Firebrand Collection

Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651
Blackburn YA.1 Firecrest RT651 at the 1947 SBAC Radlett air-show, parked next to the first prototype Boulton Paul Balliol VL892

Blackburn Firebrand TF IV first flown in February 1942 opened a whole saga of problems, with the first production aircraft not being available until long after wars end

P G Lawrence flying Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4 EK660
P.G. Lawrence flying Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4, EK660

Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4 in flight

"He struck at it with his firebrand"(engraving)
7192158 " He struck at it with his firebrand" (engraving) by Pearse, Alfred (1856-1933); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tison; Firebrand; Feuerbrand (engraving)
7197744 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Tison; Firebrand; Feuerbrand (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tison; Firebrand; Feuerbrand)

Orlando subdues a brigand with a fire brand (pen & ink, chalk and wash on paper)
AGN342946 Orlando subdues a brigand with a fire brand (pen & ink, chalk and wash on paper) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 39.1x27 cm; Private Collection; Photo eAgnew s, London; French

Joseph Parker, Congregational Minister
Parkers Peace. Joseph Parker (1830-1902), Congregational Minister railing against the horror of the Turk (Sultan Abdul Hamid II). Date: 1900

Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving)
1617324 Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata)

The China Squadron at Port Hamilton, Corea, and at Port Arthur, the Chinese Naval Station (engraving)
1055293 The China Squadron at Port Hamilton, Corea, and at Port Arthur, the Chinese Naval Station (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving)
1101680 Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving) by English School

The Turkish Fleet in the Bosphorus; The Combined English and French Fleets in Besika Bay (engraving)
1097554 The Turkish Fleet in the Bosphorus; The Combined English and French Fleets in Besika Bay (engraving) by English School

The Crisis in the Far East, the British Fleet in Chinese Waters (litho)
1039457 The Crisis in the Far East, the British Fleet in Chinese Waters (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in the Far East)

Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk. 5 EK747
Blackburn Firebrand TF Mk.5 EK747 seen with torpedo. Date: circa 1947

The Fire of Troy with Aeneas Carrying Anchises. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

The Fire of Troy, Mid of 17th cen Artist: Corte, Juan de la (1585-1662)
The Fire of Troy, Mid of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Frontispiece to Reflections on the French revolution, engraving 1790, Edmund Burke on bended knee as though proposing to a vision which appears before him of Marie Antoinette

A Child Blowing on an Ember, early 1570s (oil on canvas)
XAL160172 A Child Blowing on an Ember, early 1570s (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 60.5x50.5 cm; Museo e Gallerie Nazionali di Capodimonte, Naples

Blackburn Firebrand TF5 EK777
Blackburn Firebrand TF5, EK777

Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF5 EK692
Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF5, EK692, about to launch from HMS Illustrious in 1946. Date: 1946

Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4 with wings folded

Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4 EK629
Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4, EK629

Blackburn B-37 Firebrand FI DD810 the second prototype
Blackburn B-37 Firebrand FI, DD810, the second prototype

Frontispiece To Reflections On The French Revolution, Engraving 1790, Edmund Burke On Bended Knee As Though Proposing To A Vision Which Appears Before Him Of Marie Antoinette

Jaures Caricature
JEAN-JOSEPH-MARIE-AUGUSTE JAURES French radical statesman, caricatured as a firebrand

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"Firebrand: Igniting History and Conquering Skies" From the sleek Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651 to the formidable Blackburn Firebrand TF IV, this caption delves into the captivating world of firebrands. With its first flight in February 1942, the Blackburn Firebrand TF IV soared through the skies, leaving a trail of awe in its wake. P G Lawrence took to the heavens aboard the powerful Blackburn B-46 Firebrand TF4 EK660, showcasing its might and agility. Captured mid-flight, an image of this majestic aircraft reminds us of its dominance in the skies. But they are not limited to aviation alone; their significance stretches across various realms. In an engraving capturing a dramatic moment, "He struck at it with his firebrand, " we witness a scene that ignites curiosity and intrigue. Le Vocabulaire Illustre presents engravings depicting tison (fire brand) and feuerbrand (fire brand), shedding light on how these fiery symbols have transcended language barriers throughout history. Artistic renditions further highlight their symbolic power. In one piece titled "Orlando subdues a brigand with a fire brand, " pen & ink, chalk, and wash on paper bring forth images of bravery and triumph over adversity. Even influential figures like Joseph Parker found inspiration in firebrands as they preached messages that sparked change within congregations far and wide. The allure continues as we delve into historical events captured through engravings - from The Young Thomas Aquinas chasing away temptation with a fire brand to depictions of Anglo-French Blockade of Rio de la Plata or The China Squadron stationed at Port Hamilton and Port Arthur - each engraving tells tales intertwined with courage, strategy, and resilience against all odds. Lastly, an engraving illustrating Defeat of General Rosas by English and French Troops showcases how even military campaigns were shaped by these fiery symbols, leaving an indelible mark on history.