Embarkation Collection (#5)

Embarkation of French Troops, at Toulon (engraving)
1618963 Embarkation of French Troops, at Toulon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of French Troops, at Toulon)

Embarkation of Prince Napoleon, at Chalons, for the Eastern Expedition (engraving)
1618955 Embarkation of Prince Napoleon, at Chalons, for the Eastern Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of Prince Napoleon)

Embarkation of Troops at Gravesend, for Foreign Service (engraving)
1617449 Embarkation of Troops at Gravesend, for Foreign Service (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of Troops at Gravesend, for Foreign Service)

Embarkation of Sir Andries Stockenstrom, at Cape Town (engraving)
1625651 Embarkation of Sir Andries Stockenstrom, at Cape Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of Sir Andries Stockenstrom, at Cape Town)

Five-Inch Howitzer and Limber ready for Embarkation for South Africa (engraving)
1592933 Five-Inch Howitzer and Limber ready for Embarkation for South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Embarkation of the Body of the late Emperor Maximilian at Vera Cruz, Mexico (engraving)
1588458 Embarkation of the Body of the late Emperor Maximilian at Vera Cruz, Mexico (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Progress of Princess Alexandra, Princess of Wales (engraving)
1588212 The Progress of Princess Alexandra, Princess of Wales (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Progress of Princess Alexandra, Princess of Wales)

The War, Embarkation of Egyptian Troops at Alexandria for Constantinople (engraving)
1602428 The War, Embarkation of Egyptian Troops at Alexandria for Constantinople (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War)

Embarkation of the King of Portugal, at Lisbon (engraving)
1602288 Embarkation of the King of Portugal, at Lisbon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of the King of Portugal, at Lisbon)

Embarkation of Sir C J Napier, at Dover (engraving)
1618021 Embarkation of Sir C J Napier, at Dover (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of Sir C J Napier, at Dover)

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden, Embarkation in the Royal Yacht Osborne at Gottenborg (engraving)
1613306 Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden, Embarkation in the Royal Yacht Osborne at Gottenborg (engraving) by English School

Embarkation of the King of Sardinia at Genoa (engraving)
1608436 Embarkation of the King of Sardinia at Genoa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of the King of Sardinia at Genoa)

The Spanish-American War, Embarkation of Mules for Transportation to Cuba (litho)
1606223 The Spanish-American War, Embarkation of Mules for Transportation to Cuba (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War)

Embarkation of French Troops in English Vessels, at Calais (engraving)
1607599 Embarkation of French Troops in English Vessels, at Calais (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Embarkation of French Troops in English Vessels)

The Departure of Turkish Troops from Crete, the Embarkation on the Quay at Candia (engraving)
1606736 The Departure of Turkish Troops from Crete, the Embarkation on the Quay at Candia (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

War Preparations (litho)
1043157 War Preparations (litho) by Spence, Percy F.S. (1868-1933) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: War Preparations)

Emigrants Leaving Old England, from the magazine The Graphic
CHT199681 Emigrants Leaving Old England, from the magazine The Graphic, 18th December 1869 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Visit of the Ex-Empress Eugenie to Zululand, the Departure from Southampton (engraving)
1045332 Visit of the Ex-Empress Eugenie to Zululand, the Departure from Southampton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Departure of the Emperor of Russia (engraving)
1105726 Departure of the Emperor of Russia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of the Emperor of Russia)

Departure of the Emperor of Russia, the Embarkation at Woolwich (engraving)
1101272 Departure of the Emperor of Russia, the Embarkation at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of the Emperor of Russia)

Embarkation of Dockyard Workmen as Emigrants at Portsmouth (engraving)
1103947 Embarkation of Dockyard Workmen as Emigrants at Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

American troops boarding a ship, Spanish-American War, 1898 (chromolitho)
1094475 American troops boarding a ship, Spanish-American War, 1898 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American troops boarding a ship)

Embarkation at Genoa [recto], 1612. Creator: Jacques Callot
Embarkation at Genoa [recto], 1612

Embarkation at Genoa, 1612. Creator: Jacques Callot
Embarkation at Genoa, 1612

Invasion Embarkation. Battled-dressed U.s soldiers file down embarkment of an
Invasion Embarkation. Battled-dressed U.S soldiers file down embarkment of an invasion embarkation port on the coast of England to board (Landing Craft Vehicle Personnel)

Winston Churchills visit to America; taken at the Port of Embarkation on board HMS Duke of York. At the Port of Embarkation

World War II: Women. A view through the shed at a British Port when the largest contingent of A.T.S. girls since D-Day left for Normandy. August 1944 P010060

The Re-embarkation of the Troops, c. 1614. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Re-embarkation of the Troops, c. 1614

The Re-embarkation of the Turks, c. 1614. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Re-embarkation of the Turks, c. 1614

Embarkation of St. Ursula, 1665. Creator: Claude Lorrain
Embarkation of St. Ursula, 1665

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Turkey, Kusadasi, Royal Caribbean cruise ships, Splendour of the Seas on left, Navigator of the Seas on right

Marseille, France - Bassin de la Joliette. Date: circa 1908

Genoa Maritime Station - Nuova Stazione Marittima - Italy
The Genoa maritime station - finally opened in 1930 - the main point of embarkation for the cruise traffic of the port of Genoa (Genova), Italy. It is located in Ponte dei Mille. Date: 1933

The Embarkation of William of Orange from Holland for England, 1688, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Embarkation of William of Orange from Holland for England, 1688, c1930. The departure of William III of Oranges invasion fleet from the port of Hellevoetsluis in the Netherlands on 11 November

Las Palmas - The St. Catalina Wharf - Puerto de la Luz
Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain - The St. Catalina Wharf - Puerto de la Luz (La Luz Port). Date: circa 1910s

Surf Boats landing at Safi, Morocco
Surf Boats (large rowing barges) landing at Safi, Morocco Date: 1929

Passengers boarding the steamer Earl Godwin, London, c1905. The steamer is next to the Victoria Embankment. Cleopatras Needle and Waterloo Bridge can be seen in the background

His Majestys Embarkation at Greenwich, for Scotland, 1822. View of George IV and his entourage embarking for Scotland on the River Thames at Greenwich. He is being waved off by figures in boats

Loyal London Volunteers, 1804. A handwriting broadsheet showing the Loyal London Volunteers embarking from Blackfriars Bridge for a grand field day

Dice Quay, Lower Thames Street, London, 1788. Artist: Charles Ansell
View of Dice Quay, London, 1788; with figures waiting to embark for Margate, Kent

The Embarkation of the English in Holland, 30 November 1799. In August 1799 the British and Russians launched a combined invasion of the Netherlands, then a French vassal state

Jean-Antoine Watteau (1684-1721). Embarkation for Cythera (1717). Louvre Museum. Paris. France

Embarkation ark
Embarkation of ark

Lord Kitchener Boarding Hms Hampshire, June 5, 1916. Kitchener, His Staff, And 643 Of The Crew Died When The Ship Struck A Mine And Sank

Venice, Italy The Embarkation Of The Doge. Engraved By Challis After Basfano

Passengers boarding Zeppelin LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin, 1933. The Graf Zeppelin was the most successful airship ever built. Between its first flight in 1928 and retirement in 1937

Departure of the Pilgrim Fathers from Delft Haven, July 1620, (19th century). Artist: T Bauer
Departure of the Pilgrim Fathers from Delft Haven, July 1620, (19th century). The Pilgrim Fathers, members of the English Separatist Church sect of Puritans fled religious persecution in 1609

Good bye! The 3rd Battalion Grenadier Guards Leaving Waterloo Station, October 21st 1899. Chromolithograph after George Harcourt; published by ?Girl?s Own Paper?, October 1900. Date: 1899

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Embarkation has been a pivotal aspect of human history, symbolizing journeys and new beginnings. From the small boats used in the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II to the landing jetty in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, these scenes depict moments of departure and anticipation. In Claude Lorrain's painting "The Embarkation of the Queen of Sheba, " created around 1648 but reminiscent of ancient times, we witness regal figures boarding their vessels with grandeur and grace. Similarly, Henry VIII's embarkation at Dover in 1540 showcases the power and opulence associated with royal departures. Traveling across continents, we find ourselves at the ferry port in Prinkipo - Constantinople, Turkey. This bustling hub witnessed countless embarkations as people embarked on voyages to various destinations. Meanwhile, Casablanca's maritime station served as a gateway for adventurers venturing into unknown territories. J. Ephraim's artwork from the late 19th century captures an era where embarkation was not limited to royalty or explorers; it became part of everyday life for many individuals seeking new opportunities or reuniting with loved ones. "The Embarkation Of The Black Watch To Fontenoy" immortalizes a significant military event while highlighting how embarkations were not always joyous occasions but rather marked by duty and sacrifice. Looking back further in time, Christopher Columbus' historic voyage is depicted through his embarkation at Palos de la Frontera. This momentous event forever altered world history by opening up new horizons and connecting distant lands. Even centuries before Columbus set sail, ships like the 14th-century galley engraved by Serra showcased technological advancements that enabled exploration beyond familiar shores. These vessels played crucial roles in conquests such as King James I of Aragon's triumph over Majorca during medieval times.