Fort Collection (page 14)

Fort George
3507587 Fort George; (add.info.: Fort George; 18th-century fortress, north-east of Inverness in Scotland, built in the aftermath of the Jacobite rising of 1745)

The colonial assault on the Narragansetts fort in the Great Swamp Fight in December 1675 during King Philip's War
2956608 The colonial assault on the Narragansetts fort in the Great Swamp Fight in December 1675 during King Philip's War, aka First Indian War, Metacom's War, Metacomet's War

Vauban Defenses on the Narva, Estonia, 1700
2900919 Vauban Defenses on the Narva, Estonia, 1700; (add.info.: Sabastien Le Prestre, Seigneur de Vauban and later Marquis de Vauban (15 May 1633 - 30 March 1707), commonly referred to as Vauban

Rome on the Tiber, The Vatican, 1700
2900912 Rome on the Tiber, The Vatican, 1700; (add.info.: Rome on the Tiber, The Vatican, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Fortifications at Nice, France, 1700
2900899 Fortifications at Nice, France, 1700; (add.info.: Throughout the ages the town changed hands many times. Its strategic location and port significantly contributed to its maritime strength)

City Plan, Paris, 1700
2900896 City Plan, Paris, 1700; (add.info.: City Plan, Paris, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

History. The french military engineer Sebastien Le Prestre, Marquis de Vauban
3434260 History. The french military engineer Sebastien Le Prestre, Marquis de Vauban. Imagery from the Parisian Department Store: Aux Quatre Arrondissements, France

View of the city and citadel of Ivrea, Italy, 19th century (painting)
1753107 View of the city and citadel of Ivrea, Italy, 19th century (painting); (add.info.: View of the city and citadel of Ivrea in Italy, painting, 19th century); Photo: Tallandier

Map showing the fortifications of Danzig
1577233 Map showing the fortifications of Danzig; (add.info.: Map showing the fortifications of Danzig. Dated to 1687.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Photocard, 1930s: The Kremlin, Moscow (coloured photo)
8671662 Photocard, 1930s: The Kremlin, Moscow (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Kremlin, Moscow)

Belem Tower, Lisbon (colour litho)
8672909 Belem Tower, Lisbon (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Belem Tower, Lisbon, Lisbon)

Breton, the Bastille and cornflower (chromolitho)
8677365 Breton, the Bastille and cornflower (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: B for Breton, the Bastille and bleuet (cornflower)

The Khan Jahan shows Akbar his Princely Captives (colour litho)
8661439 The Khan Jahan shows Akbar his Princely Captives (colour litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Khan Jahan shows Akbar his Princely Captives)

Conway Castle from the Creek, c.1864-68 (albumen print)
8698278 Conway Castle from the Creek, c.1864-68 (albumen print) by Bedford, Francis (1816-94); Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

The Lion Gate, Mycenaea, Greece. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving)
6867231 The Lion Gate, Mycenaea, Greece. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving); (add.info.: The Lion Gate, Mycenaea, Greece)

The Bab al Futuh (Conquest Gate), old city of Cairo, Egypt, seen here in the 19th century
6428123 The Bab al Futuh (Conquest Gate), old city of Cairo, Egypt, seen here in the 19th century, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton

The Aqaba Castle, Mamluk Castle or Aqaba Fort, Aqaba, Jordan, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest
6428117 The Aqaba Castle, Mamluk Castle or Aqaba Fort, Aqaba, Jordan, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton, published 1843 (engraving); Photo © Ken Welsh

Doorway of the Feroz Shah Kotla, or Kotla, near Delhi, India, seen here in the 19th century
6428085 Doorway of the Feroz Shah Kotla, or Kotla, near Delhi, India, seen here in the 19th century. A fortress built by Sultan Feroz Shah Tughlaq

Hohen-Salzburg, 1856 (engraving)
7268727 Hohen-Salzburg, 1856 (engraving); 14.0x19.2 cm; JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; (add.info.: Image caption Hohen-Salzburg, From Kunstanst. D. Bibliogr. Inst. in Hildbh)

La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century
7264854 La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century; Medina del Campo, Castilla y Leon, Spain; (add.info.: The 15th century La Mota Castle - Castillo la Mota, Medina del Campo)

La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century
7264850 La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century; Medina del Campo, Castilla y Leon, Spain; (add.info.: The 15th century La Mota Castle - Castillo la Mota, Medina del Campo)

La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century
7264842 La Mota Castle, Medina del Campo, Spain. 15th century; Medina del Campo, Castilla y Leon, Spain; (add.info.: The the 38 meter high keep of the 15th century La Mota Castle - Castillo la Mota)

Russian troops storming the fortress of Ochakov (now Ochakiv)
7243345 Russian troops storming the fortress of Ochakov (now Ochakiv); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian troops storming the fortress of Ochakov (now Ochakiv)

Plan of town and fortress of Gariah, c.1755 (ink, watercolour)
7339353 Plan of town and fortress of Gariah, c.1755 (ink, watercolour) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 55.5x89 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown Single sheet)

Counter commemorating peace with the Barbary pirates, 1795; obverse, 1795 (silver)
7339294 Counter commemorating peace with the Barbary pirates, 1795; obverse, 1795 (silver) by Zane, Francesco (fl.1795); 3.2x0 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Fort of Suda [Souda], and entrance to Suda Bay, Candia [Crete], Octr. 24th 1857, 1857 (watercolour)
7342289 Fort of Suda [Souda], and entrance to Suda Bay, Candia [Crete], Octr. 24th 1857, 1857 (watercolour) by Fanshawe, Admiral Sir Edward Gennys (1814-1906); 17.6x25.8 cm; National Maritime Museum

The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III
3033756 The great frontier fortress at Semneh or Semna, Nubia, Egypt erected by Khakaure Senusret III, aka Senwosret III or Sesostris III

USA History: Bombardment of Fort Sumter
5313512 USA History: Bombardment of Fort Sumter.; SeM Studio/UIG

The fortified palace of Aljaferia, 11th century, in Zaragoza, Spain (photo)
AIS5375465 The fortified palace of Aljaferia, 11th century, in Zaragoza, Spain (photo); Aljaferia Palace, Aragon, Zaragoza, Spain; (add.info.: Hispanic-Moorish architecture)

Napoleonic wars: campaign of Russia, the French troops in the city of Moscow. Engraving c.1812
AIS5388734 Napoleonic wars: campaign of Russia, the French troops in the city of Moscow. Engraving c.1812; Civica Raccolta Stampe Bertarelli, Milan, Italy

French map of the city of Roses and the Fortress of Trinity in Spain (xylography)
AIS5350299 French map of the city of Roses and the Fortress of Trinity in Spain (xylography); © Iberfoto

Assault of a city by John V of Bueil (1406-1477)
AIS5340566 Assault of a city by John V of Bueil (1406-1477).; Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; (add.info)

Luetzelburg castle ruin, Bavaria, Germany, historical picture, about 1893
UIG5413918 Luetzelburg castle ruin, Bavaria, Germany, historical picture, about 1893; UIG

Battle in Tunisia, c.1900 (print)
7293385 Battle in Tunisia, c.1900 (print); (add.info.: History. Tunisia. French colonial troops fighting in a fort. Imagery, France, ca 1900.); Photo: © Archives Charmet

Battlements, and tower. View of the chemin de ronde of Castelvecchio, Verona Castelvecchio, 14th-century, 1354 (photo)
7127277 Battlements, and tower. View of the chemin de ronde of Castelvecchio, Verona Castelvecchio, 14th-century, 1354 (photo); Castel Vecchio, Verona, Italy; (add.info.: Battlements, and tower)

Battlements and tower, Castelvecchio. Verona
7127253 Battlements and tower, Castelvecchio. Verona; Castel Vecchio, Verona, Italy; (add.info.: Battlements, and tower, Castelvecchio, 14th-century Scaliger fortress)

Battlements, and tower, Castelvecchio. Verona
7127207 Battlements, and tower, Castelvecchio. Verona; Castel Vecchio, Verona, Italy; (add.info.: Battlements, and tower, Castelvecchio, 14th-century Scaliger fortress)

William Lenthall (1591 - 1662)
2603848 William Lenthall (1591 - 1662); (add.info.: William Lenthall (1591 - 1662), Speaker of the House of Commons, running away to the Puritan army with the Mace (symbol of Parliamentary authority)

Soldiers quarters with camp beds, 18th century
3507854 Soldiers quarters with camp beds, 18th century; (add.info.: Soldiers quarters with camp beds, inside Fort George; 18th-century fortress, north-east of Inverness in Scotland)

Fort George
3507594 Fort George; (add.info.: Fort George; 18th-century fortress, north-east of Inverness in Scotland, built in the aftermath of the Jacobite rising of 1745)

The Belem Tower in Lisbon
3561080 The Belem Tower in Lisbon by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Lisbon, Portugal 1900-1910 ca. Date of Artwork: 1499 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Defenses at Gibraltar
2900913 Defenses at Gibraltar; (add.info.: Straits, Defenses at Gibraltar, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Trevise in the Italian Po Valley, 1700
2900911 Trevise in the Italian Po Valley, 1700; (add.info.: Trevise in the Italian Po Valley, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Casal on the Po River, 1700
2900909 Casal on the Po River, 1700; (add.info.: Casal on the Po River, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Ivrea Near Turin, 1700
2900908 Ivrea Near Turin, 1700; (add.info.: Ivrea is a town and commune of the province of Turin in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy)

Verucca, 1700
2900907 Verucca, 1700; (add.info.: Verucca, 1700.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

Photocard, 1930s: Conway Castle (coloured photo)
8671637 Photocard, 1930s: Conway Castle (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conway Castle)

Indian Mutiny (Sepoy Mutiny) 1857-59: Desperate defence of the fort at Futtegurgh where 150 British
530550 Indian Mutiny (Sepoy Mutiny) 1857-59: Desperate defence of the fort at Futtegurgh where 150 British, of whom only one quarter could bear arms, were under siege

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"Exploring the Rich History and Majestic Beauty of Forts Around the World" Immerse yourself in the ancient Iron-age British Camp hill fort, nestled among the vibrant autumn colors of the Malvern Hills in Great Malvern, Worcestershire. Journey to Dunnottar Castle outside Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Scotland for a glimpse into medieval times amidst breathtaking coastal scenery. Step back in time as you board a steam train on Swanage Railway, passing by Corfe Castle in Dorset, England - an enchanting sight straight out of a fairytale. Discover the rugged beauty of Carreg Cennen Castle near Llandeilo within Brecon Beacons National Park, Carmarthenshire, Wales - an awe-inspiring fortress surrounded by stunning landscapes. Lose yourself in history at Corfe Castle in Corfe village, Dorset; its imposing ruins tell tales of battles fought and legends lived within its walls. Marvel at the panoramic view from atop Old Town City's fortified walls in Dubrovnik - a UNESCO World Heritage Site that transports you to another era. Cross Monnow Bridge and Gate over River Monnow to experience medieval charm firsthand while exploring Monmouthshire's historic past in Wales' United Kingdom. Ascend Hambledon Hill above Blackmore Vale to witness prehistoric ramparts that stand as silent sentinels guarding secrets from centuries ago. Embark on a journey to Jaffna, Sri Lanka where remnants of colonial forts whisper stories of conquests and cultural fusion dating back to 1671. Visit Arlington's Fort Myer Chapel in Virginia, USA for solace amidst military history and pay tribute to those who have served their country with honor and bravery. Witness history come alive through engravings depicting The sinking of Mary Rose during Battle Solent 1545-1778, a poignant reminder of the perils faced by seafarers.