Vessels Collection (#69)

Saxon Ships
Three Saxon sailing vessels in the English Channel off Dover. Note the head having its eyes pecked out by a passing seagull

Events / Peru
Capture of a Spanish treasure galleon by three English vessels off the coast of Peru

Gravesend / Thames 18C
The Thames at Gravesend, with a number of sailing vessels

Battle of Lake Erie
BATTLE OF LAKE ERIE The American ship Niagara rakes the British vessels Detroit and Queen Charlotte, leading to a decisive American victory

Egyptian Boats
Transport vessels of Ancient Egypt

Norman Conquest 8 of 16
Spies tell William that Harold has been crowned : he orders an invasion fleet to be built, and the vessels are launched

Punic Wars: Ecnomus
PUNIC WARS Naval battle of ECNOMUS :the Roman fleet won a hard-fought victory over the Carthaginians nearly 700 vessels took part

Salamis - Persian Defeat
At SALAMIS, the Greek fleet of 370 vessels defeats the Persian fleet of 1000+, thus forcing Xerxes to cancel his plan to invade Greece

Armada / Vessels Wrecked
THE SPANISH ARMADA The dispersed Spanish vessels are wrecked by storms round Ireland and western England

Cortes on Mexican Lake
Cortes brigantines rout the Aztec vessels on Mexico lake

A stormy Lake Ontario, Canada
View of Lake Ontario, one of the five Great Lakes of North America, with Canada to the north and the USA to the south. Vessels are struggling to stay afloat in stormy weather

Copper Drink Vessels
Copper drinking vessels from Scandinavia

C16 Rhineland Ware
Drinking and drink vessels from the lower Rhineland - though heavy and lumpish in the German manner, they have a confident assertiveness all their own

Spanish Vessels, C16
Spanish vessels

A variety of 18th century Chinese vessels

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"Journeys of the Past: Exploring Vessels Across Time and Seas" Harbour, Polperro, Cornwall. 1860-1870s: Witness the picturesque charm of fishing vessels nestled in the tranquil harbour of Polperro, a timeless scene from Victorian England. Appledore's Maritime Legacy: Step into the maritime heritage of Appledore, England as it unveils its shipbuilding prowess that has shaped seafaring history for centuries. Isle of Mull's Forgotten Beauties: Discover the haunting beauty of old fishing boats gently decaying on the sandy shores of Scotland's Isle of Mull, a poignant reminder of their once-thriving livelihoods. The Mighty Massey Shaw: Behold the LCC-LFB fireboat Massey Shaw standing tall against Westminster's iconic backdrop, symbolizing London's unwavering resilience in combating fires along its historic River Thames. Warriors Afloat: Immerse yourself in Viking lore as you envision a mighty longship carrying fierce warriors across treacherous waters, epitomizing strength and conquest during ancient times. Fornells' Fishing Haven: Lose yourself amidst colorful fishing boats bobbing serenely in Fornells' charming harbor on Spain's Balearic Islands; witness firsthand how tradition meets tranquility. HMS Warrior Takes Flight: Stand upon the carrier deck of HMS Warrior aircraft carrier and feel awe-struck by its sheer magnitude; an emblematic vessel that revolutionized naval warfare forevermore. Truro Tales Unveiled: Journey back to early 1900s Cornwall as Back Quay and Lemon Quay come alive with bustling activity - where vessels played an integral role in shaping Truro’s vibrant history. Trafalgar Triumphs Echoed Forevermore.