Attacking Collection (#9)

Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789. Creator: Charles Thevenin
Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789

Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789. Creator: Henry Singleton
Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789

The Burgraves, 1903. Creator: Georges Antoine Rochegrosse
The Burgraves, 1903

The Charge of Prince of Lambesc in the Tuileries Gardens, July 12, 1789, c1789. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Lallemand
The Charge of Prince of Lambesc in the Tuileries Gardens, July 12, 1789, c1789

Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Lallemand
Storming of the Bastille, July 14, 1789

Storming of the Bastille. Arrest of Mr. de Launay, c1791. Creator: Dubois
Storming of the Bastille. Arrest of Mr. de Launay, c1791

Harpies Attacking Aeneas and His Companions, n.d. Creator: Domenico Gargiulo
Harpies Attacking Aeneas and His Companions, n.d

Death of the "Lion Queen", in Wombwell's Menagerie, at Chatham, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Death of the "Lion Queen", in Wombwell's Menagerie, at Chatham [in Kent], 1850. It was the business of the deceased [17-year-old Ellen Blight] to go into the dens

Laöcoon, 1520/30. Creator: Jean de Gourmont
Laocoon, 1520/30

Mountain Goats and Dog, 18th century. Creator: Allwaert of Ghent
Mountain Goats and Dog, 18th century

No. 3: Yoshitsune's Night Attack Against the Taira Army at the Battle of Mount Mikus... c. 1832/34
No. 3: Yoshitsune's Night Attack Against the Taira Army at the Battle of Mount Mikusa (Sankai, Mikusa gassen Yoshitsune Heijin batsu yoru utsu)

The Alarm, 1895. Creator: Félix Vallotton
The Alarm, 1895

Sheet of Sketches, 1828. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Sheet of Sketches, 1828

The Pursuit, 1832. Creator: Auguste Raffet
The Pursuit, 1832

Assault and capture of bastion no. 6, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1858. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Assault and capture of bastion no. 6, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1858

The Army and Navy Attack and Capture Weihaiwei (Ikaiei rikukaigun kogeki senryo zu), Japan, 1895. Detail from a larger artwork

Falconer about to Disengage Falcons from Quarry, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Falconer about to Disengage Falcons from Quarry, 1850. When the falcon strikes his bird down, he immediately places one talon on the shoulder of his prey, and the other on the neck

Violent Display of Popular Indignation against the Austrian Marshal Haynau, at Bankside, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Violent Display of Popular Indignation against the Austrian Marshal Haynau, at Bankside, 1850. The Marshal seems to have had little idea of the loathing

The Night Attack, Part 4 [sic; actually 5]: The Retreat across Ryogoku Bridge (Youc, ... c. 1834/39)
The Night Attack, Part 4 [sic; actually 5]: The Retreat across Ryogoku Bridge (Youchi yon, Ryogoku hikitori), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39

The Night Attack, Part 4: The Retreat (Youchi yon, hikitori), from the series "The... c. 1834/39
The Night Attack, Part 4: The Retreat (Youchi yon, hikitori), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39

The Night Attack, Part 2: Breaking In (Youchi ni, rannyu), from the series "The Revenge...c.1834/39
The Night Attack, Part 2: Breaking In (Youchi ni, rannyu), from the series "The Revenge of the Loyal Retainers (Chushingura)", c. 1834/39

The Late Attack upon Marshal Haynau - Escape of Marshal Haynau in the Police Galley, 1850. Creator: Unknown
The Late Attack upon Marshal Haynau - Escape of Marshal Haynau in the Police Galley, 1850. During a visit to London, the Austrian general Julius Jacob von Haynau was attacked by an angry mob who

Robbers Attacking a Coach, 1620-30. Creator: Jan van de Velde II
Robbers Attacking a Coach, 1620-30

Wolves Attacking Sheep ("Rein de Trop II"), 1732. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Wolves Attacking Sheep ("Rein de Trop II"), 1732

The Wolf at Bay, n.d. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
The Wolf at Bay, n.d

Deer Attacked by Dogs, 1725. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Deer Attacked by Dogs, 1725

A Wild Swan Attacked by a Dog, c. 1740. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
A Wild Swan Attacked by a Dog, c. 1740

Men Attacking Wolves ("Rien de Trop III"), 1732. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Oudry
Men Attacking Wolves ("Rien de Trop III"), 1732

Faun Attacking a Snake, c.1500. Creator: School of Andrea Mantegna
Faun Attacking a Snake, c.1500

Attack on a Coach, plate eight from The Large Miseries of War, n.d. Creator: Gerard van Schagen
Attack on a Coach, plate eight from The Large Miseries of War, n.d

Sir Francis Drake attacking a Spanish treasure ship (actually a Portuguese carrack, the Sao Filipe, containing gold, spices and silk), off the Azores, 8 June 1587

Julius Caesars invasion of Britain
This picture shows the British forces trying to prevent Roman soldiers from landing on the shores of Kent. The Romans, following the standard bearer, wade from their ship toward the shore. Date: 54 BC

Shri Shri Durga, ca. 1885-95. Creator: Unknown
Shri Shri Durga, ca. 1885-95

Panjdeh incident - Russian encounter with Afghan forces at Pul-i-Khishty (Brick Bridge). The incident of 1885 was a diplomatic crisis between the British Empire

The Capture of Givenchy, (1919). Creator: Fortunino Matania
The Capture of Givenchy, (1919). Scene from the First World War, 1914-1919: How the Manchester Regiment Captured the Village of Givenchy by Storm and Drove Out the Germans

Mafeking: Eloffs Desperate Attack on the Eve of the Relief, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Mafeking: Eloffs Desperate Attack on the Eve of the Relief, (1901). The town of Mafeking, (now called Mahikeng, in South Africa)

Ambush in an alley, c1950. Creator: Shirley Markham
Ambush in an alley, c1950. Shirley Markham (1931-1999) studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Central School of Art in London from 1950-1952

Bombardier Beetle (Pheropsophus jessoensis) protecting itself by ejecting a boiling, noxious chemical spray, Nagasaki, Japan

Leopard (Panthera pardus) hunting Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) Etosha, Namibia, Finalist in the Mammals Category of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2015

9th Air Force "Marauder" aircraft dropping bombs on the marshalling yard at Emskirchen, Germany, November 1944. From The War in Pictures, Sixth Year.

Pugachev's Rebellion in Siberia Defeat of the Impostor's Mob near Troitsk, May 21, 1774, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27)

A Raid on a Settlement, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
Raid on a Settlement, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27) from an album relating to the history of the Siberian Cossacks held by the Rare Books Department of the Russian State

Fight with Pugachev's Troops, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
Fight with Pugachev's Troops, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27) from an album relating to the history of the Siberian Cossacks held by the Rare Books Department of

Russian ship under attack, No.23 in an album depicting episodes from the Russo-Japanese War, 1904-05 (woodcut)
SC4037 Russian ship under attack, No.23 in an album depicting episodes from the Russo-Japanese War, 1904-05 (woodcut) by Japanese School, (20th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK

Fighting Horses, 1808 (oil on canvas)
NGW238920 Fighting Horses, 1808 (oil on canvas) by Ward, James (1769-1859); National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Ratcatchers, 1821 (oil on board)
NGW185771 Ratcatchers, 1821 (oil on board) by Landseer, Edwin (1802-73); National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

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"Unleashing the Fury: From Ypres to Zeebrugge, a Historical Chronicle of Attacks" Step into the past and witness the relentless spirit that shaped history. In William Barnes Wollen's masterpiece, "The Canadians at Ypres, " brave soldiers charge fearlessly towards their enemy lines, embodying courage in its purest form. Martin Luther's audacious act of defiance with his "95 Theses" shook the foundations of religious authority, challenging established norms and sparking a revolution that would change the course of Christianity forever. As tumultuous as the stormy seas, behold the terrifying image captured by an artist's brush - a Kraken Attacks a Ship. The monstrous creature emerges from beneath, reminding us of nature's untamed power and mankind's vulnerability against it. In Charles John De Lacy's poignant artwork titled "The Vindictive at Zeebrugge, " we witness an extraordinary naval assault during World War I. British forces launch a daring attack on German-occupied ports, displaying unwavering determination to secure victory amidst adversity. Travel back in time through a 19th Century French engraving that depicts warriors engaged in medieval jousting tournaments. Witness their chivalry clash as they strive for honor and glory on horseback - an epitome of bravery personified. "The Gordon Highlanders: How Piper Findlater won the V. C. At Dargai" immortalizes one soldier’s heroic actions during battle. Against all odds, this courageous piper played his bagpipes while under fire to inspire his comrades – showcasing bravery beyond measure. A tempestuous sea rages as another ship falls victim to the wrathful Kraken in Picture No. 10854827; its tentacles entwining around helpless vessels serve as a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, resilience prevails. HMS Jervis Bay boldly confronts Admiral Scheer during World War II, exemplifying the indomitable spirit against overwhelming odds.