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CITIZEN KANE. 1941. Orson Welles as Charles Foster Kane in Citizen Kane, 1941, which Welles also directed

Welles and Newsmen 1938
Orson Welles speaks with newsmen, 30 October 1938, after the sensational broadcast of a dramatised version of the book by the Mercury Theatre, NY

DEATH OF LINCOLN, 1865. Death bed of Lincoln. Lithograph, 1865

Orson Welles / Rko Radio
ORSON WELLES American film actor, producer and director

The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
Promotional postcard for The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare; set to music by Adrian Welles Beecham. First produced at the Grand Theatre, Brighton

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GIDEON WELLES American statesman, Secretary of the Navy Date: 1802 - 1878

Orson Welles / Columbia
ORSON WELLES American film actor, producer and director

Solemn Joust on London Bridge, late 15th century, (1886). Artist: Richard Beavis
Solemn Joust on London Bridge, late 15th century, (1886). Victorian representation of a jousting match between David de Lindsay, Earl of Crawford and Lord John de Welles, Ambassador of Richard III

Orson Welles, American actor and film director, 30 October 1938. Welles (1915-1985) photographed after his the broadcast of a radio dramatisation of The War of the Worlds, by HG Wells

Gideon Welles, US Secretary of the Navy from 1861 to 1869, 1862-1867. Welles (1802-1878) oversaw a buildup in the strength of the Union Navy which enabled it to successfully enforce a blockade of

Gideon Welles 1802 To 1878. U. S. Secretary Of The Navy Under Presidents Abraham Lincoln & Andrew Johnson
Gideon Welles 1802 To 1878. U.S. Secretary Of The Navy Under Presidents Abraham Lincoln & Andrew Johnson. From Photograph By Matthew Brady

MARCH ON WASHINGTON, 1963. Harry Belafonte, Burt Lancaster, Marlon Brando, Orson Welles, and Charlton Heston arriving in Washington, D.C. for the March on Washington. Photograph by Warren K

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GIDEON WELLES American statesman Date: 1802 - 1878

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U. S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U.S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Oil over a photograph taken by Mathew Brady during the Civil War

DEATH OF LINCOLN, 1865. Death of Abraham Lincoln, April 15th 1865. Lithograph by E.B. & E.C. Kellogg, 1865

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U. S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U.S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Photographed by Mathew Brady during the Civil War

U. S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving, 19th century
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U.S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving, 19th century

Sumner Welles (1892-1961) US Under-Secretary of State with Cuban leader Fulgencio Batista as General Malin Craig, American Army Chief of Staff, looks on, 1938

Poster for 1936 all black WPA production of Macbeth directed by John Houseman and Orson Welles
MACBETH POSTER, 1936. Poster for 1936 all black WPA production of Macbeth directed by John Houseman and Orson Welles

The first reading of the Emancipation Proclamation before Abraham Lincolns cabinet in 1862; standing left to right
EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION. The first reading of the Emancipation Proclamation before Abraham Lincolns cabinet in 1862; standing left to right: Salmon P. Chase, Caleb B

The first reading of the Emancipation Proclamation before President Abraham Lincolns cabinet in 1862
EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION. The first reading of the Emancipation Proclamation before President Abraham Lincolns cabinet in 1862. Standing left to right: Salmon P. Chase, Caleb B

The deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln, Washington, D. C. 15 April 1865. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1865
DEATH OF LINCOLN, 1865. The deathbed of President Abraham Lincoln, Washington, D.C. 15 April 1865. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1865

President Lincoln and his Cabinet in council, 22 September 1862. Adopting the Emancipation Proclamation
EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION. President Lincoln and his Cabinet in council, 22 September 1862. Adopting the Emancipation Proclamation, issued 1 January 1863. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1876

CITIZEN KANE, 1941. Orson Welles in the title role of Charles Foster Kane in the film Citizen Kane, 1941

ORSON WELLES (1915-1985). American director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. Shown broadcasting his famous adaptation of H.G. Wells novel The War of the Worlds, 30 October 1938

ABRAHAM LINCOLNs CABINET. President Lincoln and his cabinet in council on 22 September 1862, adopting the Emancipation Proclamation, issued 1 January 1863. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, 1876

GRAVE OF THE UNION, 1864. The Grave of the Union, or Major Jack Downings Dream. American lithograph cartoon, 1864, depicting the burial of the United States Constitution, habeas corpus

ORSON WELLES (1915-1985). American director, producer, screenwriter, and actor. Shown broadcasting his famous adaptation of H.G. Wells novel The War of the Worlds, 30 October 1938

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U. S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving, 19th century
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). U.S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving, 19th century

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). / nU. S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving
GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). /nU.S. Secretary of the Navy, 1861-1869. Steel engraving, 19th century

GIDEON WELLES (1802-1878). American politician: steel engraving, American, 19th century

President and Cabinet: H. Hamlin, A. Lincoln, Edw d Bates, EM Stanton, WH Seward, M. Blair, G. Welles, WP Fessenden, and JP Usher. Date between 1860 and 1870

NEW YORK: RKO PALACE, 1941. The world premiere of Citizen Kane at the RKO Palace, Broadway, New York City, 1941

FILM: CITIZEN KANE, 1941. Orson Welles in the title role of the 1941 motion picture Citizen Kane

ORSON WELLES: CITIZEN KANE. Orson Welles in the title role of Charles Foster Kane in the film Citizen Kane, 1941

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Orson Welles: A Multifaceted Talent in the World of Art and Entertainment From his groundbreaking film Citizen Kane to his mesmerizing portrayal of Charles Foster Kane, Orson Welles left an indelible mark on cinema. In 1941, he not only directed this iconic masterpiece but also showcased his acting prowess as the enigmatic protagonist. But Welles's talents extended far beyond the silver screen. In 1938, he captivated audiences with his radio adaptation of H. G. Wells' The War of the Worlds, causing widespread panic among listeners who believed it to be a real alien invasion. This incident solidified him as a master storyteller and demonstrated his ability to captivate through various mediums. Welles's passion for history was evident in projects like Death of Lincoln, where he delved into capturing historical moments such as Abraham Lincoln's death bed in a lithograph from 1865. His dedication to authenticity and attention to detail made him stand out as both an actor and director. Not limited by genre or medium, it also explored Shakespearean works like The Merchant of Venice. Through these adaptations, he breathed new life into classic plays while showcasing his versatility as an artist. The name "Welles" resonates beyond Orson himself; Gideon Welles - US Secretary of the Navy during President Lincoln's tenure - shares this surname too. Both men played significant roles in their respective fields: one shaping American cinema and theater while the other contributed greatly to naval affairs during pivotal times in U. S. History. Orson Welles continued pushing boundaries throughout his career, leaving behind a legacy that still inspires artists today. Whether it was directing films or portraying complex characters on stage or screen, he proved that true talent knows no bounds. In honor of this remarkable individual who brought stories alive through visual arts and captivating performances – here’s to you Orson Welles.