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Pike Collection (#8)

"From Jim Pike to Joan the Maid: A Captivating Journey with Pike" In the world of horse racing

Background imagePike Collection: View of the George Inn, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, c1870

View of the George Inn, Borough High Street, Southwark, London, c1870

Background imagePike Collection: Figure in military clothing holding a pike in one hand and a sword in the other, 1607

Figure in military clothing holding a pike in one hand and a sword in the other, 1607. One of four images

Background imagePike Collection: A serio comic extravaganza... 1820

A serio comic extravaganza... 1820. George IV seems to be dismissing a petition from the Lord Mayor, John Thomas Thorp, introduced by Alderman Matthew Wood (?)

Background imagePike Collection: Death of Warwick the Kingmaker, Battle of Barnet, 1471 (1864)

Death of Warwick the Kingmaker, Battle of Barnet, 1471 (1864). Richard Neville or Nevill, Earl of Warwick (1428-1471), English soldier and statesman

Background imagePike Collection: Charles V Presents the Epee of the High Constable to Du Guesclin, 1370 (1789)

Charles V Presents the Epee of the High Constable to Du Guesclin, 1370 (1789). Bertrand du Guesclin (c1320-1380) entered the service of Charles of Blois, duke of Brittany

Background imagePike Collection: Yeoman of the Kings Guard, 1805. Artist: William Henry Pyne

Yeoman of the Kings Guard, 1805. Artist: William Henry Pyne
Yeoman of the Kings Guard, 1805. From Costume of Great Britain by William Henry Pyne

Background imagePike Collection: The Pike, from A Treatise on Fish and Fish-ponds, pub. 1832 (hand coloured engraving)

The Pike, from A Treatise on Fish and Fish-ponds, pub. 1832 (hand coloured engraving)

Background imagePike Collection: Queen Elizabeth I, (19th century)

Queen Elizabeth I, (19th century). Plate 12 from The History of the Nations

Background imagePike Collection: Suffragette Arson Rivington Pike

Suffragette Arson Rivington Pike. The ruins of the bungalow built by William Hesketh Lever, the industrialist and soap magnate, at Rivington Pike, near Bolton

Background imagePike Collection: FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1795. In the hall of the National Convention, Boissy d Anglas

FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1795. In the hall of the National Convention, Boissy d Anglas salutes the head of the deputy, Jean Feraud, presented on a pike by riotous Jacobins

Background imagePike Collection: Elizabethan lords and a halberdier

Elizabethan lords and a halberdier
Two Peers, in their robes, and a halberdier during Elizabethans reign, 1500s. Color lithograph reproduction

Background imagePike Collection: Fenian weapons, 19th century. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Fenian weapons, 19th century. From The Illustrated London News, published 1865

Background imagePike Collection: Pike perch tench frog Fish series title Piscivm vivae icones

Pike perch tench frog Fish series title Piscivm vivae icones
Pike, perch, tench and a frog Fish (series title) Piscivm vivae icones (series title), fishes, Pierre Firens, 1600 - 1638, paper, engraving, h 93 mm × w 183 mm

Background imagePike Collection: Kingfisher with pike, Netherlands

Kingfisher with pike, Netherlands

Background imagePike Collection: Manitou Vicinity Pike Peak James T Thurlow American

Manitou Vicinity Pike Peak James T Thurlow American
Manitou and Vicinity. Pikes Peak and Manitou; James T. Thurlow (American, 1831 - 1878); 1870s; Albumen silver print

Background imagePike Collection: Haunt Pike Peter Henry Emerson British born Cuba

Haunt Pike Peter Henry Emerson British born Cuba
The Haunt of the Pike; Peter Henry Emerson (British, born Cuba, 1856 - 1936); 1886; Platinum print; 20.5 x 28.9 cm (8 1, 16 x 11 3, 8 in.)

Background imagePike Collection: Gateway Pike Peak George Egbert Mellen American

Gateway Pike Peak George Egbert Mellen American
Gateway and Pikes Peak; George Egbert Mellen (American, born 1854, active Colorado Springs, Colorado 1870s - 1890s); Colorado Springs, Colorado

Background imagePike Collection: New Pike Peak Trail Pebbles Pike Peak James T

New Pike Peak Trail Pebbles Pike Peak James T
New Pikes Peak Trail. Pebbles from Pikes Peak; James T. Thurlow (American, 1831 - 1878); 1870s; Albumen silver print

Background imagePike Collection: Spontoons. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Spontoons. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Background imagePike Collection: A Pike Man Of The Cromwellian Period. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment

A Pike Man Of The Cromwellian Period. From The British Army: Its Origins, Progress And Equipment, Published 1868

Background imagePike Collection: Louis B

Louis B

Background imagePike Collection: The Head Of Joseph-Fran

The Head Of Joseph-Fran

Background imagePike Collection: Illustration For King Henry Vi, Part Iii By William Shakespeare

Illustration For King Henry Vi, Part Iii By William Shakespeare. Queen Margaret Speaks: Off With His Head, And Set It On York Gates; So York May Overlook The Town Of York

Background imagePike Collection: Don Quixote And Sampson Carrasco. From An Original Drawing By J. M. Wright

Don Quixote And Sampson Carrasco. From An Original Drawing By J. M. Wright
Don Quixote And Sampson Carrasco. From An Original Drawing By J.M. Wright

Background imagePike Collection: Fresh Corn On The Cob And Asparagus; Seattle, Washington, United States Of America

Fresh Corn On The Cob And Asparagus; Seattle, Washington, United States Of America

Background imagePike Collection: Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

Ballinamuck, County Longford, Ireland, Pikeman Statue

Background imagePike Collection: Captive: Northern Pike Swallows Rainbow Trout, Department Of Fish & Game Aquarium In Anchorage

Captive: Northern Pike Swallows Rainbow Trout, Department Of Fish & Game Aquarium In Anchorage, Southcentral Alaska

Background imagePike Collection: Underwater View Of Northern Pike

Underwater View Of Northern Pike

Background imagePike Collection: Long Exposure Photograph Showcasing The Many Color Combinations The Big Wheel Produces At Night;

Long Exposure Photograph Showcasing The Many Color Combinations The Big Wheel Produces At Night; Seattle, Washington, United States Of America




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"From Jim Pike to Joan the Maid: A Captivating Journey with Pike" In the world of horse racing, Australian jockey Jim Pike and his legendary horse Phar Lap left an indelible mark on the sport. Their partnership symbolized determination and triumph, captivating audiences worldwide. But let's not forget another kind - a selection of fish that inhabit our waters. With their sleek bodies and sharp teeth, these formidable creatures command attention in their aquatic realm. Whether it's a pike swimming alongside a perch or a Northern pike amidst shining pondweed, they remind us of nature's intricate balance. Moving away from fauna, Rivington Pike in Lancashire stands tall as a historical landmark. Its majestic presence has witnessed centuries unfold, silently observing the passage of time. Speaking of history, Clan Farquharson holds its own tale within Scottish heritage. The clan's rich traditions echo through generations, reminding us of our roots and ancestral connections. Meanwhile, French Religious Wars during 1562-1598 saw intense conflicts like the Siege of Poitiers where Huguenots fought for their beliefs. These turbulent times shaped Europe's religious landscape forever. Artistic expressions also capture the essence in various forms. Anthony Payne immortalized Sir Godfrey Kneller as "The Cornish Giant, " showcasing power and stature akin to these magnificent fish. Even disused quarries hold surprises; Stoney Stanton in Leicestershire reveals an unexpected habitat for pikes thriving amidst forgotten depths. Nature finds its way even in unlikely places. Lastly but certainly not least is Kay Nielsen's portrayal of Joan the Maid - a noble warrior saint who embodies courage and resilience against all odds. Whether we delve into equestrian legends or explore diverse aspects related to pikes - be it fish species or historical events - each element carries its unique significance within this vast world we inhabit.