Rampart Collection (#45)

FRANCE: REVOLUTION OF 1848. Fighting at the barricades in Paris. Wood engraving, English, 19th century

PARIS COMMUNE, 1871. Barricades in front of the Hotel de Ville during the Paris Commune of 1871: wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

UTES: WHITE RIVER ATTACK. Ute Native Americans besieging a cavalry detachment near the White River Agency, Colorado, on 29 September 1879. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

FRANCE: REVOLUTION, 1848. Barricade on the Boulevard Montmarte in Paris at the outbreak of the Revolution of 1848. Contemporary colored engraving

POSADA: ATTACK, 1910-12. Attack on Mexico City. Zinc engraving, 1910-12, by Jos

GERMANY: 1848 REVOLUTION. Troops storming a barricade in the Donesgasse in Frankfurt, Germany, on Sept. 18, 1848: contemporary German colored engraving

FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1848. Behind a street barricade in Paris during the Revolution of 1848. Color engraving

GERMANY: REVOLUTION, 1848. Barricade in the Burggasse at Altenburg, Thuringia, in 1848. Wood engraving from a contemporary German newspaper

GERMANY: REVOLUTION, 1848. Storming a barricade in the Dongesgasse at Frankfurt, Germany during the Revolution of 1848, 18 September 1848. Wood engraving from a contemporary German newspaper

INDIA: SEPOY REBELLION, 1857. Attack of the Mutineers on the Redan Battery at Lucknow. Steel engraving, English, 1859

IRISH LAND LEAGUE, 1887. The Rent War in Ireland: Priest Chained to Gate to Prevent Entrance of Evicting Party. Members of the Irish Land League trying to prevent an eviction

Obidos castle, today used as a luxury Pousada hotel, partially illuminated at night, Obidos, Estremadura, Portugal, Europe

Interior ramparts of Salses-le-Chateau in Languedoc-Roussillon, France, Europe

The Ramparts of the Casbah - Tangiers, Morocco Date: circa 1930s

Hambledon Hill iron age hill fort. This view is looking across the Blackmore Vale. The ramparts seen here date from the Iron Age

Maiden Castle. Aerial photograph of Maiden Castle, the largest hill fort in Britain. The dimensions of the fort are truly impressive

Hod hill iron age settlement
Hod Hill Iron Age settlement. This is the largest Iron Age settlement in Dorset. On a hill at an elevation of 143 metres, the settlement occupies a strong defensive position

REVOLUTION OF 1917. Field guns under a red banner at a barricade in Petrograd, Russia, 12 March 1917

Italy, Brescia Province, Sirmione. Castello Scaligero, b. 1250

Scaliger Castle, Sirmione, Brescia Province, Lombardy, Italy

Italy, Verona Province, Torri del Benaco. Il Castello Scaligero

Portugal, Sintra. Portuguese flag on tower of Castelo dos Mouros, Moorish castle (8th c. )
Portugal, Sintra. Portuguese flag on tower of Castelo dos Mouros, Moorish castle (8th c.)

MACEDONIA, Ohrid. Car Samoils Castle / Morning

MACEDONIA, Ohrid. Car Samoils Castle - Castle Walls

Oman, Western Hajar Mountains, Bahla. Bahla Fort (Unesco World Heritage Site) / Sunset

INDIA, Karnataka, Bangalore: Bangalore Palace (b. 1880), Copy of British Windsor Castle and now part of Bangalore Convention Center

Qatar, Umm Salal, Umm Salal Mohammed. Umm Salal Mohammed Fort (late 19th century)-Barzan Tower, Traditional Arabian Gulf Defensive Structure

Qatar, Al Zubarah. Al-Zubarah Fort (b. 1938) now the Al-Zubarah Regional Museum
Qatar, Al Zubarah. Al-Zubarah Fort (b.1938) now the Al-Zubarah Regional Museum

The Sforza Tower - Milan, Italy, part of the Castello Sforzesco. In the 14th Century a huge defensive castle was built by Galeazzo Visconti II

Morocco - Marrakesh - Ramparts
The Old Walls (Ramparts) of the city of Marrakesh in Morocco with the snow-capped Atlas Mountains in the background

St. Georges Basilica from the ramparts of the Citadel, Victoria (Rabat), Gozo, Malta, Europe

The gardens and the castle on St Michaels mount Marazion Cornwall UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

The gardens from the castle on St Michaels mount Marazion Cornwall UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

Cannons on Ibiza old centre (Alta Vila) (Dalt Vila) (Upper Town), Ibiza Town, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Twin towered stone gates of Torres de Quart, in old city walls, Valencia, Spain, Europe

Exterior of the walls and town ramparts, Avila, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castile Leon (Castilla Leon), Spain, Europe

The Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes, Toledo, Castilla La Mancha, Spain, Europe

Aghlabid ramparts, Walls of medina, Sfax, Tunisia, North Africa, Africa

The ramparts of the Moorish Castelo dos Mouros, captured by Christians in 1147, above the town of Sintra, Estremadura, Portugal, Europe

The ramparts of Castelo dos Mouros (Moorish Castle), captured by the Christians in 1147, Sintra, Portugal, Europe

View of the ramparts of the Old City from the Port, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Ramparts of town and seagulls, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Old waterfont and city behind ramparts, Essaouira, historic city of Mogador, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Old cannons, Skala of the Kasbah a mighty crenellated bastion, 300 metres in length, built on the cliffs to protect the city on its seaward side, Essaouira, historic city of Mogador, Morocco

The ramparts of the medina, Essaouira, the historic city of Mogador, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Ramparts, part of City Walls, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Ramparts and harbour gate, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Polaroid image of old ramparts and whitewashed building overlooking Atlantic Ocean, Essaouira, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

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"Unveiling the Magnificence of Ramparts: Exploring Historic Castles and Fortresses" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of ramparts, as we embark on a journey through some of England's most iconic castles. From Bamburgh Castle, standing tall against the Northumberland coastline (K021974), to Dover Castle, guarding the White Cliffs with its imposing presence (K970010), these fortifications have witnessed centuries of history. Venture further south to St Mawes Castle (J870402) and Lindisfarne Castle (N080248), where their strategic locations offer breathtaking views alongside tales of battles fought and won. The enchanting beauty captured by Alonzo Chappel's painting transports us to Hamilton at Yorktown in 1781 (1755-1804), reminding us of the significance these ramparts held during pivotal moments in history. Lindisfarne Castle makes another appearance (K011703) alongside Maiden Castle (N060316) and Bamburgh Castle once more (J070053). These architectural marvels stand as testaments to human ingenuity, showcasing both strength and elegance. As night falls, Dover Castle takes on an ethereal glow that captivates all who witness it (K020968). Its illuminated ramparts create a mesmerizing spectacle that echoes with stories from long ago. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply seeking awe-inspiring sights, these remarkable structures like Lindisfarne Castle (K880004)and Bamburgh castle (K011670) will leave you spellbound. Marvel at their intricate designs while imagining knights defending their kingdoms or soldiers strategizing within these formidable walls. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we explore the majesty and resilience embodied by these magnificent ramparts. Discover how they continue to inspire wonderment even today.