1217 Collection

Paris Commune
Cobblestones ripped from the streets and used for barricades on the Quai Pelletier and the Pont d Arcole during the siege of the Paris Commune, during the Franco-Prussian War

PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra 1217
Polish Air Force - PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra bis DF 1217 (msn 3H12-17). Date: circa 2000

Aerospatiale SE. 3130 Alouette II 75+11
Heeresflieger - Aerospatiale SE.3130 Alouette II 75+11 (msn 1217), at Castle Ashby for the World Helicopter Championships, on 26 June 1986. (Heeresflieger - German Army Aviation). Date: 1986

Aerospatiale SE. 3130 Alouette II 75+11
Heeresflieger - Aerospatiale SE.3130 Alouette II 75+11 (msn 1217), at Nordholz Air Base for an air display on 18 August 1996. (Heeresflieger - German Army Aviation). Date: 1996

The Battle of Dover (Battle of Sandwich), 24 August 1217, part of the First Barons War (1215-1217). An English fleet led by Hubert de Burgh attacked a French armada, forcing them to return to Calais

Hubert de Burghs oath to defend Dover Castle from French attack by sea, August 1217. Date: 1217

Ruined interior of the Palais des Tuileries in Paris
The ruined interior of the Palais des Tuileries in Paris. It was destroyed in 1871 by supporters of the Commune of Paris, the French revolutionary government during the Franco-Prussian War

Konstantin, Prince
KONSTANTIN, prince of Novgorod and of Vladimir Date: reigned 1217 - 1218

MATEO, Maestro (1161-1217). Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Portico da Gloria. 1168-1188. SPAIN. Santiago de Compostela. Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Romanesque art. Sculpture on rock

The Tuileries
1871: The ruins of the Tuileries Palace, destroyed by fire during the Paris Commune, during the Franco-Prussian War. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

MATEO, Maestro (1161-1217). Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Statues of Saint Peter, Saint Paul, Saint James the Less and Saint

Eustace the Monks Head
The head of Eustace the Monk is paraded on a pole by the victorious English after the naval Battle of Sandwich in which they defeated the French fleet

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"1217: A Journey Through History and Aviation" Step back in time to the year 1217, where significant events unfolded and remarkable achievements took flight. From the Paris Commune to iconic aircraft like the PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra 1217 and Aerospatiale SE. 3130 Alouette II 75+11, this year holds a wealth of historical significance. In August 1217, during The Battle of Dover (Battle of Sandwich), brave soldiers fought valiantly to defend their land against French attacks by sea. Hubert de Burgh's oath to protect Dover Castle became a symbol of resilience and determination. Meanwhile, Konstantin, Prince left his mark on history with his contributions to society. In Santiago de Compostela, Maestro MATEO (1161-1217) created masterpieces that still captivate us today. Across Europe, Ferdinand III - Saint Ferdinand of Castile (1201-1252) - ruled with wisdom and grace. His legacy continues to inspire generations. Amidst these historic events, we also catch a glimpse into the ruins of the Palais des Tuileries in Paris – a haunting reminder of past grandeur now lost but not forgotten. Delving into aviation history, we encounter the PZL-Mielec TS-11 Iskra 1217 and Aerospatiale SE. 3130 Alouette II 75+11 aircrafts that soared through the skies with elegance and precision. These engineering marvels represent human ingenuity at its finest. Lastly, we stumble upon Bohmer Franz's Poznan Castle project from 1939-1943 – an enigmatic plan shrouded in mystery as material/technology details remain undisclosed. As we reflect on "1217, " let us appreciate how these diverse threads intertwine across time and space – connecting people's stories from different corners of the world.