Invasion Collection (page 3)

Chesney, Battle Dorking
THE BATTLE OF DORKING A future war tale about a Prussian invasion of England

Factors governing an invasion by G. H. Davis
The situation of Britain face to face with a German north-west Europe: factors governing an invasion during the Second World War

Plan of the positions of the British and American armies in New York, Long Island and Staten Island, 27 August 1776
NEW YORK: ARMIES, 1776. Plan of the positions of the British and American armies in New York, Long Island and Staten Island, 27 August 1776. Wood engraving, American, 1852

Dick Whittington by Arthur Rackham
Dick Whittington arrives on the coast of Barbary, and everyone from the ship is entertained by the Moors. When they are invaded by rats and mice

British Ballad, Chevy-Chase
CHEVY-CHASE. Popular British Ballad telling the story of a large hunt, lead by Percy, the Earl of Northumberland which was interpreted as an invasion of Scotland by the Scottish Earl of Douglas who

Unloading Supplies in Normandy; Second World War, 1944
Photograph showing the unloading of supplies onto one of the Normandy beaches, shortly after the Allied invasion on D-Day, 6th June 1944

Invading Norseman, 1066
A Norman warrior in the invasion force of William the Conqueror

Invasion Plan / Tunnel
When Napoleon contemplates an attack on England, a tunnel beneath the Channel is one of his options, though it is unlikely he seriously considers it

German Paras Norway
German paratroopers landing during invasion (near Narvik)

Gauls defeat Romans on the River Allia
The Gauls defeat the Romans in battle on the River Allia

Invasion
Al Barizi

Portuguese guerrillas of the Peninsular War (colour litho)
8672947 Portuguese guerrillas of the Peninsular War (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration showing Eugene de Beauharnais, Duke of Leuchtenberg (1781-1824)
5669583 Illustration showing Eugene de Beauharnais, Duke of Leuchtenberg (1781-1824), son of Alexandre de Beauharnais and Josephine Tascher de la Pagerie, first wife of Napoleon I

Representation of the French raft supposed to invade Great Britain in 1798 (engraving)
NMM5619609 Representation of the French raft supposed to invade Great Britain in 1798 (engraving); 27x39 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Franks aid in defeating the Huns (litho)
8661365 The Franks aid in defeating the Huns (litho) by Burton, H. M. (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Franks aid in defeating the Huns)

The Franks aid in defeating the Huns (litho)
8661145 The Franks aid in defeating the Huns (litho) by Burton, H. M. (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Franks aid in defeating the Huns)

Field Marshal Blucher's army outside Paris, 1814 (chromolitho)
8635159 Field Marshal Blucher's army outside Paris, 1814 (chromolitho) by Jank, Angelo (1868-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prussian Field Marshal Blucher's army outside Paris, 1814)

The poodle Mitraille leading French troops into Algiers, 1830 (colour litho)
8664094 The poodle Mitraille leading French troops into Algiers, 1830 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Invasion of Switzerland by the Guglers, 1375 (engraving)
8672993 Invasion of Switzerland by the Guglers, 1375 (engraving) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invasion of Switzerland by the Guglers)

8625840

Battle of Vercellae, 101 BC (engraving)
8626226 Battle of Vercellae, 101 BC (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defeat of the invading Cimbri by the Romans under Gaius Marius at the Battle)

Magyars in the courtyard of the Abbey of St Gall, Switzerland, 10th Century (engraving)
8626642 Magyars in the courtyard of the Abbey of St Gall, Switzerland, 10th Century (engraving) by Muyden, Evert van (1853-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, 1810 (colour litho)
8672949 Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, 1810 (colour litho) by Gameiro, Alfredo Roque (1864-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Bussaco, Portugal, Peninsular War, 1810)

Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca)
ELD4845938 Saint Loup (or Saint-Loup, ca. 383-479), eveque de Troyes saves the city from the anger of Attila (ca. 406-453)

Meeting of Attila and Pope Saint Leon I the Great (440-461): the barbarian Attila, leader of the people of the Huns
ELD4884582 Meeting of Attila and Pope Saint Leon I the Great (440-461): the barbarian Attila, leader of the people of the Huns

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4900834 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe, migrant from Asia, 5th century. Lithograph of the 19th century
NWI4860906 History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe, migrant from Asia, 5th century. Lithograph of the 19th century.; (add.info.: History of Attila: Arrival of the Huns in Europe)

Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns, image from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving)
UTD4919392 Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns, image from Strahlheim, 1840s (engraving); (add.info.: Attila (vers 395-453), roi des Huns - Attila the Hun, ruler of the Huns

Norman Conquete of England: Norman invaders led by William I the Conquerant arriving on the English beaches in 1066
NWI4874371 Norman Conquete of England: Norman invaders led by William I the Conquerant arriving on the English beaches in 1066

Roman Invasion of England (1st century BC) - Illustration of the Romans landing in Britain
ELD4874132 Roman Invasion of England (1st century BC) - Illustration of the Romans landing in Britain, depicting the centurion who leapt ashore with the standard

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901832 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901715 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901568 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901343 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4901246 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4900659 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4900378 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4900317 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

Representation of Saint Elphege Archeveque of Canterbury (954-1012) during the invasion of the Vikings in England in
ELD4910456 Representation of Saint Elphege Archeveque of Canterbury (954-1012) during the invasion of the Vikings in England in 994

Old Testament: invasion of locusts in ancient Egypt (wounds of Egypt) Colour engraving of the 19th century
NWI4915085 Old Testament: invasion of locusts in ancient Egypt (wounds of Egypt) Colour engraving of the 19th century; (add.info.: Old Testament)

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902347 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4903079 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4903043 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902951 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902810 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902777 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902296 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4903019 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

"Invasion: A Tapestry of Triumph and Tragedy" From the intricate stitches of the Bayeux Tapestry, a vivid tale unfolds - the Norman Conquest, an audacious invasion that forever altered history. Deception became their weapon as they cunningly deceived the invader about the state of the tide, leading to a decisive victory. Centuries later, on Juno Beach during D-Day, British and Canadian troops landed with unwavering determination. The sands trembled beneath their boots as they embarked on a perilous mission to liberate France. Omaha Beach witnessed another chapter in this epic struggle; soldiers braved relentless gunfire while landing ashore, fighting for every inch gained. Amidst chaos and uncertainty, supplies poured onto foreign shores during D-Day's onslaught. These vital lifelines sustained courageous soldiers who fought valiantly against all odds. Gliders stood ready for Operation Market Garden in World War II - silent sentinels poised to deliver hope amidst enemy lines. In 1898, Roosevelt and his Rough Riders charged up San Juan Hill with indomitable spirit. Their fearless assault marked an iconic moment in American military history - an invasion fueled by patriotism and bravery. Across continents and time periods alike, warriors have etched tales of valor into our collective memory. In Arnhem's fierce battlegrounds during World War II, British First Airborne soldiers engaged in intense combat without falter or retreat. The Normandy Landings stand tall among these legendary invasions; on June 6th, 1944, waves upon waves of Allied forces stormed enemy-held beaches with unyielding resolve. This pivotal event turned the tide of war towards liberation and freedom. Yet even further back in time echoes another story: Viking longships carrying fearsome warriors across treacherous seas to conquer new lands - invaders leaving an indelible mark on history's tapestry.