Fleets Collection (#3)

Illumination of the Fleets at Spithead on the Evening of the Grand Admiralty Banquet, Uk, 1865

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277644; it is possible that some works by this artist may be protected by third party rights in some territories

Battle of Sole Bay, 1665, Dirk Stoop, 1665

Battle of Cape La Hogue, 1692, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1694

The Strained Relations between Turkey and Greece, the Combined Fleets of the Great Powers in Suda Bay, Crete, 1886: Combined Squadron of the Great Powers at Anchor in the Bay

The Battle of La Hogue Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: B. West
The Battle of La Hogue Signed and dated in black paint, lower left: " B. West. 1778, retouched 1806.", Benjamin West, 1738-1820, American

Navarino
20th October 1827: The Battle of Navarino during the Greek War of Independence, where the Turkish and Egyptian forces were defeated by the combined fleets of Great Britain, France and Russia

Air Fleet Club - Germany - Zeppelin Ride - quite what the residents of the town being illuminated from above by the searchlights thought of this is not known.... Possiby LZ-2 Date: circa 1906

Battle of Lepanto, October 1571. Fleets of Spain, Venice and the Pope, under command of Don John Juan of Austria, defeated the Turks in the last great sea battle involving Galleys. Artist unknown

Battle of Vigo Bay, Spain, 12 October 1702. Spanish treasure fleet defeated by combined English and Dutch fleets. War of the Spanish Succession 1701-1714. Dutch plan of the engagement

Trafalgar : painting by James Mallord William Turner (1775-1851). Oil on canvas. Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805, between British and Franco-Spanish fleets

The French And British Fleets At Cherbourg, France: View Of The Roadstead After The Arrival Of The English Squadron, 1865

Attack on New London, American Revolutionary War: Plan of the Position of the English and French Fleets Immediately before the Action, September 5, 1781, from Stedmans History of the American War

Illumination of the Fleets at Spithead on the Evening of the Grand Admiralty Banquet, Uk, 1865

Seven Years War. Naval battle between the French and the English fleets (20th May 1756). The English squadron taking refuge in Gibraltar. Engraving. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Our victorious fleets in Cuban waters. Date c1898

A satirical look at Germanys defeat in 1915
" The New Year - By An Optimist" The mood is tongue in cheek, and yet there remains a hint of hopeful optimism in this cartoon by George Studdy

Naval battle, 17th century
Naval battle in Oresund between The Netherlands and Sweden 1658. Contemporary engraving. Date: 1658

Fishing boats moored at harbour in sea mist, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Fishing boats moored at harbour, near Muranzel, Aveiro, Portugal, march

Our sailor King, King George V, Royal Navy airmen flying over the British Fleet in Weymouth Bay. The Royal Yacht, Victoria and Albert

Admiral Sir John R. Jellicoe
Photograph of Admiral John R. Jellicoe (1859-1935), supreme commander of the British fleets in 1914. Although criticised at the time of the Battle of Jutland for failing to categorically defeat

French Steamers / Haiti
English and French fleets in the harbour of Gonaive, Haiti

Ww1 / 1915 / George / Poincare
King George of England and President Poincare review their fleets - sent to the sea-bed by Germanys U-boats !

Victory at Vigo / 1702
The combined English and Dutch fleets under Sir George Rooke destroy the French and Spanish fleet at Vigo, and capture a number of Spanish treasure galleons

Battle of Scheveningen
BATTLE OF SCHEVENINGEN The French and Dutch fleets in action off the Dutch coast

Trafalgar, Birds Eye
A birds eye view of the opposing fleets

Trafalgar / From Stanfield
The Battle of Trafalgar and the victory of Lord Nelson over the combined French and Spanish fleets

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"Fleets: A Journey Through Naval History" From the majestic British Fleet at Spithead in 1914 to the resounding Victory of the Roman fleet over Carthaginians at the Battle of the Aegates in 241 BC, they have played a crucial role in shaping history. Picture yourself standing on deck, gazing at the impressive 1886 square-rigger ship Balclutha as it sails gracefully through turbulent waters. Feel the thrill and anticipation of being part of Lepanto's monumental battle, where a united fleet triumphed against all odds. H. M. S. Iron Duke stands tall, symbolizing strength and power that defined an era. As you flip through a collection of ocean liner books, immerse yourself in tales of grandeur and luxury that once graced these magnificent vessels. Transporting us back to Trafalgar's Bay, witness English ships lighting warning beacons amidst tumultuous waves; their unwavering determination echoing through time. The Battle of Cape Ecnomus during the First Punic War showcases naval warfare tactics that forever changed military strategies. Marvel at HMS Swiftsure, a pre-dreadnought battleship from the Swiftsure-class era - its imposing presence evoking both awe and fear among adversaries. Imagine sailing aboard a 1st century Roman corbita with its sleek design cutting effortlessly through azure waters. The sight of Ark Royal emerges from history's depths - this iconic British ship leaves an indelible mark on maritime heritage with its side view etched into memory. They have been more than mere vessels; they are symbols of courage, unity, and exploration throughout centuries. They embody humanity's relentless pursuit for adventure across vast oceans while defending nations' interests. As we reflect upon these glimpses into naval history captured by engravings and photographs alike, let us honor those who sailed these mighty fleets - their legacy lives on within our collective consciousness.