Portsmouth Harbour Collection (#2)

Frontispiece (engraving)
2787089 Frontispiece (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece. Illustration for Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated)

HMS Victory, first rate, 104 guns, lying in Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
6006041 HMS Victory, first rate, 104 guns, lying in Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by Cooke, Edward William (1811-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Victory, first rate, 104 guns)

The Departure of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York, the "Ophir"steaming out of Portsmouth Harbour
1040487 The Departure of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York, the " Ophir" steaming out of Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Dixon

The Return of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York, Arrival of the "Ophir"in Portsmouth Harbour (litho)
1037558 The Return of the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York, Arrival of the " Ophir" in Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Dixon

Departure of the Arctic Expedition (engraving)
1053592 Departure of the Arctic Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of the Arctic Expedition)

Rowlandsons Tour in a Post Chaise, 1782 (chromolitho)
1062635 Rowlandsons Tour in a Post Chaise, 1782 (chromolitho) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rowlandsons Tour in a Post Chaise, 1782)

Portsmouth Harbour, from the picture in the Royal Collection (engraving)
5198892 Portsmouth Harbour, from the picture in the Royal Collection (engraving) by Stanfield, C. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portsmouth Harbour)

The Royal Wilts Militia (engraving)
1602085 The Royal Wilts Militia (engraving) by Skill, Frederick John (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Wilts Militia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 March 1855)

A Cycle Ride round Nelsons Flag-Ship, the "Victory"(litho)
1599060 A Cycle Ride round Nelsons Flag-Ship, the " Victory" (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Cycle Ride round Nelsons Flag-Ship)

After her Trial by Fire, HMS "Belleisle"towed into Portsmouth Harbour (litho)
1599725 After her Trial by Fire, HMS " Belleisle" towed into Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Return of the Gallant Naval Defenders of Ladysmith (engraving)
1599540 Return of the Gallant Naval Defenders of Ladysmith (engraving) by Jane, Fred T. (1870-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Gallant Naval Defenders of Ladysmith)

Her Majestys Troop-Ship "Transit, "refitting and receiving Stores for China in Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
1587452 Her Majestys Troop-Ship " Transit, " refitting and receiving Stores for China in Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by Weedon

Gun-Boats ready to be launched at Haslar, Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
1590019 Gun-Boats ready to be launched at Haslar, Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gun-Boats ready to be launched at Haslar)

Towing the Wreck of HMS "Eurydice"into Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
1059861 Towing the Wreck of HMS " Eurydice" into Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Late Duke of Albany (engraving)
1061541 The Late Duke of Albany (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Duke of Albany)

Night, the Royal Yacht "Alberta"in Portsmouth Harbour (litho)
1040446 Night, the Royal Yacht " Alberta" in Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Dixon, Charles Edward (1872-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Night)

Queen Victorias Last Sea Journey, the Royal Yacht "Alberta", steaming into Portsmouth Harbour (litho)
1040445 Queen Victorias Last Sea Journey, the Royal Yacht " Alberta", steaming into Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Wyllie

Arrival of the Black Watch, the "Sarmatian"entering Portsmouth Harbour (engraving)
1058490 Arrival of the Black Watch, the " Sarmatian" entering Portsmouth Harbour (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Submarines leaving Portsmouth Harbour (colour litho)
3633684 Submarines leaving Portsmouth Harbour (colour litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Submarines leaving Portsmouth Harbour)

Portsmouth (engraving)
1624120 Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portsmouth. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 April 1882)

The Alert and Discovery leaving Portsmouth Harbour for the Arctic Expedition
1611813 The Alert and Discovery leaving Portsmouth Harbour for the Arctic Expedition, Last Look from Southsea Common (engraving) by English School

The Trial of the New First Class Cruiser "Cressy", leaving Portsmouth Harbour (b / w photo)
1600410 The Trial of the New First Class Cruiser " Cressy", leaving Portsmouth Harbour (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Reinforcements for the Transvaal, Notes on Board a Troop-Ship (engraving)
1037612 The Reinforcements for the Transvaal, Notes on Board a Troop-Ship (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reinforcements for the Transvaal)

The Kaisers Visit to the Queen, the Imperial Yacht "Hohenzollern"entering Portsmouth Harbour (litho)
1043328 The Kaisers Visit to the Queen, the Imperial Yacht " Hohenzollern" entering Portsmouth Harbour (litho) by Dixon

The New Sea Forts at Spithead (engraving)
1057698 The New Sea Forts at Spithead (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Sea Forts at Spithead)

The Gomer Steamer coming into Portsmouth Harbour, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Gomer Steamer coming into Portsmouth Harbour, 1844. Visit of the French king Louis Philippe to Britain: The French squadron came on slowly and majestically

The Debarkation, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Debarkation, 1844. The French king Louis Philippe arrives at Portsmouth: The royal and distinguished party moved towards the gangway in order to descend to the boat which was to convey them

Hampshire PO2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire PO2 8

Hampshire PO1 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Hampshire PO1 3

High tide below the Battery, Portsmouth Harbour, 1846, (1942). Creator: John Lynn
High tide below the Battery, Portsmouth Harbour, 1846, (1942). Cannon pointing out to sea and flags flying from the Semaphore Tower at the fortified harbour of Portsmouth on the south coast of

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The Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth

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Spinnaker Tower at Gunwharf Quays at twilight

New Pier and Railway Station, for Portsmouth Harbour, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
NEW PIER AND RAILWAY STATION, FOR PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

H. M. s. Blake, the Protected Cruiser Recently Launched at Chatham, in Portsmouth Harbour
H.M.S. BLAKE, THE PROTECTED CRUISER RECENTLY LAUNCHED AT CHATHAM, IN PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR. This is the largest and most powerful cruiser in the navy, UK 1889

New Pier and Railway Station, for Portsmouth Harbour, Engraving 1876, Uk, Britain
NEW PIER AND RAILWAY STATION, FOR PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR, ENGRAVING 1876, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

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"Portsmouth Harbour: A Tapestry of History and Maritime Majesty" From its humble beginnings as a bustling naval base to its present-day status as a vibrant hub of maritime activity, it has witnessed centuries of captivating tales. An aerial image captures the grandeur of Portsmouth's Dockyard and Naval Base, where mighty vessels have been built and launched into the open seas. Delving deeper into history, an early coastal survey map from 1794 reveals the strategic importance of Spithead and Portsmouth Harbour during times of conflict. It was here that The Duke of Cornwall and York embarked on his colonial tour, bidding farewell to England aboard the majestic Ophir in 1901. A significant moment arrives as the Type 45 Destroyer HMS Dragon gracefully enters Portsmouth for the first time, symbolizing both strength and modernity. This sight is reminiscent of an oil painting showcasing H. M. S. Victory proudly anchored within Portsmouth Harbour during the mid-19th century. Venturing beyond naval boundaries, Portchester Castle stands tall on these shores since 1895 - a testament to bygone eras when fortresses guarded against invasions. Engravings from Dugdale's "England and Wales Delineated" provide glimpses into this historic landscape. The entrance to Portsmouth Harbour is captured in a timeless black-and-white photograph, evoking nostalgia for simpler times when ships sailed under wind-filled sails. Meanwhile, engravings depict contrasting scenes - one illustrating Arctic expeditions with yachts nestled beside larger vessels like Pandora; another portrays tragedy with wrecked yacht Mistletoe resting solemnly within these waters. In moments both joyous and somber, it has played host to grand naval funeral processions honoring heroes such as Captain Sir Henry M Blackwood. And it was amidst these very waters that German ironclads collided in a dramatic encounter etched forever in maritime lore.