Stalemate Collection

The Battle of Pacocha; Action between HMS Shah and Ameth
Engraving showing the battle between HMS Shah and Amethyst and the Peruvian Ironclad turret ship Huascar on the 29th May 1877

Allegory on the Futility of Peace Talks with Spain, 1608. Creator: Unknown
Allegory on the Futility of Peace Talks with Spain, 1608

Vice-Admiral Parkers Action with the Dutch Fleet on the Doggerbank
OJ379805 Vice-Admiral Parkers Action with the Dutch Fleet on the Doggerbank, 1781 (oil on panel) by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Tiff, 1881. Artist: Joseph Swain
A Tiff, 1881. John Bull, the representative of the British people, is at odds with Madame France in this cartoon. This illustrates a dispute between the governments of the two countries after Frances

The Fighting Line in Flanders, 1915
Areas of possession between the German and Allied armies on the Western front by the autumn of 1915. Despite the advances made by the Germans at Ypres

Cartoon, The Change in Ireland, WW1
First World War cartoon, The Change in Ireland. Before the outbreak of war, John Bull was caught uncomfortably between the Ulstermen and the Nationalists

A German 15cm Siege gun
A photograph showing a German gun captured by French soldiers during the Battle of the Somme. Intended to be a decisive breakthrough

An English jack-tar giving monsieur a drubbing, London : Robert Sayer, en sanguine engraving 1779, The Victory is associated with the French and British naval battle off Ushant in July 1778

A. D. Nineteen Fifty
Cartoon by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather, originally published in The Bystander magazine on 29 September 1915 and subsequently issued as part of his Fragments from France, and, as here

An English Jack-tar Giving Monsieur A Drubbing, London : Robert Sayer, En Sanguine Engraving 1779, The Victory Is Associated With The French And British Naval Battle Off Ushant In July 1778

Prince of Wales at the Vimy Ridge memorial 1936
Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII, Duke of Windsor at the opening of the Vimy Ridge memorial in France in July 1936

The Little Contemptibles
Fighting in the open country in the early months of World War One, before trench warfare turned the Western front into a stalemate

Infantry entrenched
German infantry firing from a trench during training exercises. The trenches would become the characteristic feature of World War I stalemate warfare

Ramesses Ii / Kadesh Bttle
Ramses II at the battle of Kadesh against the Hittites under Muwatallis; though the result was a stalemate, Ramesses himself fought bravely

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"Stalemate: A Historical Perspective on Deadlocks and Standoffs" The Battle of Pacocha: Witnessing the clash between HMS Shah and Ameth, a stalemate ensues as both sides display remarkable resilience. Vice-Admiral Parker's Action with the Dutch Fleet on the Doggerbank: Amidst intense naval warfare, an impasse is reached, resulting in a prolonged stalemate that tests the strategic prowess of both commanders. A Tiff, 1881 by Joseph Swain: Depicting a diplomatic deadlock, this artwork captures the frustration and tension during negotiations where neither side seems willing to budge. The Fighting Line in Flanders, 1915: As soldiers dig trenches and entrench themselves for protection, a deadly stalemate emerges along the Western Front – each side locked in a brutal struggle for control. Cartoon - The Change in Ireland during WW1: Portraying political gridlock amidst war-torn Ireland, this satirical illustration highlights how conflicting interests perpetuated a state of stagnation. A German 15cm Siege Gun: Symbolizing technological advancements during World War I, this powerful artillery piece contributed to prolonging battles by creating formidable defensive positions leading to stalemates. An English Jack-tar Giving Monsieur A Drubbing by Robert Sayer: Reflecting historical tensions between England and France, this depiction showcases an unresolved conflict where neither party gains an upper hand – resulting in an ongoing standstill. A. D Nineteen Fifty - Stuck in Time's Grasp: Exploring futuristic scenarios through fiction or speculation can reveal potential future deadlocks that may arise due to complex global dynamics or conflicts yet unresolved from our present era. Prince of Wales at Vimy Ridge Memorial 1936: Paying homage to fallen soldiers caught in trench warfare during World War I; their sacrifice reminds us of the devastating consequences that can arise from prolonged stalemates.