Hms Eurydice Collection

Raising HMS Eurydice in the Channel, off the Isle of Wight (engraving)
1621823 Raising HMS Eurydice in the Channel, off the Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raising HMS Eurydice in the Channel)

Divers at Work on HMS Eurydice (engraving)
1589977 Divers at Work on HMS Eurydice (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Divers at Work on HMS Eurydice)

HMS Eurydice as she lay in Portsmouth Harbour before her Last Voyage (engraving)
1589972 HMS Eurydice as she lay in Portsmouth Harbour before her Last Voyage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

HMS Eurydice as she lay at Eight am on 25 March off Dunnose Point, Isle of Wight (engraving)
1589971 HMS Eurydice as she lay at Eight am on 25 March off Dunnose Point, Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Visit of the Prince of Wales to the Wreck of HMS Eurydice in Sandown Bay (engraving)
1621855 Visit of the Prince of Wales to the Wreck of HMS Eurydice in Sandown Bay (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Attempt to Raise HMS "Eurydice"(engraving)
1050042 The Attempt to Raise HMS " Eurydice" (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Attempt to Raise HMS " Eurydice")

The Raising of the HMS "Eurydice"(engraving)
1059800 The Raising of the HMS " Eurydice" (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Raising of the HMS " Eurydice")

HMS Eurydice as Last seen by Benjamin Cuddiford, One of the Two Survivors (engraving)
1590135 HMS Eurydice as Last seen by Benjamin Cuddiford, One of the Two Survivors (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Unveiling the Monument to the Officers and Crew of HMS "Eurydice"in Shanklin Cemetery
1060115 Unveiling the Monument to the Officers and Crew of HMS " Eurydice" in Shanklin Cemetery, Isle of Wight (engraving) by Nash

The Loss of HMS "Eurydice"(engraving)
1050010 The Loss of HMS " Eurydice" (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Loss of HMS " Eurydice")

Loss of HMS Eurydice, 24 March, struck by the Squall (engraving)
1590136 Loss of HMS Eurydice, 24 March, struck by the Squall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loss of HMS Eurydice, 24 March, struck by the Squall)

Towing the Wreck of HMS "Eurydice"into Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
1059861 Towing the Wreck of HMS " Eurydice" into Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Boats of HMS "President"and "Eurydice"attacking an Arab Stockade, in the Angosha River
1607189 Boats of HMS " President" and " Eurydice" attacking an Arab Stockade, in the Angosha River, Mozambique (engraving) by English School

H. M. Frigate Eurydice, 1936. Creator: Unknown
H.M.Frigate " Eurydice", 1936. Cigarette Card No.22 of a series of 25 Old Naval Prints Issued by John Player & Sons

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The tragic tale of HMS Eurydice, a ship forever etched in history. From her majestic presence in Portsmouth Harbour to the fateful day she met her demise off Dunnose Point, Isle of Wight, these engravings capture the haunting moments surrounding this ill-fated vessel. In one engraving, we witness divers diligently working on raising the sunken wreckage from the depths of the Channel. Their efforts symbolize a desperate attempt to uncover answers and bring closure to those left behind. Another engraving depicts the somber scene as HMS Eurydice lay at rest in Sandown Bay, awaiting her final voyage. The visit of Prince Wales serves as a poignant reminder of the lives lost and the impact felt by all who encountered this tragedy. Amidst these images lies hope - hope that through perseverance and determination, we can salvage what remains. The attempts to raise it can captured with precision; each stroke representing both bravery and resilience. Yet amidst our efforts, we cannot forget those who perished aboard this ill-fated vessel. Benjamin Cuddiford's account reveals his last glimpse before disaster struck – an image forever imprinted on his memory. Years later, a monument stands tall in Shanklin Cemetery – a solemn tribute to honor those officers and crew members who lost their lives onboard HMS Eurydice, and is here that their sacrifice will never be forgotten. As we reflect upon these engravings depicting loss and devastation, let us remember that even amidst tragedy there is unity – unity amongst divers striving for answers, unity amongst survivors seeking solace together. HMS Eurydice may have been lost at sea but its legacy endures through these powerful engravings – reminding us all of both human fragility and unwavering strength in times of adversity.