Supporter Collection (#3)

The statue of Professor Thomas Henry Huxley in the Great Hall of the Natural History Museum, South Kensington
3627061 The statue of Professor Thomas Henry Huxley in the Great Hall of the Natural History Museum, South Kensington, London (litho) by Paget

Our Teams Lost By... Goals to... From... (colour litho)
NFM315242 Our Teams Lost By...Goals to...From...(colour litho) by English School, (19th century); National Football Museum, Manchester, UK; eNational Football Museum; English, out of copyright

Philip the Magnanimous welcoming the reformers to a religious debate in 1529, 1903 (oil on canvas)
BFM375427 Philip the Magnanimous welcoming the reformers to a religious debate in 1529, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Janssen, Peter Johann Theodor (1844-1908); Marburger Alten Aula, Marburg

Cold Challenges (Colour Litho)
2809271 Cold Challenges (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The challenges in the cold. A winter trial by the students of Spandau (Berlin)

A camp for the virtuosity of skiers (colour litho)
2809085 A camp for the virtuosity of skiers (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A field for the virtuosity of skiers)

The gimmick of an Italian wrestler and baritone, sings the Trovatore romance after having landed the opponent
2815584 The gimmick of an Italian wrestler and baritone, sings the Trovatore romance after having landed the opponent (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Catholics Petition to Prince Rupert (1619-82) 1644 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF153358 The Catholics Petition to Prince Rupert (1619-82) 1644 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Baron Ippolyte Petroffski, Russian turfite, c1860 (engraving)
820605 Baron Ippolyte Petroffski, Russian turfite, c1860 (engraving) by Hunt, James B. (fl.1850-65); Private Collection; (add.info.: Baron Ippolyte Petroffski)

The first Italian winter tourism caravan on the Spluga, national ski races in Madesimo (colour litho)
2815420 The first Italian winter tourism caravan on the Spluga, national ski races in Madesimo (colour litho) by Beltrame

A nice Italian sports victory (colour litho)
2809185 A nice Italian sports victory (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A good Italian sports victory)

The exiled Marius amidst the ruins of Carthage, illustration from Plutarch
STC412040 The exiled Marius amidst the ruins of Carthage, illustration from Plutarchs Lives for Boys and Girls, retold by W.H

Stereoscopic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 28th June 1897 (b / w photo)
476348 Stereoscopic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 28th June 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b / w photo)
476316 Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Final Tie of the Football Association Cup, Illustrated Sporting
1113318 The Final Tie of the Football Association Cup, Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, 1889 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); National Football Museum, Manchester

Map of the Battle of Preston of 1715, 1818 (hand-coloured engraving)
1113181 Map of the Battle of Preston of 1715, 1818 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); 23x29 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Mrs fawcett (b / w photo)
815991 Mrs fawcett (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Fawcett, (1847-1929), English suffragist and feminist, Dame Millicent Garrett Fawcett

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895, English biologist (b / w photo)
817585 Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895, English biologist (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895, English biologist)

Martin Luther in prayer as he prepares for the Diet of Worms (top). Georg von Frundsberg gives encouragement to Martin
3647717 Martin Luther in prayer as he prepares for the Diet of Worms (top). Georg von Frundsberg gives encouragement to Martin Luther (bottom) (engraving) by Konig

Italian cycling victory in France (colour litho)
2809314 Italian cycling victory in France (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italian cycling victory in France)

The Supporter of the Orb (chromolitho)
2776227 The Supporter of the Orb (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Supporter of the Orb)

The departure from Milan during the Antelucan hours of the 13 runs of the riders registered for the cycling tour of
2815229 The departure from Milan during the Antelucan hours of the 13 runs of the riders registered for the cycling tour of Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame

The latest in sport (colour litho)
2777715 The latest in sport (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The latest in sport)

Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia (colour litho)
2783598 Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Picturesque scenes from the Giro d Italia)

A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators (colour litho)
2778515 A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A surprise for a hundred thousand spectators)

The cycling tour of Italy is in full development (colour litho)
2778054 The cycling tour of Italy is in full development (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cycling tour of Italy is in full development)

Stereoscopic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 28th June 1897 (b / w photo)
476343 Stereoscopic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee, 28th June 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b / w photo)
476319 Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b / w photo)
476317 Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b / w photo)
476311 Stereographic print of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Footballing Grandfather, from the Happy Families card game, c
NFM315193 Footballing Grandfather, from the Happy Families card game, c.1890-1900 (colour litho) by English School; National Football Museum, Manchester, UK; eNational Football Museum; English

Charles Freer Andrews, English Christian missionary and supporter of Indian independence (b / w photo)
5996583 Charles Freer Andrews, English Christian missionary and supporter of Indian independence (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sketches at the Northampton Election (engraving)
1623865 Sketches at the Northampton Election (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Northampton Election)

Yale vs Princeton at the New York Polo Grounds in 1881, from Frank Leslie
1127166 Yale vs Princeton at the New York Polo Grounds in 1881, from Frank Leslies Illustrated Newspaper, 17 December 1881 (engraving) by American School

The supporter
Lou Urlings

FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Blackburn Rovers v Wolverhampton Wanderers. Wolves won the game and the cup after a 3-0 victory. Pictured, crowd scenes. 7th May 1960

FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Tottenham Hotspur 2 v Leicester City 0. Crowd scenes. 6th May 1961

FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Arsenal v Liverpool. Pictured, crowd scenes. 8th May 1971

Rugby match, Coventry v Newcastle. 2nd November 1996

Bobby Charlton, of Manchester United, meets young fan Leslie Ripley of Barking, East London. 13 year old Leslie went to his first football match today

Bob Mortimer at Ayresome Park, Middlesbrough F. Cs football ground. Circa 1994
Bob Mortimer at Ayresome Park, Middlesbrough F.Cs football ground. Circa 1994

The Boros new local, The Malt Shovel in Corporation Road, is hoping for a trade bonanza when Middlesbrough F.C. move into their new stadium. Pictured is landlord Harry Watson supporting the Boro

The wedding of Martyn and Pamela Preece at Birmingham Register Office. Martyn left afterwards to watch the Aston Villa v Norwich Cup Final at Wembley. 1st March 1975

Actor Richard Wilson at the 1997 General Election Labour Victory party at the Royal Festival Hall. 5th May 1997

Stand by for the new-look White Hart Lane. Spurs new £; 3 1/4 million West Stand is way ahead of schedule thanks to men like Mick Crompton

Crowds scenes during match action from the 1959 FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Nottingham Forest 2-1 Luton Town. 1959 FA Cup Final. 2nd May 1959

A female Arsenal fan showing of her rosette and scarf. February 1953 D697

The General Election - An Enthusiastic Supporter
Comic Postcard series - The General Election - An Enthusiastic Supporter rolling-in after a hearty session of seemingly liquid-based campaigning!! 1908

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A supporter is more than just a fan; they are the backbone of any movement or cause. From the revolutionary Mayakovsky standing tall and strong to Lord Byron in 1826, their unwavering support has shaped history. Even The Florentines Renouncing The Vanities By Order of Savonarola in 1890, depicted by an unknown creator, shows the power of supporters united against societal norms. The Society of United Irishmen taking the oath against English rule showcases how they can band together for a common goal, while Cato the Younger reminds us that even individuals can make a significant impact. Just like a railway sleeper at Euston Station provides stability to trains passing through, supporters provide strength and reliability to those they stand behind. But it's not all seriousness and solemnity; sometimes supporters bring joy and amusement too. Whether it's the fury of a swan captured in vibrant colors or The Giant Factotum amusing himself as published by Hannah Humphrey in 1797, these moments remind us that supporting something doesn't always have to be serious business. Supporters come from all walks of life; even influential figures like David Lloyd-George speaking passionately in Rochdale in 1923 understand the importance of rallying behind a cause. And who can forget Mayakovsky with his intense gaze capturing our attention three-quarters of the way? Even on sports fields like Brighton and Hove Albion v West Bromwich Albion Emirates FA Cup on January 26th, 2019, we witness passionate fans cheering on their team with unwavering loyalty. In every corner of history and society, there are supporters making their mark - whether silently or vocally - shaping narratives and driving change forward, and are an integral part of progress and transformation because without them, movements would crumble under pressure. So let us celebrate these unsung heroes who lend their voices, time, energy, and passion to the causes they believe in.