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The ''Little Rapid'' home knitting machine which created at tubular web, introduced into Britain in 1871. Engraving, London, 1872. Stock Photo

RMDYEHME–The ''Little Rapid'' home knitting machine which created at tubular web, introduced into Britain in 1871. Engraving, London, 1872.

An old engraving showing workers at a gasworks or gas house or factory, here turning on the gas – an illustration from the early 1800s. Coal gas was introduced to Britain in the 1790s by the Scottish inventor William Murdoch. Early gasworks were built for factories in the Industrial Revolution and from about 1805 as a light source. Early gasworks were usually located beside a river or canal so that coal could be brought in by barge. Transport later shifted to railways and road. Stock Photo

RM2C6DHPA–An old engraving showing workers at a gasworks or gas house or factory, here turning on the gas – an illustration from the early 1800s. Coal gas was introduced to Britain in the 1790s by the Scottish inventor William Murdoch. Early gasworks were built for factories in the Industrial Revolution and from about 1805 as a light source. Early gasworks were usually located beside a river or canal so that coal could be brought in by barge. Transport later shifted to railways and road.

The newest craze from Australia, introduced to Britain - dirt track motorcycle racing. Stock Photo

RM2M9957H–The newest craze from Australia, introduced to Britain - dirt track motorcycle racing.

Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts Stock Photo

RMCENTE7–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

Dec. 12, 1966 - A demonstration Mishap.: Britain was introduced to a new water sport in the heart of London, yesterday, when a two-seater hydrofoil made its debut on the Thames. The new craft is the smallest and cheapest fail riding craft is the smallest and cheapest fail riding craft in the world. Hi-Foiling is a completely new experience in aquativ sport. The craft is less than nine feet long, is powered by an outboard engine and has handle bar steering. it operates liek any other craft up to ten to fifteen miles an hour Stock Photo

RME0XGYR–Dec. 12, 1966 - A demonstration Mishap.: Britain was introduced to a new water sport in the heart of London, yesterday, when a two-seater hydrofoil made its debut on the Thames. The new craft is the smallest and cheapest fail riding craft is the smallest and cheapest fail riding craft in the world. Hi-Foiling is a completely new experience in aquativ sport. The craft is less than nine feet long, is powered by an outboard engine and has handle bar steering. it operates liek any other craft up to ten to fifteen miles an hour

Roman leather sandal, which the Romans introduced to Britain. Artist: Unknown Stock Photo

RMW7E6WT–Roman leather sandal, which the Romans introduced to Britain. Artist: Unknown

Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima. Discovered in Mexico by American botanist Joel Roberts Poinsette, introduced to Britain by James McNab of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Showy poinsettia, Poinsettia pulcherrima. Handcoloured engraving by Frederick William Smith after a botanical illustration by Samuel Holden from Joseph Paxtons Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 4, Orr and Smith, London, 1837. Stock Photo

RM2T68R74–Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima. Discovered in Mexico by American botanist Joel Roberts Poinsette, introduced to Britain by James McNab of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Showy poinsettia, Poinsettia pulcherrima. Handcoloured engraving by Frederick William Smith after a botanical illustration by Samuel Holden from Joseph Paxtons Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 4, Orr and Smith, London, 1837.

. Drawing by J Gilfoy of a design for a horse-drawn charabanc with three rows of seats produced by the coachbuilders Hooper & Co. The firm was established in 1807 in Haymarket, London, were awarded their first Royal patronage in 1830, and gained a reputation for unrivalled quality and craftsmanship. In the 20th century they switched to building coachwork for motor cars, and are probably best known for their association with Rolls-Royce. Charabancs, introduced into Britain from France in about 1850, varied much in construction, design and size. They were pulled by four horses, and initially wer Stock Photo

RMMX623X–. Drawing by J Gilfoy of a design for a horse-drawn charabanc with three rows of seats produced by the coachbuilders Hooper & Co. The firm was established in 1807 in Haymarket, London, were awarded their first Royal patronage in 1830, and gained a reputation for unrivalled quality and craftsmanship. In the 20th century they switched to building coachwork for motor cars, and are probably best known for their association with Rolls-Royce. Charabancs, introduced into Britain from France in about 1850, varied much in construction, design and size. They were pulled by four horses, and initially wer

A security notice at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, where amended security measures were introduced today in the wake of a Home Office announcement of a scaling down in the security risk Britain faces. Stock Photo

RMG9FKFB–A security notice at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, where amended security measures were introduced today in the wake of a Home Office announcement of a scaling down in the security risk Britain faces.

SQUIRREL GREY SQUIRREL (Latin: Sciurus carolinensis) North American native mammal introduced into Britain and Ireland where it is now very common. Stock Photo

RFDCF5RH–SQUIRREL GREY SQUIRREL (Latin: Sciurus carolinensis) North American native mammal introduced into Britain and Ireland where it is now very common.

A Spanish real, reale, , rial or royal introduced into Britain as a British coin n 1665 (Elizabeth 1st). Un real español, reale, rial o real introducido en Gran Bretaña como moneda británica en 1665 (Isabel I). Stock Photo

RM2WK93HN–A Spanish real, reale, , rial or royal introduced into Britain as a British coin n 1665 (Elizabeth 1st). Un real español, reale, rial o real introducido en Gran Bretaña como moneda británica en 1665 (Isabel I).

1980s, exterior of an Indian restaurant, the Akash Tandoori, York, England, UK. Tandoori is a style of indian cooking based on the use of a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven which originated in South Asia, in particular Northern India.. Since indian food was introduced into Britain, it has become very popular. Stock Photo

RM2FKNJ9H–1980s, exterior of an Indian restaurant, the Akash Tandoori, York, England, UK. Tandoori is a style of indian cooking based on the use of a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven which originated in South Asia, in particular Northern India.. Since indian food was introduced into Britain, it has become very popular.

RM2RBT29H–Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima. Discovered in Mexico by American botanist Joel Roberts Poinsette, introduced to Britain by James McNab of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Showy poinsettia, Poinsettia pulcherrima. Handcoloured engraving by Frederick William Smith after a botanical illustration by Samuel Holden from Joseph Paxton’s Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 4, Orr and Smith, London, 1837.

Greyhound racing at Belle Vue, Manchester, the first track built in Britain when the sport was introduced to Britain in 1926. Stock Photo

RMET44K0–Greyhound racing at Belle Vue, Manchester, the first track built in Britain when the sport was introduced to Britain in 1926.

Girdled snail (Hygromia cinctella: Helicidae) introduced into Britain in 1950 and now spreading UK Stock Photo

RMCRAFYM–Girdled snail (Hygromia cinctella: Helicidae) introduced into Britain in 1950 and now spreading UK

Pigeon speed - kings which look like aeroplanes . Rare breed that can dive at 200 miles an hour . A rare breed of pigeon has been introduced to Britain by Mr P G Mourabas of Pinner , Middlesex . The birds , very few of which are to be seen in this country , are appropriately called ' Oriental Sharpshooters ' . When they are in the air , the birds bear a remarkable resemblance to a squadron of fighting aeroplanes , soaring towards the clouds with astonishing speed . Their fast beating wings enable them to move 25 per cent quicker than a racing pigeon . These pigeons , however , have no homing i Stock Photo

RM2BW391R–Pigeon speed - kings which look like aeroplanes . Rare breed that can dive at 200 miles an hour . A rare breed of pigeon has been introduced to Britain by Mr P G Mourabas of Pinner , Middlesex . The birds , very few of which are to be seen in this country , are appropriately called ' Oriental Sharpshooters ' . When they are in the air , the birds bear a remarkable resemblance to a squadron of fighting aeroplanes , soaring towards the clouds with astonishing speed . Their fast beating wings enable them to move 25 per cent quicker than a racing pigeon . These pigeons , however , have no homing i

Dumping barge, introduced into Britain from New York. Refuse to be discharged was contained in two hinged compartments which could be opened separately to discharge it below water. Engraving, 1887. Stock Photo

RMR23HF2–Dumping barge, introduced into Britain from New York. Refuse to be discharged was contained in two hinged compartments which could be opened separately to discharge it below water. Engraving, 1887.

Original retro book cover - The Ark In Our Midst, 'The Story of the introduced animals of Britain: Birds, Beasts, Reptiles, Amphibians, Fishes'. R. S. R. Fitter 1959 Stock Photo

RM2WEW3RJ–Original retro book cover - The Ark In Our Midst, 'The Story of the introduced animals of Britain: Birds, Beasts, Reptiles, Amphibians, Fishes'. R. S. R. Fitter 1959

Museum building in the Market Square, Lancaster, Lancashire on morning that Covid-19 restrictions were introduced in Britain Stock Photo

RM2B86GE4–Museum building in the Market Square, Lancaster, Lancashire on morning that Covid-19 restrictions were introduced in Britain

Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), the Old World rabbit. [1828]. A rodent introduced to Britain by the Normans in the 11th century as a protein source, it has become an agricultural pest. It was introduced to Australia with disastrous results. From 'British Quadrupeds', W MacGillivray, (Edinburgh, 1828), one of the volumes in William Jardine's Naturalist's Library series. Hand-coloured engraving. Stock Photo

RMD96NHA–Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), the Old World rabbit. [1828]. A rodent introduced to Britain by the Normans in the 11th century as a protein source, it has become an agricultural pest. It was introduced to Australia with disastrous results. From 'British Quadrupeds', W MacGillivray, (Edinburgh, 1828), one of the volumes in William Jardine's Naturalist's Library series. Hand-coloured engraving.

A gasworks or gas house or factory – an old engraving c. 1810. Coal gas was introduced to Britain in the 1790s by the Scottish inventor William Murdoch. Early gasworks were built for factories in the Industrial Revolution and from about 1805 as a light source. Early gasworks were usually located beside a river or canal so that coal could be brought in by barge. Transport later shifted to railways and road. Stock Photo

RM2CFX8X2–A gasworks or gas house or factory – an old engraving c. 1810. Coal gas was introduced to Britain in the 1790s by the Scottish inventor William Murdoch. Early gasworks were built for factories in the Industrial Revolution and from about 1805 as a light source. Early gasworks were usually located beside a river or canal so that coal could be brought in by barge. Transport later shifted to railways and road.

A parliamentary election, voting by secret ballot was only introduced in Britain in 1872 with Gladstone's Ballot Act removing the possible intimidation of open voting. Stock Photo

RM2RGCC91–A parliamentary election, voting by secret ballot was only introduced in Britain in 1872 with Gladstone's Ballot Act removing the possible intimidation of open voting.

RMCF63RB–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

Jan. 01, 1953 - Rail camp coaches on show.: A Camp Coach, British Railways facility for luxury camping, is being exhibited to the public at Paddington. This pre-war form of holiday was re-introduced by Britain Railways last year, and, for the coming season, on the Western Region alone, will cover no less than 30 beauty spots. The coach is designed to provide sleeping accomodation for eight persons. Photo shows view of the dining room of the Camp Coach - seen at Paddington today. Stock Photo

RME0M0J0–Jan. 01, 1953 - Rail camp coaches on show.: A Camp Coach, British Railways facility for luxury camping, is being exhibited to the public at Paddington. This pre-war form of holiday was re-introduced by Britain Railways last year, and, for the coming season, on the Western Region alone, will cover no less than 30 beauty spots. The coach is designed to provide sleeping accomodation for eight persons. Photo shows view of the dining room of the Camp Coach - seen at Paddington today.

Marsh frogs were introduced to Britain in 1935 and are now our largest amphibian. British Wildlife Centre Surrey Spring 2007 Stock Photo

RMA6C28X–Marsh frogs were introduced to Britain in 1935 and are now our largest amphibian. British Wildlife Centre Surrey Spring 2007

Purple anise, Florida anise, stink-bush or star-anise, Illicium floridanum. Native to West Florida, North America, introduced to Britain in 1766. Florida aniseed tree. Handcoloured lithograph from Joseph Paxtons Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 5, Orr and Smith, London, 1838. Stock Photo

RM2T69WT8–Purple anise, Florida anise, stink-bush or star-anise, Illicium floridanum. Native to West Florida, North America, introduced to Britain in 1766. Florida aniseed tree. Handcoloured lithograph from Joseph Paxtons Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 5, Orr and Smith, London, 1838.

RMMYBWD8–. Drawing by J Gilfoy of a design for a horse-drawn charabanc with three rows of seats produced by the coachbuilders Hooper & Co. The firm was established in 1807 in Haymarket, London, were awarded their first Royal patronage in 1830, and gained a reputation for unrivalled quality and craftsmanship. In the 20th century they switched to building coachwork for motor cars, and are probably best known for their association with Rolls-Royce. Charabancs, introduced into Britain from France in about 1850, varied much in construction, design and size. They were pulled by four horses, and initially wer

Surfers in action on Bondi Beach, Sydney. 28/07/04: A university college pilloried by a teacher's leader for offering a 'mickey mouse' degree in surfing hit back saying the course would help Britain grab a slice of a multi-billion pound global industry. Professor Ken Reid, deputy principal of Swansea Institute of Higher Education, said there had been 12 applications for every place on the new BA in Surf and Beach Management being introduced this year. Stock Photo

RM2D33A8T–Surfers in action on Bondi Beach, Sydney. 28/07/04: A university college pilloried by a teacher's leader for offering a 'mickey mouse' degree in surfing hit back saying the course would help Britain grab a slice of a multi-billion pound global industry. Professor Ken Reid, deputy principal of Swansea Institute of Higher Education, said there had been 12 applications for every place on the new BA in Surf and Beach Management being introduced this year.

Athene noctua, Print, The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century., 1700-1880 Stock Photo

RM2A2M2AG–Athene noctua, Print, The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century., 1700-1880

An early illustration of a city night watchmen in the days before a police force was introduced in Britain. Armed only with a lantern and a cudgel it was a job generally held by the older men, who would cry out when seeing a criminal act take place, rather than tackle the criminal. The HUE AND CRY system compelling all citizens to assist in such situations began with the Statute of Winchester of 1285 Another job of the Night Watchman was to call out the time at every hour during the night and at the same time to assure everyone in hearing distance with the call 'ALL IS WELL' . Stock Photo

RM2HWM7F8–An early illustration of a city night watchmen in the days before a police force was introduced in Britain. Armed only with a lantern and a cudgel it was a job generally held by the older men, who would cry out when seeing a criminal act take place, rather than tackle the criminal. The HUE AND CRY system compelling all citizens to assist in such situations began with the Statute of Winchester of 1285 Another job of the Night Watchman was to call out the time at every hour during the night and at the same time to assure everyone in hearing distance with the call 'ALL IS WELL' .

1950s, historical, a Royal Mail victorian letterbox built into brick wall, Stopham House, Pulborough, West Sussex, England, UK, recently painted. This old letterbox with the initials VR on, was constructed between 1853-1901 in the reign of British Queen Victoria. Postboxes were first introduced in Britain in 1853. Stock Photo

RM2B6A0MC–1950s, historical, a Royal Mail victorian letterbox built into brick wall, Stopham House, Pulborough, West Sussex, England, UK, recently painted. This old letterbox with the initials VR on, was constructed between 1853-1901 in the reign of British Queen Victoria. Postboxes were first introduced in Britain in 1853.

RM2RC81YA–Purple anise, Florida anise, stink-bush or star-anise, Illicium floridanum. Native to West Florida, North America, introduced to Britain in 1766. Florida aniseed tree. Handcoloured lithograph from Joseph Paxton’s Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, Volume 5, Orr and Smith, London, 1838.

RMET6ET8–Greyhound racing at Belle Vue, Manchester, the first track built in Britain when the sport was introduced to Britain in 1926.

new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front and back, on a stack of coins Stock Photo

RFHY698K–new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front and back, on a stack of coins

RM2BW37KG–Pigeon speed Kings which look like aeroplanes , rare breed that can dive at 200 miles an hour . A rare breed of pigeon has been introduced to Britain by Mr P G Mourabas of Pinner . The birds , very few of which are to be seen in this country , are appropriately called Oriental Sharpshooters . When they are in the air , the birds bear a remarkable resemblance to a squadron of fighting aeroplane , soaring towards the clouds with astonishing speed . Their fast beating wings enable them to move 25 per cent quicker than a racing pigeon . These pigeons , however , have no homing instinct and are rec

Heather introduced from Britain growing in front of Mount Ruapehu, North Island's highest mountain. Tongariro National Park. Stock Photo

RMD72E5M–Heather introduced from Britain growing in front of Mount Ruapehu, North Island's highest mountain. Tongariro National Park.

RM2WEW3RK–Original retro book cover - The Ark In Our Midst, 'The Story of the introduced animals of Britain: Birds, Beasts, Reptiles, Amphibians, Fishes'. R. S. R. Fitter 1959

RM2JD6KB2–A parliamentary election, voting by secret ballot was only introduced in Britain in 1872 with Gladstone's Ballot Act removing the possible intimidation of open voting. Colourised version of: 10001778 Date: 1873

Recruits under the Derby Scheme. The Derby Scheme was introduced during World War I in Britain in 1915 by Herbert Kitchener's new Director General of Recruiting, Edward Stanley, 17th Earl of Derby (1865-1948) after which it was named. Black and white photograph of volunteers Stock Photo

RM2K08ECK–Recruits under the Derby Scheme. The Derby Scheme was introduced during World War I in Britain in 1915 by Herbert Kitchener's new Director General of Recruiting, Edward Stanley, 17th Earl of Derby (1865-1948) after which it was named. Black and white photograph of volunteers

Grey squirrel Sciurus carolinensis introduced into Britain in mid 19th century in woodland Mid Wales Stock Photo

RMABBH32–Grey squirrel Sciurus carolinensis introduced into Britain in mid 19th century in woodland Mid Wales

RMG36KEA–A parliamentary election, voting by secret ballot was only introduced in Britain in 1872 with Gladstone's Ballot Act removing the possible intimidation of open voting Date: 1873

RMCEYRDA–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

Dec. 12, 1968 - Britain Launches The Hi-Foil. World First In Water Sport. Britain was introduced to a new water sport in the heart of London, when a zippy two-seater hydrofoil made its world debut on the Thames. The new craft, called the Hi-Foil, is an entirely British invention, which has broken through the barriers of marine engineering to provide the smallest and cheapest foil riding craft in the world. Hi-Foiling is a completely new experience in aquatic sport. The craft is less than nine feet long, is powered by an outboard engine and has handle bar steering Stock Photo

RME0Y6W5–Dec. 12, 1968 - Britain Launches The Hi-Foil. World First In Water Sport. Britain was introduced to a new water sport in the heart of London, when a zippy two-seater hydrofoil made its world debut on the Thames. The new craft, called the Hi-Foil, is an entirely British invention, which has broken through the barriers of marine engineering to provide the smallest and cheapest foil riding craft in the world. Hi-Foiling is a completely new experience in aquatic sport. The craft is less than nine feet long, is powered by an outboard engine and has handle bar steering

RMA6C29N–Marsh frogs were introduced to Britain in 1935 and are now our largest amphibian. British Wildlife Centre Surrey Spring 2007

Bloom of climbing Seven Sisters roses, pink and crimson blooms in a group (Rosa multiflora platyphylla).. Rosier Multiflore à grandes feuilles. Raised from seed introduced to Britain from Japan before 1817.. Hand-colored, octavo-size stipple copperplate engraving from Pierre Joseph Redoute's 'Les Roses' 1828. Stock Photo

RMP55R4P–Bloom of climbing Seven Sisters roses, pink and crimson blooms in a group (Rosa multiflora platyphylla).. Rosier Multiflore à grandes feuilles. Raised from seed introduced to Britain from Japan before 1817.. Hand-colored, octavo-size stipple copperplate engraving from Pierre Joseph Redoute's 'Les Roses' 1828.

RMMWAW4K–. Drawing by J Gilfoy of a design for a horse-drawn charabanc with three rows of seats produced by the coachbuilders Hooper & Co. The firm was established in 1807 in Haymarket, London, were awarded their first Royal patronage in 1830, and gained a reputation for unrivalled quality and craftsmanship. In the 20th century they switched to building coachwork for motor cars, and are probably best known for their association with Rolls-Royce. Charabancs, introduced into Britain from France in about 1850, varied much in construction, design and size. They were pulled by four horses, and initially wer

RMT95239–Monkey Brand soap was introduced in the 1880s as a household scouring and polishing soap, in cake/bar form. A firm owned by Sidney and Henry Gross, had produced and sold the soap in Philadelphia, USA. The soap's highly abrasive agent was pumice. Lever Brothers bought the company in 1899 and transferred the production of Monkey Brand soap to Port Sunlight. The name Brooke was used to promote the Monkey Brand soap both in the States and in Britain.

RM2A2M2AK–Athene noctua, Print, The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century., 1700-1880

CALASH (Caleche)- A 19th century dictionary illustration showing the former fashion item introduced into Britain 1765 by the Duchess of Bedford. ---- CALASH (Caleche) - Illustration de dictionnaire du XIXe siècle montrant l'ancien article de mode introduit en Grande-Bretagne en 1765 par la duchesse de Bedford. Stock Photo

RM2T14FF3–CALASH (Caleche)- A 19th century dictionary illustration showing the former fashion item introduced into Britain 1765 by the Duchess of Bedford. ---- CALASH (Caleche) - Illustration de dictionnaire du XIXe siècle montrant l'ancien article de mode introduit en Grande-Bretagne en 1765 par la duchesse de Bedford.

Landhopper (Arcitalitrus dorrieni). An Australian species introduced into Britain and Europe, in the family Talitridae Stock Photo

RFG6N6GB–Landhopper (Arcitalitrus dorrieni). An Australian species introduced into Britain and Europe, in the family Talitridae

Blue throatwort, Trachelium caeruleum. Native to Italy and the Levant, introduced to Britain in 1640. Drawn from a specimen sent by N. S. Hodson of South Lambeth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by P.W. Smith after a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from his own Botanical Register, J. Ridgeway, London, 1815. Stock Photo

RM2WX0H7J–Blue throatwort, Trachelium caeruleum. Native to Italy and the Levant, introduced to Britain in 1640. Drawn from a specimen sent by N. S. Hodson of South Lambeth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by P.W. Smith after a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from his own Botanical Register, J. Ridgeway, London, 1815.

William E. Gladstone (1809-1898) was a British liberal politician. In early 1886, he proposed his First Irish Home Rule Bill. This bill was the first major try to pass a self-governing rule for Ireland and the Kingdom of Great Britain. The Bill failed. In 1893, Gladstone introduced his Second Home Rule Bill, Another name for these bills were: Government of Ireland Bill of 1886, Government of Ireland Bill of 1893. The second passed in the House of Commons, but was vetoed in the House of Lords. Stock Photo

RF2HH98WH–William E. Gladstone (1809-1898) was a British liberal politician. In early 1886, he proposed his First Irish Home Rule Bill. This bill was the first major try to pass a self-governing rule for Ireland and the Kingdom of Great Britain. The Bill failed. In 1893, Gladstone introduced his Second Home Rule Bill, Another name for these bills were: Government of Ireland Bill of 1886, Government of Ireland Bill of 1893. The second passed in the House of Commons, but was vetoed in the House of Lords.

new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front, standing on a layer of coins, with mirror reflection effect Stock Photo

RFHY698H–new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front, standing on a layer of coins, with mirror reflection effect

RM2BW392D–Pigeon speed - kings which look like aeroplanes . Rare breed that can dive at 200 miles an hour . A rare breed of pigeon has been introduced to Britain by Mr P G Mourabas of Pinner , Middlesex . The birds , very few of which are to be seen in this country , are appropriately called ' Oriental Sharpshooters ' . When they are in the air , the birds bear a remarkable resemblance to a squadron of fighting aeroplanes , soaring towards the clouds with astonishing speed . Their fast beating wings enable them to move 25 per cent quicker than a racing pigeon . These pigeons , however , have no homing i

Green alkanet, Pentaglottis sempervirens, growing at the side of a country lane. Stock Photo

RMW88D7B–Green alkanet, Pentaglottis sempervirens, growing at the side of a country lane.

Grey Squirrel Sciurus carolinensis Photographed in Arizona USA Stock Photo

RMAHJXB3–Grey Squirrel Sciurus carolinensis Photographed in Arizona USA

Pond Shrimp (Crangonyx pseudogracilis), captive, introduced into Britain, Herefordshire, England. Stock Photo

RM2BNMXM3–Pond Shrimp (Crangonyx pseudogracilis), captive, introduced into Britain, Herefordshire, England.

RME1GNBC–Dumping barge, introduced into Britain from New York. Refuse to be discharged was contained in two hinged compartments which could be opened separately to discharge it below water. Engraving, 1887.

RMABBH39–Grey squirrel Sciurus carolinensis introduced into Britain in mid 19th century in woodland Mid Wales

Brown rat Rattus norvegicus a widespread pest Introduced to Britain in the early 18th century Stock Photo

RMA4AYCG–Brown rat Rattus norvegicus a widespread pest Introduced to Britain in the early 18th century

RMCF8322–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

Roman Snail (Helix pomatia) introduced to Britain by the Romans, a protected species in the UK, also known as Burgundy Snail or escargot Stock Photo

RMKGHA0G–Roman Snail (Helix pomatia) introduced to Britain by the Romans, a protected species in the UK, also known as Burgundy Snail or escargot

RMA6C28K–Marsh frogs were introduced to Britain in 1935 and are now our largest amphibian.British Wildlife Centre Surrey Spring 2007

Acacia longifolia. . Acacia tree with an ashy brown straight stem of between 3 and 6 meters in height, with lemon-coloured flowers and long, spear-shaped leaves. The flowers give off a faint odour similar to peach blossom, because of the presence of hydrocyanic acid. A native of New Holland (Australia). Introduced to Britain in 1792.. . Drawing by Ms. R. Mills, engraved by Nevitt. A branch in flower is shown in full colour, and an engraving at right depicts the full tree. . . Miss R. Mills (active 18361842): she was also the main illustrator for Knowles and Westcott’s The Floral Cabinet (1837 Stock Photo

RMP5KTH1–Acacia longifolia. . Acacia tree with an ashy brown straight stem of between 3 and 6 meters in height, with lemon-coloured flowers and long, spear-shaped leaves. The flowers give off a faint odour similar to peach blossom, because of the presence of hydrocyanic acid. A native of New Holland (Australia). Introduced to Britain in 1792.. . Drawing by Ms. R. Mills, engraved by Nevitt. A branch in flower is shown in full colour, and an engraving at right depicts the full tree. . . Miss R. Mills (active 18361842): she was also the main illustrator for Knowles and Westcott’s The Floral Cabinet (1837

Apr 04, 1972; London, UK; Indian film mogul DEV ANANA introduced his new star from the east to London yesterday. But shy and beautiful ZEENAT AMAN just smiled. Dev, film actor, writer and director, has made Zeenat his co-star in a film about hippies in Katmandu, and he hopes it will be shown in Britain. The picture shows Dev Anana and his new star Zeenat, pictured after arriving in London yesterday. Stock Photo

RME10CXY–Apr 04, 1972; London, UK; Indian film mogul DEV ANANA introduced his new star from the east to London yesterday. But shy and beautiful ZEENAT AMAN just smiled. Dev, film actor, writer and director, has made Zeenat his co-star in a film about hippies in Katmandu, and he hopes it will be shown in Britain. The picture shows Dev Anana and his new star Zeenat, pictured after arriving in London yesterday.

1950s, historical, post-war Britain, on a boating lake in a park, a father with his young son out together, in a small wooden electric pleasure boat of the era. At the turn of the 20th century, boating lakes began to be built as a form of leisure for people living in cities. By the early 1930s, rowing boats were being replaced on some of them by vessels with new technology, small electric motor boats, with a speed of 4mph, the first being the 'Glida'', at Battersea Park in 1929. Different versions of this small electric motor boat were introduced and they remained in use up to the 1960s. Stock Photo

RM2JAHB97–1950s, historical, post-war Britain, on a boating lake in a park, a father with his young son out together, in a small wooden electric pleasure boat of the era. At the turn of the 20th century, boating lakes began to be built as a form of leisure for people living in cities. By the early 1930s, rowing boats were being replaced on some of them by vessels with new technology, small electric motor boats, with a speed of 4mph, the first being the 'Glida'', at Battersea Park in 1929. Different versions of this small electric motor boat were introduced and they remained in use up to the 1960s.

RM2A2M2AM–Athene noctua, Print, The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century., 1700-1880

Law and Order in Britain - A British 'Bobby' or 'Peeler' (Policeman) as they appeared when first introduced on the streets of London. Stock Photo

RMMPAGMF–Law and Order in Britain - A British 'Bobby' or 'Peeler' (Policeman) as they appeared when first introduced on the streets of London.

RMD884M4–Old Age Pensions 1909

Pinecone from a Corsican Pine tree Introduced to Britain from Corsica in 1799 Stock Photo

RMABEFW1–Pinecone from a Corsican Pine tree Introduced to Britain from Corsica in 1799

Slow-worm or Slowworm, Co. Clare, Ireland. The slowworm is not native to Ireland but is thought to have been introduced from Britain in the 1970's. Stock Photo

RMTTNBKA–Slow-worm or Slowworm, Co. Clare, Ireland. The slowworm is not native to Ireland but is thought to have been introduced from Britain in the 1970's.

new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front, standing on a layer of coins within two other coins in the distance (trio) Stock Photo

RFHY698J–new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front, standing on a layer of coins within two other coins in the distance (trio)

RM2BW37KB–Pigeon speed Kings which look like aeroplanes , rare breed that can dive at 200 miles an hour . A rare breed of pigeon has been introduced to Britain by Mr P G Mourabas of Pinner . The birds , very few of which are to be seen in this country , are appropriately called Oriental Sharpshooters . When they are in the air , the birds bear a remarkable resemblance to a squadron of fighting aeroplane , soaring towards the clouds with astonishing speed . Their fast beating wings enable them to move 25 per cent quicker than a racing pigeon . These pigeons , however , have no homing instinct and are rec

RMW88D12–Morella Cherry blossom

Red-legged Partridge are ornamental game birds introduced into Britain in 1673. Commonly reared in captivity and usually seen in Stock Photo

RFEN094P–Red-legged Partridge are ornamental game birds introduced into Britain in 1673. Commonly reared in captivity and usually seen in

Sleepy Canada Goose (Branta canadensis). Large with a black head & neck & brown body. Native to America, introduced to Britain, New Zealand, Argentina Stock Photo

RF2D9BGXA–Sleepy Canada Goose (Branta canadensis). Large with a black head & neck & brown body. Native to America, introduced to Britain, New Zealand, Argentina

Treadmill at Brixton prison, London. Introduced for prison discipline by William Cubitt of Ipswich. Print published by Ackermann, London, 1827. Hand-coloured engraving. Stock Photo

RMD9645J–Treadmill at Brixton prison, London. Introduced for prison discipline by William Cubitt of Ipswich. Print published by Ackermann, London, 1827. Hand-coloured engraving.

RMABAJF6–Grey squirrel Sciurus carolinensis introduced into Britain in mid 19th century in woodland Mid Wales

RMA4AYBT–Brown rat Rattus norvegicus a widespread pest Introduced to Britain in the early 18th century

RMCEX3M7–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

RMKGH9NP–Roman Snail (Helix pomatia) introduced to Britain by the Romans, a protected species in the UK, also known as Burgundy Snail or escargot

Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanas) leaf unfurling in spring. New Forest, Hampshire, England, UK, March. Did you know? The sycamore tree was introduced to Britain in the 15th or 16th century. Stock Photo

RMW7MR6E–Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanas) leaf unfurling in spring. New Forest, Hampshire, England, UK, March. Did you know? The sycamore tree was introduced to Britain in the 15th or 16th century.

A portrait of James Watt (1736-1819) a Scottish inventor, mechanical engineer, and chemist. He improved on the 1712 Newcomen steam engine with his Watt steam engine in 1776, which was fundamental to the changes brought by the Industrial Revolution in both his native Great Britain and the rest of the world. He realised that contemporary engine designs wasted a great deal of energy by repeatedly cooling and reheating the cylinder. Watt introduced the separate condenser, which avoided a waste of energy and radically improved the power, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of steam engines. Eventua Stock Photo

RM2FBE6H9–A portrait of James Watt (1736-1819) a Scottish inventor, mechanical engineer, and chemist. He improved on the 1712 Newcomen steam engine with his Watt steam engine in 1776, which was fundamental to the changes brought by the Industrial Revolution in both his native Great Britain and the rest of the world. He realised that contemporary engine designs wasted a great deal of energy by repeatedly cooling and reheating the cylinder. Watt introduced the separate condenser, which avoided a waste of energy and radically improved the power, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of steam engines. Eventua

Corn Laws were introduced in 1815 to protect the British farmer from foreign competition. The ensuing inflated price of wheat and subsequent high price of bread caused great hardship amongst the poor. Finally repealed in 1846.Illustration by Robert Seymou Stock Photo

RMHTMH2J–Corn Laws were introduced in 1815 to protect the British farmer from foreign competition. The ensuing inflated price of wheat and subsequent high price of bread caused great hardship amongst the poor. Finally repealed in 1846.Illustration by Robert Seymou

Victoria Loftus British Blondes introduced burlesque to the U.S. during their 1868 American tour. Their show included Stock Photo

RMCWAN6R–Victoria Loftus British Blondes introduced burlesque to the U.S. during their 1868 American tour. Their show included

RM2A2M2AN–Athene noctua, Print, The little owl (Athene noctua) is a bird that inhabits much of the temperate and warmer parts of Europe, Asia east to Korea, and north Africa. It was introduced into Britain at the end of the nineteenth century and into the South Island of New Zealand in the early twentieth century., 1842-1848

Britain in the 1600's - Skating on bone skates. Soon after steel metal skates were introduced from Holland Stock Photo

RMRCB1TK–Britain in the 1600's - Skating on bone skates. Soon after steel metal skates were introduced from Holland

RMD8A6RH–OPEN ELECTION, BRITAIN

Manchester United's Denis Law gets a prod forward from manager Matt Busby as he is introduced to Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, during the team line-up before the match Stock Photo

RMG69KAC–Manchester United's Denis Law gets a prod forward from manager Matt Busby as he is introduced to Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh, during the team line-up before the match

RMTTNBFR–Slow-worm or Slowworm, Co. Clare, Ireland. The slowworm is not native to Ireland but is thought to have been introduced from Britain in the 1970's.

hand holding a new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front Stock Photo

RFHYJJCW–hand holding a new pound coin introduced in Britain in 2017, front

London, UK, 1 March 2015. The Chiswick House Camellia show opens to the public. Widely regarded as one of the finest collections in the country, the show takes place in the historic and fully restored Conservatory with 33 different varieties, including many of the earliest varieties introduced to Britain in 1828 from China. Credit: Stephen Chung/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RMEGRB4G–London, UK, 1 March 2015. The Chiswick House Camellia show opens to the public. Widely regarded as one of the finest collections in the country, the show takes place in the historic and fully restored Conservatory with 33 different varieties, including many of the earliest varieties introduced to Britain in 1828 from China. Credit: Stephen Chung/Alamy Live News

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) standing on one leg. December. Arundel Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, West Sussex. Stock Photo

RM2CDR7BB–Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) standing on one leg. December. Arundel Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, West Sussex.

RFEN094T–Red-legged Partridge are ornamental game birds introduced into Britain in 1673. Commonly reared in captivity and usually seen in

Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) introduced species, adult, swimming, Sussex, England Stock Photo

RMCNN6H7–Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) introduced species, adult, swimming, Sussex, England

RMD9898D–Corn Laws were introduced in 1815 to protect the British farmer from foreign competition. The ensuing inflated price of wheat and subsequent high price of bread caused great hardship amongst the poor. Finally repealed in 1846.Illustration by Robert Seymour (1800-1836). Lithograph.

RMABAJF3–Grey squirrel Sciurus carolinensis introduced into Britain in mid 19th century in woodland Mid Wales

Little Owl Owlet, Athene noctua, East Yorkshire, England, UK, introduced to Britain 19th century, partly diurnal. Stock Photo

RMWCHEWJ–Little Owl Owlet, Athene noctua, East Yorkshire, England, UK, introduced to Britain 19th century, partly diurnal.

RMCEJRMF–Darling Dahlias Introduced to Britain by Lord Bute in , and taking thier name from Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl, enthusiasts

RMKGH9J9–Roman Snail (Helix pomatia) introduced to Britain by the Romans, a protected species in the UK, also known as Burgundy Snail or escargot

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