Captivity Collection (#6)

Construction train on Trans - Caspian Railway
2603880 Construction train on Trans - Caspian Railway; (add.info.: Construction train on the Trans - Caspian Railway (Central Asian Railway)

Francois I taken prisoner at the Battle of Pavia (1525) handed over his scent to Lannoy, 1875 (engraving)
PCT4277313 Francois I taken prisoner at the Battle of Pavia (1525) handed over his scent to Lannoy, 1875 (engraving); (add.info)

Capture of Santarem, Portugal, 1147 (colour litho)
8672878 Capture of Santarem, Portugal, 1147 (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Santarem from the Moors by King Afonso I of Portugal)

Capture of Ye Mingchen, Chinese Governor of Canton, by the British, 1857 (engraving)
8676343 Capture of Ye Mingchen, Chinese Governor of Canton, by the British, 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Ye Mingchen)

The Capture of Baghdad (litho)
8661315 The Capture of Baghdad (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of Baghdad)

A naval engagement in Gabarius Bay, Cape Breton, North America in 1745 during the capture and Siege of Louisbourg
UIG5419636 A naval engagement in Gabarius Bay, Cape Breton, North America in 1745 during the capture and Siege of Louisbourg, part of the War of the Austrian Succession, aka King George's War

The capture of Moses Shapira
5616182 The capture of Moses Shapira; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting the capture of Moses Shapira (1830-1884) who traded in forged biblical artifacts. Dated 19th Century

How the introduction of the telegraph assisted British police in capturing criminals
5616172 How the introduction of the telegraph assisted British police in capturing criminals; (add.info.: Illustration depicting how the introduction of the telegraph assisted British police in)

Capture of the HMS Guerriere by the USS Constitution, during The War of 1812, 1860
7125161 Capture of the HMS Guerriere by the USS Constitution, during The War of 1812, 1860; (add.info.: Capture of the HMS Guerriere by the USS Constitution, during The War of 1812)

Portrait of the Essex, c.1660 (graphite, grey wash)
7342028 Portrait of the Essex, c.1660 (graphite, grey wash) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 28.4x47.4 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Willem van de Velde)

The capture of La Tribune by HMS Unicorn, 8 June 1796, 1797 (aquatint and coloured etching)
7342292 The capture of La Tribune by HMS Unicorn, 8 June 1796, 1797 (aquatint and coloured etching) by Chesham, Francis (1749-1806); 47x60.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 31 March 1800, 1802 (watercolour)
7341817 The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 31 March 1800, 1802 (watercolour) by Pocock, Nicholas (1741-1821); 26.5x40.6 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Invincible, French 74 Gun ship, captured in 1747, 1747 (engraving)
7341603 The Invincible, French 74 Gun ship, captured in 1747, 1747 (engraving) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 14.4x24 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

His Majesty's ship the Alarm, a fifth rate... conducting a Spanish prize into Gibraltar, 1781 (etching)
7337519 His Majesty's ship the Alarm, a fifth rate... conducting a Spanish prize into Gibraltar, 1781 (etching) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 37x53 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Attempt of the Russian Cossacks to capture Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of Brienne, France, 1814
3062121 Attempt of the Russian Cossacks to capture Napoleon Bonaparte at the Battle of Brienne, France, 1814.; Private Collection; (add.info)

Aerial view of the capture of a war balloon on the western front during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century
3502791 Aerial view of the capture of a war balloon on the western front during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

Capture of Brookfield, Massachusetts, North America by Nipmucks in 1675 during King Philip's War
2956607 Capture of Brookfield, Massachusetts, North America by Nipmucks in 1675 during King Philip's War, aka First Indian War, Metacom's War, Metacomet's War, or Metacom's Rebellion

The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781
3586518 The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781; (add.info.: The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781 during the 4th Anglo-Dutch War when British army)

Chinese Boxer prisoners captured during the suppression of the Boxer Rebellion, 1901 (b/w photo)
3507831 Chinese Boxer prisoners captured during the suppression of the Boxer Rebellion, 1901 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Chinese Boxer prisoners captured and brought in by 6th U.S)

History. France. French First Empire. Napoleon Ist, prisoner on the island of Saint Helena, c.1815
2636338 History. France. French First Empire. Napoleon Ist, prisoner on the island of Saint Helena, c.1815. Illustration, France, c.1900.; Private Collection; (add.info.: France. 1er Empire)

Birdcatcher with small songbirds
864042 Birdcatcher with small songbirds; (add.info.: Birdcatcher with small songbirds such as Goldfinches and Robins which would be sold to be kept in cages as pets. England early 19th century)

The capture of the Cacafuego, the Spanish treasure-ship, by Sir Francis Drake in 1579 (engraving)
529687 The capture of the Cacafuego, the Spanish treasure-ship, by Sir Francis Drake in 1579 (engraving); (add.info.: in the vicinity of Esmeraldas, Ecuador)

James Wolfe (1727-1759) English soldier. Death of General Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham as Quebec was captured
531481 James Wolfe (1727-1759) English soldier. Death of General Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham as Quebec was captured from the French who also lost their commander

Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred planning how to capture the Danish/Viking fleet
531898 Alfred the Great (849-899) Anglo-Saxon king of Wessex from 871. Alfred planning how to capture the Danish/Viking fleet - 885

The Capture of the Java by The Constitution, 1812 (aquatint)
1579750 The Capture of the Java by The Constitution, 1812 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the Capture of the Java by The Constitution. Print by R and D. Havell)

The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 1805 (aquatint)
1579741 The capture of the Guillaume Tell, 1805 (aquatint); (add.info.: Aquatint of the capture of the Guillaume Tell and the frigate Penelope raking her from astern. Print by J. Wells)

The Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days Battle (line etching)
1579703 The Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days Battle (line etching); (add.info.: Line engraving of the Dutch fleet returning after the Four Days Battle)

The truant (chromolitho)
8635250 The truant (chromolitho) by Edwards, Mary Ellen (1838-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The truant; woman with feeding fruit to a bird)

A Tally-Ho idyll: the kill (colour litho)
8635369 A Tally-Ho idyll: the kill (colour litho) by Thomson, Hugh (1860-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Tally-Ho idyll: the kill)

Capture of Gibraltar, 1704 (colour litho)
8635358 Capture of Gibraltar, 1704 (colour litho) by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (1865-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Gibraltar, 1704)

Heracles capturing the Erymanthian Boar (engraving)
8634965 Heracles capturing the Erymanthian Boar (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heracles capturing the Erymanthian Boar)

Alexander inspecting the Ruins of Esagila (litho)
8660923 Alexander inspecting the Ruins of Esagila (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexander inspecting the Ruins of Esagila)

Lord Roberts leaving the church at Pretoria, 1900 (litho)
8663998 Lord Roberts leaving the church at Pretoria, 1900 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Field Marshal Lord Roberts leaving the church at Pretoria)

Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913 (litho)
8661424 Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913 (litho) by Cuneo, Cyrus (1879-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bulgarians besieging Adrianople, 1912-1913)

The Siege of Carmarthen Castle, 1145 (litho)
8661403 The Siege of Carmarthen Castle, 1145 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (1874-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Carmarthen Castle, 1145)

The Capture of the Five Kings (litho)
8661285 The Capture of the Five Kings (litho) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of the Five Kings)

The Siege of Malta: capture of St Elmo, 23 June 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas)
7337601 The Siege of Malta: capture of St Elmo, 23 June 1565, late 16th century (oil on canvas) by Aleccio, Matteo Perez d (c1545-c.1616); 137.2x205.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The capture of the Alcide and Lys, 8 June 1755, 18th century (oil on canvas)
7337648 The capture of the Alcide and Lys, 8 June 1755, 18th century (oil on canvas) by British School, (18th Century); 94x132.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Captain Robert Maunsell capturing French gunboats off Java, July 1811, c.1811 (oil on canvas)
7342721 Captain Robert Maunsell capturing French gunboats off Java, July 1811, c.1811 (oil on canvas) by Huggins, William John (1781-1845); 71x106.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The capture of Chandernagore, March 1757, 1771 (oil painting)
7337649 The capture of Chandernagore, March 1757, 1771 (oil painting) by Serres, Dominic (1722-93); 114.3x182.9 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Dominic Serres)

The Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805, 1822-24 (oil on canvas)
7337708 The Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805, 1822-24 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 261.5x368.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The last Inca King, Tupac Amaru, as a captive of the Spanish
3329952 The last Inca King, Tupac Amaru, as a captive of the Spanish; (add.info.: Drawing of the last Inca King, Tupac Amaru (1545-1572)

John II
3480282 John II; (add.info.: John II (1319 - 1364), called John the Good (Jean le Bon), monarch of the House of Valois who ruled as King of France from 1350 until his death

Capture of the Dutch fleet, frozen in at Den Helder, by the French Hussars under General Jean-Charles Pichegru
542587 Capture of the Dutch fleet, frozen in at Den Helder, by the French Hussars under General Jean-Charles Pichegru (1761-1804) in January 1795. Engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG

The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525 (tapestry)
529631 The Battle of Pavia, February 24, 1525 (tapestry); (add.info.: It was the decisive engagement of the Italian War of 1521-25)

Archimedes (c287-212 BC) Ancient Greek mathematician and inventor. The death of Archimedes at the capture of Syracuse
531059 Archimedes (c287-212 BC) Ancient Greek mathematician and inventor. The death of Archimedes at the capture of Syracuse by the Romans

The chimpanzee and the ourang-outang at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
The chimpanzee and the ourang-outang at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1864. The new monkey-house lately erected now contains specimens of both of the best known species of

Indian rebel, Zahoor-ool-Hoosein, recently captured, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Indian rebel, Zahoor-ool-Hoosein, recently captured, 1862. Engraving from a photograph...taken at Poona by Lieutenant-Colonel I. D

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"Exploring the Complexities of Captivity: From Pigeons to Pandas" In a world filled with diverse creatures, each with their own unique stories, captivity takes on various forms. Picture No. 10743654 captures the essence of confinement as a carrier pigeon stands perched on a wire, its wings clipped and unable to soar freely through the skies. The Okapi, belonging to the Giraffidae family, represents another captive soul in this narrative – an enigmatic creature confined within enclosures. As we delve deeper into history, we stumble upon Napoleon's map of St Helena – a poignant reminder of his exile and imprisonment. A suffragette W. S. P. U badge worn by Sylvia Pankhurst serves as an emblematic symbol for women who fought tirelessly for their rights while being held captive by societal norms. The San Diego Zoo in California witnessed both joy and sorrow when a giant panda gave birth to her young cub inside its walls. While it is heartwarming to witness this miracle unfold before our eyes, one cannot help but ponder over the implications of raising these magnificent animals away from their natural habitats. A captivating image showcases a gray wolf drinking water amidst foggy surroundings; even in moments like these where freedom seems tangible, there remains an invisible barrier that restricts true liberation. Racing pigeons epitomize yet another form - bred solely for competition rather than enjoying life's simple pleasures. Within glass walls lies another example - goldfish swimming gracefully in bowls adorned with weed. Their beauty juxtaposed against confinement raises questions about whether they truly thrive or merely exist within such limited spaces. Similarly trapped within hamster wheels are golden Syrian hamsters - endlessly running without ever reaching true freedom. Lastly, picture No. 10984238 depicts three vibrant red COMET GOLDFISH from above; their mesmerizing colors belie the fact that they too are captives yearning for open waters beyond the confines of their tank.