International Relations Collection (#5)

Greece, Crete, Crete, Croussos, Croussonos: General view of Croussos, English sector, 1905
LUX4767442 Greece, Crete, Crete, Croussos, Croussonos: General view of Croussos, English sector, 1905; (add.info.: Greece, Crete, Crete, Croussos, Croussonos: General view of Croussos)

Charles Quint and Francis I, 1909 (illustration)
8698365 Charles Quint and Francis I, 1909 (illustration) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926); (add.info.: History. France. Charles V of Spain (Charles Quint, Holy Roman Empire) at the castle of Amboise

Cover of " The Indiscret", N & B Satirical, 1904_1_20: Russia, Japan Illustration by Okun
ICA4939602 Cover of " The Indiscret", N & B Satirical, 1904_1_20: Russia, Japan Illustration by Okun; (add.info.: Cover of " The Indiscret", N & B Satirical, 1904_1_20: Russia)

Illustration of Marcel Noblet dit Nob (1880-1935) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris
ICA4940073 Illustration of Marcel Noblet dit Nob (1880-1935) for the Cover of Le Cri de Paris, 23/04/16 - Return from London " These Englishmen understand nothing about the parliamentary regime

Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B, 1909_6_26: Ernest Constans (1833-1913)
ICA4932402 Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B, 1909_6_26: Ernest Constans (1833-1913); (add.info.: Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B)

Audience of the Dutch with Garcia II of Kongo, 1642. The large red velvet throne was embroidered with Don Alvaro King
FLO4620079 Audience of the Dutch with Garcia II of Kongo, 1642. The large red velvet throne was embroidered with Don Alvaro King of Kongo

Count Louis II of Flanders (do Louis of Dampierre, known as Louis of Male or Maerle) (1330-1384)
FLO4630231 Count Louis II of Flanders (do Louis of Dampierre, known as Louis of Male or Maerle) (1330-1384) asks for the help of King Charles VI of France, known as the Good Aime (1368-1422)

The close ties between Russia and France, 1896
3480825 The close ties between Russia and France, 1896; (add.info.: Illustration celebrating the close ties between Russia and France in 1896.); Universal History Archive/UIG

First World War: France, Studio photo showing two children disguises as French and Italian soldiers at the front
LUX4735568 First World War: France, Studio photo showing two children disguises as French and Italian soldiers at the front and declaring: " like our grandfather and like our father

First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing a young Francaise and a young Russian representing France and Russia
LUX4740671 First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing a young Francaise and a young Russian representing France and Russia, each holding a flag and united before the enemy for better and worse

First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing 5 young women representing the 5 countries of the alliance: France
LUX4739512 First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing 5 young women representing the 5 countries of the alliance: France, Russia, Italy, Belgium and England

First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing France and Italy around their flag represented by two young girls
LUX4738986 First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing France and Italy around their flag represented by two young girls, titled The Two Sisters

Persian King Darius II (Artaxerxes Ochus) on horseback greeting Ambassador Tessalio in front of a kneeling Persian
FLO4704250 Persian King Darius II (Artaxerxes Ochus) on horseback greeting Ambassador Tessalio in front of a kneeling Persian

The envoys of Caliph Harun al-Rashid bringing gifts to Charlemagne, 802 (engraving)
8626238 The envoys of Caliph Harun al-Rashid bringing gifts to Charlemagne, 802 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Veleda receiving a request from a Roman embassy for mediation in the Batavian Rebellion, 69-70 (engraving)
8626230 Veleda receiving a request from a Roman embassy for mediation in the Batavian Rebellion, 69-70 (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Veleda)

Peace negotiations to end the Russo-Japanese War, 1905 (litho)
8655562 Peace negotiations to end the Russo-Japanese War, 1905 (litho) by Sabattier, Louis Remy (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Klemens von Metternich, Austrian statesman and diplomat (engraving)
8676813 Klemens von Metternich, Austrian statesman and diplomat (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Klemens von Metternich (1773-1859)

Philipp von Brunnow, Russian diplomat (engraving)
8676812 Philipp von Brunnow, Russian diplomat (engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Philipp von Brunnow (1797-1875), Russian diplomat, Russian diplomat

Statue of Michel de la Hospital (1506-1573) counsellor in the Parliament of Paris (1537)
JEB4944772 Statue of Michel de la Hospital (1506-1573) counsellor in the Parliament of Paris (1537), ambassador to the Council of Trento, master of requests, superintendent of finance (1554)

Sir William Wallace (Braveheart) (ca. 1270-1305), guardian of the Scottish kingdom refuses the proposals of the English
ELD4872795 Sir William Wallace (Braveheart) (ca. 1270-1305), guardian of the Scottish kingdom refuses the proposals of the English envoys

The Red Laughter, Satirical in N & B, 1918_4_27: The King of Juggling - War of 14 -18, Belligerants and Symbols
ICA4847123 The Red Laughter, Satirical in N & B, 1918_4_27: The King of Juggling - War of 14 -18, Belligerants and Symbols, Juggling - Clemenceau George, Ottokar Czernin (1872-1932)

Statue of Francesco Guicciardini (Francois Guichardin) (1483-1540), politician, historian, philosopher
YOU4419657 Statue of Francesco Guicciardini (Francois Guichardin) (1483-1540), politician, historian, philosopher, Italian diplomat, Sculpture by Luigi Cartei (1822-1891)

Episode of the Eneid of Virgil (70-19 BC), book 7: the Trojans send an embassy to the palace of Latinus, king of Lazio
ELD4844303 Episode of the Eneid of Virgil (70-19 BC), book 7: the Trojans send an embassy to the palace of Latinus, king of Lazio, to ask for peace

Napoleon's designation of his brother, Joseph as king of Spain in 1808 1842 (engraving)
ELD4926040 Napoleon's designation of his brother, Joseph as king of Spain in 1808 1842 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

The visit of Joan I of Naples, known as Queen Jeanne (circa 1326-1382) to the antipope Clement VII (Robert of Geneve)
FLO4630223 The visit of Joan I of Naples, known as Queen Jeanne (circa 1326-1382) to the antipope Clement VII (Robert of Geneve, 1342-1394)

I Have Seen, 27/06/19 - War of 14 -18, Peace, Treaty of Versailles - Hand
ICA4837964 I Have Seen, 27/06/19 - War of 14 -18, Peace, Treaty of Versailles - Hand; (add.info.: I Have Seen, 27/06/19 - War of 14 -18, Peace, Treaty of Versailles - Hand); Photo © Caricadoc

The King of the Ashanti (Ghana) welcomes an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich, 1817
FLO4620290 The King of the Ashanti (Ghana) welcomes an English mission led by Thomas Bowdich, 1817. Drummers and dancers with human skulls perform in front of nobles under parasols

The Interview of Richard II and the Duke of Gloucester in Pleshy Castle, c.1337 (illumination)
3780911 The Interview of Richard II and the Duke of Gloucester in Pleshy Castle, c.1337 (illumination) by Froissart, Jean (c.1337-1405); (add.info)

I Have Seen, 01/02/19 - The Three Great Workers of the New World - War of 14 -18, America USA USA
ICA4837917 I Have Seen, 01/02/19 - The Three Great Workers of the New World - War of 14 -18, America USA USA, England Great Britain, France - Clemenceau George, Lloyd George (1863-1945)

Meeting of European statesmen and diplomats at the Congress in Vienna (Austria) (November 1, 1814 to June 9)
NWI4834144 Meeting of European statesmen and diplomats at the Congress in Vienna (Austria) (November 1, 1814 to June 9, 1815) to put an end to the Napoleonic wars

Concordat of 1801 - Signature of the Concordat between France (in the presence of Napoleon Bonaparte)
ELD4857020 Concordat of 1801 - Signature of the Concordat between France (in the presence of Napoleon Bonaparte) and Saint-Siege (Saint Siege), by Pope Pius VII (Pius) (1742-1823), August 15

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden:..ball given by the Dowager of Sweden... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the ball given by the Dowager of Sweden...at Drottningholm, near Stockholm, 1864. The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in Scandinavia

Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the royal party viewing Stockholm... 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Visit of the Prince and Princess of Wales to Sweden: the royal party viewing Stockholm from the pavilion in the Mosebacke Garden - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The King of Sweden

The late outrage on the Neutrality of Brazil: The Florida…and the Wachusetts…Bahia Harbour, 1864. Creator: Smyth
The late outrage on the Neutrality of Brazil: The Florida (Confederate) and the Wachusetts (Federal) in Bahia Harbour, 1864. Wachusetts; the Brazilian warship; Forida

The banquet given to M. Berryer in the Middle Temple Hall by the members of the English Bar, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The banquet given to M. Berryer in the Middle Temple Hall [in London] by the members of the English Bar, 1864. We give an Illustration of the festive scene in the Middle Tempie Hall

The suspected Confederate cruiser Pampero seized at Glasgow, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The suspected Confederate cruiser Pampero seized at Glasgow, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. Hugh Aird. This vessel...has created a good deal of interest

Reception of the King Consort of Spain at the Palace of St. Cloud, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Reception of the King Consort of Spain at the Palace of St. Cloud, 1864. The inauguration of the portion of the chemin de fer, opening up direct railway communication between Paris and Madrid

King of England Richard I the lionheart imprisoned appears before Henry VI, Holy Roman Emperor
ELD4891143 King of England Richard I the lionheart imprisoned appears before Henry VI, Holy Roman Emperor, march 1193) Engraving from "History-Populaire-de-France" by Lahure

Sack of Rome (390 BC): Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 1866 (Engraving)
ELD4843734 Sack of Rome (390 BC): Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 1866 (Engraving); (add.info.: Sack of Rome (390 BC): In front of the resistance of the Romans

Trophy erected by the English Residents at Dinan in Honour of the Visit of the Emperor and... 1858. Creator: Unknown
Trophy erected by the English Residents at Dinan in Honour of the Visit of the Emperor and Empress of the French, 1858. Their Imperial Majesties the Emperor

Her Majesty leaving Cherbourg, 1858. Creator: Smyth
Her Majesty leaving Cherbourg, 1858. Queen Victoria returns to England on the Royal Yacht....a farewell visit was paid by the Emperor and Empress;

Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: President Grant...1876. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: President Grant at Mr. G. W. Child's Reception, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The popularity and high esteem which Mr

Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering...a Catalogue...1876. Creator: Melton Prior
Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: Colonel Sandford delivering to President Grant a Catalogue of the British Department, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

The King and Queen of Portugal going on board the Serapis in their State Barge...1876. Creator: L.B
The King and Queen of Portugal going on board the Serapis in their State Barge, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

Arrival at the military port, Naples, of the "Emperor" and the "Melazzzo" with British volunteers for Garibaldi on board - from a sketch by our special artist, Frank Vizetelly

The Prince of Wales landing at St. John, New Brunswick... 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales landing at St. John, New Brunswick, [Canada], - from a drawing by our special artist G. H. Andrews, 1860. His Royal Highness [future King Edward VII] reached the harbour of St

Review of Royal Horse Artillery and Field Batteries at Woolwich, by the Duke of Cambridge... 1860
Review of Royal Horse Artillery and Field Batteries at Woolwich, by the Duke of Cambridge, in the presence of the Grand Duke Michael of Russia, 1860

Arrival of the Prince of Wales at Lisbon, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of the Prince of Wales at Lisbon, 1876. The future King Edward VII visits Portugal. The Prince of Wales left Madrid...by a special railway train through Ciudad Real and Badajoz

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"Exploring the Skies and Unveiling Secrets: The U-2 Spy Plane and International Relations" In 1960, a remarkable event unfolded in the realm as a U-2 spy plane, adorned with fictitious NASA markings, took to the skies. This covert mission by the United States aimed to gather crucial intelligence during a time of heightened tensions between nations. As this enigmatic aircraft soared above, it symbolized both technological prowess and political intrigue. Reflecting on earlier chapters in history, we find another pivotal moment that shaped international relations—the Russo-Japanese treaty signed at Portsmouth NH in 1905. Against all odds, this landmark agreement brought an end to a bitter conflict between two formidable powers and showcased diplomacy's potential for resolving disputes peacefully. Fast forward to Tsar Nicholas II of Russia's visit alongside Tsarina Alexandra Fiodorovna—an encounter brimming with grandeur and significance. Their journey transcended borders, fostering connections among nations while highlighting the intricate tapestry woven by international alliances. Henry White—a figure whose name resonates within diplomatic circles—played his part in shaping global affairs. His vibrant presence illuminated countless negotiations as he represented his country's interests abroad. A testament to his influence can be seen through vivid color lithographs capturing historic moments like Prussian flags fluttering before the Sultan of Morocco in 1780. The pursuit of peace has often taken center stage throughout history; naval disarmament efforts exemplify such endeavors. In 1930, unknown heroes worked tirelessly behind closed doors to forge agreements that would reduce tensions on turbulent seas—a testament to humanity's collective desire for harmony amidst geopolitical challenges. World War I unleashed unprecedented chaos upon nations worldwide; yet amidst its devastation emerged stories of camaraderie across borders. Lord Kitchener's visit to General Joseph Joffre serves as an enduring image depicting unity amid adversity—a reminder that even during times of war, bridges can be built between nations.