Drake Collection (page 3)

USA, Colorado, Fort Collins. Three mallard drakes in grass

USA, New Mexico, Albuquerque. Male wood duck

USA, New Mexico, Socorro. American wigeon in small pond

Sir Francis Drake - Explorer

Mary Newman cottage, wife of Sir Frances Drake

Statue of Sir Frances Drake, Plymouth

Rochdale Centre and Drake Street early 1900s

Drake Circus, Plymouth early 1900's

Plymouth Drake Circus early 1900s

Naval, Drake and Armada Memorials, Plymouth, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

WW2, Admiral Drake
A WW2 childrens book illustration from The Blue-Eyed Cat. The image shows Admiral Drake leading the gallant navy of chicks dressed in sailor uniforms. Date: circa 1945

Letter sent by King Philip II to City Council of La Coruna
Philip II (1527-1598). King of Spain. Letter sent by King Philip II to the City Council of La Coruna thanking the city for its resistance to the English siege

The English Armada. Statement of causes which moved the chief commanders of the Navy of Her Most Excellent Majesty the Queen of England on the Voyage and Expedition to Portugal

Ephemeris expeditionis Norreysii & Draki in Lusitaniam
The English Armada. Ephemeris expeditionis Norreysii & Draki in Lusitaniam. Account of the expedition of Francis Drake and John Norris in 1589 against the Spanish-Portuguese ports

Siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589
Diary and relation of the siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589, by Captain Juan Varela. Manuscript, facsimile of the 19th century. From the Royal Galician Academy. Maria Pita House Museum

George Hunt and Ted Drake, Arsenal footballers
George Hunt and Ted Drake, Arsenal's centre-forwards in confidential conversation at Highbury Date: 1946

British battleship, HMS Good Hope, Drake-class armoured cruiser, launched in 1901 Date: early 20th century

Corporal A. Drake VC
A sketch giving an impression of the VC action of Corporal Alfred George Drake of the Rifle Brigade. His citation reads For most conspicuous bravery on the night of 23rd Nov

Sir Francis Drake playing bowls, with the Spanish Armada in sight at Plymouth Hoe, England in 1588
2638477 Sir Francis Drake playing bowls, with the Spanish Armada in sight at Plymouth Hoe, England in 1588. by English School

Sir Francis Drake, from British Adventure published by Collins, 1947 (litho)
3435591 Sir Francis Drake, from British Adventure published by Collins, 1947 (litho) by Hondius, Jodocus (1567-1611); Private Collection; (add.info)

The attack of Cadiz, 1634 (engraving)
529890 The attack of Cadiz, 1634 (engraving) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: In April 1587 a raid by the Englishman Sir Francis Drake occupied the harbour of)

The Southern Aviary at London Zoo
The Southern Aviary (White Stork, Gannet, Manderin Drake, Brown Pelicans, Black-winged Kite, Egyptian Kite, Goliath Heron, Comorants) at London Zoo by Charles Howard

Male and female wood ducks, resting on fallen tree, Kentucky Date: 06-04-2021

Eurasian wigeon flying Date: 20-01-2015

Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) drake walking on snow-covered, frozen lake, London, UK. February

Harlequin duck, Histrionicus histrionicus (Anas histrionica). Male and female
FLO5004431 Harlequin duck, Histrionicus histrionicus (Anas histrionica). Male and female. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Sowerby from The British Miscellany, or Coloured figures of new

Canvasback drake

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An American Wigeon drake (Anas americana). Date: 27/07/2006

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Two Northern Pintail drakes (Anas acuta). Date: 27/07/2006

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An American Wigeon drake (Anas americana) calling. Date: 27/07/2006

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A Wood Duck drake (Aix sponsa) calling. Date: 27/07/2006

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A Wood Duck drake (Aix sponsa). Date: 27/07/2006

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A Wood Duck drake (Aix sponsa) Date: 27/07/2006

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A Wood Duck drake (Aix sponsa) Date: 27/07/2006

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A Mallard drake (Anas plathyrhynchos) in flight, blur Date: 27/07/2006

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A Mallard drake (Anas plathyrhynchos) Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus). Date: 27/07/2006

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A Hooded Merganser drake (Lophodytes cucullatus) Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake Mallard (Anas plathyrhynchos) Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus). Date: 27/07/2006

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A drake American Wigeon (Anas americana) in flight. Date: 27/07/2006

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American Wigeon (Anas americana) male landing on pond, winter Date: 25/05/2005

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American Wigeon (Anas americana) male landing on pond, winter Date: 25/05/2005

DDE-90028002
Canada, British Columbia, Westham Island, George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Northern Pintail drake (Anas acuta) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Westham Island, George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Northern Pintail drake (Anas acuta) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Westham Island, George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Northern Pintail drake (Anas acuta) Date: 20/05/2008

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Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver, Stanley Park, Common Goldeneye drake(Bucephala clangula) preening Date: 20/05/2008

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Drake, the legendary English admiral, forever etched in history for his daring exploits on the high seas. With The Armada in sight, he stood tall upon Plymouth Hoe in 1880, a symbol of courage and resilience. As depicted by John Seymour Lucas in 1911, Drake's unwavering determination shines through. But beyond his naval triumphs, Drake's legacy extends to various realms. From music to nature, his name resonates with diverse associations. Mairzy Doats and Dozy Doats - a whimsical tune that captured hearts - perhaps even inspired Drake during moments of respite from battle. In Hessen, Germany, a pair of Mandarin Ducks gracefully swim across a serene lake. Their vibrant plumage reminiscent of the colorful tales surrounding Sir Francis Drake himself. A man who navigated uncharted waters fearlessly. Janet Baker's voice soared alongside Bryan Drake and Peter Pears' harmonies; their performances echoing through time as testaments to artistic brilliance intertwined with the spirit of exploration embodied by Sir Francis Drake. The Mallard Duck drake takes flight effortlessly; its wingspan mirroring the vastness of oceans conquered by its namesake centuries ago. Male and female ducks alike display beauty and grace while paying homage to this historical figure. Siebolds hosta flourishes under dappled sunlight; its leaves an emblematic tapestry representing growth and endurance akin to those qualities exhibited by Sir Francis Drake throughout his life at sea. Even in death did he leave an indelible mark: buried at sea near Portobelo, Panama – a final resting place befitting one who defied boundaries set forth by both land and water.