Greek War Of Independence Collection (#2)

"The Greek War of Independence: A Struggle for Freedom and Identity" In the early 19th century, Greece was under Ottoman rule

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Russian and Turkish fleet before the Battle of Chesma on July 5, 1770

Russian and Turkish fleet before the Battle of Chesma on July 5, 1770. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse

Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827, 1828. Artist: Reinagle, George Philip (1802-1835)

The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827, 1828. Artist: Reinagle, George Philip (1802-1835)
The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827, 1828. Private Collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Metropolitan Germanos raising the banner of freedom (From the Album of Greek Heroism), ca 1835

The Metropolitan Germanos raising the banner of freedom (From the Album of Greek Heroism), ca 1835. Private Collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Christos Anagnostaras (From the Album of Greek Heroism), ca 1835

Christos Anagnostaras (From the Album of Greek Heroism), ca 1835. Artist: Hess, Peter von (1792?1871)
Christos Anagnostaras (From the Album of Greek Heroism), ca 1835. Private Collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Brig Mercury. Artist: Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900)

Brig Mercury. Artist: Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900)
Brig Mercury. Private Collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Constantine Kanaris destroys by fire three Turkish ships of the line at Tchesme

Constantine Kanaris destroys by fire three Turkish ships of the line at Tchesme (From the Album of G Artist: Hess)
Constantine Kanaris destroys by fire three Turkish ships of the line at Tchesme (From the Album of Greek Heroism). Private Collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Brig Mercury fighting two Turkish ships on May 14th, 1829, 1829. Artist: Anonymous

Brig Mercury fighting two Turkish ships on May 14th, 1829, 1829. Artist: Anonymous
Brig Mercury fighting two Turkish ships on May 14th, 1829, 1829. From a private collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The brig Mercury encounter after defeating two Turkish ships of the Russian squadron, 1848

The brig Mercury encounter after defeating two Turkish ships of the Russian squadron, 1848. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov after the Victory of Chesma, Second Half of the 18th cen Artist

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov after the Victory of Chesma, Second Half of the 18th cen Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov after the Victory of Chesma, Second Half of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Portrait of the commander-in-chief of the fleet Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma (1737)

Portrait of the commander-in-chief of the fleet Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma (1737)
Portrait of the commander-in-chief of the fleet Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma (1737?1808), Late 18th cent.. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Palace Gatchina, St

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Battle of Navarino, c1880. Artist: C. R

Battle of Navarino, c1880. Artist: C. R
Battle of Navarino, c1880. Episode of Greek War of Independence (1821-1832). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Battle Was Maintained With Unabated Fury For Above Four Hours, c1895, (1902)

The Battle Was Maintained With Unabated Fury For Above Four Hours, c1895, (1902). The Battle of Navarino was fought on 20 October 1827

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Mount Pernathia and New Navarino, c1880

Mount Pernathia and New Navarino, c1880. Episode of Greek War of Independence (1821-1832). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Artist: Anonymous

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Laskarina Bouboulina, heroine of the Greek War of Independence (Commemorative Gold drachma), 2000

Laskarina Bouboulina, heroine of the Greek War of Independence (Commemorative Gold drachma), 2000. Artist: Anonymous
Laskarina Bouboulina, heroine of the Greek War of Independence (Commemorative Gold drachma), 2000. From a private collection

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Map of Navarino bay, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Anonymous master

Map of Navarino bay, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Anonymous master
Map of Navarino bay, First quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Greek Women Imploring at the Virgin of Assistance, 1826. Artist: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)

Greek Women Imploring at the Virgin of Assistance, 1826. Artist: Scheffer, Ary (1795-1858)
Greek Women Imploring at the Virgin of Assistance, 1826. Found in the collection of the National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Greece on the Ruins of Missolonghi, 1826. Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)

Greece on the Ruins of Missolonghi, 1826. Artist: Delacroix, Eugene (1798-1863)
Greece on the Ruins of Missolonghi, 1826. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Bordeaux

Greek War Of Independence Collection: Portrait of Laskarina Bouboulina, 1830. Artist: Friedel, Adam (ca. 1780-?)

Portrait of Laskarina Bouboulina, 1830. Artist: Friedel, Adam (ca. 1780-?)
Portrait of Laskarina Bouboulina, 1830. Found in the collection of the Bouboulina Museum, Spetses

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Russian Ship of the Line Azov and a Frigate at Anchor in the Roads of Elsinore, 1828

The Russian Ship of the Line Azov and a Frigate at Anchor in the Roads of Elsinore, 1828. Found in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The naval Battle of Navarino, 20th October 1827, (1893). Artist: J Godfrey

The naval Battle of Navarino, 20th October 1827, (1893). Artist: J Godfrey
The naval Battle of Navarino, 20th October 1827, (1893). The Battle of Navarino was fought on 20 October 1827, during the Greek War of Independence (1821-1829) in Navarino Bay

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Battle of Navarino, 20 October 1827 (oil on canvas)

The Battle of Navarino, 20 October 1827 (oil on canvas)
XIR868437 The Battle of Navarino, 20 October 1827 (oil on canvas) by Garneray, Ambroise-Louis (1783-1857); ChAteau de Versailles

Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Siege of Navarino, 20th October 1827 (coloured engraving)

The Siege of Navarino, 20th October 1827 (coloured engraving)
XIR241522 The Siege of Navarino, 20th October 1827 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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Greek War Of Independence Collection: The Resistance of Forty Greek Rebels in a Tower in Thebes in 1833 (coloured engraving)

The Resistance of Forty Greek Rebels in a Tower in Thebes in 1833 (coloured engraving)
XIR214123 The Resistance of Forty Greek Rebels in a Tower in Thebes in 1833 (coloured engraving) by Kraus, Georg Melchior (1737-1806); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

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"The Greek War of Independence: A Struggle for Freedom and Identity" In the early 19th century, Greece was under Ottoman rule, but its people were determined to regain their independence. This period marked the beginning of the Greek War of Independence, a fierce battle fought by brave individuals who yearned for freedom. One such figure was Alexandros Mavrokordatos, whose portrait captures his unwavering spirit as a Greek freedom fighter in Turkey. His Excellency's determination and leadership inspired many others to join the cause. Markos Botsaris is another legendary hero who left an indelible mark on history. In Jean-Leon Gerome's painting from 1874, Botsaris stands tall with pride and courage, epitomizing the resilience of the Greek fighters. The plight of Greek refugees is depicted in Francesco Hayez's artwork from 1834. The boat filled with desperate fugitives serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this tumultuous time. Eugene Delacroix's masterpiece "The Massacre at Chios" portrays one of the most tragic events during this war. It depicts innocent civilians falling victim to brutal violence, highlighting both the horrors endured by Greeks and their unwavering resolve to fight back against oppression. Nikolakis Mitropoulos' image from Louis Dupre's "Voyage à Athenes et à Constantinople" showcases another valiant warrior fighting for his homeland. Mitropoulos represents countless individuals who bravely faced danger on behalf of their beloved Greece. The Battle of Karpenisi holds great significance in this struggle for independence. Franciszek Tomasz Tepa's painting immortalizes Markos Botsaris leading his troops into battle on that fateful night in August 1823 – a testament to his unwavering commitment to liberate Greece from tyranny. Naval warfare played a crucial role in shaping history during this period.