Anglo Spanish War Collection

Battle of Cadiz, 1596, Anglo-Spanish War
6117016 Battle of Cadiz, 1596, Anglo-Spanish War; (add.info.: Defeat of the Spanish fleet and the fall of Cadiz, on July 1)

The Spanish Armada, 16th century (engraving)
3118963 The Spanish Armada, 16th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); (add.info.: Engraving depicting The Spanish Armada, a Spanish fleet of 130 ships that sailed from A Coruna)

The Spanish Armada off the English Coast in 1588, c.1620-c.1625. Creator: Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen
The Spanish Armada off the English Coast in 1588, c.1620-c.1625

Dirk van Bronkhorst op zijn sterfbed tijdens het beleg van Leiden in 1574, 1574-1599. Creator: Unknown
Dirk van Bronkhorst on his deathbed during the siege of Leiden in 1574, 1574-1599. A man, probably Dirk van Bronkhorst the military governor of Leiden

Prince Maurits Astride the White Warhorse Presented to him after his Victory at Nieuwpoort, c.1633-c.1635

The Famished People after the Relief of the Siege of Leiden, 1574-1629. Creator: Otto Van Veen
The Famished People after the Relief of the Siege of Leiden, 1574-1629. Other Title(s): Distribution of Herring and White Bread at the Relief of Leiden, 3 October 1574

The Battle of Cadiz, 1608. Creator: Aert Anthonisz
The Battle of Cadiz, 1608. Other Title(s): The Battle of CadizIncident from the Battle of the Spanish Armada

Horatio Nelson Battle Of Cape St. Vincent Anglo-Spanish War
Horatio Nelson at the Battle of Cape St. Vincent, February 14, 1797. After a print by James Daniell from the painting by Henry Singleton

Battle of Zutphen (engraving)
6317656 Battle of Zutphen (engraving) by Bing, Valentin (1812-55) (after); (add.info.: William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh, 1553/1563 - 1613)

Map of the Battle of Cape St. Vincent, published by William Blackwood and Sons
746931 Map of the Battle of Cape St. Vincent, published by William Blackwood and Sons, Edinburgh & London, 1848 (hand-coloured engraving) by Johnston

Medal commemorating James I signing the peace treaty with Spain, 1604 (metal)
2959892 Medal commemorating James I signing the peace treaty with Spain, 1604 (metal) by English School, (17th century); Timothy Millett Collection; (add.info)

Horatio Nelson loses his arm at the attack on Santa Cruz de Tenerife (colour litho)
3093824 Horatio Nelson loses his arm at the attack on Santa Cruz de Tenerife (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Elizabeth reviewing the Buffs (colour litho)
3093807 Queen Elizabeth reviewing the Buffs (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Elizabeth reviewing the Buffs)

Battle of Cape St Vincent, 1797 (colour litho)
3093827 Battle of Cape St Vincent, 1797 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Cape St Vincent, 1797)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595963 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595486 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595488 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588)

Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving)
1595487 Tercentenary of the Defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588 (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Spanish Armada (coloured engraving)
668537 The Spanish Armada (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish Armada)

British seizure of Jamaica from the Spanish, 1655 (colour litho)
980896 British seizure of Jamaica from the Spanish, 1655 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British seizure of Jamaica from the Spanish, 1655)

Medal commemorating James I signing the peace treaty with Spain, 1604 (metal)
2959891 Medal commemorating James I signing the peace treaty with Spain, 1604 (metal) by English School, (17th century); Timothy Millett Collection; (add.info)

Birthplace of Admiral Blake, Bridgwater (b / w photo)
3093874 Birthplace of Admiral Blake, Bridgwater (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birthplace of Admiral Blake, Bridgwater)

The Proposed Armada Memorial, Plymouth (engraving)
1595492 The Proposed Armada Memorial, Plymouth (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Proposed Armada Memorial, Plymouth)

Queen Elizabeth I travelling by coach to St Pauls after the defeat of the Spanish Armada, c1840
Queen Elizabeth I travelling by coach to St Pauls Cathedral after the defeat of the Spanish Armada, c1840

Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 2010. The Keigwin Arms pub is the only building in Mousehole to survive the raid on Mounts Bay by Spanish ships commanded by Carlos de Amesquita on 2 August 1595

The Defense of Cadiz against the English, 1625, 1634-1635. Artist: Zurbaran, Francisco, de (1598-1664)
The Defense of Cadiz against the English, 1625, 1634-1635. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The capture of Saint Kitts by Don Faderique de Toledo, 1634. Artist: Castello, Felix (1595-1651)
The capture of Saint Kitts by Don Faderique de Toledo, 1634. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Expedition Against Santiago, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

The Somerset House Conference, 1604, 1604, (1904). A group portrait commemorating the peace treaty between England and Spain in 1604

EDITORIAL The Spanish Armada in the Englsh Channel, an incident in the running fight. After the painting by C. M
EDITORIAL The Spanish Armada in the Englsh Channel, an incident in the running fight. After the painting by C.M. Padday. From Britain and Her Neighbours, 1485 - 1688, published 1923

The defeat of the Spanish Armada, 1588. From The History of England, from the earliest records to the year 1802, published 1812

The Battle of Turnhout, January 24, 1597, between the forces of Spain and a combined army of England and the United Provinces of the Netherlands

William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh, 1553 / 1563 - 1613. The picture shows an heroic action performed by
William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh, 1553/1563 - 1613. The picture shows an heroic action performed by Russell when he was commanding troops with Sir Philip Sidney in the 1586 Battle of

Defeat of the Spanish fleet and the fall of Cadiz, on July 1, 1596 by an Anglo-Dutch fleet during the Anglo-Spanish War

Admiral Lord Rodney (1719-1792)
XCR27131 Admiral Lord Rodney (1719-1792) by Bullock, G.G. (fl.1827-59); The Crown Estate; (add.info.: brilliant share in Hawkes victory of October 14 1747; 1762 captured Martinique)

SIR RICHARD GRENVILLE (1542-1591). English naval commander and adventurer. Aboard the Revenge during the Battle of Flores, 1591. Illustration, 1894, by William Heysham Overend

Ansons Spanish galleon capture, 1743
Ansons Spanish galleon capture. 18th-century artwork showing the capture on 20 June 1743 of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Covadonga (left) by the British HMS Centurion (right)

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The Anglo-Spanish War: A Clash of Empires In the annals of history, few conflicts have shaped the course of nations as profoundly as the Anglo-Spanish War. Spanning over two centuries, this epic struggle between two great powers left an indelible mark on both sides and forever altered the geopolitical landscape. The Battle of Zutphen stands out as a testament to the fierce determination and valor displayed by English troops. Engraved in memory, it serves as a reminder of their unwavering resolve against Spanish forces. Meanwhile, the Map of the Battle of Cape St. Vincent published by William Blackwood and Sons offers a glimpse into one of many naval engagements that would come to define this protracted conflict. Medals commemorating James I signing the peace treaty with Spain in 1604 symbolize a momentary respite amidst years marked by bloodshed and hostility. Yet, even during times of relative calm, tensions simmered beneath the surface. Horatio Nelson's loss of his arm at Santa Cruz de Tenerife serves as a poignant reminder that victory often comes at great personal cost. His sacrifice embodied Britain's relentless pursuit for dominance on land and sea. Queen Elizabeth reviewing her loyal troops showcases her role as commander-in-chief during this tumultuous era. Her presence instilled confidence in soldiers who fought bravely under her banner. The Battle of Cape St Vincent in 1797 captures another pivotal moment when British naval prowess prevailed against formidable Spanish adversaries. This triumph further solidified Britain's maritime supremacy while dealing yet another blow to Spain's waning influence. Tercentenary engravings depicting England's defeat over Spain's mighty Armada serve not only as historical records but also symbols celebrating national pride and resilience against overwhelming odds. Lastly, British seizure depicted through vibrant lithographs illustrates how territorial gains were made throughout this prolonged war – Jamaica being just one example among many conquests from Spanish hands.