Protestants Collection (page 9)

The Scourging of George Penn by the Familiars of the Inquisition (engraving)
2780883 The Scourging of George Penn by the Familiars of the Inquisition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"The cellars of his palace were turned into dungeons, and crowded with prisoners"(engraving)
2780873 " The cellars of his palace were turned into dungeons, and crowded with prisoners" (engraving) by English School

"His man strove to go in after his master"(engraving)
2780862 " His man strove to go in after his master" (engraving) by Houghton, Arthur Boyd (1836-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

"When he came to the stake, he prayed, kneeling upon his knees"(engraving)
2780857 " When he came to the stake, he prayed, kneeling upon his knees" (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: " When he came to the stake)

"Lord God, have mercy on this realm of England"(engraving)
2780839 " Lord God, have mercy on this realm of England" (engraving) by Thomas, George Housman (1824-68) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Lord God)

"When I come to the fire, it shall be first burned"(engraving)
2780826 " When I come to the fire, it shall be first burned" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " When I come to the fire)

"The archbishop, standing with his staff in his hand"(engraving)
2780816 " The archbishop, standing with his staff in his hand" (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The archbishop)

"Wolsey answered, Such as you bear us little favour "(engraving)
2780802 " Wolsey answered, Such as you bear us little favour " (engraving) by Huttula, Richard (fl.1880); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Wolsey answered)

Martin Luther at the Diet Of Worms (chromolitho)
3630656 Martin Luther at the Diet Of Worms (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther at the Diet Of Worms)

Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton (b / w photo)
3093981 Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton)

Charles V flies before the Protestants (engraving)
966162 Charles V flies before the Protestants (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles V flies before the Protestants)

Scene from Giacomo Meyerbeers opera Les Huguenots (chromolitho)
1093651 Scene from Giacomo Meyerbeers opera Les Huguenots (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Giacomo Meyerbeers opera Les Huguenots)

The Huguenots in England (engraving)
1041187 The Huguenots in England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Huguenots in England)

PROTESTANTS HANG CAT
A cat is hanged by protestants in Cheapside, London, to symbolise the Roman Catholic church Date: 8 April 1554

PROTESTANTS ROASTED
Henri II orders Calvinist protestants to be hanged and burned, lowering them on ropes into the fire, pulling them up again, and so on, until they are well and truly roasted Date: 1558

Martyrdom of a Protestant in the days of Queen Mary (engraving)
959770 Martyrdom of a Protestant in the days of Queen Mary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martyrdom of a Protestant in the days of Queen Mary)

"A poor shoemaker said, Oh, my good master, God strengthen and comfort you "(engraving)
2780840 " A poor shoemaker said, Oh, my good master, God strengthen and comfort you " (engraving) by Houghton, Arthur Boyd (1836-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

"I heard a pen writing in the chimney behind the cloth"(engraving)
2780831 " I heard a pen writing in the chimney behind the cloth" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"He ordered these Christians to be put on board a vessel filled with combustible materials
2780784 " He ordered these Christians to be put on board a vessel filled with combustible materials, and set on fire" (engraving) by English School

The Martyrdom of John Williams (engraving)
2780885 The Martyrdom of John Williams (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martyrdom of John Williams)

An Assembly in the Desert (engraving)
2780871 An Assembly in the Desert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Assembly in the Desert)

"His hand was held up against the stake, and struck off"(engraving)
2780846 " His hand was held up against the stake, and struck off" (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bishop Ridley (engraving)
2780836 Bishop Ridley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop Ridley. Illustration for The Book of Martyrs by John Foxe edited by William Bramley-Moore)

"He merrily said that Smithfield had long groaned for him"(engraving)
2780833 " He merrily said that Smithfield had long groaned for him" (engraving) by Lawson, Francis Wilfred (1842-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

"Bonner would have struck him with his crosier-staff, but his chaplain stopped him"(engraving)
2780813 " Bonner would have struck him with his crosier-staff, but his chaplain stopped him" (engraving) by Small

"As he entered the abbey church door, there was a poor man to whom he flung his purse"(engraving)
2780803 " As he entered the abbey church door, there was a poor man to whom he flung his purse" (engraving) by Lawson

"He requested that he might shed some of the blood of these poor people with his own hands"(engraving)
2780798 " He requested that he might shed some of the blood of these poor people with his own hands" (engraving) by English School

Fanatical Preachers (engraving)
3629884 Fanatical Preachers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fanatical Preachers)

Arrival of French Huguenot immigrants in Brandenburg after the Great Elector Frederick William issued the Edict of
3647527 Arrival of French Huguenot immigrants in Brandenburg after the Great Elector Frederick William issued the Edict of Potsdam in 1685 (engraving) by German School

Title-page illustration for Foxes Book of Martyrs (chromolitho)
3630654 Title-page illustration for Foxes Book of Martyrs (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Title-page illustration for Foxes Book of Martyrs (Adam)

Huguenot Wedding (colour litho)
668546 Huguenot Wedding (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Huguenot Wedding. Printed by Alf Cooke, Leeds.); © Look and Learn

Latimer preaching before Edward VI, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373616 Latimer preaching before Edward VI, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Board

General Rosens threat is read in Londonderry, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373530 General Rosens threat is read in Londonderry, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Gillett

Martin Luther preaching, c. 1517 (engraving)
STC347533 Martin Luther preaching, c.1517 (engraving) by German School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther (1483-1546), German Monk

Death of Gustavus Adolphus, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub
621370 Death of Gustavus Adolphus, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub. 1878 (engraving) by English School

Action between the Spanish Fleet and the Ships of the Sea Beggars
621357 Action between the Spanish Fleet and the Ships of the Sea Beggars, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Calvin preaching his farewell sermon in expectation of banishment
621424 Calvin preaching his farewell sermon in expectation of banishment, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Calvin and Servetus before the Council of Geneva, illustration from
621423 Calvin and Servetus before the Council of Geneva, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Lefevre lecturing at the Sorbonne, illustration from
621403 Lefevre lecturing at the Sorbonne, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Under the Linden-trees, illustration from The History of Protestantism
621368 Under the Linden-trees, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub. 1878 (engraving) by English School

Letter giving Rousseaus reasons for not writing further in support of French
KDC441043 Letter giving Rousseaus reasons for not writing further in support of French Protestants, written at Motiers, 15 July, 1764 (pen & ink on paper) by Rousseau

Philip the Magnanimous welcoming the reformers to a religious debate in 1529, 1903 (oil on canvas)
BFM375427 Philip the Magnanimous welcoming the reformers to a religious debate in 1529, 1903 (oil on canvas) by Janssen, Peter Johann Theodor (1844-1908); Marburger Alten Aula, Marburg

Mr Latimer preaching before King Edward VI at Westminster
STC469270 Mr Latimer preaching before King Edward VI at Westminster, illustration from Foxes Martyrs c.1703 (litho) by English School

Certain Bishops talking with Mr Bradford in prison, and Two Spanish Friers talking with
STC469178 Certain Bishops talking with Mr Bradford in prison, and Two Spanish Friers talking with Mr Bradford, illustration from Acts and Monuments by John Foxe, ninth edition, pub

Irish Soldiers in Service of Gustavus Adolphus, 1631 (engraving)
STC347562 Irish Soldiers in Service of Gustavus Adolphus, 1631 (engraving) by Swedish School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mercenaries for the Swedish King)

Swiss envoys before Cromwell, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373663 Swiss envoys before Cromwell, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Kemp Tebby

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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.