Defending Collection (#9)

Marble Group found in Windsor Great Park, "Venus defending a Nymph from a Faun"(engraving)
1601687 Marble Group found in Windsor Great Park, " Venus defending a Nymph from a Faun" (engraving) by English School

France protects the national flag against antipatriotism (colour litho)
2779547 France protects the national flag against antipatriotism (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Episodes of the German advance in Russia (colour litho)
2778576 Episodes of the German advance in Russia (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Episodes of the German advance in Russia)

The defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion (litho)
3627080 The defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion (litho) by Pearse, Alfred (19th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dame Elizabeth Treffry defending Place House, Fowey, Cornwall against the French, 1475 (colour litho)
3642002 Dame Elizabeth Treffry defending Place House, Fowey, Cornwall against the French, 1475 (colour litho) by Andre, Richard (1834-1907); Private Collection; (add.info)

The wounded Count Ernst Rudiger von Starhemberg among the defenders of Vienna, 1683 (engraving)
3647528 The wounded Count Ernst Rudiger von Starhemberg among the defenders of Vienna, 1683 (engraving) by Pletsch, Oskar (1830-88); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cimbrian women defending their baggage train against attacking Roman soldiers, late 2nd Century AD (engraving)
3647082 Cimbrian women defending their baggage train against attacking Roman soldiers, late 2nd Century AD (engraving) by German School

Storming of a city (engraving)
3646995 Storming of a city (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Storming of a city)

The column of Roland at Halberstadt (chromolitho)
667014 The column of Roland at Halberstadt (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The column of Roland at Halberstadt)

Frontispiece from Football: Our Winter Game, by Charles W
NFM315144 Frontispiece from Football: Our Winter Game, by Charles W. Alcock, 1874 (litho) (see also 315142 & 315144) by English School, (19th century); National Football Museum, Manchester

Caesar crosses the Thames, illustration from Hutchinson
STC363596 Caesar crosses the Thames, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1920 (litho) by Ward, Charles Daniel (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

So that France is victorious as at Valmy!, advertisement for the Banque de
MTL198107 So that France is victorious as at Valmy!, advertisement for the Banque de l Union Parisienne, 1918 (poster) by Willette

North-Western Afghan mountain troops fighting against the British, engraved by H
CHT165184 North-Western Afghan mountain troops fighting against the British, engraved by H. Koch (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bayard, Emile Antoine (1837-91) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

Ms 927 Fol. 29v Courage and Cowardice, from Ethics, Politics and Economics
XIR165168 Ms 927 Fol.29v Courage and Cowardice, from Ethics, Politics and Economics by Aristotle (384-322 BC) (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Rouen

Bayard at the siege of Mezieres, illustration from Francois Ier: Le Roi Chevalier
STC441426 Bayard at the siege of Mezieres, illustration from Francois Ier: Le Roi Chevalier, by George G. Toudouze, pub. 1909 (colour litho) by Robida

They fought on grimly, illustration from
STC397057 They fought on grimly, illustration from Battles of the Nineteenth Century by Archibald Forbes, G.A. Henty and Major Arthur Griffiths (litho) by Soper

Shepherdess defended by her dog, illustration from Le Petit Journal
STC415953 Shepherdess defended by her dog, illustration from Le Petit Journal: Supplement illustre, 9th January 1898 (colour litho) by Meyer

Madame Dieulafoy Attacked by Plundering Arabs, c. 1880-99 (litho)
498383 Madame Dieulafoy Attacked by Plundering Arabs, c.1880-99 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jane Dieulafoy (1851-1916) was a French archaeologist

Eskimaux Encampment on Richards Island, from Narrative of a Second Expedition
STC181162 Eskimaux Encampment on Richards Island, from Narrative of a Second Expedition to the Shores of the Polar Sea in the Years 1825-27 by Sir John Franklin (1786-1847)

The Chevalier de Gramont, from Histoire des Pirates by P
CHT175095 The Chevalier de Gramont, from Histoire des Pirates by P. Christian, engraved by A. Catel, 1852 (coloured engraving) by Debelle

Italy next to the Allies in the hour of the test (colour litho)
2808685 Italy next to the Allies in the hour of the test (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Italy next to the Allies in the hour of the test)

Attack on the French fort of Timimoun in Algeria (colour litho)
2782180 Attack on the French fort of Timimoun in Algeria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack on the French fort of Timimoun in Algeria)

A Colima Warrior, c. 100 BC-250 AD
1767145 A Colima Warrior, c. 100 BC-250 AD by Colima Culture; 41.9 high cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Colima Warrior, Protoclassic, Ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250)

De Kantzow defending the treasury at Mynpooree 1857 AD (litho)
1266274 De Kantzow defending the treasury at Mynpooree 1857 AD (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassells History of England pulished circa 1920)

Repulse of the French Imperial Guard, in their desperate attack on Hougoumont
1268437 Repulse of the French Imperial Guard, in their desperate attack on Hougoumont, defended by the British guards under Lord Saltoun, lithograph by R

Danton defending himself before the Tribunal (engraving)
654713 Danton defending himself before the Tribunal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Danton defending himself before the Tribunal)

Britannia (chromolitho)
6030661 Britannia (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Britannia.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Anne du Bourg and Henry II in the Paris Parlement, 10th June 1559, 1893 (oil on canvas)
5862791 Anne du Bourg and Henry II in the Paris Parlement, 10th June 1559, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Laurens, Jean Paul (1838-1921); Hotel de Ville, Paris

The Gutians capturing a Babylonian city from the Akkadians
3614183 The Gutians capturing a Babylonian city from the Akkadians, from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, pub.1915 by English School

Hands off! (colour litho)
3627296 Hands off! (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hands off! British lion defending the Empire from a German eagle)

The Magpie defending her Nest (engraving)
3628602 The Magpie defending her Nest (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Magpie defending her Nest)

Defence not Defiance, early 20th century (oil on canvas)
3506256 Defence not Defiance, early 20th century (oil on canvas) by Craft, Percy Robert (1856-1934); 79.2x115 cm; Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Coventry, UK; eHerbert Art Gallery & Museum

To Keep Alive the Glory of the Guards (litho)
3637875 To Keep Alive the Glory of the Guards (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: To Keep Alive the Glory of the Guards)

The defence of the heights of Bunker Hill against the British, 1775 (engraving)
3647564 The defence of the heights of Bunker Hill against the British, 1775 (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099 (engraving)
3647808 Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099)

The Man & The Snake, illustration from Aesops Fables, pub
2907426 The Man & The Snake, illustration from Aesops Fables, pub. 1887 (colour litho) by Crane, Walter (1845-1915); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Students of the Ecole Polytechnique defending the Barriere du Trone, one of the gates of Paris, in 1814 (colour litho)
2780017 Students of the Ecole Polytechnique defending the Barriere du Trone, one of the gates of Paris, in 1814 (colour litho) by French School

Lieutenant Thomas Wilkinson, Loyal North Lancaster Regiment (colour litho)
701953 Lieutenant Thomas Wilkinson, Loyal North Lancaster Regiment (colour litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The heroines de France: the sister of du Guesclin (colour litho)
2818540 The heroines de France: the sister of du Guesclin (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The heroines de France: the sister of du Guesclin)

The Cross of the City of Paris (colour litho)
2819176 The Cross of the City of Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cross of the City of Paris)

Surgeon Home defending the wounded (colour litho)
2801149 Surgeon Home defending the wounded (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surgeon Home defending the wounded)

King Henry Vth defending his brother at the Battle of Agincourt (engraving)
2808232 King Henry Vth defending his brother at the Battle of Agincourt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Episode Of The Cold In Hungary, Wolves Assault The Inhabitants Of The Countryside Where The Thermometer Marks
2798619 An Episode Of The Cold In Hungary, Wolves Assault The Inhabitants Of The Countryside Where The Thermometer Marks, 15 (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Virginians defending themselves against Indians (engraving)
3103321 Virginians defending themselves against Indians (engraving) by Darley, Felix Octavius Carr (1822-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Virginians defending themselves against Indians)

Druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans
STC385201 Druids inciting the Britons to oppose the landing of the Romans, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Royal Marine Comandos man a trench at San Carlos, 1982 (b / w photo)
PNP386868 Royal Marine Comandos man a trench at San Carlos, 1982 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Defending: A Tale of Courage, Strategy, and Resilience" In the heart of the Zulu War at Rorke's Drift, brave soldiers stood tall against adversity, defending their position with unwavering determination. Just like the Scaredy Cat Plant - Coleus canina Hybr. - that drives away cats and dogs, these defenders showcased their fierce spirit in protecting what they hold dear. Leon-Maxime Faivre's masterpiece "Deux meres (Two Mothers), 1888" captures the essence of a mother's instinct to defend her children at all costs – a timeless symbol of love and protection. With sword held high in Kendo martial arts, fighters embody discipline and skill as they defend themselves from any attack that may come their way. Ulster 1914 patriotic postcard reminds us of the strength found within unity when communities rally together to defend their shared values and beliefs. Davy Crockett, an American folk hero known for his bravery during battles, exemplifies the indomitable spirit required to defend one's principles even in times of great peril. Like chess pieces on a board, strategic moves are made by those who understand that defense is just as important as offense when it comes to achieving victory in life's challenges. Bamburgh Castle stands proudly on England's coast – a testament to centuries-long efforts to protect its inhabitants from external threats; reminding us that sometimes defending means fortifying our foundations against potential harm. Witnessing murmuration of common starlings with Peregrine falcon soaring above showcases nature’s delicate balance between predator and prey – where each species must fiercely defend its own survival instincts while respecting others' roles in this intricate dance called life. A female Common Eider duck fearlessly defends her nest from an Arctic fox; showcasing maternal instinct combined with unwavering courage against formidable odds – proving once again that mothers will go to extraordinary lengths for the safety of their young.