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To Sir Charles Middleton, Baronet, Comptroller of His Majesty's Navy, This plate of the memorable victory, the French commanded by the Compte De Grasse in the West Indies April 12th 1782 by Sir George Bridges Rodney Commander in Chief (sic) of the British Fleet is most respectfully inscribed by His most obedient humble servant, N. Pocock
17" (18 1/2 with text) x 23"
Note: Lower left margin reads: "The Point of view from the Windward, the Commander in Chief in the Formidable leading the center of vision through the enemy line of Battle."
Note: Lower left margin reads: "The Point of view from the Windward, the Commander in Chief in the Formidable leading the center of vision through the enemy line of Battle."
Bethel Baptist Church
"A policeman helps an old lady to her seat at the Bethel Baptist Church, which had the highest attendance at Wednesday's watchnight services."
Lady of the Angels Roman Catholic on Molynes Road
"Good Friday Mass: Father Joseph Wider of Our Lady of the Angel Roman Catholic Church on Molynes Road seen surmonising sections of the story of the Crucifixion at the three-hour Mass held at the church on Good Friday. Fathers Paul Walsh and Gabriel…
A scene from the nativity story
"Christmas in January: The Rastafarian community in Jamaica celebrated Christmas Thursday, January 7 and the Orthodox groups conducted their usual colourful ceremonies. Here is a scene from the nativity story, Joseph (Deacon Georgie Pitt, and Mary…
Sister Seble Wengel admiring her craft items
"Admiring craft items: Sister Seble Wengel looks on thoughtfully at one of the many craft items on display at her "Irey Corner" joint."
Hollywood Prelude
"Hollywood Prelude placed third in tan ratings at New Kingston Hotel. The designer Ivylin Mitchell, the model Norma Roache."
Regal Beauty 1940s
"Going back in time with a design by Patricia Salmon titled Regal Beauty 1940s modelled by Carmen."
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Morant Point Lighthouse
The Morant Point Lighthouse, Jamaica's oldest lighthouse, built in 1841 and located at the easternmost point of Jamaica. Repair work is being carried…