Ransack Collection

Plundering a plantation during Shermans March to the Sea
Shermans troops foraging on a Georgia plantation, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Captain Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe, Cuba, 19th century (engraving)
7337530 Captain Henry Morgan sacks Puerto Principe, Cuba, 19th century (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: unknown Pirate)

Plunder from Tyre (litho)
8660859 Plunder from Tyre (litho) by Morrow, Edwin A. (1877-1952) ; Private Collection; (add.info.: Plunder from Tyre. During the Roman supremacy in Phoenicia)

French revolution, Mob looping a Castle, c.1792-1793 (medaillion)
8698455 French revolution, Mob looping a Castle, c.1792-1793 (medaillion); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; (add.info.: History. French Revolution. Mob looping a Castle)

Captain Henry Morgan carouses with wine and women, in true pirate fashion, mid 19th century (coloured engraving)
7339194 Captain Henry Morgan carouses with wine and women, in true pirate fashion, mid 19th century (coloured engraving) by Debelle

Raid by Vikings (litho)
8661333 Raid by Vikings (litho) by Randall, Maurice (1865-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Raid by Vikings. The Vikings were bands of Norse sea-kings and flourished in the eighth)

The return of the Indian raid, 1892 (oil on canvas)
8724262 The return of the Indian raid, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Della Valle, Angel (1852-1903); (add.info.: By Angel Della Vale Episode in Argentinian Indians revolt.).

Part of the Allies entering Paris, 1814 (coloured engraving)
8650439 Part of the Allies entering Paris, 1814 (coloured engraving) by Grego, Joseph (1843-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: Part of the Allies entering Paris, 1814)

The Japanese ravage the Coast of China (litho)
8661041 The Japanese ravage the Coast of China (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Japanese ravage the Coast of China)

William Rufus (colour litho)
8673455 William Rufus (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Rufus. Illustration for My very first little History Book)

An Early Hun Raid (litho)
8661064 An Early Hun Raid (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Early Hun Raid)

Sack of Rome (390 BC): Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 1866 (Engraving)
ELD4843734 Sack of Rome (390 BC): Brennus putting his sword in the balance, 1866 (Engraving); (add.info.: Sack of Rome (390 BC): In front of the resistance of the Romans

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Battle of Lake Trasimene (oil on canvas)
7308628 Battle of Lake Trasimene (oil on canvas) by Thiry, Leonard (fl.1530-50); (add.info.: by Leonard Thiry (fl.1530-50) Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy

Seven Years'War, between 1756 and 1763, robbery in Gotha
7279661 Seven Years War, between 1756 and 1763, robbery in Gotha by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seven Years War, between 1756 and 1763, robbery in Gotha)

Valdemar IV Atterdag (c. 1320-75) Holding Visby to Ransom, 1361, 1882 (oil on canvas)
SNM128573 Valdemar IV Atterdag (c.1320-75) Holding Visby to Ransom, 1361, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Hellqvist, Carl Gustaf (1851-90); 200x330 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish

The Romans ransack a conquered city. After a 19th century work by Heinrich Leutemann

Siege of a city by the Imperials, maybe the siege of Megdeburg in 1631, c
XIR387353 Siege of a city by the Imperials, maybe the siege of Megdeburg in 1631, c.1650 (oil on canvas) by Molenaer, Pieter (1602-54); 47.1x77.4 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans

Frontispiece to Mercurius Rusticus: The Countrys Complaint Recounting the
XJF618945 Frontispiece to Mercurius Rusticus: The Countrys Complaint Recounting the Sad Events of the late Unparalleld Rebellion, published in 1685 (engraving) by Faithorne

Confederates invading Maryland, 1864
General Earlys cavalry taking livestock from farmers during the Confederate invasion of Maryland, 1864. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

EVCW2A-00052
Confederate cavalry ransacking New Windsor, Maryland, during the Civil War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Looters Destroyed
When Herods guards attempt to ransack the tomb of King David, flames burst out of his coffin and destroy two of them

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"Ransack: A Historical Tale of Plunder and Chaos" Step back in time as we delve into the chaotic world of ransacking, where civilizations clashed and fortunes were stolen. From Sherman's March to the Sea, when plantations fell victim to plundering during the American Civil War, to Heliodorus' expulsion from a sacred temple depicted in an 18th-century oil painting. Witness the Battle of Lake Trasimene unfold on canvas, capturing the intensity of war as armies clash and looting becomes rampant. The Seven Years' War brings us to Gotha, where robbery runs rampant amidst the chaos that engulfs nations. Travel further back in time with a scene depicting warfare in the Middle Ages; its vivid strokes on canvas transport us to an era filled with sieges and pillaging. Valdemar IV Atterdag's ruthless act of holding Visby for ransom is immortalized through artistry, revealing a dark chapter in history. Experience Rome's conquests firsthand as they ransack conquered cities - Heinrich Leutemann's masterpiece breathes life into this ancient tale. Witness another siege unfold before your eyes - perhaps Megdeburg in 1631 - showcasing both destruction and greed. Mercurius Rusticus takes us on a journey through countryside complaints recounting tales of ransacking during uncertain times. And finally, witness Confederate forces invading Maryland during America's Civil War - EVCW2A-00052 captures their relentless pursuit for spoils. These captivating glimpses into history remind us that throughout centuries, humanity has been plagued by conflict and its devastating consequences. Ransacking serves as a haunting reminder of our darker nature but also highlights our resilience against such turmoil.