Captain Collection (#7)

Four-gun Bristol fighter plane at Agincourt, France
A four-gun Bristol fighter plane of No. 22 Squadron, RAF, with one Vickers and three Lewis guns, at Agincourt, France, towards the end of the First World War

Lord Hawke signs an autograph
Lord Hawke, captain of the Yorkshire cricket team, signs an autograph for a young admirer during the match between county champions Yorkshire

Cooks Map of Tahiti
Cooks map of Tahiti. Date: 1769

Maori man, profile, 18th century
Maori man. Engraved plate showing a profile of a Maori man. Clearly seen are the facial tattoos, hair comb and other jewellery worn

BASEBALL, 1895. Portraits of the captains of the twelve baseball clubs in the National League, 1895

Gallipoli evacuation WWI
Captain Davidson of the HMS Cornwallis (last ship to leave Suvla Bay) meets General Byng on the gangway after the evacuation

The King with the English cricket team
King George V, accompanied by Lord Cromer, President of the M.C.C and Mr. R.E.S Wyatt, the captain, shakes hands with the English cricke players at Lord s. Left to right are:- Mr. C.F Walters, H

Le Cateau 1914
With German forces nearly upon the field artillery at Le Cateau in northern France, Captain Douglas Reynolds leads a heroic rearguard action

The Horrors of Home
A Captain, home on leave during World War I returns to his tranquil countryside village to discover it is now a hub of industry complete with belching chimneys, manufacturing armaments for the war

American Anti-Aircraft Guns near London; Second World War, 1
Illustration showing an American anti-aircraft unit firing at enemy bombers, during a German raid on London in 1944. The gun shown is a 90-mm weapon

W. M. Woodfull struck by a cricket ball, Melbourne Cricket Gr
Photograph of William Maldon Woodfull (1897-1965), the Victoria and Australia cricketer, just after he had been struck by a cricket ball bowled by Harold Larwood in the match between the MCC

Pet Gazelle
Gazelle brought to England from Africa by Captain Denham of the Avon steamship : though a popular pet, it is sufficiently unusual to be mentioned by the ILN

Webb in Mid-Channel
Captain Webb nears the French coast in the first successful attempt to swim the English Channel

Schofield / Supermarine S6
Captain Harry Methuen Schofield and his Supermarine S6: he won the Schneider Trophy in 1927 and the Kings Cup in 1934

Alcock & Brown - 2
The Vickers Vimy in which Captain Alcock and Lieutenant Brown made the successful first crossing of the Atlantic by air

Boytons Water Show / Suit
Captain Paul Boyton demonstrates his life-saving suit at the Worlds Water Show at Earls Court, London

Boytons Water Show / Race
A race between Wallace Ross and George Bubear, American and British sculling champions, at Captain Boytons World Water Show at Earls Court, London

Wallis in Tahiti 1767
Tahiti, in the Society Islands, is discovered by Captain Samuel Wallis of the Royal Navy, and after initial hostilities he makes friends with their queen, Oberea

Beatty Book Cover
When Beatty kept the seas - Captain Frank H Shaws stirring patriotic adventure yarn is based on real-life naval exploits of the war

Captain Roberts
BARTHOLOMEW ROBERTS Captain Roberts, the pirate with sword in hand and tricorn hat

Trial: Boycott Incident
The trial of those who threatened the landowner Captain Boycott is heard before a packed courtroom

Bell at Battle of Alma
Captain Bell of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers captures a Russian gun at the Battle of Alma. He was awarded the Victoria Cross

Pan / Woodward / Hook& Croc
Captain Hook falls into the jaws of the crocodile

Pacific / Cook 1770
Captain Cook takes formal possession of New South Wales

Embarkation, J. Ephraim, c. 1865 - c. 1870

Capt. Lloyd (Eng. Polo Team), 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Lloyd (Eng. Polo Team), 1911.

Capt. John Weller, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. John Weller, 1911. Shows Captain John Weller of Paterson, New Jersey who attempted to cross the Atlantic in a motor boat in July 1911.

Capt. Fisher, Harvard, (1911?). Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Fisher, Harvard, (1911?). Shows Robert T. Fisher, probably when he was captain of the Harvard University football team in 1911.

Capt. Felix of Army Aero. Corps., between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Felix of Army Aero. Corps., between c1910 and c1915.

Capt. Hart - McGregor - Princeton, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Hart - McGregor - Princeton, between c1910 and c1915.

Capt. Hart, Princeton, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Hart, Princeton, between c1910 and c1915.

Capt. B.C. Decker, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. B.C. Decker, 1911.

Capt. R. Dahl, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. R. Dahl, 1910.

Capt. Hugo Osterhaus, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Hugo Osterhaus, 1910.

N.B. Broward, cameo portrait, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
N.B. Broward, cameo portrait, 1910.

Captain Seebohm, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Captain Seebohm, between c1910 and c1915.

Captain Von Krosigk, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Captain Von Krosigk, between c1910 and c1915. Shows German naval officer Wilhelm von Krosigk (1871-1953).

Captain Poncelet of SS France, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Captain Poncelet of SS France, between c1910 and c1915.

Capt. C.C. McCarthy of MEADE, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. C.C. McCarthy of MEADE, 1913. Shows captain of the U.S. Army transport ship Meade during American marines mobilizing at League Island, Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, PA, in Feb

Mayor Gaynor, (Polo Grounds,) Col. John Whalen, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Mayor Gaynor, (Polo Grounds,) Col. John Whalen, 1913. Shows (left to right) Captain Hill, New York City Mayor William Jay Gaynor, unidentified man, and Col. John Whalen.

Before Capt. Walsh's, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Before Capt. Walsh's, between c1910 and c1915. Shows grand jury members gathered outside the house of Captain Thomas W. Walsh at 1958 Madison Avenue, New York City

Capt. and crew of MACKAY-BENNETT, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. and crew of MACKAY-BENNETT, between c1910 and c1915.

Captain Candace Hewitt, E.R. Hewitt & wife, Lucy Hewitt, 1916. Creator: Bain News Service
Captain Candace Hewitt, E.R. Hewitt & wife, Lucy Hewitt, 1916. Shows Edward Ringwood Hewitt (1866-1957), inventor, chemist and an early expert on fly-fishing with his wife

Capt. J.A. Meissner, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. J.A. Meissner, between c1915 and c1920. James Armand Meissner (1896-1936), World War I flying ace.

Capt. W.C. Schauffler Jr. [& Lt. F.A. Tillman], 18 Nov 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. W.C. Schauffler Jr. [& Lt. F.A. Tillman], 18 Nov 1918. Captain W.G. Schauffler, Jr. standing and Lieutenant Fred A. Tillman in the seat of a Ninetieth Aero Squadron (Pair-a-Dice" Squadron)

Capt. O.J. Golden, Lt. L.G. McConkie, Lt. M.J. Cross, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. O.J. Golden, Lt. L.G. McConkie, Lt. M.J. Cross, between c1915 and c1920. Probably shows Oliver J. Golden (1882-1949), Michigan, Captain 49th Infantry

Captain Lott of the Persia, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Captain Lott of the Persia, 1864. 'The Portrait which we give of the well-known commander of the Cunard mail steamship Persia will be acceptable to all those who

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"Captains: Icons of Leadership and Courage" From the valiant Captain Matania leading the Last Absolution of the Munsters, to Queen Elizabeth II presenting Bobby Moore with the World Cup, captains have always embodied strength and determination. Just like John Mills in Ice Cold In Alex (1958), they navigate through treacherous terrains to achieve their goals. Captain Woolf Barnato with his Bentley showcases a different kind of leadership - one that combines elegance and power. Similarly, The Royal Logistic Corps exemplifies how captains ensure smooth operations behind the scenes. In moments of remembrance, we see Old Bill kneeling before the Cenotaph in Whitehall, paying tribute to fallen heroes. Even on the football field, such as Dulwich Hamlet FC team in 1936, captains inspire unity and teamwork. History tells tales of extraordinary individuals like Captain Francis Crozier aboard HMS Terror in 1845 or Flying Officer W E Johns creating thrilling Biggles stories for Modern Boy magazine. They ignite our imagination and remind us that bravery knows no bounds. Captain Scott's expedition at the South Pole in 1912 epitomizes unwavering determination despite insurmountable challenges. Meanwhile, Coyne Helicopter/UFO encounters highlight how even modern-day captains face mysterious situations beyond comprehension. Lastly, let us not forget Captain Albert Ball (1896-1917), VC, DSO - a true hero who fearlessly fought for his country during World War I. These captivating glimpses into various realms show that being a captain is more than just a title; it is an embodiment of resilience and inspiration. Whether leading armies or exploring uncharted territories, these remarkable individuals leave an indelible mark on history as beacons of leadership and courage.