Rhine Collection (page 18)

The airship over the Rhine Falls during the night (chromolitho)
1094088 The airship over the Rhine Falls during the night (chromolitho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The airship over the Rhine Falls during the night)

View of the River Rhine. Creator: Jan van Aken
View of the River Rhine

Morning light
Jan Rauwerdink

Sergeant C Bennet of the 1st Airlanding Brigade (home town Darlington) who swam across the river at 05.30 hours to reach safety this morning

British Soldiers attack Weeze. British troops fighting their way south eastward between the Ms and the Rhine entered the important German centre of Weeze on 2nd March 1945

British Soldiers attack Weeze. British troops fighting their way south eastward between the Ms and the Rhine entered the important German centre of Weeze on 2nd March 1945

WW2 - British soldiers of Second Army Front in Reichwald Forest with Pte Harold Portlock (left) Pte Walter Holloway of Oxford (right) and Pte Norman Vincent of Birmingham. 17th February 1945

US navy men and craft participate in the historic crossing of the River Rhine. Crossing illustrates method of using boats in the construction of a bridge. March 1945

Douglas C47 Dakotas of No. 46 Group fly in formation over Wavre, Belgium, heading for the drop zones east of the River Rhine as part of Operation Varsity

WW2 - March 1945 Allied army trucks crossing the Bailey pontoon bridge over the Rhine at Xanten

General de Gaulle accompanied by officials, officers and troops of the French Army cross the Rhine at Spire Bridge during WW2 1945

Rhine crossing of Us third army barge discharging german prisoners after crossing the rhine to the west bank Group of soldies standing on the banks of the river

Section of army treadway bridge is pushed into place by landing craft personnel on the River Rhine

Falls of Schaffhausen, c. 1784. Creator: Charles-Melchior Descourtis
Falls of Schaffhausen, c. 1784

Oberwesel, 1840. Creator: JMW Turner
Oberwesel, 1840

After a series of victories Allies drive Napoleon from Germany and in their turn cross the Rhine to invade France in a flotilla of barges Date: December 1813

CROSSING THE RHINE Oudinot and his men swim the river with their horses and immediately have to engage the Austrian forces Date: 1799

View of Dordrecht from the Dordtse Kil, 1644. Creator: Jan van Goyen
View of Dordrecht from the Dordtse Kil, 1644

View of Rhenen, 1646. Creator: Jan van Goyen
View of Rhenen, 1646

Landscape with Herdsmen, mid-1650s. Creator: Aelbert Cuyp
Landscape with Herdsmen, mid-1650s

Landscape showing Coblentz and Harmenstein, copy, 17th century. Creator: Abraham Aubri
Landscape showing Coblentz and Harmenstein, copy, 17th century

Strasbourg, 1629. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Strasbourg, 1629

Strasbourg, 1665. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Strasbourg, 1665

Strasbourg, 1663-65. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Strasbourg, 1663-65

Lillo, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Lillo, 1642-44

Kampen, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Kampen, 1642-44

Strasbourg, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Strasbourg, 1642-44

Rüdesheim, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Rudesheim, 1642-44

Strasbourg: The Toll House, 1625-77. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Strasbourg: The Toll House, 1625-77

Rüsselsheim, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Russelsheim, 1642-44

Bonn, 1642-1644. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Bonn, 1642-1644

Emmerich, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Emmerich, 1642-44

Ruhrort, 1642-44. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Ruhrort, 1642-44

Schenkenschanz, 1642-1644. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Schenkenschanz, 1642-1644

Cologne and Deutz, 1635. Creator: Wenceslaus Hollar
Cologne and Deutz, 1635

Map of the Rheingau, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Map of the Rheingau, 1844. The Rhine in Germany:the small district within Wiesbaden and Bacharach, or rather, properly called the Rheingau, between Walluf and Lorch

The Royal Yacht passing the Drachenfels, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
The Royal Yacht passing the Drachenfels, 1845. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert travel down the River Rhine during a royal visit to Germany

St. Goar, on the Rhine, 1845. Creator: Unknown
St. Goar, on the Rhine, 1845. A small town in the Rhine Gorge in Germany. St. Goar, a post-town...lies in the midst of the glories of the Rhine, in sight of some of its finest scenes; and is

Her Majestys Steamer, "The Fairy", on the Rhine, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Her Majestys Steamer, " The Fairy", on the Rhine, 1845. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert on a royal visit to Germany....her Majesty and suite on board the Fairy steamer

The Seven Mountains and Drachenfels, from Godenberg, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
The Seven Mountains and Drachenfels, from Godenberg, 1845. The village of Godenberg [in Germany] is one of the most charming places of summer residence on the Rhine; and its Castle Keep

The Queen passing Coblentz, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The Queen passing Coblentz, 1845. Queen Victorias ship passing the town of Koblenz during a royal visit to Germany, birthplace of her husband Prince Albert

Panorama of the Rhine, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Panorama of the Rhine, 1845. Panoramic representation of the main beauties of this majestic river, the artistical coup d oeil extending from the ancient city of Cologne to the Stolzenfels

Bayen Thurm, Cologne, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Bayen Thurm, Cologne, 1845. Boats on the River Rhine at Cologne in Germany, with the Bayenturm in the background....the picturesque river scenery of the suburbs

The Palace of Stolzenfels, on the Rhine, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
The Palace of Stolzenfels, on the Rhine, 1845. Stolzenfels [near Koblenz in Germany] is much resorted to, on account of the fine view which it commands

Illumination of the Rhine, from Stolzenfels, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Illumination of the Rhine, from Stolzenfels, 1845. Firework dispay in Germany....the church tower of St. John and the village of Niederlahnstein burst into light

Ehrenbreitstein and Coblentz, 1845. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Ehrenbreitstein and Coblentz, 1845. Boats on the River Rhine in Germany: Ehrenbreitstein (Honours broadstone), the Gibraltar of the Rhine

Plate 33: Dutch and Roman Flotillas on the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm societas), 1611

Plate 6: Romans Defeated Near the Rhine, from The War of the Romans Against the Batavians (Romanorvm et Batavorvm Societas), 1611

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"The Rhine: A Historic River Connecting Nations and Generations" The Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen; Second World War, 1945: A symbol of resilience and determination, the Ludendorff Bridge stood tall amidst the chaos of war, witnessing the heroic crossing by the 27th Armored Infantry Battalion. Its remnants serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made during one of history's darkest chapters. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and their Children: In an idyllic moment frozen in time, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert found solace along the banks of the majestic Rhine. Their love for each other mirrored the river's timeless flow, creating a legacy that would shape generations to come. The Dom Cathedral and the River Rhine: As if reaching towards heaven itself, Cologne's Dom Cathedral stands proudly on its perch overlooking the mighty Rhine. This architectural masterpiece is a testament to human creativity while harmoniously blending with nature's grandeur. Winter Landscape, 1835-1838 by Barend Cornelis Koekkoek: Capturing nature's serene beauty during winter along the Rhine, Koekkoek immortalized this enchanting scene on canvas. The tranquility it portrays reminds us of how even in harsh times, there is still room for serenity. British and Russian Royal Families at Osborne House: Bound not only by blood but also by shared experiences along Europe's iconic waterway -the Rhine- these royal families forged lasting connections amidst picturesque landscapes. Their encounters fostered friendships that transcended borders. Commandos Crossing the Rhine at Wesel; Second World War, 1945: With unwavering courage coursing through their veins, commandos braved treacherous waters to secure victory during WWII. Their daring feat showcases humanity’s indomitable spirit in overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge.