Longboat Collection (#2)

Viking Warrior (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF105894 Viking Warrior (litho) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Viking Ships (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF105892 Viking Ships (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

A Beached Longboat, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
A Beached Longboat, 19th century

At Lapworth where an arm of the canal joins the Grand Union, and continues as a useful navigable waterway to Birmingham, Mr Paddy Newey amd her husband Les have made their home on a narrow boat

A Viking longboat sails through calm ocean waters to their destinations for trade goods

Church boat - Rattvik, Dalarna County, Sweden
Church boat (carrying congregation) at Rattvik, a locality and the seat of Rattvik Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Date: circa 1909

Woo Men Bridge and Grand Imperial Canal, Soo-chow (Suzhou), China, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Woo Men Bridge and Grand Imperial Canal, Soo-chow (Suzhou), China, 1900. Stereoscopic card. Detail

A street of flower boats, Canton, China, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
A street of flower boats, Canton, China, 1900. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Native boats on a waterway in Yokohama, Japan, 1901. Artist: Clarence H White
Native boats on a waterway in Yokohama, Japan, 1901. Stereoscopic card. Detail

William Bligh, British naval officer received by the Governor of Timor, 14 June 1789 (1802)
William Bligh, British naval officer received hospitably by the Governor of Timor, 14 June 1789 (1802). Bligh (1754-1817)

Mutiny of the crew of HMS Bounty, 28 April 1789. Lieutenant William Bligh (1754-1817), English naval officer and his 18 companions cast adrift in a longboat by Fletcher Christian

Aerial view of a reconstructed Viking longboat, with the crew in historical costume. Date: circa 1930s

View of the island of Tahiti showing natives paddling long boats.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840

The Entrance to the Harbour at Hellevoetsluys, 1850 (oil on canvas)
XKH223077 The Entrance to the Harbour at Hellevoetsluys, 1850 (oil on canvas) by Achenbach, Andreas (1815-1910); 87.5x112 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Longboat, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on olive paper pencil, 3. 1 x 5. 8 cm. (sheet)
Longboat, between 1860 and 1865, drawing on olive paper pencil, 3.1 x 5.8 cm. (sheet), 1862-1865, by Alfred R Waud, 1828-1891, an american artist famous for his American Civil War sketches, America

Thailand, Phuket, Andaman Sea. Phi Phi Islands National Park, island of Phi Phi Don. Traditional longtail boat (aka longboat)

MARATHON RACE, 1909. Runners racing at a marathon in New York on 3 April 1909. Left to right: Tom Longboat, Alfred Shrubb, Henri St. Yves, Dorando Pietri. Photograph, 1909

MARATHON RACE, 1909. Runners at the starting line for a marathon in New York on 3 April 1909. Left to right: Afred Shrubb, Pietri Dorando, Henri St. Yves, Tom Longboat, Johnny Hayes, Matthew Maloney

Picture No. 11073672
The River Thames with longboat (the highest point boats can travel on the 210 mile long river) Lechlade, Gloucestershire, UK

William Bligh (1754-1817) British naval officer, and his companions, received hospitably by the Governor of Timor, 14 June 1789, after voyage of about 4

William Bligh (1754-1817) English naval officer and his 18 companions cast adrift in the longboat by Fletcher Christian and the Bounty mutineers on 28 April 1789

Malaysia, Borneo, Sarawak, Kapit, longboats loaded with goods moored in a port on the Batang Rajang (Rajang River), high angle view

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"Unleashing the Fierce Warriors: The Mighty Viking Longboat" Step back in time and witness the awe-inspiring sight of a Viking longship carrying warriors, sailing through treacherous waters with unwavering determination. These legendary vessels, known as longboats, were the epitome of power and resilience. From the shores of Scandinavia to distant lands, these Viking ships struck fear into the hearts of their enemies. Their sleek design allowed them to navigate both rivers and open seas with ease, making them versatile tools for exploration, trade, and conquest. In Rattvik, Dalarna County, Sweden stands a unique variation called the Church boat - a symbol of faith intertwined with maritime prowess. This vessel served not only as transportation but also as a spiritual sanctuary for those seeking solace on their journeys. Across England's Kent coastline lies Ramsgate's Cliffsend where an impressive replica of The Viking Longboat stands tall. A testament to history's enduring legacy that continues to captivate our imagination today. Traveling further east to Yangon in Burma (Myanmar), witness an astonishing scene during rush hour as long boats gracefully cross the Irrawaddy River. Amidst bustling crowds and chaotic traffic flows this ancient mode of transport remains steadfastly reliable. The captivating image captured in 1910 showcases a Kutenai Woman proudly standing beside her tribe's longboat—a powerful reminder that these vessels held cultural significance beyond just warfare or travel; they were symbols of identity and heritage. One cannot discuss Viking longships without mentioning the Gokstad Longship—an archaeological marvel discovered in Norway. Its intricate woodwork reveals meticulous craftsmanship while its prow exudes fierce strength—a true embodiment of Scandinavian seafaring mastery. As we delve into history's depths through photographs like DDE-90025675 or DDE-90025540—each frame immortalizes moments when these iconic vessels ruled vast oceans or navigated treacherous rivers.