Hewson Collection (#2)

King William Seizing His Brother Odo, 1838. William I (c.1028-1087), the first Norman King of England, reigning from 1066 until his death in 1087

Death of William Rufus, 1838. William II (c1056-1100), King of England from 1087 until 1100. King William II was killed by an arrow whilst out hunting. From The History of England, Vol

King Williams Malediction on his Son, 1838. William I (c.1028-1087), the first Norman King of England, reigning from 1066 until his death in 1087

Cruelty of Dunstan to Edwy & Elgiva, 1838. Edwy (d.959), King of England from 955. Queen Elgiva and Dunstan (909- 988), an Abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, a Bishop of Worcester

Alfred in the Isle of Nobles, 1838. Alfred the Great (849-899), King of Wessex from 871 to 899. From The History of England, Vol. 1, by David Hume, Esq. & Hewson Clarke, Esq

Bishop Laurentius Shewing His Cerated Body To King Edbald, 1838
Bishop Laurentius Shewing His Lacerated Body To King Edbald, 1838. Laurence (d. 619), the second Archbishop of Canterbury from about 604 to 619

Landing of Julius Caesar, 1838. From The History of England, Vol. 1, by David Hume, Esq. & Hewson Clarke, Esq. [Thomas Kelly, London, 1838]

Ancient Britons, in their most uncultivated State, 1838. From The History of England, Vol. 1, by David Hume, Esq. & Hewson Clarke, Esq. [Thomas Kelly, London, 1838]

Frontispiece - Britannia holding the Trident of Neptune, surmounted by the Cap of Liberty and crowned by Victory, tramples on the chains of despotism, 1838. From The History of England, Vol

The sovereigns returning thanks to God for the victory of Leipzig, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
The sovereigns returning thanks to God for the victory of Leipzig, 1816. The Battle of the Nations (or Battle of Leipzig)

Field Marshal von Blucher, Prince of Wagstadt, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Field Marshal von Blucher, Prince of Wagstadt (1742-1819), 1816. Von Blucher was a Prussian General who led his army against Napoleon I at the Battle of the Nations at Leipzig in 1813

Lieutenant General Lord Hill, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Lieutenant General Lord Hill, 1816. An engraving from The History of the War, from the Commencement of the French Revolution to the Present Time, by Hewson Clarke, Volume II, T Kinnersley, London

Lieutenant Yeo kills the governor and takes the fort of Muros on the Spanish coast, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Lieutenant Yeo kills the governor and takes the fort of Muros on the Spanish coast, 1816. From The History of the War, from the Commencement of the French Revolution to the Present Time, volume II

The British attacking the French line with bayonets at the Battle of Maida, 1816. Artist: I Brown
The British attacking the French line with bayonets at the Battle of Maida, 1816. The Battle of Maida was a battle outside the town of San Pietro di Maida in Calabria, Italy

Admiral Lord Cuthbert Collingwood (1748-1810), 1816. Artist: I Brown
Admiral Lord Cuthbert Collingwood (1748-1810), 1816. Collingwood was an admiral of the Royal Navy, notable for being a partner with Horatio Nelson in several of the British victories of

Admiral Nelson lying mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Admiral Nelson lying mortally wounded on the quarter deck of HMS Victory, 1816. One of Britains greatest military figures, Nelson was the victor at a number of naval battles in the Napoleonic Wars

Sir Ralph Abercrombie (1734-1801) in the Battle of Alexandria, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Sir Ralph Abercrombie (1734-1801) in the Battle of Alexandria, 1816. Abercrombie was a British lieutenant-general noted for his services during the Napoleonic Wars

Sir Sydney Smith (1764-1840) defending the breach at Acre, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Sir Sydney Smith (1764-1840) defending the breach at Acre, 1816. Smith was the English admiral of whom Napoleon Bonaparte said, That man made me miss my destiny

Lord Horatio Nelson, English naval commander, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Lord Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), English naval commander, 1816. One of Britains greatest military figures, Nelson was the victor at a number of naval battles in the Napoleonic Wars

Napoleon Bonaparte attempting to force the bridge of Arcola, 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Napoleon Bonaparte attempting to force the bridge of Arcola, 1816. The imperial dictatorship of Napoleon (born Napoleone di Buonaparte)

Admiral Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe, (1726-1799), English admiral, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Admiral Richard Howe, 1st Earl Howe, (1726-1799), English admiral, 1816. The Glorious First of June is the name for a naval battle fought in the Atlantic Ocean between 28 May

Lord Cornwallis (1738-1805) receiving the sons of Tippoo Saib as hostages, 1816. Artist: I Brown
Lord Cornwallis (1738-1805) receiving the sons of Tippoo Saib as hostages, 1816. Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis was a British military commander and colonial governor

Louis Gabriel Suchet (1770-1826), 1816. Artist: T Wallis
Louis Gabriel Suchet (1770-1826), 1816. Suchet was one of the most brilliant of Napoleons generals. From The History of the War, from the Commencement of the French Revolution to the Present Time

John Hewson (Gucht)
JOHN HEWSON shoemaker who rose to the rank of general in Cromwells army, regicide, escaped at the Restoration and lived in exile Date: ? - 1662

John Hewson Mocked
JOHN HEWSON mocking caricature of the shoemaker who rose to the rank of general in Cromwells army, regicide, escaped at the Restoration and lived in exile Date: ? - 1662

John Hewson Caricature
JOHN HEWSON hostile caricature of the shoemaker who rose to the rank of general in Cromwells army, regicide, escaped at the Restoration and lived in exile Date: ? - 1662

John Hewson - Colonel, parliamentarian, regicide
Colonel John Hewson (Hughson) (-1662) - A shoemaker who rose to rank of general in Cromwells army and was a soldier in the New Model Army

CRAVEN STREET GAZETTE, 1770. Fake newspaper written by Polly and William Hewson, who stayed with Benjamin Franklin in London

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"Hewson: A Glimpse into the Heroic Moments of British History" Step back in time to witness the valor and bravery of Hewson, a name synonymous with courage and resilience. From the Battle of Maida in 1806 to Lord Nelson's fateful encounter at Trafalgar in 1805, these historical events shaped Hewson's legacy. In 1816, amidst the chaos of war, Admiral Lord Nelson found himself mortally wounded on board the Victory. His sacrifice would forever be etched into history as a symbol of unwavering determination. Another remarkable feat was witnessed when Lord Exmouth's fleet bombarded Algiers in 1816. The sheer might and precision displayed by this British force left an indelible mark on both friend and foe alike. The assassination of General Kleber during his campaign in Egypt further exemplified Hewson's commitment to duty. In this momentous event from 1800, unknown heroes fought valiantly against all odds. Sir Sidney Smith emerged as a true defender when he led his small contingent of British sailors to hold off enemy forces breaching Acre in 1799. This act showcased not only his strategic brilliance but also his unyielding spirit. As we delve deeper into history, we come across Alexander Emperor of Russia who reigned from 1777 until his death in 1825. Though little is known about him specifically within our context, it is clear that he played a significant role during this period. Witnessing the Dey of Algiers consulting his council upon the arrival of the English Fleet evokes intrigue and curiosity about what transpired behind closed doors during this pivotal moment for both nations. No discussion about they are be complete without mentioning His Grace the Duke Wellington – a military genius whose leadership skills were instrumental in shaping Britain's destiny throughout turbulent times (1769-1852). Samuel Whitbread, Esq.