Iron Duke Collection (page 6)

Queen Victorias commanders in chief, 1901. The The Duke of Wellington; Lord Hill; George, Duke of Cambridge; Lord Wolseley; Viscount Hardinge; Lord Roberts

The Waterloo Room, Windsor Castle, c1888. Illustration from The Life & Times of Queen Victoria, Vol II, by Robert Wilson, (c1888)

Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852), 19th Century. Artist: Duke of Wellington
Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852), 19th Century. Rose to prominence in the Napoleonic Wars, eventually reaching the rank of Field Marshal

The Duke of Wellington writing the despatches after the Battle of Waterloo, 1815, 1852. A print from the Illustrated London News, (20 November 1852)

Equestrian Statue of Lord Wellington, 19th century
Equestrian Statue of the first Lord Wellington on Copenhagen, the horse he rode in the battle of Waterloo, 19th century

Equestrian statue of the first Duke of Wellington on Copenhagen, 19th century. Artist: Matthew Cotes Wyatt
The first Duke of Wellington (1 May 1769 - 14 September 1852) on Copenhagen, the horse he rode in the battle of Waterloo, in Hyde Park, London, 19th century

Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, c1803. Wellington (1769-1852), Anglo-Irish soldier and stateman, during his service in India, where he became Governor of Mysore, 1799-1805

The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). Artist: William Heath
The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). The French tricolour is pulled down and the Union Jack run up the flagpole in its place

Storming of San Sebastian by British and Portuguese troops under Wellington, 31 August 1813. The siege, which lasted from 28 June to 31 August was under the local command of the Scottish General

Battle of Busaco, Peninsular War, Portugal, 27 September 1810. British and Portuguese troops commanded by Wellington repulsed the French under Massena

Battle of Vimeiro, Peninsular War, 21 August 1808. The British army commanded by Wellington defeated the French under Junot

Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, with his staff at the Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815. Wellington (1769-1852) commanded the British

Storming of Badajoz, Spain, Peninsular War, 6 April 1812. British troops under the command of Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852) capturing Badajoz from the French

Engagement at Torres Vedras, Portugal, Peninsular War, 14 October 1809. Wellington constructed three lines of defence against French at Torres Vedras, north of Lisbonl

Battle of Waterloo, Belgium, 1815 (1817). Napoleon (1769-1821) French soldier and emperor, fleeing from the battlefield of Waterloo after his defeat by the British under Wellington

Coming Down!!!, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
Coming Down!!!, 1882. The statue of the Duke of Wellington looks down from his horse at the MP Mr Shaw Lefevre. Lefevre is waving a Notice of Removal at the Iron Duke

left right Sir Herbert Samuel Mr Abramson District Commissioner
(left to right) Sir Herbert Samuel, Mr. Abramson, District Commissioner of Northern District; Emir Abdullah of Transjordan, and Admiral de Roebeck on board the Iron Duke, 1921. 1921

Admiral de Roebeck left Emir Abdullah Transjordan
Admiral de Roebeck (left), Emir Abdullah of Transjordan, and a British naval officer on board the H.M.S. Iron Duke, 1921. 1921

Emir Abdullah left Ronald Storrs right British naval
Emir Abdullah (left), Ronald Storrs (right) and British naval officer on board the H.M.S. Iron Duke. 1921, Middle East, Israel and/or Palestine

King George V Of England Reviewing The Crew Of The Battleship Iron Duke In 1914. From La Esfera, 1914

HMS Iron Duke leaving Istanbul, Turkey - August 1923
Photograph from the deck of the HMS Marlborough of one of the other Iron-Duke Class Battleships of the British Mediterranean Fleet (the HMS Iron Duke)

HMS Marlborough leaving Istanbul, Turkey - August 1923
Photograph from the deck of the HMS Marlborough as the 4th Battle Squadron (along with HMS Iron Duke, HMS Benbow and the HMS Emperor of India) - leaves Istanbul for the final time, bound for Malta

Outer Anchorage, Naples, Italy - British Mediterranean Fleet. Date: 1923

Studies for the Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (oil on board)
XYC159887 Studies for the Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (oil on board) by Hayter, George (1792-1871); 33.7x42.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

The Battle of Waterloo, 18th June 1815 (oil on canvas)
XZL151170 The Battle of Waterloo, 18th June 1815 (oil on canvas) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (engraving)
KW141825 Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

1218126; out of copyright

HMS Iron Duke
October 1912: The battleship, HMS Iron Duke, shortly after launching. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

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The Iron Duke: A Legend of Leadership and Victory In the annals of history, few names resonate with as much power and authority as that of the Iron Duke. This legendary figure, also known as Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, left an indelible mark on the world through his military prowess and unwavering determination. One cannot fully comprehend the magnitude of his achievements without delving into key moments in his illustrious career. The Battle of Waterloo stands out prominently among them - a clash that forever altered the course of European history. As we examine a map depicting this monumental event from the 19th century, we are reminded of Wellington's strategic brilliance and leadership skills that led to victory against Napoleon Bonaparte. A portrait by Thomas Lawrence captures Wellington's commanding presence during this period. His stern countenance reflects both wisdom gained from experience and an unyielding resolve to defend what he believed in, and is no wonder that he earned such titles as "Iron Duke" for his steadfastness in battle. As we delve further into Wellington's life, another image emerges - one showcasing camaraderie amidst adversity. In "The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, " we catch a glimpse into a world where coachmen gather to share stories over drinks long after their days on horse-drawn carriages have ended. This scene serves as a reminder that even great leaders need respite from their duties. Wellington's military campaigns were not without sacrifice or perilous challenges. Vereker Monteith Hamilton's painting "The Forlorn Hope at Badajos" depicts soldiers facing insurmountable odds with unwavering courage under Wellington's command. Their bravery exemplifies the spirit embodied by their leader – resilience against all odds. "The Army and Navy, Wellington and Nelson, " captured by Newton & Co. , presents us with an iconic representation linking two national heroes who defended Britain against formidable foes.