Forbin Collection

St Elmos Fire / Malta
The French Admiral Forbin, off Malta, reports St Elmos fire at every extremity of his rigging Date: circa 1700

Does Britannia need New Bulwarks? The French Squadron in the Mediterranean (engraving)
1627739 Does Britannia need New Bulwarks? The French Squadron in the Mediterranean (engraving) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Does Britannia need New Bulwarks)

Archaeologist Bernardino Drovetti measuring a colossal head in the Egyptian desert, 1819
Bernardino Drovetti measuring a colossal head in the Egyptian desert, 1819. Drovetti (1776-1852) and his followers using a plumb line to measure the head

Jerusalem seen from Mount Josaphat. Artist: Forbin, Auguste de (1777-1841)
Jerusalem seen from Mount Josaphat. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

Claude De Forbin
CLAUDE, chevalier de FORBIN rench naval and military commander of the troops of the king of Siam. Date: 1656 - 1733

U. S. and French Navy ships transit the Arabian Sea
June 6, 2009 - Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) and French Navy destroyer FS Forbin (D 620)

French destroyer FS Forbin in the Arabian Sea
May 31, 2009 - French destroyer FS Forbin (D620) in the Arabian Sea

Fleet of Navy ships transit the Arabian Sea
December 10, 2010 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97), the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), the French navy aircraft carrier Charles De Gaulle (R 91)

USS Abraham Lincoln and French Navy destroyer Forbin
December 10, 2010 - The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), right, and the French Navy destroyer Forbin (D620) steam together in the Arabian Sea

The Crisis in Egypt, (A) the Fortifications of Alexandria Harbour, (B) the Allied
THE CRISIS IN EGYPT, (A) THE FORTIFICATIONS OF ALEXANDRIA HARBOUR, (B) THE ALLIED SQUADRON IN HARBOUR AT ALEXANDRIA: 1. The Khedives Yacht Maharoussa; 2. Greek Ironclad King George; 3

Thales Fielding after Comte de Forbin (British, 1793 - 1837), Vue de Ruines, a Tindare, color aquatint on wove paper

Duel / Constant
Duel with pistols between Benjamin Constant and Forbin des Issarts - firing from chairs

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"Forbin: A Journey Through History and Seas" Step into the world of Forbin, a name that resonates with tales of adventure, exploration, and naval prowess. From the fiery skies of St Elmos Fire to the captivating shores of Malta, this enigmatic figure has left an indelible mark on history. Intriguingly, Forbin's story begins not in battle but amidst intellectual discourse. "Does Britannia need New Bulwarks?" pondered many minds as they gazed upon an engraving depicting the French Squadron in the Mediterranean. Little did they know that one man would emerge from these discussions to shape destiny itself. Archaeologist Bernardino Drovetti measured a colossal head in the Egyptian desert in 1819 - a moment forever linked to our protagonist. It was here that Forbin's insatiable curiosity for ancient civilizations ignited, propelling him towards greatness. Jerusalem unfolded before his eyes from atop Mount Josaphat; artist Auguste de Forbin captured this breathtaking view for eternity. The allure of distant lands beckoned him further still. Claude De Forbin emerged as a name synonymous with leadership and valor during times of crisis - none more evident than during The Crisis in Egypt depicted vividly through an engraving. His unwavering resolve became his trademark as he navigated treacherous waters both literal and metaphorical. U. S. And French Navy ships sailed side by side through the Arabian Sea, united under one purpose - peacekeeping across vast oceans. Among them stood proud FS Forbin, a formidable French destroyer embodying strength and cooperation between nations. As fleet after fleet traversed these azure waters, it was impossible to ignore the presence of USS Abraham Lincoln alongside its steadfast companion - French Navy destroyer Forbin. Together they symbolized unity amidst diversity – two great powers working hand-in-hand for global stability. For centuries past and present alike, Claude De Forbin's legacy endures.