George Brydges Rodney Collection

Sr. George Bridges Rodney, Rear Admiral of the Blue. 1780. Creator: James Watson
Sr. George Bridges Rodney, Rear Admiral of the Blue. 1780

The Rodney Memorial, Main Square, Spanish Town, Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica

Rodneys "Formidable"Breaking the Line, 1782 (colour litho)
726523 Rodneys " Formidable" Breaking the Line, 1782 (colour litho) by Dixon, Charles Edward (1872-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

George Brydges Rodney (engraving)
816339 George Brydges Rodney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Brydges Rodney, 1st Baron Rodney, KB (1718 - 1792)

Lord Rodney (engraving)
666677 Lord Rodney (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Rodney. Illustration from The Gallery of Portraits (Charles Knight, 1836)

Lord Rodney, (1718-1792), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Lord Rodney, (1718-1792), 1830. George Brydges Rodney (1718-1792) British naval officer known for his command in the American War of Independence and the Battle of the Saintes

Westminster Election, 1780. Three candidates stand under the portico of St Paul s, Covent Garden. Charles James Fox, in the centre, is supported by Britannia

The Battle of the Saints, c1795. Artist: John Goldar
The Battle of the Saints, c1795, (1924). The Battle of the Saintes was fought in the Caribbean off Dominica between a French fleet commanded by Admiral Francois-Joseph Paul

Engagement off Dominica, c1782. Artist: Nicholas Pocock
Engagement off Dominica, c1782. An attack by Admiral Francois-Joseph Paul, Comte de Grasse (1723-1788) of the French fleet

Rodney and Langara, c1785. Artist: Robert Dodd
Rodney and Langara, c1785. Scene from the Battle of Cape St Vincent, a naval battle between a British fleet commanded by George Brydges Rodney (1718-1792)

Admiral George Brydges Rodney (1719-1792), 1st Baron Rodney, 19th century. Artist: E Scriven
Admiral George Brydges Rodney (1719-1792), 1st Baron Rodney, 19th century. Rodney was an English naval officer

Rodneys Monument, Spanish Town, Jamaica, c1905. Artist: Adolphe Duperly & Son
Rodneys Monument, Spanish Town, Jamaica, c1905. Memorial to the British admiral George Brydges Rodney (1718-1792). Illustration from Picturesque Jamaica, by Adolphe Duperly & Son, (England, c1905)

George Brydges Rodney, 1st Baron Rodney, British naval officer, (1833). Artist: E Scriven
George Brydges Rodney, 1st Baron Rodney, British naval officer, (1833). Rodney (1718-1792) served as commander-in-chief of the Leeward Islands, and fought the French in the West Indies

Horoscope drawn up by Ebenezer Sibly in 1779. This horoscope was produced by Sibly at the request of some naval gentlemen to predict that the British West Indies Fleet under Admiral Rodney would be

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George Brydges Rodney was a renowned British naval officer who played a significant role in history. Born in 1718, he rose to prominence for his exceptional leadership and strategic brilliance. His legacy lives on through various memorials and artworks dedicated to him. One such tribute is the Rodney Memorial, located in the Main Square of Spanish Town, Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica. This monument stands as a testament to Rodney's remarkable achievements and contributions to the British Navy. Rodney's most notable feat was during the Battle of the Saints in 1782 when his ship, "Formidable, " broke through the enemy line with unparalleled precision. This momentous event is vividly depicted in a captivating color lithograph from that era. Engravings showcasing Lord Rodney further immortalize this legendary figure. Created by unknown artists, these engravings capture his commanding presence and unwavering determination. In addition to his military prowess, Rodney also dabbled in politics. The Westminster Election of 1780 saw him actively participating in shaping Britain's political landscape alongside his naval career. The Battle of the Saints remains one of Rodney's defining moments as an admiral. Artist John Goldar beautifully portrays this historic clash between British and French fleets around 1795. Another engagement off Dominica is masterfully captured by Nicholas Pocock's artwork from around 1782. It showcases Rodney's tactical genius as he outmaneuvers enemy forces amidst turbulent waters. Rodney's encounters with Spanish Admiral Langara are brought to life by Robert Dodd's painting from approximately 1785. These depictions highlight their fierce rivalry on the high seas during times of conflict between Britain and Spain. Numerous portraits throughout different centuries pay homage to Admiral George Brydges Rodney’s enduring legacy. E Scriven skillfully captures his likeness in an exquisite piece dating back to the nineteenth century. Lastly, we have Rodneys Monument situated proudly within Spanish Town, Jamaica.