Ballads Of Famous Fights Collection

"Cossack and Russian reel'd from the sabre stroke, Shatter'd and sunder'd"
984713 "Cossack and Russian reel'd from the sabre stroke, Shatter'd and sunder'd", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Tennant, C

"For Victory! No, all hope is gone; for life! Let that go too; But for the Colours still work on - the chance is
984715 "For Victory! No, all hope is gone; for life! Let that go too; But for the Colours still work on - the chance is left with you", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition

"Bless the glorious memory of King William that crossed the Boyne water", from Ballads of Famous Fights
984711 "Bless the glorious memory of King William that crossed the Boyne water", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Tennant, C

"Our cuirassiers have burst on the ranks of the accurst
984710 " Our cuirassiers have burst on the ranks of the accurst and at a shock have scattered", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition

"Then cried he, with a proud pale lip, Ho! gunner
984709 " Then cried he, with a proud pale lip, Ho! gunner, split and sink the ship ", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

"Our Captain Hailed the Frenchman Ho! ", from Ballads of Famous Fights
984712 " Our Captain Hailed the Frenchman Ho! ", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

"Then leaving life, Earl Percy took the dead man by the hand"
984706 " Then leaving life, Earl Percy took the dead man by the hand", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Groome

"The Prince to his Father kneels lowly: His is the battle - his wholly
984705 " The Prince to his Father kneels lowly: His is the battle - his wholly!" from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

"He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew"
984714 " He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Groome

"A thousand knights are pressing close behind the snow-white crest"
984708 " A thousand knights are pressing close behind the snow-white crest", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

"I ll be the bravest man in the fight says brave Lord Willoughby"
984707 " I ll be the bravest man in the fight says brave Lord Willoughby", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

"Each gun from its adamantine lips, spread a death shade round the ships"
984704 " Each gun from its adamantine lips, spread a death shade round the ships", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Webb

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"Ballads of Famous Fights: Reliving the Heroic Tales of Battle" Step into the world of valor and courage as "Cossack and Russian reel'd from the sabre stroke, Shatter'd and sunder'd, " echoing through time in the pages of Ballads of Famous Fights. This captivating collection, first published in 1920, transports readers to historic battlegrounds where heroes emerged amidst chaos. "For Victory. No, all hope is gone; for life. Let that go too; But for the Colours still work on - the chance is left with you. " These powerful words resonate with unwavering determination, reminding us that even when faced with insurmountable odds, there remains a glimmer of hope worth fighting for. "Bless the glorious memory of King William that crossed the Boyne water, " pays homage to a legendary figure whose triumphs shaped history. Through vivid illustrations and poetic verses, this ballad immortalizes his bravery and indomitable spirit. "Our cuirassiers have burst on the ranks of the accurst, " portrays a clash between opposing forces where strength meets its match. The thunderous battle cries echo through these pages as warriors face their destiny head-on. Then cried he, with a proud pale lip, Ho. Gunner, " captures a moment frozen in time—a commander's unwavering resolve amidst chaos. It serves as a testament to leadership's ability to inspire even in dire circumstances. "Our Captain Hailed the Frenchman Ho. " recounts an encounter between adversaries locked in combat. With each verse painting vivid scenes filled with tension and adrenaline-fueled action—this ballad encapsulates both honor and rivalry on distant shores. "Then leaving life, Earl Percy took dead man by hand"—a poignant reminder that camaraderie transcends mortal boundaries. In times when death looms large over battlefield landscapes, humanity finds solace in simple gestures like holding hands, even in the face of impending doom.