Anglo Collection (page 4)

KING EGBERT (775 - 839), King of the West Saxons (Wessex) (reigned 802 - 839)

The last eleven at Maiwand. Date: 27 July 1880

THE DEATH OF HEREWARD
HEREWARD THE WAKE And with a shout of Torfrida, which made the Bruneswald ring, he hurled the shield full in the Breton's face and fell forward, dead'. Date: 1072

SALMAN RUSHDIE In 1992 Anglo-Indian novelist, condemned to death for allegedly having blasphemed Islam in The Satanic Verses. Date: 1947 -

Lundy's Lane Date: 1814

BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE Perry, with a much larger fleet, destroys an English flotilla of 6 schooners, forcing the English to surrender Date: 10 September 1813

Anglo-French attack on Tunis 1390
The expedition of the French and the English to a town some 100 kilometres from Tunis, at the request of the Genoese. The fleet sets sail. Date: 1390

Anglo-American War of 1812
British defeated at New Orleans (after peace had been concluded) during the Anglo-American War of 1812 Date: January 1815

American naval victory on Lake Erie, War of 1812
American naval victory on Lake Erie during the Anglo American War of 1812 Date: 10 September 1813

George Berkeley, 1685 - 1753, aka Bishop Berkeley, Bishop of Cloyne. Anglo-Irish philosopher
3039871 George Berkeley, 1685 - 1753, aka Bishop Berkeley, Bishop of Cloyne. Anglo-Irish philosopher. From Crabb's Historical Dictionary, published 1825

Richard Henn Collins, Baron Collins, 1842 -1911. Anglo-Irish lawyer and judge. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896
745822 Richard Henn Collins, Baron Collins, 1842 -1911. Anglo-Irish lawyer and judge. From The Strand Magazine, published 1896 by English School, (19th century)

The Bards. A. D. 500 onwards (colour litho)
670046 The Bards. A.D. 500 onwards (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bards. A.D. 500 onwards)

Cabul, 1842 (engraving)
3744570 Cabul, 1842 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Illustrated London News, 14 May 1842. ); English, out of copyright

Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold)
2771120 Jewellery, The West Yorkshire Hoard (gold) by Anglo-Saxon; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

The Capture of Gibraltar by Anglo-Dutch forces, 1 to 4 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

Southwold Bay (Solebay), Suffolk, location of the Battle of Solebay, 7 June 1672, the first naval battle of the Third Anglo-Dutch War (1672-1674). Date: 1672

Dutch Admiral Michiel de Ruyters attack on the fortress, Upnor Castle, in the Raid on the River Medway, Kent, 19-24 June 1667, during the Second Anglo-Dutch War (1665-1667). Date: 1667

Death of Admiral Maarten Van Tromp during the Battle of Scheveningen, 31 July 1653, the final battle of the First Anglo-Dutch War (1652-1654). Date: 1653

Battle of Portland between English and Dutch ships, off the Isle of Portland in the English Channel, under Admiral Robert Blake and Admiral Maarten Van Tromp, 18 February 1653

Skirmish between English and Dutch ships, under Admiral Robert Blake and Admiral Maarten Van Tromp, 19 May 1652, known as the Battle of Dover or Battle of Goodwin Sands

Retreat of the British, following the unsuccessful Siege of Saint-Martin-de-Re, near La Rochelle, France, October 1627, part of the Anglo-French War (1627-1629)

The Duke of Buckingham (George Villiers) and his army on the island of Re, during the Siege of Saint-Martin-de-Re, near La Rochelle, France, 1627, part of the Anglo-French War (1627-1629). Date: 1627

Battle of Sesimbra Bay, Portugal (then under Spanish rule), 3 June 1602, part of the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604). Date: 1602

The storming and capture of Cadiz, Spain, by English and Dutch troops, 30 June 1596, part of the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604). Date: 1596

The English fleet before Cadiz, Spain, 30 June 1596, prior to an attack on the harbour, followed by the storming and capture of Cadiz, part of the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604). Date: 1596

The Taking of Zutphen, Siege of Zutphen (present day Gelderland, Netherlands), 19-30 May 1591, part of the Eighty Years War (1568-1648) and the Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604)

The Fight for the Standard at the Battle of Pinkie, near Musselburgh, Scotland, 10 September 1547, during the War of the Rough Wooing, part of the Anglo-Scottish Wars

The Battle of Ancrum Moor, near Jedburgh, Scotland, 27 February 1545, during the War of the Rough Wooing, part of the Anglo-Scottish Wars

Hotspurs (Henry Percy) night attack at the Battle of Otterburn, Northumberland, August 1388, against the Scottish leader James Douglas, one of several Anglo-Scottish border conflicts. Date: 1388

Advance of the English fleet, Battle of Damme, County of Flanders, 30-31 May 1213, part of the Anglo-French War (1213-1214). Date: 1214

Defeat of the Retrievers of the Kings Glory, Melloon, Burma, during the First Anglo-Burmese War (1824-1826). Date: 1826

Surrender of Asirghar Fort, India, 9 April 1819, bringing an end to the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1819). Date: 1819

Rescue of Lieutenant-Colonel Macgregor Murray, Battle of Talneir (Talnar, Thalner), India, 1818, part of the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1819). Date: 1818

Flight of the French from Vitoria, Spain, 21 June 1813, resulting in a victory for the allied British, Portuguese and Spanish forces, in the Battle of Vitoria, part of the Peninsular War (1807-1814)

Marshal Soult on a white horse outside the town of Alba de Tormes, near Salamanca, Spain, an orderly on foot behind him, in preparation for an attack on Anglo-Portuguese forces stationed there

Storming of Badajoz towards the end of the Siege of Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain, 6 April 1812, by Wellingtons Anglo-Portuguese forces against the French, part of the Peninsular War (1807-1814)

Storming of the fortress at Ciudad Rodrigo, Salamanca, Spain, 19 January 1812, by Wellingtons Anglo-Portuguese forces against the French, part of the Peninsular War (1807-1814). Date: 1812

General Sir Arthur Wellesley (later the Duke of Wellington) fording the River Kaitna, Battle of Assaye, western India, 23 September 1803

Battle of Cape St Vincent, southern Portugal, 14 February 1797, during the Anglo-Spanish War (1796-1808). The British fleet under Admiral Sir John Jervis defeated a larger Spanish fleet under Admiral

Nelson receiving the swords (as a symbol of surrender) on board the San Jose (later renamed HMS San Josef), a ship captured from the Spanish navy during the Battle of Cape St Vincent

An Anglo Chinese Lady
Western interpretation of a Chinese Lady on an English greetings postcard Date: circa 1905

Surprise of the French under Marshal Soult near Badajoz, Spain, by William Beresford, 1st Viscount Beresford, leading the Anglo-Portuguese and Spanish armies in May 1811 during the Peninsular War

The Preston-Somers expedition against Santiago de Leon de Caracas, Venezuela (also known as the Capture of Caracas), May-July 1595 during the Anglo-Spanish War. Date: 1595

Return of the troops from serving in the Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi), West Africa (Ghana). Date: 1874

Advance of Highlanders, Battle of Amoaful, 31 January 1874, Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi)

Fight at Abracrampa, Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi), West Africa (Ghana). Date: 1873

A Skirmish in the Forest, Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi), West Africa (Ghana). Date: 1873

A Cape Coast King and His Court, Third Anglo-Ashanti War or First Ashanti Expedition (1873-1874, to rescue European missionary captives held in Kumasi), West Africa (Ghana). Date: 1873

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Anglo History: From Bayeux to Concorde and Beyond" Step back in time with us as we unravel the intricate threads history. The iconic Bayeux Tapestry, created between 1066-1077, vividly depicts scenes from the historic Battle that forever changed England's destiny. Fast forward to 1976, when the world marveled at technological marvels like the Concorde taking off into the skies. A symbol of British-French collaboration, this supersonic aircraft represented a triumph of engineering and innovation. Delve deeper into English folklore and discover St Swithin's legend or Dudley's intriguing past. Uncover timeless wisdom through Maxims that have shaped generations. Witness a meeting of royalty and legacy as Queen Elizabeth II crosses paths with none other than the Kennedys. An encounter that bridged nations and left an indelible mark on history. Marvel at Gillray's satirical cartoons showcasing both sides of Anglo-French relations - a testament to cultural exchange even amidst political tensions. Remember King Harold II (Harold Godwinson), whose reign ended tragically during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. His valiant efforts immortalized him as a pivotal figure in English history. Travel further back to ninth-century England, where kingdoms were forged amidst turmoil and Viking invasions tested their resilience. Relive sporting glory through Harold Larwood's legendary bowling performance in 1933 - an achievement etched forever in cricketing annals. Unearth treasures from Sutton Hoo, shedding light on early medieval life with its awe-inspiring artifacts revealing tales untold for centuries. Embark on an epic adventure alongside Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, one of Britain's greatest polar explorers who defied all odds while navigating treacherous icy terrains. Immerse yourself in naval battles fought bravely during 1782; witness courage unfold as ships clash in a struggle for supremacy.