Besiegers Collection

Siege of Derry by Jacobite forces
The Irish Catholic Jacobite supporters of deposed King James cut off the vital supplies needed by the Protestant supporters of William and Mary at the Siege of Derry in 1689

Peninsular War: Siege of Saragosa (Zaragoza) 16 June-13 August 1808. Wood engraving
536457 Peninsular War: Siege of Saragosa (Zaragoza) 16 June-13 August 1808. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: Maria Augustin, Maid of Sarogossa)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Assaillants (d une ville); Besiegers; Sturmenden (engraving)
7194750 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Assaillants (d une ville); Besiegers; Sturmenden (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Count Eudes re-entering Paris through the besiegers (engraving)
966025 Count Eudes re-entering Paris through the besiegers (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Count Eudes re-entering Paris through the besiegers)

The Siege of Mafeking (litho)
1599452 The Siege of Mafeking (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Mafeking, a Party of the Besiegers, the Town in the Distance)

Siege Operations at Chatham (engraving)
1057500 Siege Operations at Chatham (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Siege Operations at Chatham)

Sebastopol and its Environs with the position of the besiegers and state of their works soon after the battles of
3655719 Sebastopol and its Environs with the position of the besiegers and state of their works soon after the battles of Balaklava and Inkerman (engraving) by English School

The Surrender of "Fort Chabrol"(litho)
1043104 The Surrender of " Fort Chabrol" (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Surrender of " Fort Chabrol")

M Guerin at Bay, Incidents of the Siege of "Fort Chabrol"(litho)
1043037 M Guerin at Bay, Incidents of the Siege of " Fort Chabrol" (litho) by Destez, Paul (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M Guerin at Bay)

Grand Military Display, storming of Carisbrooke Castle (engraving)
1100918 Grand Military Display, storming of Carisbrooke Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Military Display, storming of Carisbrooke Castle)

ROMAN SIEGE THREAT
Roman troops threaten to use their battering ram against a Parthian town : the residents come out to parley with the besiegers Date: circa 200

Prince Frederik Hendrik Horseback outside Fortifications
Prince Frederik Hendrik on Horseback outside the Fortifications of s-Hertogenbosch, 1629, Prince Frederik Hendrik on horseback for the fortress s-Hertogenbosch, 1629

The Cartagena Insurrection, Spain: General View of the Bombardment, from the Besiegers Camp, 1873 Engraving

Siege and conquest of Hulst by the military forces under Frederik Hendrik of 28 September and 5 November 1645, a central plan of Hulst and the surrounding land with the encirclement

Giovanni de Medici surrounded in Rome, Philips Galle, 1583

The Trojan War: Achilles Death. ca. 1470. Left scene. The Trojans charging against the besiegers. Detail of struggle of heroes, including Agamemnon and Ajax Telamon

Bamburgh Castle surrendered 1099
Eleanor of Northumberland surrenders Bamburgh Castle to William II after the besiegers had threatened to blind her husband Robert de Mowbray, Earl of Northumberland

M. Mieczkowskiego, photographer to the Imperial court, with
In the camp of the besiegers. M. Mieczkowskiego, photographer to the Imperial Court at work photographing the Russian army manoeuvres before the Czar, at Brest Litewsk, Poland

Valette and Envoy
La Valette, Grand Master of the Hospitallers, shows the Turkish envoy a ditch and says thats the only part of Malta the besiegers will obtain. Below, view of Malta

Rus-Jap War / Balloon
A Russian reconnaissance balloon keeps a watchful eye on the Japanese besiegers of Port Arthur

Elisha at Samaria
King Ben-hadad of Syria besieges Samaria, reducing the populace to cannibalism; but Elisha scares the besiegers away in panic with the noise of a great host

French in Vietnam
FRENCH IN TONKIN The Foreign Legion, with Algerian and friendly Chinese troops, valiantly defend Tuyen-Quan against the Chinese besiegers

Romans & Parthians
Roman troops threaten to use their battering ram against a Parthian town : the residents come out to parley with the besiegers

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"Besiegers: The Unyielding Force at the Gates" In history, the term "besiegers" evokes images of relentless determination and strategic prowess. From the Siege of Derry by Jacobite forces to the Franco-Prussian War, these individuals or armies have left an indelible mark on countless cities and fortifications. Le Vocabulaire Illustre captures their essence perfectly, depicting them as assaillants d'une ville - attackers ready to storm through any obstacle in their path. Engravings like "Sturmenden" showcase their fierce assault on besieged towns, highlighting their unwavering commitment to victory. Count Eudes' triumphant re-entry into Paris amidst besiegers further exemplifies their resilience. Through engravings capturing this momentous event, we witness how they persistently challenged even the most formidable defenses. The Siege of Mafeking litho immortalizes another chapter in history where besiegers tested both sides' mettle. It serves as a testament to human endurance during times of conflict when surrounded by unyielding foes. Engravings such as Siege Operations at Chatham and Sebastopol and its Environs provide glimpses into meticulous planning and state-of-the-art works employed by besiegers during battles like Balaklava and Inkerman. These depictions reveal not only their military might but also their ability to adapt swiftly in ever-changing circumstances. "The Surrender of 'Fort Chabrol'" litho portrays a pivotal moment when beset defenders succumb to overwhelming pressure from besiegers. This image encapsulates the culmination of tireless efforts exerted by those who lay siege – a bittersweet triumph that comes with great sacrifice.