Invasion Collection (page 9)

Attila (ca. 406-453) and the Huns defeated by Christian forces. In the year 452, St
NWI4912562 Attila (ca. 406-453) and the Huns defeated by Christian forces. In the year 452, St. Leon I the Great, pope from 440 to 461, managed to stop Attila en route to invade Rome

Julius Caesar invading Britain
3118345 Julius Caesar invading Britain; (add.info.: Marble relief depicting Julius Caesar invading Britain by John Deare (1759-1798) a British neo-classical sculptor

Migration of the Francs across the Rhine to reach Gaul. Colouring engraving from the 19th century
NWI4860271 Migration of the Francs across the Rhine to reach Gaul. Colouring engraving from the 19th century.; (add.info.: Migration of the Francs across the Rhine to reach Gaul)

Siege of Paris by the Vikings from 885 to 887: Rollon, Norman chief leads the assault with the Count of Chartres
ELD4869305 Siege of Paris by the Vikings from 885 to 887: Rollon, Norman chief leads the assault with the Count of Chartres Hastings, former Viking

Discovery and Conquest of America, the capture of the Caribbean chief Caonabo on the island of San Domingo by
IND113059 Discovery and Conquest of America, the capture of the Caribbean chief Caonabo on the island of San Domingo by the Spanish

War of the Gauls: " The siege of Alesia in 52 BC" The decisive battle between the army of Jules Cesar
ELD4890142 War of the Gauls: " The siege of Alesia in 52 BC" The decisive battle between the army of Jules Cesar and that of Vercingetorix on the site of the current Alise-Sainte-Reine

Representation of the Aztec capital " Tenochtitlan" which became the City of Mexico
XEE5033389 Representation of the Aztec capital " Tenochtitlan" which became the City of Mexico: plan made by the Spaniards who took part in the conquest of the Aztec Empire under the orders

Viking: The Danish drakkar " Raven" with oars and sails. Engraving
NWI4902400 Viking: The Danish drakkar " Raven" with oars and sails. Engraving. Danish Viking ship " Raven" at sea

The Roman Princess Placidia (Galla Placidia) (390-450) daughter of Theodosius I, taken hostage by the Visigoths in 410
ELD4876974 The Roman Princess Placidia (Galla Placidia) (390-450) daughter of Theodosius I, taken hostage by the Visigoths in 410, serves wine a Alaric (Galla Placidia)

The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier
CUL4902596 The Pastrana Tapestries, manufacturing of Tournai, probably from the workshop of Passchier Grenier, c.1471 - 1475 (tapestry) by Grenier

History. France. The vikings (norsemen) and their drakkars. Illustration in: Belles images d'Histoire, d'H
3434635 History. France. The vikings (norsemen) and their drakkars. Illustration in: Belles images d'Histoire, d'H. Geron, c.1948 (print); (add.info.: France)

The War in Japan: the Red Battery opening fire on the corvettes, Sept. 6, 1864. Creator: Smyth
The War in Japan: the Red Battery opening fire on the corvettes, Sept. 6, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. C. Wirgman

The War in Japan: action of Sept. 5, in the Strait of Simonosaki, 1864. Creator: Edwin Weedon
The War in Japan: action of Sept. 5, in the Strait of Simonosaki, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. C. Wirgman, ...our Special Artist

General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Creator: Unknown
General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Oswald Younghusband

Maori war-canoe at Tauranga, New Zealand, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Maori war-canoe at Tauranga, New Zealand, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Lieutenant Robley, of the 68th Regiment, ...now stationed at Tauranga...The natives of the shores of the Bay of Plenty were

Sketches from New Zealand: the Queen's Redoubt, on the Waikato, HQ of Lieut.-Gen. Cameron, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Sketches from New Zealand: the Queen's Redoubt, on the Waikato, the head-quarters of Lieutenant-General Cameron, 1864. From "Illustrated London News", 1864

The War in New Zealand: the gun-boat Pioneer at anchor off Meremere, on the Waikato River... 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in New Zealand: the gun-boat Pioneer at anchor off Meremere, on the Waikato River, reconnoitring the native position, 1864. Engraving of a sketch by...Mr

Siege of Paris by the Vikings from 885 to 887: Rollon, Norman chief leads the assault with the Count of Chartres
ELD4871345 Siege of Paris by the Vikings from 885 to 887: Rollon, Norman chief leads the assault with the Count of Chartres Hastings, former Viking

Germanic families travelling during the great period of migration (barbaric invasions)
ELD4931541 Germanic families travelling during the great period of migration (barbaric invasions) 3rd to 5th century (Migration period, Volkerwanderung)

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

The Burning of Troy with the Flight of Aeneas and Anchises, early-mid 17th century. Creator: Francois de Nome
The Burning of Troy with the Flight of Aeneas and Anchises, early-mid 17th century. The Trojan Horse (centre) was said to have been used by the Greeks during the Trojan War to enter the city of Troy

The Nebraska and Kansas Territory: Steamer passing Baton Rouge, Nebraska, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Nebraska and Kansas Territory: Steamer passing Baton Rouge, Nebraska, 1856. Paddle steamer named "Uncle Sam" on the Mississipi, with Old Louisiana State Capitol in the distance

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain

Horatius Cocles Stopping King Porsenna's Army outside Rome. Creator: Ludwig Refinger
Horatius Cocles Stopping King Porsenna's Army outside Rome, Unknown date

Manlius Torquatus Fighting a Gaul. Creator: Ludwig Refinger
Manlius Torquatus Fighting a Gaul, Unknown date

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Christopher Columbus, 1490s, (2023). Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator and colonist who was sponsored by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain

Le Passage d'Annibal, 1842. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le Passage d'Annibal, 1842. Hannibal's Crossing. Dans ces monts sourcilleux dont la neigeuse aigrette [?] Semble un front chenu de geant

The Troops of Louis XIV before Naarden, 20 July 1672, 1672-1690. Creator: Adam Frans van der Meulen
The Troops of Louis XIV before Naarden, 20 July 1672, 1672-1690

Louis XIV Crossing into the Netherlands at Lobith, 1672-1690. Creator: Adam Frans van der Meulen
Louis XIV Crossing into the Netherlands at Lobith, 1672-1690

Plan of the Operations against Bushire, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Plan of the Operations against Bushire, 1857. Map showing Persian Gulf, tableland, sandy ravines, swampy marsh, Halilah Bay

Battle between Dutch soldiers and indigenous people, 1800-1900. Creator: Unknown
Battle between Dutch soldiers and indigenous people, 1800-1900

Le Grossier Envahisseur; L'epreuve de chaque jour de la femme Francaise en pays... 1914. Creator: Lucien Jonas
Le Grossier Envahisseur; L'epreuve de chaque jour de la femme Francaise en pays envahi: loger l'intrus sous le toit d'ou l'epoux est parti pour repondre a l'appel de la patrie

L'Allemagne Abattue; La peur allemande; "Que Dieu protégé nos foyers ! " --D'apres... 1918
L'Allemagne Abattue; La peur allemande; "Que Dieu protege nos foyers ! " --D'apres l'Illustrirte Zeitung da 31 octobre 1918, 1918

The Advance of the Anglo-Egyptian Force Upon Omdurman, 1898, (c1900). Creator: C Wilkinson
The Advance of the Anglo-Egyptian Force Upon Omdurman, 1898, (c1900). The Battle of Omdurman was fought during the Anglo-Egyptian conquest of Sudan between a British-Egyptian expeditionary force

Allegory on the French Invasion of 1672, 1672. Creator: Johannes van Wijckersloot
Allegory on the French Invasion of 1672, 1672

The Spanish Armada off the English Coast in 1588, c.1620-c.1625. Creator: Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen
The Spanish Armada off the English Coast in 1588, c.1620-c.1625

Battle of the Pyramids, 1803. Creator: Dirk Langendijk
Battle of the Pyramids, 1803

King Louis XIV and his Entourage at the Siege of Schenkenschans, 1672, c.1675. Creator: Lambert de Hondt II
King Louis XIV and his Entourage at the Siege of Schenkenschans, 1672, c.1675

Esquimaux Attacking an English Boat from their Cayaks, 1941. Creator: John White
Esquimaux Attacking an English Boat from their Cayaks, 1941. Indigenous people of Canada defending their land against invaders. Attributed to John White, explorer and colonial governor

Renouvelé de la tour barbe bleue, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Renouvele de la tour barbe bleue, 19th century. Renewed Bluebeard Tower

Traine au Chatiment; Un de ceux qui preparerent l'invasion, 1914. Creator: Unknown
Traine au Chatiment; Un de ceux qui preparerent l'invasion, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

L'aide Francaise a la Belgique; D'autres s'empressent de renseigner nos officers, 1914. Creator: Unknown
L'aide Francaise a la Belgique; D'autres s'empressent de renseigner nos officers, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

L'aide Francaise a la Belgique; Un paysan offre a boire a une estafette, 1914. Creator: Unknown
L'aide Francaise a la Belgique; Un paysan offre a boire a une estafette, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

La Bataille de la Marne; Pendant la poursuite, une halte a l'entrée d'Ay, 1914. Creator: Unknown
La Bataille de la Marne; Pendant la poursuite, une halte a l'entree d'Ay, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Le Defense de Liege; Le 9 de ligne quitte Bruxelles pour se rendre a Liege, 1914. Creator: Henneber
Le Defense de Liege; Le 9 de ligne quitte Bruxelles pour se rendre a Liege, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

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"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.