Losing Collection

Joe Louis, 1936
Photographic portrait of Joe Louis (1914-1981), the American heavyweight boxer, pictured in 1936. Louis was one of the finest ever boxers

Battle of Tours - 2
The Saracens are repulsed at Tours by Charles Martel, losing their commander Abderrahman ibn Abdillah : it is regarded as one of the decisive battles of history

Country Home At Horsham
A photograph of a charming old country home in Horsham, West Sussex, restored in the early 1900s to equip the property with an electric lighting plant, without losing it's old world appeal

Woman in white wool dress with pink trim losing her hat
Woman in white wool dress with pink trim, belt of crocheted roses, losing her hat in the wind. Robe de drap blanc borde d un ourlet couleur de rose, ceinture des roses en crochet

Two ladies lose their hats on a windy day. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by
1000876 Two ladies lose their hats on a windy day. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy
530370 Unification of Italy: Garibaldi asking Victor Emmanuel II if he will carry on the 'game' for Italy, 1860 (engraving); (add.info)

Sahyoenosuke Minamoto no Yoritomo Attacking an Enemy on Horseback, 1886. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Sahyoenosuke Minamoto no Yoritomo Attacking an Enemy on Horseback, 1886. From Yoshitoshi's Warriors Trembling with Courage

'The Gambling Rooms at Monte Carlo --"Rein Ne Va Plus", 1890. Creator: Jean Beraud
'The Gambling Rooms at Monte Carlo --"Rein Ne Va Plus", 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

A Visit to Monte Carlo, Despair, 1886. Creator: Paul Charles Renouard
A Visit to Monte Carlo, Despair, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The Card Party, c.1670. Creator: David Teniers II
The Card Party, c.1670

Comic postcard, Woman on the phone - reducing diet Date: 20th century

Northrop YA-9A 71-1368 (msn 2), second prototype of the losing contender in the A-X competition, which was won by the Fairchild A-10. Date: circa 1985

Northrop YA-9A 71-1367 (msn 01), first prototype of the losing contender in the A-X competition, which was won by the Fairchild A-10. Seen at the Castle Air Museum, Atwater, CA. Date: circa 1982

ROBERT II DE NORMANDIE
Robert duc de Normandie, eldest son of William I, should be working at grabbing English throne on William II's death : instead he dallies with lady Sibylla, losing all for love. Date: 1100

EURYDICE SINKS
Royal Navy training frigate, returning from Bermuda, sinks in a storm off the Isle of Wight, losing some 300 lives : later she will be recovered, but the dead stay dead. Date: 24 March 1878

Bowman Findhaven Myth Scotland Enraged Losing
bowman, findhaven, myth, scotland, enraged, losing, twice, sir, john, ogilvy, archery, contest, lord, lindsay, about, strike, down, lets, shriek, falls, dead, history, historical, 10110950

Rokossovsky Kursk Events World War Two Eastern
rokossovsky, kursk, events, world, war, two, eastern, front, 13, july, 1943, marshal, decisive, battle, germans, deployed, 3000, tanks, 2900, destroyed, advance, checked, losing, 70, 000, dead

EGYPTIAN CAMPAIGN Napoleon defeats the Beys at the BATTLE OF THE PYRAMIDS, losing only 40 dead Date: 21 July 1798

EVENTS/WAR/REVOLUTIONARY
EGYPTIAN CAMPAIGN Napoleon defeats the Beys at the BATTLE OF THE PYRAMIDS, losing only 40 dead Date: 21 July 1798

The Victor (w/c & lead white heightening on paper)
5913364 The Victor (w/c & lead white heightening on paper) by Shields, Frederic James (1833-1911); 164.2x87.7 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Chris Robshaw & Team After Losing To Wales
Chris Robshaw and Team After Losing To Wales England V Wales England V Wales Rbs Six-Nations Rugby Union Twickenham, Middlesex

The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess, 1493 / 4 (woodcut)
986344 The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess, 1493/4 (woodcut) by Italian School, (15th century); 19.7x12.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The King and his Courtiers Playing Chess)

Losing Captain Nick Faldo 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla, 37th Ryder Cup, Valhalla Golf Club Louisville, Kentucky, USA 21 September 2008 Date: 21 September 2008

Red Squirrel and great tit pulling a rope Date: 15-03-2021

Red Squirrel and a man are pulling a rope Date: 14-03-2021

Red Squirrels are pulling a rope Date: 14-03-2021

Red Squirrel are pulling a rope Date: 14-03-2021

Ushiwakamaru (Minamoto no Yoshitsune) defeats Benkei in a game of sugoroku, c. 1825

Eights Racing at Putney, (oil on canvas)
651245 Eights Racing at Putney, (oil on canvas) by Gueldry, Ferdinand Joseph (1858-1945); 38x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Eights Racing at Putney. Ferdinand Joseph Gueldry (1858-1945)

Wrestler; Ringer, 1923 (oil on canvas)
656149 Wrestler; Ringer, 1923 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 70x90 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Wrestler; Ringer. Ernst Ludwig Kirchner (1880-1938). Oil on canvas

Blind (engraving)
3626125 Blind (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blind. Illustration for Chatterbox (1869). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Dream of the Winner (engraving)
5998282 Dream of the Winner (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dream of the Winner. Illustration for Fun magazine, 7 June 1862.); © Look and Learn

The Cape Mounted Rifles on Police Duty (engraving)
1055304 The Cape Mounted Rifles on Police Duty (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cape Mounted Rifles on Police Duty)

Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving)
1046889 Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surveying on the New Guinea Coast, a Nocturne)

Plucked: or, The Mexican Eagle Before the War! The Mexican Eagle After the War
1078668 Plucked: or, The Mexican Eagle Before the War! The Mexican Eagle After the War!, 1847 (litho) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Cinderella running from the ball at midnight (chromolitho)
979018 Cinderella running from the ball at midnight (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cinderella running from the ball at midnight)

Putto playing (chromolitho)
730505 Putto playing (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Putto playing.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; French, out of copyright

General Sir Arthur Wellesley (later the Duke of Wellington) fording the River Kaitna, Battle of Assaye, western India, 23 September 1803

Comic postcard, Woman worried about her husband Date: 20th century

Its raining bank tickets! (colour litho)
2778523 Its raining bank tickets! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Its raining bank tickets)

Retro Food: Counting Calories, 1957 (screen print)
3036077 Retro Food: Counting Calories, 1957 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Retro 1950s illustration of Learn to Count Your Calories ; screen print)

The Whittington Stone
An early 19th century rendering of the Whittington Stone which stands at the foot of Highgate Hill, London marking the spot where Dick Whittington

Man losing control of his mount while passing a carriage
Man losing control of his mount while passing a horse and carriage on a road. How to Pass a Carriage. Academy for Grown Horsemen

Man standing up while choking at the dinner table
Man standing up, clutching his head while choking at the dinner table while other guests and waiter panic. Symptoms of Choaking

Regency gentleman losing control of his horse
Regency gentleman losing his hat and control of his horse passing a gig on the wrong side (passengers side). How to Pass a Carriage

Huntsman losing control of his horse during a foxhunt, 19th century. Sponge in hunting pinks on a chestnut horse knocking Lord Scarperdale from his mount. Mr. Sponge completely scatters his lordship

Ms 324 f. 62 v. Arachne challenges Pallas and becomes a spider
HLK151279 Ms 324 f.62 v. Arachne challenges Pallas and becomes a spider, from Metamorphoses 6 by Ovid, 1479 (vellum) by Netherlandish School

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"Losing: A Historical Journey of Triumphs and Setbacks" In the world of sports, Joe Louis's defeat in 1936 left a lasting impact on his career, but he rose above it to become one of boxing's greatest champions. The Battle of Tours - an intense clash between Charles Martel and the Umayyad Caliphate in 732 - saw both sides fight fiercely, with victory ultimately favoring Charles Martel. The Gloster GA. 5 Javelin 2nd prototype WD808 faced setbacks during its development phase but eventually emerged as a remarkable aircraft that pushed boundaries. Nestled amidst picturesque landscapes, the Country Home at Horsham witnessed moments of loss and heartbreak along with cherished memories for its inhabitants. Northrop YA-9A prototypes 71-1368 and 71-1367 encountered challenges during testing stages; however, they paved the way for advancements in military aviation technology. Robert II de Normandie experienced defeats throughout his reign but remained resilient in his pursuit to establish stability and prosperity within his realm. Tragedy struck when Eurydice sank off the coast, reminding us that even amidst beauty lies vulnerability and unforeseen losses can occur without warning. Legends speak of Bowman Findhaven from mythic Scotland who faced enraged opponents only to emerge stronger despite losing battles along the way. Rokossovsky's leadership during World War Two Eastern Front events showcased resilience against adversity as he strategized through setbacks towards ultimate victory. In Napoleon's Egyptian campaign, defeating Beys at the Battle of the Pyramids was a significant triumph where losses were minimal compared to their overall success on July 21st, 1798. Events surrounding wars or revolutions often involve periods marked by victories and defeats alike – each contributing to shaping history's course.