Conqueror Collection (page 9)

Entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon, 331 BC, (18th century). Artist: Johann Georg Platzer
Entry of Alexander the Great into Babylon, 331 BC, (18th century). The city of Babylon (now in modern-day Iraq) surrenders to Alexander the Great (356-323 BC)

Alexander the Great, Macedonian king and soldier. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon (c356-323 BC) conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Napoleon in Egypt, 1799. In 1798, wary of Napoleons (1769-1821) growing popularity in France, the revolutionary government sent him to Egypt on a campaign aimed at disrupting British trade with

William I, the Conqueror, King of England, c1067 (19th century). William (1027-1087) receiving the English leaders after the Norman conquest of 1066

Attila (c406-453) King of the Huns from 434, 19th century. Known as The Scourge of God, Attila led his armies on a series of campaigns through the Roman Empire in the 440s and 450s

Caricature of Wilhelm I of Prussia, Franco-Prussian war, 1870-1871. From a private collection

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) on his deathbed, 1830. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) as a youth, listening to his tutor Aristotle, c1875. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c1873
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), 1425
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great, (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c336-c323 BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC). In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 3rd century BC. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1924. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to India

Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), c1800
Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), 1800. Romanticised portrayal of Alexander in a plumed helmet. In only 13 years, Alexander III of Macedon conquered a vast empire stretching from the Mediterranean to

Alexander and Porus, c1673. Artist: Charles le Brun
Alexander and Porus, c1673. Detail showing Alexander the Great in a blue robe and with a plumed helmet

William the Conqueror at Old Sarum J030099
OLD SARUM, Wiltshire. Reconstruction drawing of William the Conqueror receiving the barons in 1086, by Peter Dunn (English Heritage Graphics Team)

William the Conqueror at the siege of Gerberoy Castle
William the Conqueror on horseback at the siege of Gerberoy Castle, Oise, northern France. The siege and battle took place in the winter of 1078-1079. 1078-1079

Tariq ibn Ziyad (670-722). Muslim General of the Berber tribe of Nafza who led the Muslim conquest of the Visigothic Hispania. Engraving

Diego Garc?=?a de Paredes (1468-1533). Engraving. Colored
Diego Garc?=?a de Paredes (1468-1533). Spanish military. Engraving. Colored

Francisco Hernandez de Cordoba (? -1517). Spanish explorer. Colored engraving

Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (c. 1043-1099), known as El Cid, riding
Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (c.1043-1099), known as El Cid. Castilian nobleman, military leader and diplomat. El Cid riding Babieca. Colored engraving

SAMORY TOURE (c1830-1900). West African ruler. Pen-and-ink drawing, French

PIZARRO, Francisco (1476-1541). Spanish military man, conqueror of Peru. Anonymous portrait of Francisco Pizarro. Oil on wood

Gonzalo Jimenez de Quesada
Conquistador Gonzalo Jimenez de Quesada portrait. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Diego Velazquez de Cuellar, Spanish conqueror of Cuba. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Tamerlane - Timur Lenk
TIMUR LENK (Timur the Lame) Turkic conqueror, made himself Lord of Transoxiana with capital at Samarkand. Died during expedition to conquer China

Tuthmosis Iii, Pharaoh
TUTHMOSIS III, PHARAOH also known as THUTMOSE etc, also Menkheperre, dominated when young by his stepmother Hatshepsut, later a successful conqueror and opulent ruler

Gnaeus Julius Agricola, 40 Ad - 93 AD. Roman general who conquered much of Engand. In this picture he introduces the arts and sciences to the native Britons

Tamerlane, or Timur, 1320s or 1330s - 1405. Turko-Mongol conqueror. Founder of Timurid dynasty in Central Asia. After a 17th century work

Babur holding Court, 1589

Scene From The Bayeux Tapestry. William And Harold In Bayeux, Normandy. Then, On Right, Harold Sails Back To England. From French Pictures By The Rev. Samuel G. Green, Published 1878

Scene From Bayeux Tapestry. King William And Advisers Plan Invasion Of England. Men Begin Felling Trees For Boat Building. From French Pictures By The Rev. Samuel G. Green, Published 1878

A Norman Knight Dressed In Chain Mail And Helmet Carrying Spear And Shield. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

A Norman Archer From The Army Of William The Conquerer. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

A Norman Spearman From The Army Of William The Conquerer. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Fragment Of The Bayeux Tapestry Showing Two Mounted, Armoured Knights Of William The Conquerors Army In Combat During The Battle Of Hastings. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Fragment Of The Bayeux Tapestry, With Edging, Showing The Construction Of Ships For William The Conqueror. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

Great Seal Of William The Conqueror. William The Conqueror C. 1027 To 1087 Aka William I Of England And William Ii, Duke Of Normandy. King Of England

From Bayeux Tapestry. William Duke Of Normandy With Eustatius Count Of Boulogne

Francisco Pizarro, 1471-1541. Spanish Conquistor, Conqueror Of Peru

Francisco Pizarro GonzAalez Circa 1471-1478 To 1541 Spanish Conquistador From A 19Th Century Engraving

Francisco Pizarro Gonzalez 1471-1541. Spanish Conquistador, Conqueror Of Peru. From The Book Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Marcus Claudius Marcellus Ca. 268 Bc-208 Bc. Roman General, One Of The Commanders Of The Roman Army During The Second Punic War And The Conqueror Of Syracuse

William The Conqueror William I Of England 1027 To 1087 From The National And Domestic History Of England By William Aubrey Published London Circa 1890

Battle of Hastings J000017
BATTLE ABBEY, East Sussex. Battle of Hastings reconstruction drawing by Peter Dunn. William uses his archers again in last attack on the English

Battle of Hastings J000012
BATTLE ABBEY, East Sussex. Battle of Hastings reconstruction drawing by Peter Dunn showing the Bretons fleeing downhill pursued by the English Fyrdmen

Spanish Conquest of Peru. Battle of Anaquito or Inaquito (1546), outskirts of present-day Quito, between Nueva Castilla and Viceroyalty of Peru leaded by Gonzalo Pizarro (1502-1548)

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"Conqueror: From the Battle of Hastings to Genghis Khan" In the iconic painting, "Battle of Hastings IC008_018, " we witness the defining moment when William I, known as William the Conqueror, triumphed over Harold II in 1066. This historic clash forever altered the course of English history. Another depiction capturing this pivotal event is seen in Wilkin's artwork titled "Battle of Hastings K021254. " The intensity and determination on both sides are palpable as they wage war for power and control. Traveling back even further in time, we arrive at Old Sarum J030098, an ancient hill fort that witnessed countless battles and conquests throughout its existence. It stands as a testament to human ambition and territorial dominance. The Battle of Hastings J960036 serves as a reminder of how one man's ambition can reshape an entire nation. William I's victory solidified his reign over England and established him as a legendary conqueror. Beyond Europe, conquest took various forms across different continents. In "The cacique of Tabasco presents to Hernan Cortes twenty Indians, " we glimpse at Hernan Cortes' role in conquering Mexico during the Spanish colonization era. Moving eastward, we encounter another formidable conqueror - Genghis Khan. A Chinese silk album leaf from Yuan Dynasty showcases his might and influence during his Mongol Empire rule. Even Holy Roman Emperors sought to expand their dominion through military campaigns. Frederick I Barbarossa was one such ruler who left an indelible mark on European history with his ambitious conquests. Throughout history, battles like those fought at Hastings have shaped nations and empires alike. They remind us that behind every great empire or civilization lies a conqueror who dared to dream big and seize opportunities for greatness.