Bernal Collection

Discovery of America. Second Voyage of Columbus. Jamaica. 15
Jamaica. 15th century. Second Voyage of Columbus. Jamaicans refuse to give food to Columbus and he, knowing that there will be a lunar eclipse, tells them that God will deny the light

Ralph Osborne, 1846. Creator: Richard James Lane
Ralph Osborne, 1846. Portrait of British Liberal politician Ralph Bernal Osborne (1808-1882). From " Portraits by Count D Orsay", an album assembled by Lady Georgiana Codrington. [1850s]

Front page of the book Historia verdadera de la conquista de la Nueva Espana (True story of the Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo, 1632 edition

Mexico, Bernal, View of Church of St. Sebastian

Mexico, Bernal, Window

Bernal Diaz del Castillo (c. 1496-1584). Spanish soldier
Bernal DIiaz del Castillo (c.1496-1584). Spanish soldier and chronicler. Colored engraving

Bernal Diaz Del Castillo C 1495 -1584 Spanish Historian

Conquest of Mexico. Capture of Cuauhtemoc. Colored engraving
Conquest of Mexico. 16th century. Cuauhtemoc was captured by Garcia Holguin while fleeing in a canoe with her family after the defeat in the Battle of Tenochtitlan

Cortes appointed General as the Villa Rica of the Vera Cruz
The Truthful History of the Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo. The Council of the Villa Rica of the Vera Cruz proposed to appoint of Hernan Cortes as General. Engraving, 1807. Colored

Gabriel de Rojas Cordova (c. 1480-1549). Spanish conqueror. C
Gabriel de Rojas Cordova (c.1480-1549). Spanish conqueror. Engraving at The Truthful History of the Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo. Colored. Library of the University of Barcelona

Conquest of Mexico. Capture of Cuauhtemoc. Engraving
Conquest of Mexico. 16th century. Cuauhtemoc was captured by Garcia Holguin while fleeing in a canoe with her family after the defeat in the Battle of Tenochtitlan

Gabriel de Rojas Cordova. Engraving
Gabriel de Rojas Cordova (c.1480-1549). Spanish conqueror. Engraving at The Truthful History of the Conquest of New Spain by Bernal Diaz del Castillo. Library of the University of Barcelona. Spain

Ralph Bernal-Osborne
RALPH BERNAL-OSBORNE politician, noted for his wit which he aimed impartially at his fellow Liberals or the opposing party. Date: 1808 - 1882

DIAZ DEL CASTILLO, Bernal (1496-1584). Spanish conquistador. He wrote The True History of the Conquest of New Spain. Cover of The True History of the Conquest of New Spain. 1632

San SebastiᮮFestival 2010. Chicogrande
SPAIN. Donostia. Mexican actors Daniel Mart� z, Damian Alcạ r y Juan Manuel Bernal, pose after the screening of Mexican director Felipe Cazals film Chicogrande during the 58th San

WWII: POSTER, c1943. Como un solo hombre. Poster by the Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs. Lithograph by Antonio Arias Bernal, c1943

HERNANDO CORTES, 1519. Cortes (center), his conquistador Bernal Diaz, and a band of Tlaxcaltecs marching to Tenochtitlan (present-day Mexico City) in 1519. From the Lienzo de Tlaxcala canvas

SPANISH CONQUEST, 1519. Hernando Cortes (center), his conquistador Bernal Diaz, and a band of Tlaxcaltecs marching to Tenochtitlan (present-day Mexico City) in 1519

John Bernal speaking in Moscow, 1962
John Bernal speaking in Moscow. Bernal (1901-1971) was a gifted physicist, chemist and biologist. He pioneered many techniques in X-ray crystallography and the determination of molecular structures

Mexico, Bernal. View of Iglesia de San Sebastian Church and cross. Credit as: Nancy Rotenberg / Jaynes Gallery / Danita Delimont

Mexico, Bernal. Gated entrance of Iglesia de San Sebastian Church

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Bernal Diaz del Castillo, a Spanish soldier born around 1496, played a significant role in the Discovery of America. He was part of the Second Voyage of Columbus and later found himself in Jamaica during the year 15. His adventures and experiences were so remarkable that they caught the attention of Ralph Osborne, who created an illustration depicting Bernal Diaz del Castillo. But it wasn't just illustrations that immortalized Bernal's legacy; he also wrote a book called "Historia verdadera de la conquista de la Nueva Espana" (True History of the Conquest of New Spain). This book became one of the primary sources for understanding Mexico's conquest. In Mexico itself, there are several places named after this brave soldier. In Bernal, you can find a stunning view of the Church of St. Sebastian—a testament to his impact on Mexican history. The town also boasts beautiful windows that showcase its rich cultural heritage. Bernal's contributions didn't go unnoticed by Hernan Cortes either. Cortes appointed him as General in Villa Rica de la Vera Cruz—an acknowledgment of his skills and bravery during their conquests together. Speaking of conquests, one cannot forget about Cuauhtemoc—the last Aztec emperor captured during the Conquest of Mexico. Colored engravings depict this historical event where Gabriel de Rojas Cordova played an essential role alongside Bernal Diaz del Castillo. The engravings themselves serve as visual reminders not only to honor these conquerors but also to remember their actions—both positive and negative—that shaped Mexican history forever. Ralph Bernal-Osborne is another name associated with these events—a descendant or perhaps someone inspired by those who came before him? Regardless, his connection to this narrative adds yet another layer to our understanding and appreciation for individuals like Bernal Diaz del Castillo who left indelible marks on history through their courage and determination.