Hussein Salim Al-Husseini, stands at the centre (with walking stick)

Caricature of Laura Sedgewick, actress -- The Sailor of the Season. 1881

Catherine Maria Sedgwick (1789 - 1867) - American author

John Sedgwick - Military
John Sedgwick (1813 - 1864) - American military

Street scene with cinema in Kobe, Japan
Minato-Gawa (Theatre Street) with the Kwansai-Ichi Asahikwan Cinema in Kobe, Japan. Posters outside the cinema depict Eileen Sedgwick in The Diamond Queen (1921). Date: circa 1921

Sedgwick, Burton in Lonsdale, Lancashire
Sedgwick, Burton in Lonsdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, England. Date: 1930s

Pamela Sedgwick
PAMELA DWIGHT SEDGWICK wife of Theodore Sedgwick, American statesman, and mother of writer Catherine Maria. Date: circa 1780

Obadiah Sedgwick
OBADIAH SEDGWICK Puritan churchman Date: 1600 - 1658

GENERAL McPHERSON, He was a career United States Army officer who served as a General in the Union Army during the American Civil War, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, US, USA, 1870s engraving

REV. PROFESSOR ADAM SEDGWICK, 1873 engraving

Rebel line in front of Sedgwick, Mine Run 1863, 1863 November 26-December 1, drawing on tan paper pencil, Chinese white, and brown wash, 12.7 x 35.2 cm

Roderick Impey Murchison 1792-1871) Scottish-born British geologist. Defined Silurian system, 1835, Permian system, c1845, and in co-operation with Adam Sedgwick (1785-1873), the Devonian system

Adam Sedgwick (1785-1873) British geologist who, in cooperation with Roderick Impey Murchison (1792-1871), defined the Devonian system. From Life of Sir Roderick I

REV. PROFESSOR ADAM SEDGWICK, 1873 engraving

Adam Sedgwick (1785-1873)
Lithograph portrait, 1850. Adam Sedwick was a highly respected scientist, and one of the founders of geology as a science in England. In 1829 he became President of the Geological Society of London

CIVIL WAR: SPOTSYLVANIA. The spot where Union General John Sedgwick was killed by a Confederate sharpshooter, 9 May 1874, in the camp at Spotsylvania, Virginia. Pencil drawing by Alfred R. Waud

CIVIL WAR: PETERSBURG. Interior of the Union Armys Fort Sedgwick during the siege of Petersburg, Virginia, early 1865

CATHERINE ANN SEDGWICK (1789-1867). American novelist. Steel engraving, American, 1832

WEST: LECTURES, 1879. Engraved title page of a booklet promoting a series of illuminated lectures on the American West, to be given in 1879 and 1880 by Professor Stephen J

THEODORE SEDGWICK (1746-1813). American politician. Line engraving, 19th century

NEW YORK: EXCHANGE, 1831. Interior view of the Merchants Exchange on Wall Street in New York City. The building was destroyed in the great fire of 1835

ADAM SEDGWICK (1785-1873). English geologist. Wood engraving, English, 1873

CATHERINE ANN SEDGWICK (1789-1867). American novelist. Steel engraving, American, 1832

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"Sedgwick: A Legacy of Abolition, Innovation, and Courage" In the annals of American history, the name Sedgwick resonates with tales of remarkable individuals who left an indelible mark on society. One such luminary was Elizabeth Freeman, affectionately known as Mum Bett. Born into slavery in 1742, she defied all odds to become a prominent abolitionist during a time when freedom seemed like an unattainable dream for many. E. Freeman's watercolor portrait captures her unwavering determination and resilience. Shifting gears to another Sedgwick figure, we encounter Josie Sedgwick - a cowgirl whose lariat skills mesmerized audiences in the early 1920s. This captivating photograph showcases her mastery over this traditional cowboy tool, symbolizing strength and independence that transcended gender norms. Adam Sedgwick emerges as yet another notable character in this rich tapestry of history. As a renowned geologist and one of Charles Darwin's mentors, he revolutionized our understanding of Earth's geological processes through his groundbreaking research. The influence of the Sedgwicks extends beyond individual achievements; it permeates industries as well. The W. F. Sedgwick Advertisement serves as testament to their entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence. Henry Maudslay's lathe represents yet another facet of innovation associated with the name Sedgwick - precision engineering that propelled industrial progress forward. Sculptures by Henry Weekes immortalize both Henry Maudslay and Joseph Maudslay, capturing their contributions to mechanical ingenuity forever. Amidst these stories lies a chapter from America's tumultuous past - April 1863 witnessed pivotal moments for General John Sedgwicks' corps during the Civil War. Engravings depict them laying pontoons across treacherous waters while crossing Rappahannock River or advancing bravely towards unknown horizons – embodying the courage and sacrifice that defined Sedgwicks' legacy.