Bomarsund Collection

The aft deck of the H.M.S. Bulldog on August 15, 1854 off Bomarsund (After Edwin T. Dolby), 1855. Private Collection

Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. 2nd Round Fort - Long Fort, 80 Guns - "Odin" - 3rd Round Fort'. British warships during the Aland War - British-French naval force against military

Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. Riflemen - Masked Battery - "Hecla" - 1st Round Fort - "Valorous" - Village of Bomarsund'. British warships during the Aland War

Surrender of Prisoners at Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Surrender of Prisoners at Bomarsund, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Explosion of Fort Prasto at Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Explosion of Fort Prasto at Bomarsund, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

The First Round Tower at Bomarsund, taken by the English, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The First Round Tower at Bomarsund, taken by the English, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Plan of the Forts of Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the Forts of Bomarsund, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Principal Fortress of Bomarsund, recently captured by the Allied Forces, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Principal Fortress of Bomarsund, recently captured by the Allied Forces, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Fortifications of Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Fortifications of Bomarsund, 1854. Crimean War. Map of Russian forts on the Baltic Sea coast in Findland. Also shown are positions of the English and French armies

Fort Nottich, Bomarsund - Breach made by an English Three-gun Battery - from a sketch by... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Fort Nottich, Bomarsund - Breach made by an English Three-gun Battery - from a sketch by O.W. Brierly, 1854. Crimean War: view of the Russian-held Notvik Tower and Prasto Tower in Finland

Russian Prisoners of Bomarsud, 1854. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Russian Prisoners of Bomarsud, 1854

An Incident in the Attack on Bomarsund, Crimean War, 21 June 1854. During the battle a shell landed on board. Charles Davis Lucas threw it back overboard, and it exploded before reaching water

The French Chasseurs de Vincennes hurry into action at Bomarsund Date: 16 August 1854

Sacramental Plate, from Bomarsund, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Sacramental Plate, from Bomarsund, 1854. Booty from the Crimean War. Amidst the ruins at Bomarsund [in Finland], after the recent bombardment

Bomarsund, a strong Russian fortress on an island in the Baltic, is taken by a combined French and British force under Sir Charles Napier Date: 15 August 1854

Victoria Cross: Midshipman (afterwards Rear-Admiral) C D Lucas, RN, at Bomarsund, 1854 (colour litho)
6019789 Victoria Cross: Midshipman (afterwards Rear-Admiral) C D Lucas, RN, at Bomarsund, 1854 (colour litho) by English School

Surrender of the Tower of Prasto, Bomarsund (engraving)
1607733 Surrender of the Tower of Prasto, Bomarsund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surrender of the Tower of Prasto, Bomarsund)

Bomarsund, Aland Islands (engraving)
1607622 Bomarsund, Aland Islands (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bomarsund, Aland Islands. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 August 1854)

Plan of the Fortifications and Positions of the Ships at Bomarsund, 21 June 1854 (engraving)
1607564 Plan of the Fortifications and Positions of the Ships at Bomarsund, 21 June 1854 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fort Nottich, Bomarsund, Breach made by an English Three-Gun Battery (engraving)
1607716 Fort Nottich, Bomarsund, Breach made by an English Three-Gun Battery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fort Nottich, Bomarsund)

Bombardment of Bomarsund (engraving)
1607565 Bombardment of Bomarsund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bombardment of Bomarsund. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 July 1854)

Gun and Mortar from Bomarsund, at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1607977 Gun and Mortar from Bomarsund, at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gun and Mortar from Bomarsund, at the Crystal Palace)

Bomarsund, General Bodiscoe, the Russian Governor, surrendering himself to the English and French (engraving)
1607770 Bomarsund, General Bodiscoe, the Russian Governor, surrendering himself to the English and French (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bomarsund)

Russian Arms, etc, from the Alma and Inkerman, and Bomarsund (engraving)
1602034 Russian Arms, etc, from the Alma and Inkerman, and Bomarsund (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Arms, etc, from the Alma and Inkerman)

Plan of the Attack on Bomarsund (engraving)
1607677 Plan of the Attack on Bomarsund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Attack on Bomarsund)

Midshipman Lucas (chromolitho)
666990 Midshipman Lucas (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Midshipman Lucas)

The Captured Russian Guns at Portsmouth (engraving)
1608304 The Captured Russian Guns at Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Captured Russian Guns at Portsmouth)

Russian Pony and Sheep from Bomarsund, brought by Captain Hall, HMS "Hecla"(engraving)
1607951 Russian Pony and Sheep from Bomarsund, brought by Captain Hall, HMS " Hecla" (engraving) by Herring, Benjamin (1830-71); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fortifications of Bomarsund (engraving)
1607676 Fortifications of Bomarsund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fortifications of Bomarsund)

Battle of Bomarsund, 1854 (gravure)
959890 Battle of Bomarsund, 1854 (gravure) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Bomarsund, Crimea, 1854. A fierce bombardment)

Northumberland NE22 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Northumberland NE22 7

Bomarsund and its fortifications, in the Aland Islands 1854, 1854. Artist: Anonymous
Bomarsund and its fortifications, in the Aland Islands 1854, 1854. From a private collection

The Battle of Bomarsund, 1858. Private Collection

An Incident in the Attack on Bomarsund, c1880. Artist: C. R
An Incident in the Attack on Bomarsund, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

The attack on Bomarsund, during the Crimean War, 1854 (1857). Artist: W Hulland
The attack on Bomarsund, during the Crimean War, 1854 (1857). From Englands Battles by Sea and Land, volume IV: Russia and Turkey, by Lieutenant Colonel Williams

Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. Artist: Dolby, Edwin Thomas (active 1849-1865)
Bombardment of Bomarsund, 1854. From a private collection

Arrival of General Baraguay D Hilliers at Grengam, 1854. Artist: Brierly, Oswald Walters (1817-1894)
Arrival of General Baraguay D Hilliers at Grengam, 1854. From a private collection

The Aland Islands on July 22, 1854, 1855. Artist: Brierly, Oswald Walters (1817-1894)
The Aland Islands on July 22, 1854, 1855. From a private collection

Gun and Mortar from Bomarsund, at the Crystal Palace, 1854

Russian Pony and Sheep from Bomarsund, Brought by Captain Hall, H. M. s. Hecla, 1854
Russian Pony and Sheep from Bomarsund, Brought by Captain Hall, H.M.s. Hecla, 1854

Surrender of the Tower of Prasto, Bomarsund, 1854

Fort Nottich, Bomarsund. Breach Made by an English Three-Gun Battery, 1854

Fortifications of Bomarsund, 1854

Bomarsund, Aland Islands, 1854

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Fortress Gun from Bomarsund

Bomarsund Bombarded - 2
HMS Bulldog bombards Bomarsund, a Russian fortress in the Baltic, softening it up before it is taken by a combined French and British force under sir Charles Napier

Battle Scene 1854
Warships are frequently used against shore targets as their guns generally outclass any thing available on land : during the Crimea War H.M.S. Bulldog bombards Bomarsund

Bomarsund Bombarded - 1
Bomarsund, a Russian fortress in the Baltic, is bombarded by Hecla and other British warships before being taken by a combined French and British force under sir Charles Napier

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"Bomarsund: A Historic Battle for Baltic Supremacy" In the summer of 1854, a formidable Russian fortress known as Bomarsund stood defiantly on an island in the Baltic Sea. Its strategic location made it a crucial target during the Crimean War. On August 15th, a combined force of French and British troops under the leadership of Sir Charles Napier launched an audacious assault to seize control. One significant incident that occurred during this attack took place on June 21st. The French Chasseurs de Vincennes hurried into action at Bomarsund, displaying their unwavering determination to overcome any obstacle in their path. Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, one individual's bravery shone brightly. Midshipman C. D Lucas of the Royal Navy would later become Rear-Admiral Lucas. His heroic actions at Bomarsund earned him the prestigious Victoria Cross, symbolizing his exceptional courage and selflessness. The surrender of Prasto Tower marked a turning point in this fierce battle. Engraved depictions capture this historic moment when Russian resistance crumbled before the might of combined forces from Britain and France. Bomarsund itself was not just a military stronghold but also boasted remarkable fortifications that left lasting impressions on all who witnessed them firsthand. Detailed engravings reveal its intricate layout and positions held by ships involved in this monumental conflict. The bombardment inflicted upon Bomarsund showcased both sides' relentless determination to secure victory. English three-gun batteries breached Fort Nottich, leaving behind indelible marks etched into history forever. Weapons captured from Bomarsund found themselves displayed proudly at London's Crystal Palace—an enduring testament to triumph over adversity. General Bodiscoe, then-Russian Governor of Bomarsund, ultimately surrendered himself to English and French forces after witnessing their overwhelming strength firsthand—a scene immortalized through engravings capturing this pivotal moment in the conflict.