Statistics Collection

Kiss of the Oceans - Atlantic meets Pacific - Panama Canal
The Kiss of the Oceans - The Atlantic meets the Pacific due to the construction of The Panama Canal - A lovely allegorical card relating to this phenomenal engineering project

Daily Mail War Map, WW1
A fold out war map issued by the Daily Mail in the early weeks of the First World War. The map offers statistics regarding the manpower strength of each of the warring nations

British Empire world map, 19th century
British Empire world map. This world map shows the 19th-century British Empire (pink) and its indigenous peoples. Five illustrations (clockwise from upper left) show the people of Australia

John Venn, caricature C013 / 7595
John Venn (1834-1923). Caricature of the British logician and philosopher John Venn. Venn is best known for introducing the Venn diagram, which is used in many fields, including set theory

Gregor Mendel, Austrian botanist
Gregor Johann Mendel (1822-1884), Austrian botanist and founder of genetics. Mendel, the abbot of an abbey in Brno, carried out breeding experiments with pea plants (held in hand)

JOHN L. SULLIVAN (1858-1918). American heavyweight pugilist. Lithograph by Currier and Ives, 1883

Agricultural and manufacturing output and wealth and debts of the United States (coloured engraving)
6014062 Agricultural and manufacturing output and wealth and debts of the United States (coloured engraving) by American School

Factors governing an invasion by G. H. Davis
The situation of Britain face to face with a German north-west Europe: factors governing an invasion during the Second World War

Statement of Poor Relief in St Lukes Parish, 1854
A printed summary statement of the poor relief statistics for the London parish of St Luke for the week ending 5 August 1854

Intensity of Suicide in Italy, Period 1864-76 (colour litho)
8634281 Intensity of Suicide in Italy, Period 1864-76 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Intensity of Suicide in Italy, Period 1864-76)

Intensity of Suicide in France in each department, Period 1872-76 (colour litho)
8634280 Intensity of Suicide in France in each department, Period 1872-76 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Education in France in 1867 (colour litho)
CHT307492 Education in France in 1867 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map showing the levels of literacy in France in 1867; left shows the extent of)

Intensity of Suicide in England in Each County, Period 1872-76 (colour litho)
8634279 Intensity of Suicide in England in Each County, Period 1872-76 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Laplace's Nebula Hypothesis
3732386 The Laplace's Nebula Hypothesis; (add.info.: Images depicting the Laplace's Nebula Hypothesis. Left: The formation of a solar system Stage 1 - a nebula condensing into a star)

Republican presidents and statistics, 1876
1576400 Republican presidents and statistics, 1876; (add.info.: National Republican chart 1876' Print shows Rutherford B. Hayes, facing right, and William A)

Intensity of Suicide in Europe (colour litho)
8634284 Intensity of Suicide in Europe (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Intensity of Suicide in Europe)

Carl Friedrich Gauss and Wilhelm Eduard Weber
3585803 Carl Friedrich Gauss and Wilhelm Eduard Weber; (add.info.: Portraits of Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) a German mathematician and Wilhelm Eduard Weber (1804-1891)

Chart compiled from London Bills of Mortality for 1796-1800, showing the number of deaths from various causes
527510 Chart compiled from London Bills of Mortality for 1796-1800, showing the number of deaths from various causes and the number of deaths at differenct ages

Portrait of J.C.F. Gauss
673161 Portrait of J.C.F. Gauss; (add.info.: Johann Carl Friedrich Gauss (30 April 1777 - 23 February 1855) was a German mathematician

Colored population ratio to total population 1880, 1897. Creator: Unknown
Colored population ratio to total population 1880, 1897

The North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, 1903. Creator: Unknown
The North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, 1903

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Pauperism 1884, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Pauperism 1884, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Wealth 1884, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Wealth 1884, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Agriculture 1885, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Agriculture 1885, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Religion 1881, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Religion 1881, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Education 1881, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Education 1881, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Population 1881, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic Statistical Maps of Ireland; Population 1881, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Worlds Largest Living Christmas Tree, Wilmington
3781598 Worlds Largest Living Christmas Tree, Wilmington; (add.info.: Worlds Largest Living Christmas Tree, Wilmington, North Carolina)

Statistics, Bournville village

Statistics relating to Bournville Village in the 1920s

Syphilis in the UK population, 1920s projection slide

White Star Line, RMS Olympic - two photos, abstract of log December 1933. Date: 20th century

Cunard White Star, RMS Queen Mary, engineers log
Cunard White Star, RMS Queen Mary engineers log, detailing voyage no.1 (27 May 1936, Captain Sir Edgar Britten RD RNR) to no.87 (12 July 1942, Captain J G Bisset)

RMS Olympic - dinner menu, abstract of log cards
RMS Olympic - Second Class dinner fold over menu, dated 20 August 1920; two abstract of log cards dated 1920 and 1932. Date: 1920-1932

Cunard White Star, Lancastria deck plan with statistics

France and Paris, A Peaceful Invasion
Caricature illustration, with statistics and comparisons, of Foreign immigrants in France and in Paris. Captioned, Another partition of France: A Peaceful Invasion'. Date: 1911

MPs protesting about housing cuts at the Department of the Environment, 19 February 1981. On the left is Gerald Kaufmann, Labour MP. Each MP carries a placard giving statistics for their area

London Brighton South Coast Railway Roll Honour
london, brighton, south, coast, railway, roll, honour, 1916, fallen, employees, since, outbreak, war, ww1, wwi, first, world, wartime, 1st, one, vintage, poster, posters, company, names, died

John Smith, British Labour MP and Party leader
John Smith (1938-1994), British Labour MP and Party leader, seen here giving a speech with a bar chart beside him, showing inflation statistics. Date: circa 1990s

Vital Statistics Ridden By Dane O Neil Newmarket Craven Meeting 2007 Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 18 April 2007 Date: 18 April 2007

Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 (engraving)
7201758 Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bill of mortality in London, 15-22 August 1665)

Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666 (litho)
7201754 Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mortality in the Great Plague in London, 1665-1666)

Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665 (litho)
7201743 Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Spread of the Great Plague of London, 1665)

Bill of deaths in London, 1665 (engraving)
7201753 Bill of deaths in London, 1665 (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bill of deaths in London, 1665)

Geographical distribution of the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho)
7201755 Geographical distribution of the Great Plague of London, 1665-1666 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Forthcoming Meeting of the British Association, the President-Elect and Presidents of Departments (engraving)
1044455 The Forthcoming Meeting of the British Association, the President-Elect and Presidents of Departments (engraving) by English School

Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving)
1047604 Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninety-Two in the Shade)

The President of the Association and the Presidents of the Various Sections, British Association, 1893 (engraving)
1062980 The President of the Association and the Presidents of the Various Sections, British Association, 1893 (engraving) by English School

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"Unveiling the Power of Numbers: Exploring the Fascinating World of Statistics" From the majestic "Kiss of the Oceans, " where Atlantic meets Pacific through the remarkable engineering feat of the Panama Canal, to historical artifacts like the "Daily Mail War Map" during WW1 and a British Empire world map from the 19th century, they have played an essential role in shaping our understanding of complex phenomena. In this captivating journey, we encounter influential figures such as John Venn, whose iconic caricature C013/7595 represents his groundbreaking work on probability and logic. We also delve into Gregor Mendel's pioneering research as an Austrian botanist, unraveling genetic inheritance patterns that laid the foundation for modern genetics. Even within sports history, they have left their mark. The lithograph by Currier and Ives depicting American heavyweight pugilist John L. Sullivan showcases how statistical analysis can capture athletic achievements and contribute to sporting legacies. Beyond individual accomplishments, statistics provide insights into societal progress. Colored engravings showcasing agricultural and manufacturing output alongside wealth and debts in the United States highlight how data has been used to assess economic growth or challenges throughout history. Moreover, G. H. Davis's exploration of factors governing invasions reminds us that statistical analysis extends beyond numbers alone; it encompasses strategic decision-making processes with real-world implications. Examining social issues is another realm where statistics prove invaluable. A glimpse at St Lukes Parish's statement on poor relief in 1854 demonstrates how data-driven approaches were employed to address poverty-related concerns even centuries ago. Fast forward to Bournville Village – a testament to George Cadbury's vision – where meticulously collected statistics shed light on its development as a model village promoting social welfare alongside industrial success in early 20th-century Britain. However, not all statistical findings are positive; they sometimes reveal alarming trends requiring attention.