Williamite War In Ireland Collection

The Battle of Newtownbutler
6266273 The Battle of Newtownbutler; (add.info.: The Battle of Newtownbutler, near Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Ireland, July 31, 1689, during the Williamite War)

Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Frederick Armand de Schomberg (1615-1690) born in Heidelberg, orphaned within a few months of birth, educated by family friends including Frederick V

Sir G. Rooke, (1650-1709), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir G. Rooke, (1650-1709), 1830. Sir George Rooke (1650-1709) English naval officer who served in the Battle of Solebay and the Battle of Schooneveld during the Third Anglo-Dutch War

Sir C. Shovel, (c1650-1707), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir C. Shovel, (c1650-1707), 1830. Sir Cloudesley Shovell (c1650-1707) English naval officer who served at; the Battle of Solebay, the Battle of Texel during the Third Anglo-Dutch War

P. Rapin, (1661-1725), 1830. Creator: Unknown
P. Rapin, (1661-1725), 1830. Paul de Rapin (1661-1725) French historian writing under English patronage, educated as a Protestant

Sir J Leake, (1656-1720), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir J Leake, (1656-1720), 1830. Admiral of the Fleet Sir John Leake (1656-1720) Royal Navy officer and politician. Served in the Battle of Texel during the Anglo-Dutch wars

Anthony Count Hamilton, c1680, (c1880). Creator: Unknown
Anthony Count Hamilton, c1680, (c1880). Antoine Hamilton (1646-1720) soldier and writer who fought in the Franco-Dutch War (1672-1678) and was in the Irish Army in the Williamite War (1688-1690)

George Hamilton, Earl of Orkney, 1787. Creator: Unknown
George Hamilton, Earl of Orkney, 1787. George Hamilton, 1st Earl of Orkney (1666-1737). British soldier, Scottish nobleman and first British Army officer promoted to the rank of field marshal

King James at the Battle of the Boyne, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
King James at the Battle of the Boyne, 1882. Private Collection

William III of England at the Battle of the Boyne. Private Collection

Irish Troops Leaving Limerick, 1692, (c1880). The Flight of the Wild Geese was the departure of an Irish Jacobite army under the command of Patrick Sarsfield (1660-1693) from Ireland to France

Battle of the Boyne, which took place in 1690 near Drogheda, Ireland. The battle was fought between the armies of the deposed King James II of England and Prince William of Orange

The siege of Londonderry, Ireland, by the army of King James II, April to July 1689. After a late 17th century etching

Battle of the Boyne, which took place in 1690 near Drogheda, Ireland. The battle was fought between the armies of the deposed King James II of England and Prince William of Orange

The lucky escape of William III on June 30, 1690, the day before the Battle of the Boyne. The King was wounded in the shoulder by a splinter from artillery fire while surveying fords on the river

The Battle of the Boyne, 1690

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"The Williamite War in Ireland: A Clash of Kings and Princes" In the late 17th century, a tumultuous conflict known as the Williamite War engulfed the land of Ireland. This caption takes us on a journey through key figures and events that shaped this historic struggle. Schomberg, Sir G. Rooke, Sir C. Shovel, P. Rapin, Sir J Leake - these names resonate with bravery and leadership during this era. Though their creators remain unknown to us today, their depictions capture the essence of these influential individuals who played crucial roles in shaping the outcome of the war. Anthony Count Hamilton's portrait from around 1680 offers a glimpse into one man's perspective during this turbulent time. His presence reminds us that behind every battle lies personal experiences and stories waiting to be told. George Hamilton, Earl of Orkney's image from 1787 serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as an important figure in Irish history. His contributions undoubtedly left an indelible mark on future generations. The Battle of the Boyne holds immense significance within this narrative - King James II faces off against Prince William III near Drogheda in 1690. The anonymous artist captures both monarchs' determination and resolve amidst the chaos of war. Another poignant moment depicted is "Irish Troops Leaving Limerick" in 1692; it encapsulates not only military movements but also reflects upon the human toll exacted by such conflicts. Lastly, we witness "The Siege of Londonderry" which took place between April and July 1689 under King James II's army – an etching from that period transports us back to those harrowing days when survival hung precariously for its inhabitants. These images offer glimpses into a complex tapestry woven by political ambitions, religious tensions, and personal loyalties during one of Ireland's most significant chapters – The Williamite War.