Wends Collection

MAP OF THE COURSE OF THE WEAR, in North East England rises in the Pennines and flows eastwards, mostly through County Durham to the North Sea in the City of Sunderland.Is one of the regions longest

Battle between the Saxons and the Wends (engraving)
3647249 Battle between the Saxons and the Wends (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle between the Saxons and the Wends)

Among the Wends (engraving)
1624858 Among the Wends (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Among the Wends. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 December 1886)

Map Of The Course Of The Wear, In North East England Rises In The Pennines And Flows Eastwards, Mostly Through County Durham To The North Sea In The City Of Sunderland.is One Of The Regions Longest

Is he going or coming? To the ball park he wends his way to see the game on bloomer day.. Print shows a silhouette of a man on horseback and a dog heading toward the fence

England / Hull
A No. 17C bus, destined for Orchard Park, wends its way through Kingston upon Hull town centre, Humberside, England. Date: circa 1980

The Roding at Wanstead
The River Roding, as it wends its way through Wanstead Park, Essex, England. This is one of the few natural parks around London. Date: 1930s

Camel Train Desert Asia
A caravan of camels wends its way across the desert sands as the sun sinks picturesquely in the west

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"Wends: Tracing the Historic Journey of a River and its People" The Wear, a majestic river in North East England, gracefully rises from the Pennines and meanders through picturesque landscapes. Its course is beautifully depicted on an ancient map, showcasing the natural wonders it encounters along its way. Centuries ago, this region witnessed a fierce battle between the Saxons and the Wends. Engraved illustrations capture this historic clash, reminding us of the struggles faced by these ancient tribes as they fought for their lands. Amongst the Wends themselves, life was vibrant and diverse. Another engraving portrays their customs and traditions, offering glimpses into their unique culture. A funeral procession on the River Spree in Lusitania showcases how they honored their departed loved ones with solemn beauty. Not all depictions are serious; some engravings reveal lighter moments in Wendic life. "The Humours of Electioneering" captures political antics that entertained both participants and spectators alike during election campaigns. Beyond historical records lies modern-day charm. The caption takes us to Hull in England where locals wend their way to ballparks for thrilling matches filled with excitement and camaraderie. Moving away from England but still following waterways' allure, we find ourselves at Wanstead's Roding River—a serene location captured twice—where nature's tranquility invites contemplation amidst bustling city life. London Snow paints a picture-perfect scene where snowflakes delicately blanket streets while people wend through them—creating an enchanting winter wonderland within one of Europe's busiest cities. Finally, our journey leads us to Asia's desert regions where camel trains elegantly wend across vast expanses—an evocative image symbolizing endurance against harsh conditions while embracing cultural heritage. Intriguingly diverse yet interconnected by rivers or human movement—the story of "Wends" unfolds through maps, battles fought bravely or customs celebrated, reminding us of the rich tapestry woven by history and geography.