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Girton College, nr. Cambridge, 1923. Girton College, established in 1869 as a college for women, the first one of Cambridge University. In 1976 it became coeducational
The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 1936. Creator: UnknownThe Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 1936. The Keigwin Arms, 16th century hotel, dating to 14th century, the oldest building in town
Bulgarian, from Worlds Smokers series (N33) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1888
Napoleon I at the tomb of Frederick the Great, 27 October 1806, (1936). Creator: UnknownNapoleon I at the tomb of Frederick the Great, 27 October 1806, (1936). Napoleon I Am Sarge Friedrichs Des Grossen, 27 Oktober 1806
Mozart performs for Empress Maria Theresia, 1 October 1762, (1936). Creator: UnknownMozart performs for Empress Maria Theresia, 1 October 1762, (1936). Mozart Vor Kaiserin Maria Theresia, 1 Oktober 1762. The six-year-old Mozart plays for the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria at
The Peacock, Rowsley, Derbyshire, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]
Epsom College, 1923. Epsom College, public school, situated on the Downs (Surrey). It was founded in 1853 to provide support to the sons and orphans of members of medical professions
Bill Sykes, 1939. William Bill Sikes is a character from the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens (1812-1870). From the Dickens Character Series produced by Copes Cigarettes, 1939
The Queen of Hearts, 1930. Artist: John TennielThe Queen of Hearts, 1930. The Queen of Hearts from Lewis Carrolls (1832-1898) Alice in Wonderland. After an illustration by John Tenniel (1820-1914) colour printed by Edward Evans (1826-1905)
Benny Lynch, Scottish boxer, 1938. Born in the Gorbals district of Glasgow, Lynch (1913-1946) has been described as Scotlands greatest ever boxer
The Proclamation of the German Empire at Versailles, 18 January 1871, (1936). Creator: UnknownThe Proclamation of the German Empire at Versailles, 18 January 1871, (1936). Kaiserproklamation in Versailles, 18 Januar 1871
Queen Adelaide. Princess Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen (Adelheid Amalie Luise Theresa Carolin, 1792-1849) later Queen Adelaide, was the Queen Consort of King William IV of the United Kingdom
Catherine Howard, 1935. Catherine Howard, fifth wife of Henry VIII, (1796). Catherine (born between 1520 and 1525, died February 13)
The Cook, 1930. Artist: John TennielThe Cook, 1930. The Cook from Lewis Carrolls (1832-1898) Alice in Wonderland. After an illustration by John Tenniel (1820-1914) colour printed by Edward Evans (1826-1905)
Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821), French general and Emperor, 1912Napoleon Bonaparte, French general and Emperor. Napoleon (1769-1821) enjoyed a meteoric rise through the ranks of the French Revolutionary army
Thomas Richard Leader, 1935Thomas Richard Leader, racehorse trainer, 1935. A print from the photo album Popular Personalities, issued for Piccadilly Juniors Oval Photos, 1935
Steamship La Champagne, French Line, from the Ocean and River Steamers series (N83) for Duke brand cigarettes, 1887
The Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. Creator: UnknownThe Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. The Royal Anchor hotel, 18th century coaching inn on the London to Portsmouth road
The British South Africa Police, 1936. Creator: UnknownThe British South Africa Police, 1936. From " Military Uniforms of the British Empire Overseas". [John Player & Sons, 1936]
New Zealand Mounted Rifles, 1936. Creator: UnknownNew Zealand Mounted Rifles, 1936. From " Military Uniforms of the British Empire Overseas". [John Player & Sons, 1936]
James II, 1935. King James II of England and VII of Scotland (1633-1701) became King of England, King of Scots, and King of Ireland from 6 February 1685
Family Tandem with Side-Car, 1939. From Cycling 1839-1939. [John Player & Sons, London, 1939]
Rugby School, 1923. Rugby School (Warwickshire), founded in 1567 in accordance with the legacy of Lawrence Sheriff, an Elizabethan gentleman
Tonbridge School, 1923. Tonbridge School, an independent day and boarding school for boys in Tonbridge, Kent, founded by Sir Andrew Judde and qualified under Royal Charter by Edward VI in 1553
Aston Martin Four-Seater Tourer, c1936. Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd is a British manufacturer of luxury sports vehicles. Founded in London in 1913. From An Album of Motor Cars
The Duchess of York at the time of her wedding, 1923 (1935). Ardath cigarette card, from a series of 50 commemorating the Silver Jubilee of King George V, 1935
Rafael Sabatini, 1937. Artists: Unknown, WD & HO WillsRafael Sabatini (1875-1950), Italian/English writer of novels of romance and adventure, 1937. Cigarette card 30 of 40 from Famous British Authors published by WD & HO Wills
Bumble the Beadle, 1939. Mr Bumble is a character from the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens (1812-1870). From the Dickens Character Series produced by Copes Cigarettes, 1939
Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonaldCatherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia. Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) who came to the throne in 1762. A German princess
Admiral Teddy Evans, (1881-1957), British naval officer and Antarctic explorer, 1916Admiral Edward Ratcliffe Garth Russell Evans, 1st Baron Mountevans (1881-1957), known as Teddy Evans, was a British naval officer and Antarctic explorer, 1916
Jack Petersen, Welsh boxer, 1938. In 1932 Petersen (1911-1990) won the British light-heavyweight championship by defeating Harry Crossley on points
Charles George Gordon(1833-85), English soldier, 1924Major-General Charles George Gordon (1833-1885), British army officer and administrator. Also known as Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha, and Gordon of Khartoum
H. R. H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Artist: WD & HO WillsH.R.H, PSS. Alexander of Teck, 1908. Portraits of European Royalty, Willss Cigarette Cards, Bristol & London
Sir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, British grocer and yachtsman, 1926. Artist: Alick P F RitchieSir Thomas Johnstone Lipton, 1st Baronet, British grocer and yachtsman, 1926. Portrait of Lipton (1848-1931) who created the famous Lipton tea brand and took part in the Americas Cup
King Henry IV. Henry (1367-1413) was born at Bolingbroke Castle in Lincolnshire, hence the other name by which he was known, Henry of Bolingbroke
King Richard I. Richard I (1157-1199) was King of England from 1189 to 1199. In his own time, the troubadour Bertran de Born called him Oc-e-Non (Yes-and-No)
Transporter Bridge, Newport, WalesTransporter bridge, Newport, Wales. This type of bridge allowed shipping to pass unimpeded and passengers and goods to be transported across a river on a suspended platform
Ye Olde Boars Head, Middleton, Lancashire, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]
Bridge over the River Thames at Clifton Hampden, 1926. Artist: Cavenders LtdBridge over the River Thames at Clifton Hampden, 1926. From the River Valleys set of hand-coloured cigarette cards issued with Army Club Cigarettes, Cavanders Ltd, 1926
'High Constables and Guard of Honour of Holyroodhouse', 1937. Creator: Unknown'High Constables and Guard of Honour of Holyroodhouse', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'Royal Postilion and Walking Attendant', 1937. Creator: Unknown'Royal Postilion and Walking Attendant', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'State Trumpeter Household Cavalry', 1937. Creator: Unknown'State Trumpeter Household Cavalry', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'H.M.'s Bargemaster and a Waterman', 1937. Creator: Unknown'H.M.'s Bargemaster and a Waterman', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'One of H.M.'s Marshalmen', 1937. Creator: Unknown'One of H.M.'s Marshalmen', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'One of the Children of H.M.'s Chapels Royal', 1937. Creator: Unknown'One of the Children of H.M.'s Chapels Royal', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'A Page of Honour', 1937. Creator: Unknown'A Page of Honour', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'A Military Knight of Windsor', 1937. Creator: Unknown'A Military Knight of Windsor', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]
'An Elder Brother of the Trinity House', 1937. Creator: Unknown'An Elder Brother of the Trinity House', 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]