Heroic Collection (#7)

Illustration, La Chanson de Roland (The Song of Roland), Battle of Roncevaux (778). Charlemagne hears Rolands horn, calling for help, but they will arrive too late to save the hero. Date: 778

Rustam Lassos Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), ca. 1450. Creator: Unknown
Rustam Lassos Rakhsh, Folio from a Shahnama (Book of Kings), ca. 1450

Grace Darling and her Father Saving the Shipwrecked Crew, September 8th, 1838, (1942). In 1838 Grace Darling and her father William Darling, a local lighthouse keeper

French soldiers... after the Battle of Champagne, northern France, First World War, 1915, (c1920)
French soldiers receiving medals after the Battle of Champagne, northern France, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Heroes of the Champagne Battle

Ruyter, (1607-1676), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Ruyter, (1607-1676), 1830. Michiel de Ruyter (1607-1676) Dutch admiral during the Anglo-Dutch Wars, folk hero known for his part in the Raid on the Medway

The heroism of the Cossacks, 1915. Creator: Unknown
The heroism of the Cossacks, 1915. L Heroisme Des Cosaques: Ils poursuivent la cavalerie allemande sur un pont en feu. Russian cossacks chase the Germany cavalry over a burning bridge in a scene

Lucknow, India - The Residency - Sir Henry Lawrence Monument
High cross Sir Henry Lawrence Memorial in The Residency, Lucknow - Sir Henry (1806-1857) acted heroically during the Siege of Lucknow in 1857

WW1 - Return of the body of Heroine Nurse Edith Cavell into Dover Harbour on the R class destroyer HMS Rowena on 14th May 1919. Date: 1919

My Bunkie, 1899 (oil on canvas)
3432878 My Bunkie, 1899 (oil on canvas) by Schreyvogel, Charles (1861-1912); 64x86.4 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; American, out of copyright

The Girl I Left behind Me, 1880, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
The Girl I Left behind Me, 1880, (c1902). After a painting in the New Walk Museum & Art Gallery, Leicester. Soldiers returning victorious from the Napoleonic wars. From The Nations Pictures

Wellingtons March from Quatre Bras to Waterloo, 1815, (c1878), (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Wellingtons March from Quatre Bras to Waterloo, 1815, (c1878), (c1902). After a painting in the Museums Sheffield collection

Box in which the freedom of the City [of London] was presented to Garibaldi, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Box in which the freedom of the City [of London] was presented to Garibaldi, 1864. General Garibaldi received an address and gifts from the Italian committee of London at the Crystal Palace

Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889

The Return of Ulysses. Scene from Homer´s Ulysses, 1812. Creator: CW Eckersberg
The Return of Ulysses. Scene from Homer´s Ulysses, 1812

The Warsaw Uprising Monument, a striking bronze ensemble, depicts Armia Krajowa (Home Army) fighters emerging from the shattered brickwork of the ruined city

Soviet poster, Lenin points the way forward
Soviet poster showing Lenin behind a red banner, pointing the way forward for the October Revolution. Date: circa 1917

British plane crash with dead pilot, WW1
A crashed British plane with the dead pilot lying on the ground during the First World War. German soldiers gather round to examine the wreckage. Date: 1914-1918

The Spirit of America, 1919 (colour litho)
699131 The Spirit of America, 1919 (colour litho) by Christy, Howard Chandler (1873-1952); 76x51 cm; Private Collection; © Galerie Bilderwelt

Heroic print
Dionisis Gemos

RMS Titanic, photograph, Captain Edward John Smith
RMS TITANIC, Period oversize photograph showing Titanic's Captain Edward John Smith on board the Olympic with rare note The accompanying photograph of Captain Smith is provided by the voluntary

T Campbell Black, pilot Date: 1935

H L Brook, pilot Date: 1935

Flight Lieutenant G H Stainforth Pilot Raf 1935
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Flight-Lieutenant R L R Atcherley, pilot Date: 1935

Flight-Lieutenant J N Boothman, pilot Date: 1935

Captain Hs Broad, pilot Date: 1935

Captain C D Barnard, pilot Date: 1935

C W A Scott, pilot Date: 1935

Studio portrait of Samuel Cody, with Michelin Trophy
EARLY AVIATION PIONEERS - THE SAMUEL CODY ARCHIVE: A fine May & Co. studio portrait of Cody alongside his Michelin Trophy. 12ins. 10ins. Date: early 20th century

WW2 Peter The Pilot
This illustration shows Peter waking from his dream, only to be met by his heroic father who has been away, serving the Royal Air Force during WW2. Date: circa 1940

The Heroic Stand of L Battery, RHA, at Nery, France
The Heroic Stand of L Battery, RHA, skirmish at Nery, northern France, part of the Retreat from Mons, 1 September 1914, First World War Date: 1915

William Wallace rescuing a child at Cartland Craigs, Lanarkshire, Scotland Date: 13th century

The First from the Lifeboat Date: circa 1890

Mother's Devotion by Alexander Rosell Date: 1902

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

General Jean Meiser
A sculpture of General Jean Meiser of the Belgian Army, Commander of the Legion of Honour. Labelled as a heroic defender of Dixmude who stopped the German army on their way to the channel ports in

Lifesavers by Stettman. Date: circa 1908

In Memoriam, Heroic Musicians of the Titanic who died at their posts like men - Wallace Hartley, bandleader and violinist; Percy C Taylor, cellist; Georges Krins, violinist; Roger Bricoux

Robert Falcon Scott, Terra Nova Expedition, Antarctic
Robert Falcon Scott Terra Nova Expedition - important archive of 52 negatives taken by Lt. Henry Birdie Bowers during the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition that claimed the lives of Scott

Heroic midshipman carrying ammunition to British fighters
Heroic midshipman carrying ammunition to hard-pressed British fighters Date: 1916

Two VCs and a DFC
Sergeant John Hannah, V.C. Pilot Officer C. A. H. Connor, D.F.C. And Flt. Lt. R. A. B. Learoyd, V. C. being celebrated for their achievements leading to Victoria Crosses

The Motor Picture Book, Fire Engines Past and Present Date: 1930

Gunboat encounter between Nelson and Don Miguel Tyrason, 1797 - This was a service hand-to-hand with swords, in which my Coxswain John Sykes twice saved my life. Date: 1797

James Braidwood, fireman hero, London
James Braidwood, fireman hero of The Great Fire at Tooley Street, London Bridge, 22 June 1861 Date: 1861

Statue of Alfred the Great, Wantage, Oxfordshire. Date: 1880

Herbert Beerbohm Tree, actor, as Antony
Herbert Beerbohm Tree, English actor and theatre manager, as Antony in Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra. Date: 1907

WW2 poster, The Battle of Britain, August-October 1940, Churchill quotation in Portuguese - Nunca na Historia da Guerra, tantos deveram tanto a tao poucos

WW1 poster, Souscrivez a l'Emprunt National - Pour le Drapeau! Pour la Victoire! (Subscribe to the National War Loan - For the Flag! For Victory!) Date: 1917

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"Unyielding Valor: Tales of Heroism Throughout History" A fearless fireman emerges from the flames, carrying a young girl to safety, reminding us that heroes walk among us every day. The Last Stand of the 44th Regiment at Gundamuck during the Retreat from Kabul in 1841 stands as a testament to the unwavering bravery and sacrifice of soldiers in dire circumstances. In an awe-inspiring depiction, James Prinsep Beadle captures the Attack of the Ulster Division on July 1st, 1916, immortalizing their heroic efforts amidst unimaginable chaos. Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell's indomitable spirit shines through as he leads with courage and inspires countless others as an English soldier. Once again, a heroic firefighter selflessly rescues a young girl from raging flames, proving that true bravery knows no bounds. A Roman statue portrays Hercules in his drunken state but reminds us that even flawed heroes can rise above their weaknesses to achieve greatness. The ancient manuscript page of Beowulf echoes tales of heroism passed down through generations, celebrating those who fought against insurmountable odds for honor and glory. Through German propaganda posters during WWI, we glimpse how they sought to create heroes out of ordinary men by instilling nationalistic fervor and inspiring acts of valor on the battlefield. Piper Findlater's remarkable feat at Dargai in 1897 showcases The Gordon Highlanders' unwavering determination and highlights individual acts of heroism within larger conflicts throughout history. "Britain's Sea Power Is Yours" - An empowering slogan reminding citizens that they too have a role to play in defending their nation's freedom; heroes are not limited to those wearing uniforms alone. WWII poster urges individuals to take flight with RAF fighters – illustrating how ordinary people could become heroes by joining the fight against tyranny.