River Plate Collection

A cobbled street and the "Bastion of San Miguel" fortified wall at twilight, with the "Rio de la Plata" river in the background, Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay

Uruguay, Montevideo, View of the Pocitos Beach on the River Plate

The Frozen Meat Trade of the River Plate (engraving)
1590931 The Frozen Meat Trade of the River Plate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Frozen Meat Trade of the River Plate)

Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving)
1617324 Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata)

View of Buenos Aires, Argentina, from the River Plate (engraving)
5207259 View of Buenos Aires, Argentina, from the River Plate (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Buenos Aires, Argentina, from the River Plate)

The late Revolutions in the River Plate (engraving)
1618608 The late Revolutions in the River Plate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Revolutions in the River Plate)

English Sports Abroad, a Naval Paper-Chase at Maldonado, River Plate (engraving)
1044544 English Sports Abroad, a Naval Paper-Chase at Maldonado, River Plate (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English Sports Abroad)

Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving)
1101680 Defeat of General Rosas by the English and French Troops, Plan of the Action of Point Obligado (engraving) by English School

Buenos Ayres, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Buenos Ayres, 1844. View of the port on the River Plate, Argentina. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1895. Creator: Unknown
La Boca, Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1895. The neighbourhood of La Boca on the river Plate, with ships at the quayside. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Panorama from the hill, Montevideo, Uruguay, 1895. Creator: Unknown
Panorama from the hill, Montevideo, Uruguay, 1895. Ships in the harbour of Uruguays capital city, located where the River Plate joins the Atlantic Ocean

Map of Chile, Argentina etc. Map showing a section of South America, with the Andes mountain range, and the mouth of the River Plate. Plate 101 from The Times Atlas

Attack on Nova Colonia, c1880. Episode from the River Plate War (1763). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Buenos Aires docks, Argentina, c1900s. Stereoscopic card. Detail

French Map of Central and South America, French, 1550. Map showing Florida, the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean islands and Antilles, and South America with the River Plate prominent

Part of South America, 1582. A Spanish map, showing the Amazon and the River Plate

The Rio de la Plata estuary
March 25, 2010 - The Rio de la Plata estuary saturated with sediment at the confluence of the Parana River and the Uruguay River

Flying to Aeroparque AEP airport in Buenos Aires: Estadio Monumental in Barrio River. River Plate soccer/football team and the Argentine Selection

View of wetland habitat with city skyscraper in background, Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve, Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, March

Uruguay, Maldonado Department, Punta Ballena. Casapueblo, hotel and art gallery of artist Carlos Paez Vilaro, sunset

Uruguay, Maldonado, Bella Vista, ocean water

Pectoral Sandpiper (Calidris melanotos) juvenile, standing on mud near discarded bottles, Costanera Sur, Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, october

Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) immature, first winter plumage, hunting in shallow water, Costanera Sur, Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, october

Ultramarine Grosbeak (Cyanocompsa brissonii) adult male, perched on branch, Costanera Sur, Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, june

Brown-hooded Gull (Larus maculipennis) subadult, winter plumage, swimming, Costanera Sur, Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, august

City lights of Buenos Aires, Argentinas capital city, from space. North is at upper left. Across top are the unlit waters of the River Plate

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"Captivating River Plate: A Tapestry of History, Culture, and Natural Beauty" As twilight descends upon Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay, the cobbled streets and the formidable "Bastion of San Miguel" wall stand as witnesses to centuries past. With the majestic Rio de la Plata river shimmering in the background, this enchanting scene is a testament to the rich history of River Plate. Montevideo's Pocitos Beach offers a mesmerizing view of the vast expanse of River Plate. The gentle waves caress the shore as locals and visitors alike soak up its beauty, immersing themselves in tranquility amidst an urban backdrop. Step back in time with Candombe dancers captured on canvas in 1920. Their vibrant movements tell stories of tradition and celebration that have echoed through generations along the banks of River Plate. Engraved forever is an image depicting the bustling frozen meat trade on River Plate - a vital industry that shaped economies and connected continents during its heyday. The Anglo-French blockade engraving serves as a reminder of historical conflicts fought over control of this strategic waterway - where power struggles unfolded against a backdrop dominated by River Plate's grandeur. Gaze upon Buenos Aires from afar through an intricate engraving capturing its skyline against the sweeping panorama offered by River Plate - showcasing Argentina's capital city at its finest. Witness revolutions come alive through engravings that depict tumultuous times experienced within these lands known as River Plate - each stroke revealing tales etched into history books forevermore. Immerse yourself in sporting adventures abroad with an exhilarating naval paper-chase at Maldonado on River Plate - where English sportsmanship met South American allure for unforgettable moments filled with adrenaline and camaraderie. Relive General Rosas' defeat through detailed engravings illustrating Point Obligado's action.