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The Abdication, Fontainebleau, April 6, 1814, (1896). Under the terms of The Treaty of Fontainebleau, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821)

Battle at Znaim, July 11, 1809, (1896). Artist: M Haider
Battle at Znaim, July 11, 1809, (1896). French forces under Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) fighting against the Austrians near Znaim (present-day Znojmo, Czech Republic)

Building the Bridge at the Island of Lobau, 1809, (1896). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) and his chief engineer General Henri Bertrand (1773-1844)

The Battle of Wagram, 6 July 1809, (1896). Artist: M Haider
The Battle of Wagram, 6 July 1809, (1896). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) leading the French army against the Austrians at the Battle of Wagram in Austria

Marshal Jean Lannes - Duke of Montebello, c1800, (1896). Artist: Gustave Kruell
Marshal Jean Lannes - Duke of Montebello, c1800, (1896). Jean Lannes, 1st Duc de Montebello, 1st Prince de Siewierz (1769-1809), was a French general and Marshal of the Empire

Godoy Taken Into Custody By The Spanish Troops, 1896. Scene from the Napoleonic Wars, 1803-1815. Manuel Godoy y Alvarez de Faria (1767-1851), was Prime Minister of Spain

Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist. Sloane (1660-1753) founded the Chelsea Physic Garden. He was Secretary to the Royal Society from 1693-1713 and donated his library of 50

Sir Hans Sloane, English physician, naturalist and collector, c1793 (1878). Hans Sloane (1660-1753) is notable for bequeathing his collection to the nation

The Manor House at Chelsea, built by Henry VIII, c1810 (1911). King Henry VIII (1491-1547) moved to Chelsea in 1510. He began building his New Manor House, also known as Chelsea Palace in the 1540s

A letter letter from John, 1st Baron Somers, early 18th century, (1840). Artist: Sir Hans Sloane
Part of an original letter letter from John Somers, 1st Baron Somers, early 18th century, (1840). Letter from John, 1st Baron Somers, to Sir Hans Sloane

Part of a letter from John Locke to Sir Hans Sloane, late 17th-early 18th century, (1840). Artist: John Locke
Part of a letter from John Locke to Sir Hans Sloane, late 17th-early 18th century, (1840). View of the birthplace of John Locke, at Wrington, Somerset

Don Salteros Coffee House, Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, 1723, (1840). The exterior of Don Salteros Coffee House and Curiosity Museum by the River Thames, with signatures of its founder James Salter

The old physic garden, Chelsea, 1890. View of Chelsea Physic Garden with its statue of Hans Sloane, which was founded in 1673 as the Apothecaries Garden

Tumbling, 14th century, (1833). Man bending himself backwards in an extraordinary manner. The original is from the library of Sir Hans Sloane

Letter from John Locke to Hans Sloane, 2nd December 1699. Artist: John Locke
Letter from John Locke to Hans Sloane, 2nd December 1699. Letter from writer and philosopher John Locke to Dr (later Sir) Hans Sloane, physician, naturalist and founder of British Museum

Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist, 1753
Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist. Sloane (1660-1753) founded the Chelsea Physic Garden. He was Secretary to the Royal Society from 1693-1713 and donated his library of 50

Sir Hans Sloane, 1St Baronet, 1660 To 1753. Ulster-Scot Physician, Philanthropist And Collector. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Marshal Louis-Gabriel Suchet - Duke of Albufera, c1800, (1896). Artist: RA Muller
Marshal Louis-Gabriel Suchet - Duke of Albufera, c1800, (1896). Louis-Gabriel Suchet, duke d Albufera da Valencia, (1770-1826), marshal of France

Lower Sloane Street, London - featuring The Rose & Crown Pub, the Chelsea Baptist Church (1816), later The Church of the Good Shepherd (bombed in WW2 and later demolished). Date: circa 1907

A Midsummer-Nights Dream by William Shakespeare
Cast list from promotional flyer for A Midsummer-Nights Dream by William Shakespeare at the Royal Court Theatre, Sloane Square, London in 1915. Date: circa 1915

Sloane Square and Kings Road, London
Sloane Square and Kings Road, Chelsea, London Date: C. 1905

Bird illustration
Tab 264 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Chauliodus sloani, viperfish
A specimen of the viperfish (Chauliodus sloani). This is the first specimen to be examined by a naturalist and the only remaining spirit preserved fish from the Sloane collection

View of Sloane Street, London, with Ye Olde Swan pub on the right. Date: circa 1912

Stationery, Peter Yapp, Knightsbridge, London
Stationery, Peter Yapp, Boot & Shoe Manufacturer, Sloane Street, Knightsbridge, London, with handwritten details. 1917

Stationery, Mrs Addley Bourne, Belgravia, London
Stationery, Mrs Addley Bourne, 174 Sloane Street, Belgravia, London, Court Dressmaker, with handwritten details. 1916

Stationery, Harvey Nichols & Co Ltd, London
Stationery, Harvey Nichols & Co Ltd, Knightsbridge and Sloane Street, London, with handwritten details. 1918

Hans Sloanes nautilus shell
Sir Hans Sloane is perhaps the most important collector ever. His huge collection forms the core of both the British Museum and the Natural History Museum

bank, belmont, theater, entertainment, stage, be visible, be seen, be in view, be obvious
Cleaning For Fuel In London; When The Cats Away; R. Barnes, the mens dinner hour is the childrens opportunity, and when the watchmans back is turned they contrive to do a little mining on their own

Conveyance of Mr. Sloane to Giltspur Street Compter, London, Uk, 1851 Engraving

William Sloane House YMCA - 356 West 34th Street, New York Date: circa early 1940s

Hans Sloane (1660-1753. English physician and naturalist. Founded Chelsea Physic Garden: Secretary to the Royal Society (1693-1713): Donated library of 50, 000 books and 3

Hans Sloane (1660-1753) Irish-born collector and physician. Gifted the Chelsea Physick Garden, established on his estate at Chelsea, London, to the Apothecaries Company

Conveyance Of Mr. Sloane To Giltspur Street Compter, London, UK, 1851 Engraving

British physician and naturalist. Line engraving, English, 1790
HANS SLOANE (1660-1753). British physician and naturalist. Line engraving, English, 1790

British physician and naturalist. Wood engraving after the painting, 1736, by Stephen Slaughter
HANS SLOANE (1660-1753). British physician and naturalist. Wood engraving after the painting, 1736, by Stephen Slaughter

Botanical engravings
Engraving from Natural History of Jamaica Tab 166 by Sir Hans Sloane. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Shell and insect illustration
Table 240 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Beetle illustration
Table 237 of A Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Pressed Tulip specimens
Specimens from the herbarium of Mary Somerset (the Duchess of Beaufort). Pressed by the Duchess herself (1630 - 1714)

Bubalus bubalis, Indian water buffalo
These are the largest Indian water buffalo horns ever recorded, each almost 2 metres long

Hans Sloane Vol. 211 page 29
Viola violacea Makino, Oxalis corniculata and Trachelospermum asiaticum Nakai. Specimens taken from Hans Sloane Vol.211 page 29

Butterfly illustration
Table 239 From Natural History of Jamaica (1725) by Sir Hans Sloane

Sir Hans Sloane (actor)
An actor in the Natural History Museum playing the part of Sir Hans Sloane, the 17th Century Naturalist

Pressed insects, mounted by botanist Leonard Plukenet (1642
Pressed by Leonard Plukenet in around 1690

Theobroma cacao
Cocoa plant brought back from Jamaica in 1689 by Hans Sloane. Illustration by Everhardus Kickius. Specimen kept in the Botany Library

Pressed Auricula specimens
Specimens from the herbarium of Mary Somerset (the Duchess of Beaufort). Pressed by the Duchess herself (1630 - 1714)

Drawer of botanical specimens from the Sir Hans Sloane collection. Held in the botany department at the Natural History Museum, London

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Sloane: A Historical Gem in the Heart of London Step into Sloane Square tube station and you'll find yourself immersed in the rich history of this vibrant neighborhood. As you exit, take a moment to appreciate the picturesque River Westbourne flowing gracefully nearby, adding charm to this bustling area. Welcome to Sloane Square, located in Chelsea, London. This iconic square offers a splendid view of Kings Road, where elegant shops and boutiques line the streets. It's no wonder that Sloane Square has become synonymous with luxury and style. Did you know that Longwood was once Napoleon's residence at St. Helena? Transport yourself back to 1896 as you imagine Bonaparte checking on the French retreat at Marengo during his reign. The echoes of history are palpable here. Intriguingly, an advertisement for Daimler hire cars with chauffeurs captures the essence of sophistication that permeates through Sloane Square. Picture yourself cruising down its streets in one of these luxurious vehicles - a truly unforgettable experience. Nature lovers will be delighted by Cordia sebestena, also known as geiger tree, which adds bursts of vibrant color amidst the urban landscape. Its presence reminds us that even amidst city life, nature always finds a way to thrive. For those fascinated by military history, Murat leading the cavalry at Jena on October 14th, 1806 is an image worth exploring further from 1896 archives. These historical events bring depth and character to Sloane Street - another prominent location within this remarkable district. As we wander along Sloane Street towards Pimlico Borders in London’s southwest corner, we can't help but admire its architectural beauty blending seamlessly with modernity. The juxtaposition creates an atmosphere unlike any other. Finally arriving at Sloane Square Station feels like stepping into a time capsule honoring Hans Sloane himself – depicted beautifully by W Holl Eng – whose legacy lives on in this remarkable neighborhood.