Battle Of The Boyne Collection

William of Orange at the Battle of the Boyne, 1668
William of Orange, later King William III of England, leading the Dutch army in Englands Glorious Revolution. Hand-colored engraving

Scene from the Battle of the Boyne
3330388 Scene from the Battle of the Boyne; (add.info.: Scene from the Battle of the Boyne, a battle between the English King James II and the Dutch Prince William of Orange)

A medal made to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne
3119243 A medal made to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne; (add.info.: Engraving of a medal made to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne)

The Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, between Kings James II and William III, 12 July 1690, 1690-1733

William III. At the Battle of the Boyne, (1690), 1890. Creator: Unknown
William III. At the Battle of the Boyne, (1690), 1890. Battle of the Boyne in Drogheda, 1690 when William of Orange defeated James VII and II of Scotlands attempt to regain the British crown

"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

A Lost Cause: The Flight of James II
3782311 A Lost Cause: The Flight of James II'; (add.info.: A Lost Cause: The Flight of James II after the Battle of the Boyne, 1690')

Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange
6337248 Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange by Rundall, Mary Ann (d.1839) (after); (add.info.: Portrait of King William III of England, William of Orange)

William of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder, c. 1692-97 (oil on canvas)
3545909 William of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder, c. 1692-97 (oil on canvas) by Schalken or Schalcken, Godfried (1643-1706); 76.5x65 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

William III at the Battle of the Boyne, 1874 (colour litho)
1199915 William III at the Battle of the Boyne, 1874 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William III (1650-1702) at the Battle of the Boyne

The Battle of the Boyne, pub. 1865 (coloured engraving)
2630691 The Battle of the Boyne, pub. 1865 (coloured engraving) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); Private Collection; (add.info.: William III (1650-1702) at the Battle of the Boyne, July 1690

Battle of the Boyne
LLM338179 Battle of the Boyne by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of the Boyne. Pictures of English History published by George Routledge & Sons c 1890)

King William II crossing the river at the Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1 July 1690
6337275 King William II crossing the river at the Battle of the Boyne, Ireland, 1 July 1690 by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); (add.info)

Fireworks in Covent Garden, 1809 (etching and aquatint, hand colored)
3525761 Fireworks in Covent Garden, 1809 (etching and aquatint, hand colored) by Lens, Bernard II (1659-1725); Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

The Battle of the Boyne, from The Comic History of England, pub
3075740 The Battle of the Boyne, from The Comic History of England, pub. 1864 (hand coloured etching) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of the Boyne, 1 July 1690 (engraving)
3638263 The Battle of the Boyne, 1 July 1690 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of the Boyne, 1 July 1690.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Portrait of Patrick Sarsfield, titular Earl of Lucan (d
TPG94943 Portrait of Patrick Sarsfield, titular Earl of Lucan (d.1693) Irish Jacobite and soldier (oil on canvas) by Irish School, (17th century); Private Collection; Irish, out of copyright

King William in State Robes, c. 1690 (oil on canvas)
5983964 King William in State Robes, c.1690 (oil on canvas) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Willem III (1650-1702) Prince of Orange

Landing of Marshall Schomberg at Carrickfergus, illustration from Cassell
STC393248 Landing of Marshall Schomberg at Carrickfergus, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

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Ireland, County Meath, Oldbridge House, Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre near Drogheda in County Louth, Gun carriage

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Ireland, County Meath, Oldbridge House, Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre near Drogheda in County Louth

The Ruins of Mellifont Abbey, 1898. Creator: Unknown
The Ruins of Mellifont Abbey, 1898. Cistercian abbey on the River Mattock, close to Drogheda in County Louth, Ireland was William of Oranges headquarters in 1690 during the Battle of the Boyne

Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Schomberg, (1615-1690), 1830. Frederick Armand de Schomberg (1615-1690) born in Heidelberg, orphaned within a few months of birth, educated by family friends including Frederick V

P. Rapin, (1661-1725), 1830. Creator: Unknown
P. Rapin, (1661-1725), 1830. Paul de Rapin (1661-1725) French historian writing under English patronage, educated as a Protestant

James II, (1633-1701), 1830. Creator: Unknown
James II, (1633-1701), 1830. James II and VII (1633-1701) King of England and Ireland as James II and King of Scotland as James VII, from 1685 until he was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688

William III, (1650-1702), 1830. Creator: Unknown
William III, (1650-1702), 1830. William III (1650-1702) sovereign Prince of Orange and King of England, Ireland and Scotland from 1689 until his death

Frederick Duke of Schomberg, 1785. Creator: Unknown
Frederick Duke of Schomberg, 1785. Frederick Schomberg, 1st Duke of Schomberg (1615-1690), Marshal of France and a General in the British and Portuguese Army

The Battle of the Boyne. July 1st 1690, (1785). Creator: John Goldar
The Battle of the Boyne. July 1st 1690, (1785). The Battle of the Boyne was fought between the English King James II, and the Dutch Prince William of Orange, who, with his wife

Index to... the landing of William Prince of Orange at Torbay, November 5th 1688
Index to the Portraits in the Print of the landing of William Prince of Orange at Torbay, November 5th 1688. (1830s?). A key to the identities of people appearing in a more detailed picture

King James at the Battle of the Boyne, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
King James at the Battle of the Boyne, 1882. Private Collection

William III of England at the Battle of the Boyne. Private Collection

Willliam III. At the Boyne, 1690, (c1880). The Battle of the Boyne was a battle in 1690 between the English King James II, and the Dutch Prince William of Orange, who, with his wife

James II entering Dublin after the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (1905). From Cassells History of England, Vol. III, [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1905]

A Lost Cause: the Flight of James II after the Battle of the Boyne, 1690 (1905). From Cassells History of England, Vol. III, [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1905]

Battle of the Boyne, 1690
Battle of the Boyne.Ireland. William III against James II. Duke Schomberg was Slain, 1690

The Battle of the Boyne, 1850. Artist: John Leech
The Battle of the Boyne, 1850. A satirical illustration on the The Battle of the Boyne. The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones

The Duke of York (1633-1701), the future King James II, 1808. Artist: W N Gardiner
The Duke of York (1633-1701), the future King James II, 1808. James II was King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1685 to 1688 and was the last Roman Catholic monarch to reign over Britain

Armour worn by James II at the Boyne, 1690 (1894). The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones

The Battle of The Boyne, 1690, (c1850s). The Battle of the Boyne was fought in Ireland for the English, Scottish and Irish thrones. The forces of William III defeated those of the deposed James II

William III, King of Great Britain and Ireland, at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690. William (1650-1702) became king in 1689

William III at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690. King William III of England, 1650 -1702, Prince of Orange, Stadtholder of the main Dutch Republic provinces and King of England, Ireland

William III wounded at the Battle of the Boyne, 1690. King William III of England, 1650 -1702, Prince of Orange, Stadtholder of the main Dutch Republic provinces and King of England, Ireland

The lucky escape of William III on June 30, 1690, the day before the Battle of the Boyne. The King was wounded in the shoulder by a splinter from artillery fire while surveying fords on the river

Plans of the principle Towers, Forts and Harbours in Ireland (engraving)
XJF308731 Plans of the principle Towers, Forts and Harbours in Ireland (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

WILLIAM III (1650-1702). Stadholder of Holland (1672-1702) and King of England (1689-1702). King William at the Battle of the Boyne, 1 July 1690. Steel engraving, 19th century

WILLIAM III: BOYNE, 1690. The King of England at the Battle of the Boyne in Ireland: wood engraving, 19th century

WILLIAM III OF ENGLAND (1650-1702). Stadholder of Holland (1672-1702) and King of England (1689-1702). William at the Battle of the Boyne, 1 July 1690. Wood engraving, 19th century

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"The Battle of the Boyne: A Historic Clash that Shaped Nations" In 1690, King William III, also known as William of Orange, led his forces to victory in the infamous Battle of the Boyne. This significant event occurred on July 1st and marked a turning point in Irish history. Depicted in various artworks throughout the years, including paintings and engravings, these visual records capture the intensity and grandeur of this epic clash. The battle itself was fought between Protestant King William III and Catholic King James II, who sought to regain his throne. The outcome of this battle had far-reaching consequences for both Ireland and England. It solidified Protestant dominance over Catholicism in Ireland while securing William's position as king. The conflict became deeply intertwined with religious tensions and political rivalries that shaped European history. One notable artwork showcases a portrait of King William III himself. Painted around 1692-97, it captures his regal presence and determination during this critical time. Another piece depicts him crossing the Boyne water alongside his troops – a powerful symbol of their united strength against James II's forces. Despite its historical significance, interpretations differ regarding which side truly emerged victorious from this battle. Supporters hailed it as a triumph for Protestantism and constitutional monarchy while others saw it as an oppressive conquest by foreign powers. Over time, commemorations such as fireworks displays in Covent Garden or ballads celebrating "the glorious memory" have kept alive the memory of this historic event. Even today, discussions surrounding the Battle of the Boyne continue to shape national identities and provoke debates about heritage. Ultimately, whether seen through artistic depictions or studied through historical texts, one cannot deny that the Battle of the Boyne left an indelible mark on Europe's past – forever shaping politics, religion, culture, and identity within Ireland and beyond.