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Arthur Wellesley Collection (#10)

Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, was a legendary figure in British military history

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Silhouette portrait Arthur Wellesley Duke Wellington

Silhouette portrait Arthur Wellesley Duke Wellington
Silhouette portrait of Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), Duke of Wellington (1769- 1852). Bust, in profile to the left

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Portrait Arthur Wellesley later 1st Duke Wellington

Portrait Arthur Wellesley later 1st Duke Wellington
Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, later 1st Duke of Wellington, c. 1806-1807. Attributed to John Wright (British, 1745-1820). watercolor on ivory in a gilt wood frame; framed

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Arthur Wellesley Duke Wellington 1854 George Baxter

Arthur Wellesley Duke Wellington 1854 George Baxter
Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, 1854. George Baxter (British, 1804-1867). Baxter process; platemark: 11.5 x 8.4 cm (4 1/2 x 3 5/16 in.)

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Storming of St. Sebastian, August 31, 1813, 1909. Artist: Thomas Sutherland

Storming of St. Sebastian, August 31, 1813, 1909. Artist: Thomas Sutherland
Storming of St. Sebastian, August 31, 1813, 1909. In the Siege of San Sebastian (7 July - 8 September 1813) Allied forces under the command of Arthur Wellesley

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: On the Evening of the Battle of Waterloo, 1879 (1906). Artist: Ernest Crofts

On the Evening of the Battle of Waterloo, 1879 (1906). Artist: Ernest Crofts
On the Evening of the Battle of Waterloo, 1879 (1906). Napoleon preparing to leave the battlefield. From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: French cuirassiers charging a British infantry square at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (1906)

French cuirassiers charging a British infantry square at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (1906). Artist: P Jazet
French cuirassiers charging a British infantry square at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (1906). From Cassells Illustrated History of England, Vol. V

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: 5th Regiment of Dragoon Guards, The Battle of Salamanca, 22nd July 1812

5th Regiment of Dragoon Guards, The Battle of Salamanca, 22nd July 1812
5th Regiment of Dragoon Guards, Battle of Salamanca, Spain, 22nd July 1812. The Battle of Salamanca was an important victory in the Peninsular War for an Anglo-Portuguese army under the Duke of

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Portrait of Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852), 1st Duke of Wellington, 1815-1816

Portrait of Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852), 1st Duke of Wellington, 1815-1816. Artist: Lawrence, Sir Thomas (1769-1830)
Portrait of Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852), 1st Duke of Wellington, 1815-1816. Found in the collection of Apsley House, London

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Herzog von Wellington 1769-1852. - Gemalde von Salter, 1934

Herzog von Wellington 1769-1852. - Gemalde von Salter, 1934
Herzog von Wellington 1769-1852, 1934. Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, KG, GCB, GCH, PC, FRS (1769-1852)

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Wellington on the Eve of Waterloo, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant

Wellington on the Eve of Waterloo, c1925. Artist: Charles Dudley Tennant
Wellington on the Eve of Waterloo, c1925. Arthur Wellesley, (1769-1852), 1st Duke of Wellington, was an Anglo-Irish soldier and politician

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: The Dragoons Rode Onwards, Smiting With Their Long, Glittering Swords, 1902

The Dragoons Rode Onwards, Smiting With Their Long, Glittering Swords, 1902. The Battle of Salamanca, (22 July 1811) was an important victory in the Peninsular War for an Anglo-Portuguese army under

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: The Black Watch (42nd Royal Highlanders) at Quatre Bras, 1902

The Black Watch (42nd Royal Highlanders) at Quatre Bras, 1902
The Black Watch (42nd Royal Highlanders) at Bay at Quatre Bras, 1902. After William Barnes Wollen (1857-1936). The Battle of Quatre Bras was fought on 16 June 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Waterloo, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Waterloo, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Waterloo, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Toulouse, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Toulouse, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Toulouse, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: The Battles of the British Army from 1808 to 1814 - Picture medal, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

The Battles of the British Army from 1808 to 1814 - Picture medal, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
The Battles of the British Army from 1808 to 1814 - Picture medal, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Pampeluna, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Pampeluna, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Pampeluna, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Vittoria, 1815 (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Vittoria, 1815 (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Vittoria, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Capture of Cuidad Rodrigo, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Capture of Cuidad Rodrigo, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Capture of Cuidad Rodrigo, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Salamanca, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Salamanca, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Salamanca, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Albuera, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Albuera, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Albuera, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Capture of Badajoz, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Capture of Badajoz, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Capture of Badajoz, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Busaco, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Busaco, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Busaco, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Englands Great Captain Arthur Duke of Wellington - Souvenir Medal, 1815 (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Englands Great Captain Arthur Duke of Wellington - Souvenir Medal, 1815 (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Englands Great Captain Arthur Duke of Wellington - Souvenir Medal, 1815 (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Battle of Vimiero, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme

Battle of Vimiero, 1815, (1910). Artist: Edward Orme
Battle of Vimiero, 1815, (1910). The souvenir-medal is part of a collection box issued by Edward Orme to commemorate the military campaigns of the Duke of Wellington, 1815

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Wellington?s Field Marshal?s Baton, c19th century

Wellington?s Field Marshal?s Baton, c19th century
Wellington?s Field Marshal?s Baton. Baton awarded to Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington (1769 -1852) for his victory against Napoleon?s Army in Spain

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: All Formation Was Lost, And Each Man Fought For Himself, 1902. Artist: GB

All Formation Was Lost, And Each Man Fought For Himself, 1902. Artist: GB
All Formation Was Lost, And Each Man Fought For Himself, 1902. At the Battle of Talavera, Spain, 27-28 July 1809, the British

Background imageArthur Wellesley Collection: Entrance to Hyde Park, London, c1850 (1878)

Entrance to Hyde Park, London, c1850 (1878). View showing the Welligton Arch and the equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington that stood atop it until the arch was moved in 1882-1883




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Arthur Wellesley, the 1st Duke of Wellington, was a legendary figure in British military history. Known for his strategic brilliance and unwavering determination, he played a pivotal role in shaping Europe's destiny during the early 19th century. One of his most famous achievements was leading the British army to victory at the Battle of Waterloo on June 18th, 1815. This historic battle is depicted in a detailed map from the 19th century, showcasing the tactical maneuvers that secured Wellington's triumph over Napoleon Bonaparte. In an iconic portrait by Thomas Lawrence, we see Arthur Wellesley portrayed as a distinguished leader with an air of authority. The image captures his essence as a fearless commander who inspired loyalty and respect among his troops. But behind this stoic facade lay moments of camaraderie and relaxation. In "The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, " we catch a glimpse into the more human side of Wellington's soldiers. It depicts their downtime after battles when they would gather together to unwind and share stories over drinks. Wellington faced many challenges throughout his career, such as leading "The Forlorn Hope At Badajos. " This powerful painting by Vereker Monteith Hamilton showcases the bravery and sacrifice exhibited by soldiers under Wellington's command during this intense siege. His leadership extended beyond just military prowess; Wellington also had political acumen. As seen in "The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, " he was revered alongside Admiral Horatio Nelson for their contributions to both land and sea forces during Britain's golden age. Another artistic representation capturing Wellington's legacy is John Atkinson II’s depiction of the Battle of Waterloo. The vivid colors bring to life this monumental clash between two great powers on European soil. Wellington became synonymous with resilience - epitomized by Newton & Co’s lithograph titled "Wellington at Waterloo. " It portrays him steadfastly observing the battlefield while wearing his iconic Wellington boots, which were named after him.