Douro Collection (#4)

The new Royal Exchange, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The new Royal Exchange, 1844. View of the Royal Exchange and equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, in the City of London. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

The Duke of Wellington, 1828. Creator: William Say
The Duke of Wellington, 1828

Inauguration of the Wellington Statue, Glasgow, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Inauguration of the Wellington Statue, Glasgow, 1844. Unveiling of an equestrian sculpture of British soldier and politician Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, in front of the Royal Exchange

The City Wellington Statue, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The City Wellington Statue, 1844. Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, made by Sir Francis Chantrey. The scupture stands outside the Royal Exchange in London

A Cabinet Council, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
A Cabinet Council, 1834. Prime Minister Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, says How is the Kings Government to be carried on? - that is the question!

New State Omnibus, or the Man wot is Cad... 1834. Creator: John Doyle
New State Omnibus, or the Man wot is Cad to the Man wot was Cad to the Man wot drove the Sovereign, 1834. John Bull says Time ; Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington

Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. Creator: John Doyle
Hounds on a Wrong Scent, or the Red Herring Drag illustrated, 1836. The Duke of Wellington drags a herring with the head of John Singleton Copley in a comment on British politics

Wellington Monument, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Wellington Monument, London, c1910. Bronze equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner, designed in 1888 by Joseph Edgar Boehm

Duke of Wellington, c1830, (c1884). Creator: Unknown
Duke of Wellington, c1830, (c1884). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) Anglo-Irish soldier and Tory statesman educated at Eton College

The Duke of Wellington, c1800-1810, (1890). Creator: Unknown
The Duke of Wellington, c1800-1810, (1890). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769 -1852) British soldier and Tory statesman served twice as Prime Minister

His Grace the Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852), 1816. Creator: Unknown
His Grace the Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852), 1816. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852) Anglo-Irish soldier and Tory statesman served twice as Prime Minister

The Battle of Waterloo, (18 June 1815), 1816 Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Waterloo, (18 June 1815), 1816. Fought on Sunday, 18 June 1815. The French army under Napoleon Bonaparte was defeated by an allied British army under the Duke of Wellington

Sir Arthur Wellesley commanding at the Battle of Assaye, (1803), 1816. Creator: Unknown
Sir Arthur Wellesley commanding at the Battle of Assaye, (1803), 1816. Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852) and the British East India Company defeated the Maratha Empire at the Battle of Assaye in 1803

God Grants Victory to England, 1816. Creator: Unknown
God Grants Victory to England, 1816. From " The History of the War, from the Commencement of the French Revolution to the Present Time, Vol. III", by Hewson Clarke, Esq. [T

The Duke of Wellingtons duel with the Earl of Winchilsea, Battersea Fields, London, 1829 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Meeting of Wellington and Blucher after the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (c1890). Creator
Meeting of Wellington and Blucher after the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Accession of King George V, 1910. Creator: Unknown
Accession of King George V, 1910. Proclaiming the King from the Royal Exchange: The great crowd watching the ceremony on Monday morning

Panorama of the city of Oporto, Portugal, 1895. Creator: W &s Ltd
Panorama of the city of Oporto, Portugal, 1895. Porto, (or Oporto), on the Douro River estuary, lies 2 miles from the rivers mouth on the Atlantic Ocean

The Battle of Vittoria, June 21 - 1813, (19th century). Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Vittoria, June 21 - 1813, (19th century). At the Battle of Vitoria in Spain, British, Portuguese and Spanish forces under the Duke of Wellington broke the French army under Joseph

View from Mont St. Jean of The Battle of Waterloo... 1815, (c1816). Creator: Unknown
View from Mont St. Jean of The Battle of Waterloo at the commencement of the grand Charge made on the French at 7 o clock in the Evening of the 18th June 1815, (c1816)

Lion de Waterloo, mid 19th century. Creator: Vanderhecht
Lion de Waterloo, mid 19th century. War memorial on the site of the Battle of Waterloo in Belgium, fought on 8 June 1815 between Napoleons forces

Prend moi tel que je suis, 1834. Creator: IB Brookes
Prend moi tel que je suis, 1834. ( Take me as I am ). Ah. Doura - glad to see you _ knew you would not form the new administration without me - Well what am I fit for eh

View of Toro (Zamora) on the Douro River, lithograph, 1812

Panoramic view of Porto. Found in the Collection of Biblioteca Nacional, Brasil

Portugal, c1930s. Artist: EA Waymark
Portugal. These curious flat-bottomed boats, some with enormous rudders, are specially built to carry cargoes of the famous wine of the valley through the treacherous reefs

The Passage of the Douro, 1902. Artist: WP
The Passage of the Douro, 1902. The Second Battle of Porto, also known as the Battle of the Douro (12 May 1809), fought between the French Empire and allied United Kingdom and Portugal

View of Oporto, Portugal, c1880. Artist: Swain
View of Oporto, Portugal, c1880. View of the city from the Douro River

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"Douro: A River of History and Beauty" The Douro River, flowing gracefully through the heart of Porto, Portugal, holds within its depths a rich tapestry of history and beauty. Named after the renowned Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, who played a crucial role in the Peninsular War during 1814-1815, this majestic river has witnessed centuries of stories unfold. As the sun sets over Porto's enchanting cityscape and casts a golden glow upon the water's surface, one cannot help but be captivated by its ethereal charm. The City of Porto stands proudly on its banks, with its colorful buildings reflecting in the gentle ripples below. Sherry boats or port barges gracefully navigate along the Douro River. These vessels carry precious cargo – barrels filled with Portugal's famous Port wine. They serve as a reminder that this region is not only blessed with natural beauty but also renowned for its exquisite wines. The Old Town embraces both sides of the riverbanks like an ancient guardian watching over time itself. Cobblestone streets wind their way through narrow alleys lined with charming houses adorned with traditional Portuguese tiles. One cannot miss gazing at the iconic Dom Luis I Bridge spanning across the Douro River. This magnificent metal arch bridge connects Vila Nova de Gaia to Porto and offers breathtaking views from every angle. It serves as a symbol of unity between these two vibrant cities. Posters advertising Matthew Gloag & Son catch your eye as you stroll along Porto's streets – reminders that even amidst historical grandeur; modernity finds its place here too. Away from Portugal's shores lies The Royal Anchor in Liphook, Hampshire - an unexpected connection to our story about Douro. This pub bears witness to timeless tales shared among friends while sipping on glasses filled with memories inspired by Portugal’s beloved river. Douro: where history meets nature.