Admiralty Collection (page 4)

The Dutch fleet under Admiral Opdam passes the Sound on 29 Oct 1658 during the Swedish War, 1872
The Dutch fleet under Admiral Opdam passes the Sound on 29 October 1658 during the Swedish War 1657-60, 1872. (The Dutch naval squadron, having defeated the Swedish fleet)

Allied Naval Commanders in the Baltic and Black Seas, 1856. Creator: W Thomas
Allied Naval Commanders in the Baltic and Black Seas, 1856. Officers of the Anglo-French Alliance in the Crimean War. Hon. Sir R. S. Dundas, Sir C. Napier, Sir E. Lyons, J. W

Entertainment to Admiral Dundas on board H.M.S. "Wellington" - Baltic Fleet, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Entertainment to Admiral Dundas on board H.M.S. "Wellington" - Baltic Fleet, 1856. Officers and men of the Royal Navy drinking in the saloon of the warship Duke of Wellington during

Cornelis Evertsen, Lieutenant-Admiral of Zeeland, 1680. Creator: Nicolaes Maes
Cornelis Evertsen, Lieutenant-Admiral of Zeeland, 1680

Reception of Admiral Sir Edmund Lyons at Christchurch, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Reception of Admiral Sir Edmund Lyons at Christchurch, 1856....the streets of Christchurch were filled with visitors...assembled to do honour to its illustrious townsman...On the High-bridge...there

U.S.S. Chicago, receiving Admiral Schley, 1899. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Chicago, receiving Admiral Schley, 1899

U.S.S. Chicago, Admiral Schley coming on board, 1899. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Chicago, Admiral Schley coming on board, 1899

Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant-Admiral General, 1668. Creator: Jan Mytens
Cornelis Tromp (1629-91). Lieutenant-Admiral General, 1668

Posthumous Portrait of Aucke Stellingwerff, Admiral of Friesland, Killed 1665 at Lowestoft... 1670
Posthumous Portrait of Aucke Stellingwerff, Admiral of Friesland, Killed in 1665 at Lowestoft by a Cannonball, 1670

John Rodgers, Commodore, U.S.N. 19th century, (1915). Creator: Unknown
John Rodgers, Commodore, U.S. Navy, 19th century, (1915)

Two Admirals, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Unknown
Two Admirals, 1917 or 1918

Capt. Hilary Pollard Jones, U.S.N. 1915. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Capt. Hilary Pollard Jones, U.S.N. 1915
Capt. Hilary P. Jones, U.S. Navy, 1915

Italian Commission To U.S. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Italian Commission To U.S. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Italian Commission To U.S. 1917. Prince Ferdinando, Duke of Genoa

Italian Commission To U.S. - Ferdinand, Prince of Udine, Center; Ambassador Macchi Di Cell... 1917
Italian Commission To U.S. - Ferdinand, Prince of Udine, Center; Ambassador Macchi Di Cellere, 2nd from Right; Borsarelli at Left Center, 1917

Italian Commission To U.S. - Ferdinand of Savoy, Prince of Udine, Head of The Commission, 1917

Italian Commission To U.S. - Commission at Mount Vernon. Front: Ambassador Macchi Di... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Italian Commission To U.S. - Commission at Mount Vernon. Front: Ambassador Macchi Di Celleri [sic]; [Prince] Ferdinand; Unidentified Lady; [Guglielmo] Marconi, 1917

Alger. Le Port et l'Amiraute; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Alger. Le Port et l'Amiraute; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

Adm. Stephen B. Luce, U.S.N. Civil War Admiral... c1888, (1917). Creator: Unknown
Admiral Stephen Bleecker Luce, U.S. Navy, Civil War Admiral, Original Picture Taken in Rhode Island, c1888, (1917). Founder and first president of the Naval War College

Le Drapeau des Fusiliers Marins; Derriere le general, des combattants d'Ypres et de Dixmude, 1915. Creator: Unknown
Le Drapeau des Fusiliers Marins; Derriere le "general" des combattants d'Ypres et de Dixmude, le drapeau et son piquet d'honneur, 1915

Le Drapeau des Fusiliers Marins; L'etat-major des fusiliers, au centre, l'amiral Ronarc'h, 1915
Le Drapeau des Fusiliers Marins; L'etat-major des fusiliers, en avant, au centre, l'amiral Ronarc'h, 1915. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919

Les evenements de Grece; M. Guillemin, ministre de France a Athenes, et les amiraux de... 1916. Creator: S. Leonce
Les evenements de Grece; M. Guillemin, ministre de France a Athenes, et les amiraux de notre escadre. 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.N.; Paymaster General, left, with L. G. Stevenson, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.Navy; Paymaster General, left, with L. G. Stevenson, 1917. Paymaster General 1914-1920

Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.N.; Paymaster General, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.Navy; Paymaster General, 1917. Paymaster General 1914-1920

Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.N.; Paymaster General, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Rear Admiral Samuel McGowan, U.S.Navy; Paymaster General, 1917. Paymaster General 1914-1920

L'Amiral Lacaze; le chef de la marine Francaise, 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Amiral Lacaze; le chef de la marine Francaise, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Sir Richard Stayner, Knighted by Cromwell and created Rear Admiral by Charles II, 1810. Creator: Charles Turner
Sir Richard Stayner, Knighted by Cromwell and created Rear Admiral by Charles II, 1810. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry

Prince Rupert; Obit 1682, 1813. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Prince Rupert; Obit 1682, 1813. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of James

Admiral William Pen (Penn); one of Cromwells Admiral's, 1811 Creator: Charles Turner
Admiral William Pen (Penn); one of Cromwells Admirals, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

Sir Christopher Myngs, Admiral, killed in action against the Dutch; Obit 1666, 1813. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Sir Christopher Myngs, Admiral, killed in action against the Dutch; Obit 1666, 1813. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry

Henry, Duke of Grafton, natural son of Charles II by the Duchess of Cleveland. Obit 1690'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign

Sir Richard Chicheley, Admiral under Prince Rupert'. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Sir Richard Chicheley, Admiral under Prince Rupert'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

Robert Blake, Admiral; 1598-1657, 1810. Creator: Charles Turner
Robert Blake, Admiral; 1598-1657, 1810. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of James

Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. [Japanese admiral of the fleet Togo Heihachiro visits the USA. Japanese and American naval officers and government officials at the former home

Admiral Togo visits the U.S.S. Mayflower, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Admiral Togo visits the U.S.S
Admiral Togo visits the U.S.S. Mayflower, 1911. [Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Admiral Togo at the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Admiral Togo at the U.S
Admiral Togo at the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Japanese admiral of the fleet Togo Heihachiro visits the USA]

Marshal-Admiral...Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Togo was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons...Annapolis, Maryland, 1911
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Togo was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons...Annapolis, Maryland, 1911
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Togo was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Admiral Togo at the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Admiral Togo at the U.S
Admiral Togo at the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Japanese admiral of the fleet Togo Heihachiro visits the USA]

Marshal-Admiral...Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Togo was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Togo At U.S. Naval Academy, [Annapolis, Maryland], 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Togo At U.S
Togo At U.S. Naval Academy, [Annapolis, Maryland], 1911. [Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy.]

Marshal-Admiral...Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro and Captain John H. Gibbons, U.S.Navy, Annapolis, Maryland, 1911. [Togo was admiral of the fleet in the Imperial Japanese Navy

Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro with US naval officers in Washington, D.C. 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Marshal-Admiral the Marquis Togo Heihachiro with US naval officers in Washington, D.C. 1911. Rear Admiral, U.S.A. Brownson, Willard Herbert; Potter, William Parker; Raby, James J

Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam

Martin van Tromp. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Martin van Tromp

Italian Commission To U.S.... 23 May 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Italian Commission To U.S.... 23 May 1917
Italian Commission To U.S. at Center: Sec. Lansing And H.R.H. Ferdinand Di Savoia, Prince of Udine, Count Vincenzo Macchi Di Cellere, Ambassador To U.S. at Rear, Left of Lansing. Borsarelli

The Longford Castle Pictures; The Portrait of Admiral Adrian Pulido Pareja, after Diego Velasquez, Creator: Unknown
The Longford Castle Pictures; The Portrait of Admiral Adrian Pulido Pareja, after Diego Velasquez, , 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41

The Admiralty Board-Room in 1808; From a print published at the time, 1808. 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Admiralty Board-Room in 1808; From a print published at the time, 1808. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 41. January to June, 1890

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"Admiralty: A Legacy of Exploration and Leadership" The history of the admiralty is intertwined with tales of courage, exploration, and leadership. From the ill-fated expedition of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror in 1845 to the valiant Captain Francis Crozier's command on HMS Terror, these stories echo through time. One cannot discuss the admiralty without mentioning Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson, a legendary figure whose exploits during battles like Trafalgar in 1798-1799 still inspire awe. The artistic rendition by Henry Bone captures his commanding presence perfectly. The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice in Barrow exemplify the challenges faced by sailors navigating treacherous Arctic waters. These brave men pushed boundaries in their quest for discovery. Even amidst war, as seen in Churchill's photo from May 1915, the admiralty remained steadfast. Their strategic decisions shaped naval operations during World War I. Captain Sir John Franklin's tragic fate serves as a reminder of the risks undertaken by those who ventured into uncharted territories. His ill-fated Arctic expedition ended tragically but sparked further exploration. Russia's frozen Neva River showcases how even formidable forces can be tamed by nature's icy grip. It highlights both Russia's maritime heritage and its ability to adapt to extreme conditions. Mr Winston Churchill, First Lord alongside Admiral Lord Fisher symbolizes collaboration between political leaders and military minds—a partnership crucial for effective governance at sea. Looking back further into history brings us to Samuel Pepys—an influential figure responsible for modernizing Britain’s navy during his tenure as Secretary to the Admiralty from 1673-1679. His reforms laid foundations that endure today. Algiers' bustling harbor view reminds us that naval power extends beyond British shores—international relations were vital for maintaining control over important trade routes throughout history. Finally, witnessing trials of anchors at Royal Dockyard Sheerness offers insight into meticulous preparations undertaken to ensure the safety and efficiency of naval operations.