Heroism Collection (#41)

The Embleme of Englands Distractions, 1658, (1899)
The Embleme of Englands Distraction as also of her attained and further expected Freedom and Happines per H. M. 1658, (1899)

Wellington at Madrid, 1812 (c1850s). The Duke of Wellington welcomed by the people of Madrid after capturing the city during his campaign to drive the French out of Spain

Death of Sir John Moore, 1809, (c1850s). Moore (1761-1809) commanded the British forces at the Battle of Corunna (La Coruna), Peninsular War, Spain 16 January 1809

Petruchio, 1891. A character from The Taming of the Shrew. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Florizel and Perdita, 1891. The lovers from The Winters Tale. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Orlando, 1891. Artist: H Saunders
Orlando, 1891. The hero from As You Like It. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Malvolio, 1891. Malvolio, a character from Twelfth Night, wearing cross garters. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise

Rosalind, 1891. Artist: H Saunders
Rosalind, 1891. A character from As You Like It wearing mens clothes. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Ann Page, 1891. Artist: A Calcott
Ann Page, 1891. A character from The Merry Wives of Windsor. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Mistress Page and Mistress Ford, 1891. Artist: H Saunders
Mistress Page and Mistress Ford, 1891. Characters from The Merry Wives of Windsor. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise

Falstaff, 1891. Sir John Falstaff, a character from Henry IV Parts I and II, and The Merry Wives of Windsor. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott

Othello and Iago, 1891. Characters from The Moor of Venice. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Romeo, 1891. Artist: Fanny Bowers
Romeo, 1891. The hero from Romeo and Juliet. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C

Hamlet, 1891. Artist: H Saunders
Hamlet, 1891. The hero from Hamlet. A colour lithograph from Shakespeares Heroes and Heroines after Sir A Callcott, C R Leslie, D Maclise, A Redgrave,s Hart & C, published by Raphael Tuck & Sons

Tom Mix, American film actor, 1933. Mix (1880-1940) was the star of many early Western films. He made a reported 336 features between 1910 and 1935, all but 9 of them silent

Passage Through The Storm, (1885). Artist: Garnier
Passage Through The Storm, (1885). A man carries a woman through puddles. Illustration from 18th Century Institutions, Usages And Costumes, France 1700-1789, by Paul Lacroix, (Paris, 1885)

Giuseppe Garibaldi, Italian patriot and soldier of the Risorgimento, (1893). Artist: W Holl
Giuseppe Garibaldi, Italian patriot and soldier of the Risorgimento, (1893). Garibaldi (1807-1882) was involved in the Young Italy movement

Sir John Moore, British soldier and general, (1870). Artist:s Freeman
Sir John Moore, British soldier and general, (1870). Moore (1761-1809) commanded the British forces at the Battle of Corunna (La Coruna), Peninsular War, Spain 16 January 1809

The Death of General Richard Montgomery at Quebec, 1775, (1872). A romanticized version of the unsuccessful 1775-1776 winter assault on Quebec City by American forces under Montgomery (1736-1775)

The Death of General Wolfe at Quebec, 1759, (1872). James Wolfe (1727-1759), English soldier, lies dying on the Heights of Abraham as Quebec is captured from the French on 13 September 1759

Captain Horatio Nelson, 1777-1781, (19th century). A portrait of Nelson (1758-1805) in captains full-dress uniform, with his hands resting on his sheathed sword in front of him

Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, 19th century. One of Britains greatest military figures, Admiral Nelson (1758-1805) was the victor at a number of naval battles in the Napoleonic Wars

Lord Nelson at Merton House in early September 1805, (19th century). Artist: C John M Whichelo
Lord Nelson at Merton House in early September 1805, (19th century). One of Britains greatest military figures, Admiral Nelson (1758-1805)

Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, English naval commander, 19th century. One of Britains greatest military figures, Admiral Nelson (1758-1805)

Venus and Aeneas, 17th century. Artist: Sebastien Bourdon
Venus and Aeneas, 17th century. According to Greem Mythology, Aeneas was aTrojan hero who was the son of Prince Anchises and Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love (Venus in the Roman pantheon)

Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. Artist: Carle van Loo
Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. The hero Perseus rescuing Andromeda from the sea monster. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Priam and Achilles, 17th century. Artist: Padovanino
Priam and Achilles, 17th century. Priam, King of Troy, pleading with Achilles for the return of the body of his son, Hector, who Achilles killed in combat

The Fight between Entellus of Sicily and Dares of Troy, c1544. Artist: Luca Penni
The Fight between Entellus of Sicily and Dares of Troy, c1544. Penni, Luca (1500/4-1577). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Alexander Nevsky, Duke of Novgorod, Grand Duke of Vladimir, (1666). Nevsky (1219-1263) won a series of victories against the invading Swedes and Teutonic knights, notably on the river Neva in 1240

Perseus and Andromeda, 1620s. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Perseus and Andromeda, 1620s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

They Shall Not Pass! 1914-1918, 1918. Artist: Maurice Neumont
They Shall Not Pass! 1914-1918, 1918. A poster from the Union of the Great French Associations Against Enemy Propaganda. It refers to the two French victories at the Marne

Captain Lebediev heroically defending the bastion at Port Arthur, Russo-Japanese War, 1904. When the Russians reneged on an agreement to withdraw troops from Manchuria

At Marseille, The return of wounded French soldiers from China, 1901. Illustration published in, Le Petit Journal, 27th January 1901

An heroic mother, 1897. Artist: Henri Meyer
An heroic mother, 1897. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th October 1897. A woman trying to regain control of a runaway horse and cart

Perseus delivers Andromeda from the sea monster, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Perseus delivers Andromeda from the sea monster, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Perseus cuts off Medusas head, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Perseus cuts off Medusas head, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Phineus is delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Phineus is delivered from the Harpies by Calais and Zethes, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

John Paul Jones, hero in the American Revolutionary War, (c1930s). Artist: George B Matthews
John Paul Jones, hero in the American Revolutionary War, (c1930s). Jones (1747-1792) was the first well-known naval hero in the American Revolutionary War, and founded the US Navy

Perseus Delivering Andromeda, 1775. Artist: W Walker
Perseus Delivering Andromeda, 1775. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1775

Cerberus, chained by Hercules, infects the Earth with his foam, 1774. Artist: W Walker
Cerberus, chained by Hercules, infects the Earth with his foam, 1774. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1774

Achelous in the shape of a bull is vanquished by Hercules, 1655. Artist: Michel de Marolles
Achelous in the shape of a bull is vanquished by Hercules, 1655. A plate from Michel de Marolless Tableaux du Temple des Muses, Paris, 1655. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Perseus delivers Andromeda from the sea monster, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Perseus delivers Andromeda from the sea monster, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Bellerophon fights the Chimera, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Passage of the Argonauts through the Symplegades, Hellespont, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Passage of the Argonauts through the Symplegades, Hellespont, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Perseus cuts off Medusas head, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Perseus cuts off Medusas head, 1733. A plate from Le Temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Achelous in the shape of a bull is vanquished by Hercules, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Achelous in the shape of a bull is vanquished by Hercules, 1733. Hercules fought the river god Achelous for the hand of Deianira. A plate from Le temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733

Hercules fights the Lernian hydra, 1733. Artist: Bernard Picart
Hercules fights the Lernian hydra, 1733. A plate from Le temple des Muses, Amsterdam, 1733. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

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"Unyielding Courage: A Glimpse into Heroism Through Time" In the face of adversity, heroes emerge from all walks of life. From the valiant soldiers who fought in the Attack of the Ulster Division on 1 July 1916, to the visionary leadership of Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, heroism takes many forms. Even ancient legends depict heroism with a touch of irony; a Roman statue portrays Hercules in his drunken state, reminding us that even flawed individuals can rise above their shortcomings to achieve greatness. Heroes are not limited to battlefields alone. Michael O'Leary's poster exemplifies modern-day heroism through entrepreneurship and innovation. His relentless pursuit transformed an entire industry and inspired countless others to challenge conventions. The Gordon Highlanders' Piper Findlater winning the V. C. At Dargai in 1897 showcases how ordinary people can perform extraordinary acts when faced with unimaginable circumstances. Heroic tales extend beyond national borders as well. "Britain's Sea Power Is Yours" reminds us of the courage displayed by sailors who protected their homeland against formidable foes across vast oceans. Che Guevara's image on a wall in Havana serves as a reminder that heroism is not confined to conventional notions but can also be found within those fighting for social justice and equality worldwide. From historical events like The South Wales Borderers defending Rorke's Drift during the Zulu War in 1879, to iconic moments captured by artists like Washington Crossing the Delaware or The Sortie Made by the Garrison of Gibraltar, heroes have shaped our world throughout history. Lenin's portrait reflects his role as a revolutionary leader whose actions left an indelible mark on society during tumultuous times. Similarly, General Gordon's tragic death symbolizes sacrifice and unwavering dedication towards noble causes. These glimpses into various facets remind us that bravery knows no boundaries or limitations.