Calais Collection (#6)

Calais Beach 2
Colin Dixon

RAF Attack concrete structure in Pas De Calais. (Calais). Picture taken before the attack. Pas-de-Calais is a department in northern France named after the French designation of the Strait of Dover

Winston Churchill in France May 1912 disembarks from a ship in Calais

Messerschmitt Bf 109E Black 12
Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3-B (werknummer 4101) Black 12 of the RAF St. Athan RAF Museum Reserve Collection outside the Museum on RAF St. Athan East Camp

After a siege lasting almost a year, Calais is forced to surrender to the English under Edward III : it will be more than 200 years before the French get it back again Date: 4 August 1347

French soldiers of the 48th Regiment of the Line embark aboard the English ship The St Vincent at Calais, destination the Crimea Date: 1854

A map showing the movement of King Edward III through France from Barfleur to Calais in the early 14th century, marking the battles at Crecy and Caen. Date: 1346

O the Roast Beef of Old England-The Gate of Caiais, March 6, 1749

An ordinary ship travelling between Douvre and Calais (Naviere ordinaire qui passe de Douvre a Calais), ship in the sea at center, other boats to left and right, a ship to left in the background

View of a part of Calais (Veue d un coin de Calais), a man sitting on an overturned canoe on the pier in center, men cooking over a fire to left

Tower of Calais (Tour de Calais), tower to right, two ships in the sea to left and in center, from Views of seaports (Vues de ports de mar), 1647

Entrance of Calais Harbour (Liber Studiorum, part XI, plate 55), January 1, 1816

Calais and Zetes led by Boreas and Oreithyia (Calai e Zeti condotti da Borea et Oritia), with female-headed sea creatures at the prow and stern, and a tree at shipdeck center

The Calais Ferry Boat leaving the Pier, Dover, Kent - setting off across the English Channel. 1934

Main High Street of Wizernes, Pas de Calais department, Hauts-de-France Region, France. Date: circa 1905

FRENCH MINERS STRIKE
Striking French miners process through the Pas de Calais. Date: 1906

ART / HOGARTH / ROAST BEEF
THE GATE OF CALAIS, OR, O THE ROAST BEEF OF OLD ENGLAND a satire on the well-fed English versus the poorly- fed French Date: 1749

WEBB NEAR CALAIS
Captain Webb just before reaching Calais, where he becomes the first person to swim the English Channel Date: 24 August 1875

Transport, Sea, P&O Stena cross channel ferry enroute from Dover to Calais

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France, Pas de Calais, Agriculture, Wheat fields in agriculture landscape north west of St Omer, blue sky with high windswept white clouds above

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FRANCE Nord Picardy Pas-de-Calais Calais colourful flowers and Town Hall. Travel Tourism Holiday Vacation Explore Recreation Leisure Sightseeing Tourist Attraction Tour Clock Tower Town Hall Calais

Queen Phillippa Interceding for the Citizens of Calais, (1347), 1890. Creator: Unknown
Queen Phillippa Interceding for the Citizens of Calais, (1347), 1890. Philippa of Hainault successfully persuaded her husband King Edward III to spare the lives of the Burghers of Calais during

King Henry VIII. Meeting... Francis at the... Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (c1930)
King Henry VIII. Meeting The French King Francis at the Famous Field of the Cloth of Gold, 1520, (c1930). Lavishly decorated tents were constructed at the field of the Cloth of Gold

The last snap-shot of King Edward, 1910. Creator: Unknown
The last snap-shot of King Edward, 1910. His Late Majesty about to board his yacht Alexandra at Calais en route for England. King Edward VII (1841-1910) in France shortly before his death

The Watch Tower and Hotel De Ville, Calais, France, 1895. The 13th-century Tour du Guet, and the old town hall, built in the early 19th century

Yorik, the Monk and Madame L- in the Inn Courtyard at Calais, c1760s, (1942). Creator: Adam Buck
Yorik, the Monk and Madame L- in the Inn Courtyard at Calais, c1760s, (1942). A Sentimental Journey by Laurence Sterne. Illustration by Adam Buck

The Museum and Royal Street - Calais, France
The Museum and Royal Street (La Rue Royale) - Calais, France Date: circa 1905

William Hogarths The Gate of Calais
Vintage engraving of The Gate of Calais, or O, the Roast Beef of Old England by William Hogarth. The scene depicts a side of beef being transported from the harbour to an English tavern in the port

At the Field of the Cloth of Gold, c1934. Illustration showing the historic meeting of King Henry VIII of England (1509-1547) and King Francis I of France (1515-1547) in northern France, June 1520

To Calais, 1835
To Calais, pub. 1835 (hand coloured etching)

The Siege of Calais, France, 1346-1347 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
The Siege of Calais, France, 1346-1347 (1864). During the Hundred Years War, Edward III (1312-1377) of England laid siege to Calais

Queen Philippa Pleads for the Men of Calais, c1907. From My Book of True Stories. [Blackie and Son Limited, London]

Town Hall, Calais, France. The Flemish Renaissance style town hall was built between 1914 and 1925. It suffered damage in both World Wars

Saunders-Roe SR. N4 Princess Anne Hovercraft
The Saunders-Roe SR.N4 (Saunders-Roe Nautical 4) Princess Anne, otherwise known as the Mountbatten-class, the biggest hovercraft to have been completed upon its introduction

WW1 - Cartoon - German gun Big Bertha in action
WW1 - A cartoon big lady personifying the German gun known as Big Bertha, firing from Calais at Dover. Date: 1918

France (19th c. ). Workers movement. Strike of
France (19th c.). Workers movement. Strike of miners in Pas-de-Calais. The strikerss demonstration on the streets of the city. Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

English excursionists at Calais, France, in the 19th century. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Sketchbook 86 sheets Sketchbook consisting sketches
Sketchbook with 86 sheets, Sketchbook consisting of 86 sheets with sketches made during a trip to the Netherlands starting in Calais, via Antwerp to Noord-Holland and ending in Dover

Reproduction tapestry Spanish Armada 29-31 July
Reproduction of a tapestry over the Spanish Armada (29-31 July), The English and Spanish fleet in the Channel between Dover and Calais, with the coat of arms of the English Queen Elizabeth I

Surprise attack Calais
Surprise attack on Calais

Assault Calais
Assault on Calais

The Surrender Of Calais To King Edward Iii. From The History Of England Published 1859

Map Of France At The Time Of The Treaty Of Bretigny, 1360. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R
Map Of France At The Time Of The Treaty Of Bretigny, 1360. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

The Spanish Armada Flying To Calais, 1588. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J. R
The Spanish Armada Flying To Calais, 1588. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green, Published London 1893

Reception Of Richard De Beauchamp, Earl Of Warwick, As Captain Of Calais For Henry V. Richard De Beauchamp, 13Th Earl Of Warwick, 1382 To 1439. English Medieval Nobleman And Military Commander

Gate Of Calais O The Roast Beef Of Old Engalnd From The Original Picture By Hogarth From The Works Of Hogarth Published London 1833

Queen Philippa Interceding With Her Husband Edward Iii To Spare The Lives Of The Burghers Of Calais. From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Map Showing The English Dominions In France After The Treaty Of Calais In 1360. From A First Book Of British History Published 1925

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Calais, a city steeped in history and cultural significance. From the iconic Captain Woolf Barnato with his Bentley to the Franco-British Exhibition in London promoting unity, it has left an indelible mark on our collective memory. Art enthusiasts are drawn to Calais for its connection to renowned painter Hogarth and his masterpiece depicting the traditional English dish of roast beef. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia and pride in our culinary heritage. The spirit of adventure is alive in Calais, as seen through the daring rowing feat of an Oxford crew crossing the treacherous English Channel. Their determination exemplifies the resilience that defines this remarkable city. Fields adorned with golden cloth capture the essence of Debay's work, showcasing nature's beauty intertwined with human creativity. It serves as a reminder that art can be found even in unexpected places. The Continental Boat Express stands as a testament to Calais' role as a gateway between nations, facilitating travel and fostering connections across borders. This transportation marvel has brought people together for generations. In 1947, amidst post-war recovery efforts, lovers strolled arm-in-arm on railway platforms beside the luxurious locomotive known as the "Golden Arrow. " This symbolized hope and renewal as passengers embarked on their journey from London to Dover before catching a ferry to Calais. William Hogarth immortalized The Gate through his etching, capturing its architectural grandeur for future generations to admire. His attention to detail transports us back in time and allows us to appreciate this historical landmark anew. Sir Andrew Judde, Lord Mayor of London during Tudor times, played a significant role in shaping both cities' destinies by fostering trade relations between them. His legacy lives on through these enduring ties. During World War I, recruitment posters like "Come Lad Slip Across and Help" rallied young men from all walks of life towards duty and sacrifice. These powerful images remind us of the bravery and selflessness exhibited by those who answered the call.