4 August Collection

The Battle of Alcacer Quibir aka Battle of Three Kings or Battle of Oued al-Makhazin
3714013 The Battle of Alcacer Quibir aka Battle of Three Kings or Battle of Oued al-Makhazin, northern Morocco, 4 August 1578, from Ward and Locks Illustrated History of the World, pub

The Royal Yacht, with the German Emperor on Board, visiting Ships of the British Fleet, Sunday, 4 August (engraving)
1596463 The Royal Yacht, with the German Emperor on Board, visiting Ships of the British Fleet, Sunday, 4 August (engraving) by English School

A Distinguished Visitor to the Royal Yacht Squadron, Cowes (litho)
1600861 A Distinguished Visitor to the Royal Yacht Squadron, Cowes (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Recent Naval Manoeuvres (engraving)
1046024 The Recent Naval Manoeuvres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Naval Manoeuvres)

Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving)
1605689 Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Harrismith, Orange Free State, captured by MacDonald on 4 August (b / w photo)
1600062 Harrismith, Orange Free State, captured by MacDonald on 4 August (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harrismith, Orange Free State)

Franco-Prussian War: Fight between the Bavarian Infantry, the Turcos and the Zouaves, in the Hop Fields Near Wissembourg the 4 August 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Entry of the Castle of Schaffenbourg, on the Geisberg After
Franco-Prussian War: Entry of the Castle of Schaffenbourg, on the Geisberg after the Battle of 4 August 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Fight the 10th Bavarian Battalion of Hunters against the Turcos in the Vineyards of Wissembourg the August 4 1870

Franco-Prussian War: At the entrance to the castle Geisberg at Wissembourg on 4 August 1870, France

Franco-Prussian War: Fight between the Bavarian Infantry, the Turcos and the Zouaves, in the Hop Fields Near Wissembourg the 4 August 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Entry of the Castle of Schaffenbourg, on the Geisberg After
Franco-Prussian War: Entry of the Castle of Schaffenbourg, on the Geisberg after the Battle of 4 August 1870

Franco-Prussian War: Fight the 10th Bavarian Battalion of Hunters against the Turcos in the Vineyards of Wissembourg the August 4 1870

Franco-Prussian War: At the entrance to the castle Geisberg at Wissembourg on 4 August 1870, France

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"Remembering the Historic 4th of August: A Day of Battles, Naval Maneuvers, and Distinguished Visitors" On this day in history, the Battle of Alcacer Quibir, also known as the Battle of Three Kings or Battle of Oued al-Makhazin, took place. It was a significant clash that left an indelible mark on the annals of warfare. Meanwhile, across the seas, a royal yacht sailed with none other than the German Emperor on board. The vessel visited ships from the British Fleet on this memorable Sunday - August 4th. An engraving immortalizes this momentous occasion. In another corner of maritime activity, Cowes witnessed a distinguished visitor to its Royal Yacht Squadron. The lithograph captures the elegance and grandeur associated with such prestigious encounters. Not far away from these nautical events were recent naval maneuvers that showcased military prowess and strategic brilliance. Engraved images depict officers' sketches from their time spent with the Channel Squadron during these exercises. Shifting our focus to land battles now; Harrismith in Orange Free State fell into enemy hands on this very date - August 4th. A black-and-white photograph serves as evidence capturing MacDonald's capture. The Franco-Prussian War raged fiercely during this period too. Several engravings portray scenes from various skirmishes between Bavarian Infantrymen and Turcos or Zouaves soldiers. These illustrations bring forth glimpses into one aspect of this tumultuous conflict. Lastly, we witness an entry into Castle Schaffenbourg after intense fighting near Geisberg during the Franco-Prussian War's course on August 4th. This event marked yet another chapter in a war that shaped European history forever. As we reflect upon these diverse events occurring throughout different periods and locations worldwide on August 4th - battles fought at sea and land alike; dignitaries visiting majestic vessels; and the horrors of war.