Protestants Collection (page 19)

Nikolaus Von Wenge
An episode of the religious wars : Nikolaus von Wenge prevents the Catholics of Solothurn from firing their cannon on protestants

Bobadilla at Muhlberg
At the battle of Muhlberg, the Jesuit Bobadilla urges on the Catholic armies of Carl V, who utterly defeat the Protestants

Prophets of the Cevennes
THE PROPHETS OF THE CEVENNES Persecuted after Louis XIV revokes the Edict of Nantes, the French protestants in the Cevennes manifest remarkable prophesying, convulsions etc

Calvinists Rising
The Calvinist protestants of Antwerp make an unsuccessful attempt to seize control of the city from their Spanish (Catholic) governors

French Protestants Meet
French protestants, forbidden to worship by Louis XIVs revocation of the Edict of Nantes, assemble in secret in the desert of the Cevennes

Henri III Assassinated
Henri III, at odds not only with the Protestants but also with the Catholic League, is assassinated by a fanatical monk, Jacques Clement, at the instigation of the League

LOUVOIS
FRANCOIS MICHEL LE TELLIER marquis de LOUVOIS - autocratic French statesman who engineered the revocation of the Edit de Nantes and persecuted protestants

Dutch Protestants
Instead of going up to the altar, Dutch protestants take their communion like a meal, sitting at tables

CARL Vs INTERIM
Carl V presents his Interim proposals in an attempt to reconcile Catholics and Protestants. A brave try, but the two are still at odds five centuries later

Augsburg Confession
Philip Melancthon, on behalf of the protestants, presents the Augsburg Confession to emperor Karl V : it summarises the beliefs of the protestant faith

Camille De Neufville
CAMILLE DE NEUFVILLE archbishop of Lyon who believed in being friendly with protestants !

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Protestants: A Journey of Faith, Struggle, and Resilience From the Siege of La Rochelle to the Siege of Londonderry, they have long been at the forefront of historical events that shaped our world. Their story is one filled with determination, sacrifice, and a quest for religious freedom. The engraving depicting the Siege of La Rochelle serves as a powerful reminder of the Protestant resistance against Catholic oppression during the 17th century. This event marked a turning point in history as it showcased their unwavering faith and willingness to defend their beliefs. Similarly, the Pilgrim Fathers Depart painting captures another significant moment in Protestant history - their voyage to America in search of religious liberty. These brave souls left behind everything they knew to establish colonies where they could freely practice their faith without persecution. Throughout centuries, notable figures like Sawtre, Lollard, and Burns emerged as champions for Protestantism. They fearlessly challenged established norms and fought against corruption within religious institutions. Their courage paved the way for future reformers who would follow in their footsteps. One cannot discuss Protestantism without mentioning Martin Luther - an iconic figure whose portrait from Memoirs of the Court Queen showcases his influential role in sparking the Reformation movement. Luther's bold actions ignited a fire that spread across Europe and forever changed Christianity. The Defenestration of Prague stands out as an extraordinary event that symbolizes both political unrest and religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants during this era. It was an act that demonstrated how far people were willing to go to protect their beliefs. In more recent times, we witness Dragoons and Highlanders scattering rioters in Belfast; this image reminds us that even today conflicts rooted in religion persist but also highlights how law enforcement plays its part by maintaining peace amidst chaos. However, not all stories end happily; Jan Hus's martyrdom serves as a tragic reminder of those who paid the ultimate price for their Protestant faith.