British Colonial Collection

Fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
2920851 Fatal airship accident at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bermuda, Hamilton, street, The Capcar Building

Bermuda, Hamilton, colonial building, The Capcar Building

Waring's furnishings in the Royal Pavilion at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
2920850 Waring's furnishings in the Royal Pavilion at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Bouquets being presented by red-cloaked Irish girls at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
2920852 Bouquets being presented by red-cloaked Irish girls at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The City of White Palaces illuminated at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo)
2906530 The City of White Palaces illuminated at the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Royal and Presidential carriages outside the Palace of French Arts at the opening of the Franco-British Exhibition
2906529 Royal and Presidential carriages outside the Palace of French Arts at the opening of the Franco-British Exhibition, 1908 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The American School, 1765 (oil on canvas)
3493178 The American School, 1765 (oil on canvas) by Pratt, Matthew (1734-1805); 91.4x127.6 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; (add.info.: London studio of Benjamin West, left)

The flip-flap ride at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving)
2906531 The flip-flap ride at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving) by Flere, H. H. (19th-20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The spiral railway at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving)
2906528 The spiral railway at the Franco-British exhibition, 1908 (engraving) by Flere, H. H. (19th-20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The British Colonial Empire: The Kings African Rifles
3697392 The British Colonial Empire: The Kings African Rifles, Our Allies in the Colonies (colour litho) by English School

Fort St. George, Coromandel Coast, 1794 (engraving)
BAL5594 Fort St. George, Coromandel Coast, 1794 (engraving) by Ryne, Jan van (fl.1755); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fort St George was the first English (later British) fortress in India

Fort William at Bengall, 1736 (engraving)
XJF451349 Fort William at Bengall, 1736 (engraving) by Vandergucht, Gerard (1696-1776); Private Collection; (add.info.: British colonial fort in Calcutta)

British Colonial Hotel, Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas, West Indies, Central America

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"Exploring the British Colonial Legacy: From Bermuda's Hamilton to the Franco-British Exhibition" Step into the charming streets of Hamilton, Bermuda, and you'll be transported back in time to an era influence. The Capcar Building stands tall as a testament to this rich history, its colonial architecture captivating visitors from all corners of the world. Traveling further through time, we find ourselves at the Franco-British Exhibition in 1908. Waring's furnishings adorn the Royal Pavilion, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship that epitomizes British elegance and refinement. As we wander through this grand exhibition, our eyes are drawn to red-cloaked Irish girls presenting bouquets with grace and charm. Their vibrant attire adds a splash of color against a backdrop of black-and-white photographs that capture these timeless moments. The City of White Palaces illuminates the night sky at this magnificent event. Its ethereal glow symbolizes not only Britain's imperial power but also its ability to captivate hearts and minds across borders. Outside the Palace of French Arts, royal and presidential carriages stand proudly as symbols of diplomatic unity between nations. These images remind us that even amidst political complexities, cultural exchange can foster harmony and understanding. Delving deeper into history, we uncover glimpses of early American education within Britain's colonial empire. The American School painting takes us back to 1765 when knowledge was shared across continents under British rule. Thrill-seekers would have been delighted by attractions like the flip-flap ride or spiral railway at the Franco-British Exhibition in 1908. These engravings transport us back to a time when entertainment knew no boundaries – an era where joy transcended nationalities. Finally, let us not forget Fort St. George on India's Coromandel Coast or Fort William in Bengal – both enduring testaments to Britain's military presence throughout their vast colonial empire. These engravings remind us of the strategic importance and lasting impact rule.