Rousing Collection

Lenin Making Speech
VLADIMIR ILICH ULYANOV LENIN The Russian statesman is depicted making a rousing speech

Boadicea, Queen of the Iceni... (mid 19th century). Creator: Henry Lemon
Boadicea, Queen of the Iceni. (Animating the Britons to defend their country against the Romans), (mid 19th century). Boudicca (c25-62 AD), queen of the British Celtic Iceni tribe

Onward, 1890 (oil on canvas)
MAN277435 Onward, 1890 (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, John (1817-97); 152.8x122.1 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Titlepage to the Battle Hymn of the Republic, written by Julia Ward Howe
AQS256880 Titlepage to the Battle Hymn of the Republic, written by Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910) 1862 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Formation of guerrilla bands, c. 1880-90 (etching)
497528 Formation of guerrilla bands, c.1880-90 (etching) by Volck, Adalbert John (1828-1912); 26.1x34.6 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York

Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving)
1047604 Ninety-Two in the Shade, Sketches on Board a Steamer Homeward Bound from India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ninety-Two in the Shade)

The druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans, illustration from Cassells Illustrated Universal
LLM438547 The druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans, illustration from Cassells Illustrated Universal History by Edward Ollier

Muster of the Irish at Mullinahone, illustration from Cassells
IL370537 Muster of the Irish at Mullinahone, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England, published c.1910 (litho) by Wollen

George Washington at Valley Forge, preliminary sketch, 1854 (oil on canvas)
CH441558 George Washington at Valley Forge, preliminary sketch, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Matteson, Tompkins Harrison (1813-84); 91.4x121.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

"Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!, 1876 (hand-coloured lithograph)
3493282 " Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!, 1876 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Preaching Holy War during an uprising in British India
CHT237170 Preaching Holy War during an uprising in British India, illustration from Le Petit Journal, 1897 (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

President Theodore Roosevelt speaking at a recruiting rally in June 1917 (b / w photo)
PNP254453 President Theodore Roosevelt speaking at a recruiting rally in June 1917 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arcan and Mithridate, illustration from Mithridate
BNP159997 Arcan and Mithridate, illustration from Mithridate by Jean Racine (1639-99) engraved by Massard (engraving) (b/w photo) by Peyron

Sheet music to the Battle Hymn of the Republic
AQS256879 Sheet music to the Battle Hymn of the Republic, written by Julia Ward Howe (1819-1910) 1862 (litho) by American School, (19th century); American Antiquarian Society, Worcester

"I ll be the bravest man in the fight says brave Lord Willoughby"
984707 " I ll be the bravest man in the fight says brave Lord Willoughby", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

Boadicea, 1873. Creator: Unknown
Boadicea, mid-late 19th century. Boudicca encourages her warriors from a chariot with blades on the wheels. The Roman army is gathered near a stone circle in the distance

Theodor Korner, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Theodor Korner, (1936). German poet and soldier Carl Theodor Korner (1791-1813) joined the Lutzow Free Corps in the German uprising against Napoleon

Proclamation To my people, 17 March 1813, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Proclamation " To my people", 17 March 1813, (1936). Aufruf " An Mein Volk", 17 Marz 1813. The proclamation was issued by King Friedrich Wilhelm III of Prussia (1770-1840)

Professor Steffens rouses his audience to fight for freedom, 8 February 1813, (1936). Professor Steffens Begeistert Seine Zuhorer Fur Den Freiheitskrieg, 8 Februar 1813

The Capuchin friar Joachim Haspinger, (1936). Creator: Unknown
The Capuchin friar Joachim Haspinger, (1936). Der Kapuzinermonch Joachim Haspinger. Johann Simon (Joachim) Haspinger (1776-1858) was a priest and a leader of the Tyrolean Rebellion

Frederick the Great makes a speech... on the eve of the Battle of Leuthen, 5 December 1757, (1936)
Frederick the Great makes a speech to his generals on the eve of the Battle of Leuthen, 5 December 1757, (1936). Ansprache Friedrichs Des Grossen An Seine Generale Am Abend Vor Der Schlacht Bei

Masaniello Haranguing the Populace of Naples, 1821. Creator: J Chapman
Masaniello Haranguing the Populace of Naples, 1821. Masaniello (Tommaso Aniello, 1622-1647) was an Italian fisherman who led the revolt against the Spanish Habsburg rulers of Naples in 1647

Rampons Soldiers Taking The Oath Never To Surrender, 1796, (1896). Rampon, with 1500 soldiers, was charged with the defense of a redoubt at Montenotte, which was attacked by an Austrian corps

A Pleasing Method of Rouzing the Doctor or a Thythe Pig No Bad Sight. 1770. Satire on the clergy - a woman is tickling the doctors nose with the tail of a piglet that she is obliged to give him as a

Mussolini / 1929 Poster
BENITO MUSSOLINI Italian dictator giving a rousing speech Date: 1883 - 1945

Rouget de L Isle, Composer of the Marseillaise, singing it for the first time to his friends
XJF315780 Rouget de L Isle, Composer of the Marseillaise, singing it for the first time to his friends, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving) by Pils

Antoine Philippe de la Tremoille, Prince of Talmont, 1826 (oil on canvas)
XIR391460 Antoine Philippe de la Tremoille, Prince of Talmont, 1826 (oil on canvas) by Cogniet, Leon (1794-1880); 220x140 cm; Musee d Histoire, Cholet

Charles I (1600-49) erecting his standard at Nottingham in the opening scene of the
KW259467 Charles I (1600-49) erecting his standard at Nottingham in the opening scene of the Great Civil War on 25th August 1642

The Marseillaise or, The Patriotic Singers, 1794 (oil on canvas)
XIR174333 The Marseillaise or, The Patriotic Singers, 1794 (oil on canvas) by Doncre, Dominique (Guillaume Dominique Jacques) (1743-1820); 45x61 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

The rousing of Rip. Illustration shows Uncle Sam as Rip Van Winkle, waking up next to his broken rifle labeled Competition, with Joseph G

Music Teacher
An enthusiastic music teacher encourages his pupils to sing a rousing chorus accompanyment to a girl playing a recorder. Date: early 1930s

Gustav Vasa rousing his countrymen against the Danes
Gustav Vasa, later King Gustav I of Sweden, seen here at Mora in Central Sweden rousing his fellow-countrymen to revolt against the Danes. Date: 1519

Red Entertainment
As a change from rousing speeches by Lenin and Trotsky, Red Army soldiers are entertained by a concert party

War with Russia - 4
A parade of volunteers marches through the streets of Warsaw, rousing citizens to volunteer against the bolshevik Red Army which threatens to take their city

This Fortress Built by Nature
A symbolic image showing a lone soldier defending the White Cliffs

Gordon Riots (Colour)
THE GORDON RIOTS The no-popery crowd, inflamed by Lord George Gordons rabble-rousing oratory, inflame Newgate gaol as well

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"Rousing the Spirit: A Journey through History's Call to Action" From Lenin Making Speech to Mussolini's 1929 Poster, these iconic images have stirred hearts and ignited movements. Onward, an oil on canvas masterpiece from 1890, captures the essence of determination in brushstrokes. Copenhagen House, a hand-coloured etching published in 1795 by Hannah Humphrey, reminds us that even centuries ago, voices were raised for change. The Battle Hymn of the Republic finds its place on a powerful title page penned by Julia Ward Howe. Its words echo through time as a rallying cry for justice and freedom. The formation of guerrilla bands depicted in an etching from the late 19th century serves as a reminder that resistance can take many forms. Ninety-Two in the Shade transports us aboard a steamer homeward bound from India with its captivating engraving. We Shall Not Pass. Proclaims a French poster published by Devambez - an embodiment of defiance against oppression. In Cassells Illustrated Universal History, we witness The Druids inciting Britons to oppose Roman invasion - their fervor evident even in digitally enhanced images from 1890. Muster of the Irish at Mullinahone showcases unity against adversity with striking illustrations. George Washington at Valley Forge reveals his unwavering leadership during challenging times; his preliminary sketch immortalizes resilience on canvas. Lastly, "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death. " resounds loudly through history via hand-coloured lithograph from 1876 - forever reminding us that freedom is worth fighting for. These rousing glimpses into our past remind us that throughout time and across cultures, there have always been those who dared to stand up and make their voices heard – inspiring generations to come.