Hostages Collection

Philip of Macedon at Thebes (litho)
8660744 Philip of Macedon at Thebes (litho) by Bacon, Henry James Lynch (HL) (1875-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philip of Macedon at Thebes)

Two sons of Tipoo Sultan (1749-99) Sultan of Mysore, given as hostages to English under General Charles Cornwallis
536864 Two sons of Tipoo Sultan (1749-99) Sultan of Mysore, given as hostages to English under General Charles Cornwallis; (add.info.: Two sons of Tipoo Sultan (1749-99) Sultan of Mysore

Ivan Shishman III delivers up his Sister to Sultan Murad I, 1366 (litho)
8661426 Ivan Shishman III delivers up his Sister to Sultan Murad I, 1366 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

'Dix otages Francais rendus far l'Allemagne. 1916. Creator: Unknown
Dix otages Francais rendus far l'Allemagne, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII. La Guerre Janvier, Fevrier, Mars, Avril, Mai, Juin 1916"

Annie Vernay and Jean Paqui in Les Otages
Actors Annie Vernay (1921-1941) and Jean Paqui (1921-2006) in a still from the French film Les Otages ('The Hostages')

The Departure of the Sons of Tippoo from the Zenana, 1793 (etching)
3744552 The Departure of the Sons of Tippoo from the Zenana, 1793 (etching) by Brown, Mather (1761-1831) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sons of Tipu Sultan (1749-99) Sultan of Mysore

Sketches in Paris after the Fighting (engraving)
1052609 Sketches in Paris after the Fighting (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Paris after the Fighting)

The Survivors of the Crew of the "Nisero, "lately released from Captivity by the Rajah of Tenom
1045780 The Survivors of the Crew of the " Nisero, " lately released from Captivity by the Rajah of Tenom, Acheen (engraving) by English School

The Surrender of Two Sons of Tippoo Sultaun, engraved by A. H. Payne (litho)
475402 The Surrender of Two Sons of Tippoo Sultaun, engraved by A.H. Payne (litho) by Singleton, Henry (1766-1839) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Reception of the hostages from Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, by Lord Cornwallis, March 1792. Tipus two sons, aged about ten and eight

Skirmish in a mountain pass, Lushai Expedition (1871-1872), India (a successful expedition to rescue British subjects who had been captured by the Lushais or Mizo people in north-east India)

Return of European captives after the storming of Magdala, Abyssinian War (a rescue mission for the recovery of hostages). Date: 1868

The Arab Women of Arguin reviling the Captive Seamen of the Margaret (engraving)
1593974 The Arab Women of Arguin reviling the Captive Seamen of the Margaret (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord Cornwallis receiving sons of Tipu Sultan as hostages
Lord Cornwallis receiving the sons of Tipu Sultan as hostages. 1792

Tippoo Sabibs sons delivered as hostages to the English (litho)
3744553 Tippoo Sabibs sons delivered as hostages to the English (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sultan Fateh Ali Tipu (1750-1799)

The Sons of Sultan Tippu are received by Lord Cornwallis as Hostages (litho)
960516 The Sons of Sultan Tippu are received by Lord Cornwallis as Hostages (litho) by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Miss Stone in the captivity of Macedonian bandits (colour litho)
2807697 Miss Stone in the captivity of Macedonian bandits (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Stone in the captivity of Macedonian bandits)

Lord Cornwallis receiving the sons of Tippoo Sultan as hostages (engraving)
665000 Lord Cornwallis receiving the sons of Tippoo Sultan as hostages (engraving) by Brown, Mather (1761-1831) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The reception of the hostages (engraving)
2793254 The reception of the hostages (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The reception of the hostages)

Charles Neufeld writing under Difficulties in Prison (b / w photo)
1592714 Charles Neufeld writing under Difficulties in Prison (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Neufeld writing under Difficulties in Prison)

Maka-Amady, Nafe-Bakary, and Koly, Hostages from Senegal to the French Government (engraving)
2771793 Maka-Amady, Nafe-Bakary, and Koly, Hostages from Senegal to the French Government (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maka-Amady, Nafe-Bakary)

The Captives (engraving)
1589506 The Captives (engraving) by Cermak, Jaroslav (1831-78); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Captives. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 October 1874)

Hostages from subjugated Moroccan tribes marching past General Drude at Casablanca (colour litho)
3620906 Hostages from subjugated Moroccan tribes marching past General Drude at Casablanca (colour litho) by Carrey, (fl.1900) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plate 2: The Romans Taking Old Dutch Men as Hostages and Seducing Young Ones, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

The Merchants Of Calicut, India, Held As Hostages By Vasco Da Gama During His Voyage In 1498. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama

Henry Singleton Lord Charles Cornwallis 1738-1805
After Henry Singleton, Lord Charles Cornwallis (1738-1805) receiving Tipu Sahibs Sons Abdul Khaliq Sultan (1782-1806) and Mu izz-ud-din Sultan (1783-1818)

Gerard Sanders flight Cloelia Tiber painting footage
Gerard Sanders, The flight of Cloelia over the Tiber, painting footage wood oil, Cloelia on horseback plus two other hostages On the right in the foreground the statue of the she-wolf with Romulus

Edward Ted Heath ex Prime Minister after bringing British hostages back from Bagdad Iraq with Virgin boss Richard Branson

Two sons of Tipoo Sultan (1749-99) Sultan of Mysore, given as hostages to English under General Charles Cornwallis after first siege of Seringapatam, 1792. Engraving

Return of hostages at end of first Afghan War
The return of military and civilian British hostages towards the end of the first Afghan War. They had been held by Akbar Khan. Date: 1842

Plate 2 Romans Taking Old Dutch Men Hostages
Artokoloro

The Two Sons of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, Being Handed over as Hostages to General Cornwallis, Robert Smirke, 1752-1845, British

Paris Commune. The Martyr Hostages. The Archbishop
" Paris Commune. " The Martyr Hostages". The Archbishop of Paris, together with other clergymen, is shooted in the prison of Roquette by order of the Revolutionary Goverment (May 24)

Burghers of Calais
Edward III, besieging Calais, receives a deputatioon of six burghers headed by Eustache de Saint-Pierre, offering themselves as hostages : his wife pleads for them, too

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"Hostages: A Glimpse into History's Captive Moments" Annie Vernay and Jean Paqui in Les Otages: An intense portrayal of the emotional turmoil faced by hostages, reminding us of their plight throughout history. Richard the Lionheart's Execution of Muslim Hostages during the Third Crusade: Unveiling a dark chapter where religion clashed with humanity, leaving innocent lives at stake. The Paris Commune and Presidents of the French Third Republic (1871-1913): Amidst political turbulence, hostage situations unfolded, revealing the fragility of power and its impact on ordinary lives. Saint Peter Nolasque's Heroic Journey to Free Christian Captives from Moorish Pirates: A captivating painting highlighting bravery against all odds as one man embarks on a mission to rescue those held hostage for slavery in Africa. Georges Darboy's Tragic Fate - March 24th, 1871: Through an engraving capturing his execution, we are confronted with the harsh reality that hostages often pay the ultimate price for political conflicts. Harpers Ferry Insurrection - The Storming Party Breaks Down Gates Holding Captives Hostage: Witnessing this pivotal moment through an engraving transports us back to a time when captives' fates hung in balance amidst rebellion and unrest. The Massacre in Paris - A Grim Reminder of Human Cruelty: This haunting engraving serves as a stark reminder that they have long been victims caught between conflicting forces seeking control or revenge. Marshal de Sancerre Brings Hostages to Foot of Walls - Symbolizing Desperation & Negotiation Tactics: In this vivid lithograph, we glimpse how captors strategically used hostages as bargaining chips during times of war and siege. Recreation of Rue Haxo Massacre - Reflecting on Devastating Losses During Paris' Turbulent Times.