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Sea Battle Collection (#2)

"Unleashing the Fury of the Seas: A Glimpse into Historic Sea Battles" The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of the Sound with the Eendracht Engaging Two Swedish Warships, 1658, c.1670

The Battle of the Sound with the Eendracht Engaging Two Swedish Warships, 1658, c.1670. Creator: Anon
The Battle of the Sound with the Eendracht Engaging Two Swedish Warships, 1658, c.1670

Background imageSea Battle Collection: A Battle near a Coast between Spaniards and Disembarking Dutchmen, 1641. Creator: Abraham Willaerts

A Battle near a Coast between Spaniards and Disembarking Dutchmen, 1641. Creator: Abraham Willaerts
A Battle near a Coast between Spaniards and Disembarking Dutchmen, 1641

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle near Livorno (14 March 1653), after 1653-1660. Creator: Anon

The Battle near Livorno (14 March 1653), after 1653-1660. Creator: Anon
The Battle near Livorno (14 March 1653), after 1653-1660

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of Cadiz, 1608. Creator: Aert Anthonisz

The Battle of Cadiz, 1608. Creator: Aert Anthonisz
The Battle of Cadiz, 1608. Other Title(s): The Battle of CadizIncident from the Battle of the Spanish Armada

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger

Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger
Encounter during the Battle of Kijkduin, c.1675. Other Title(s): "Sea Battle between Cornelis Tromp on the "Gouden Leeuw"

Background imageSea Battle Collection: 'Naval Battle between Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter and the Duke of York on the 'Royal Prince' durin

"Naval Battle between Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter and the Duke of York on the "Royal Prince" during the Battle of Solebay, 7 June 1672: episode from the Third Anglo-Dutch War"

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665

Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1665

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693

Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
Battle between the Dutch and Swedish Fleets, in the Sound, 8 November 1658, 1658-1693. Attributed to Willem van de Velde I

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Episode from the Four Days Naval Battle (11-14 June 1666), in or after 1666-in or before 1672

Episode from the Four Days Naval Battle (11-14 June 1666), in or after 1666-in or before 1672. Attributed to Willem van de Velde I

Background imageSea Battle Collection: 'The Failed Attack of the English on the Return Fleet in the Port of Bergen, Norway

"The Failed Attack of the English on the Return Fleet in the Port of Bergen, Norway, 12 August 1665: an episode from the Second Anglo-Dutch War", 1669

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Terheide, 1657. Other Title(s): The Battle of Terheide, 10 August 1653: an episode from the First Anglo-Dutch War (1652-54)

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Livorno (Leghorn), c.1659-c.1699

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of Dunkirk, 1659. Other Title(s): The Naval Battle against the Spanish near Dunkirk, 18 February 1639

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I

The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Creator: Willem van de Velde I
The Battle of the Downs, 1659. Other Title(s): The Battle of the Downs against the Spanish Armada, 21 October 1639

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Portrait of a Man, possibly Joris van Cats (c.1590-1654), c.1621. Creator: Unknown

Portrait of a Man, possibly Joris van Cats (c.1590-1654), c.1621. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Man, possibly Joris van Cats (c.1590-1654), c.1621

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Dutch Raid on the Medway, 1667, c.1670. Creator: Unknown

The Dutch Raid on the Medway, 1667, c.1670. Creator: Unknown
The Dutch Raid on the Medway, 1667, c.1670

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Venetian Ships Attacking Constantinople, 1598/1605. Creator: Domenico Tintoretto

Venetian Ships Attacking Constantinople, 1598/1605. Creator: Domenico Tintoretto
Venetian Ships Attacking Constantinople, 1598/1605

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Le 'Goeben' contre le torpilleur 'Schastlivyi' (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc est distance et disparait peu a peu a l'horizon, 1915

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Les torpilleurs et la 'Slava' empechent les Allemands de forcer le detroit d'Irben

Les torpilleurs et la "Slava" empechent les Allemands de forcer le detroit d'Irben, c1915) From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

Background imageSea Battle Collection: La bataille de Riga; D'apres une aquarelle du lieutenant de vaisseau Novikof, c1915

La bataille de Riga; D'apres une aquarelle du lieutenant de vaisseau Novikof, c1915. Creator: Unknown
La bataille de Riga; D'apres une aquarelle du lieutenant de vaisseau Novikof, c1915. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Le 'Goeben' contre le torpilleur 'Schastlivyi' (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Le croiseur germano-turc est distance et disparait peu a peu a l'horizon, 1915

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Le 'Goeben' contre le torpilleur 'Schastlivyi' (21 sept. 1915); La derniere salve du... 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); La derniere salve du... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); La derniere salve du "Goeben" tombe en avant du torpilleur qui fuit a toute vitesse, 1915

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Le 'Goeben' contre le torpilleur 'Schastlivyi' (21 sept. 1915); Un nouveau projectile... 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Un nouveau projectile... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Un nouveau projectile du "Goeben" tombe a quatre metres et la gerbe d'eau eclabousse le pont, 1915

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Le 'Goeben' contre le torpilleur 'Schastlivyi' (21 sept. 1915); Les deux projectiles... 1915

Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Les deux projectiles... 1915
Le "Goeben" contre le torpilleur "Schastlivyi" (21 sept. 1915); Les deux projectiles sulvants tombent a ving-cinq et vingt metres, 1915. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Attack on the Turkish Flotilla by the Russian Fleet, at Sinope 1853, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Attack on the Turkish Flotilla by the Russian Fleet, at Sinope 1853, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Attack on the Turkish Flotilla by the Russian Fleet, at Sinope 1853, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Old Greek War Ships at the Battle of Salamis, 480BC, 1886. Creator: Unknown

Old Greek War Ships at the Battle of Salamis, 480BC, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Old Greek War Ships at the Battle of Salamis, 480BC, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle off Cape Trafalgar, October 21, 1805--situation of Lord Nelson's Flagship 'The... 1891

Battle off Cape Trafalgar, October 21, 1805--situation of Lord Nelson's Flagship "The... 1891
Battle off Cape Trafalgar, October 21, 1805--situation of Lord Nelson's Flagship "The Victory", after J.M.W.Turner, R.A. 1891. From "The Graphic

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Death of Lord Nelson in the Moment of Victory, October 21, 1805... 1891. Creator: Benjamin West

The Death of Lord Nelson in the Moment of Victory, October 21, 1805... 1891. Creator: Benjamin West
The Death of Lord Nelson in the Moment of Victory, October 21, 1805, after Benjamin West, R.A. 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle of the Nile, August 1, 1798, after J.P.de Loutherbourg, R.A.1891

Battle of the Nile, August 1, 1798, after J.P.de Loutherbourg, R.A.1891. Creator: Philip James de Loutherbourg
Battle of the Nile, August 1, 1798, after J.P.de Loutherbourg, R.A.1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Nelson at the Battle off St. Vincent, February 14, 1797, after Frank Baden-Powell. 1891

Nelson at the Battle off St. Vincent, February 14, 1797, after Frank Baden-Powell. 1891. Creator: Frank Baden-Powell
Nelson at the Battle off St. Vincent, February 14, 1797, after Frank Baden-Powell. 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Naumachia in the Courtyard of Palazzo Pitti, 1592. Creator: Orazio Scarabelli

Naumachia in the Courtyard of Palazzo Pitti, 1592. Creator: Orazio Scarabelli
Naumachia in the Courtyard of Palazzo Pitti, 1592

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Third Illustration of the Great Victory of Our Forces on the Yellow Sea (Kokai ni okeru...), 1894

Third Illustration of the Great Victory of Our Forces on the Yellow Sea (Kokai ni okeru...), 1894
Third Illustration of the Great Victory of Our Forces on the Yellow Sea (Kokai ni okeru wagagun no taisho, dai san zu), Japan, 1894

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Capture of Castor, print made by Thomas Sutherland, from

Capture of Castor, print made by Thomas Sutherland, from
740511 Capture of Castor, print made by Thomas Sutherland, from The Naval Achievements of Great Britain, From the Year 1793 to 1817, by James Jenkins

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Map of the Battle of Camperdown, published by William Blackwood and Sons

Map of the Battle of Camperdown, published by William Blackwood and Sons
746930 Map of the Battle of Camperdown, published by William Blackwood and Sons, Edinburgh & London, 1848 (hand-coloured engraving) by Johnston

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle of Fehmarn, c. 1650 (ink and wash on paper)

Battle of Fehmarn, c. 1650 (ink and wash on paper)
3087150 Battle of Fehmarn, c.1650 (ink and wash on paper) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); 63x144 cm; Skokloster Castle

Background imageSea Battle Collection: HMS Wachtmeister fighting against the Russian squadron on Juny 4, 1719, 1895

HMS Wachtmeister fighting against the Russian squadron on Juny 4, 1719, 1895. Private Collection

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889

Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Minamoto no Yoshitsune Rescuing Kenrei Mon'in during the Battle of Dannoura, 1889

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Horatio Nelson Battle Of Cape St. Vincent Anglo-Spanish War

Horatio Nelson Battle Of Cape St. Vincent Anglo-Spanish War
Horatio Nelson at the Battle of Cape St. Vincent, February 14, 1797. After a print by James Daniell from the painting by Henry Singleton

Background imageSea Battle Collection: John Paul Jones shooting a sailor who had attempted to strike his colours in an engagement, pub

John Paul Jones shooting a sailor who had attempted to strike his colours in an engagement, pub
PNP328666 John Paul Jones shooting a sailor who had attempted to strike his colours in an engagement, pub. by Carrington Bowles, 1779 (mezzotint) by Collet

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Utter Defeat of the Taira Clan in the Great Genpei War at Akama Bay in Nagato... c. 1845

The Utter Defeat of the Taira Clan in the Great Genpei War at Akama Bay in Nagato... c. 1845
The Utter Defeat of the Taira Clan in the Great Genpei War at Akama Bay in Nagato Province (Nagato no Akama no ura ni oite Genpei ogassen Heike ichimon kotogotoku horobiru zu), c. 1845

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Naval Action Between the British and the French in Pondicherry Roads, c1891. Creator: James Grant

Naval Action Between the British and the French in Pondicherry Roads, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Naval Action Between the British and the French in Pondicherry Roads, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant

Background imageSea Battle Collection: The Attack on St. Paul s, Bourbon, c1891. Creator: James Grant

The Attack on St. Paul s, Bourbon, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Attack on St. Paul s, Bourbon, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Sea-Fight Off Trincomalee, c1891. Creator: James Grant

Sea-Fight Off Trincomalee, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Sea-Fight Off Trincomalee, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Engagement between the English and Spanish Fleets off the Isle of Wight, 1588

Engagement between the English and Spanish Fleets off the Isle of Wight, 1588, after a Tapestry in Creator: Unknown
Engagement between the English and Spanish Fleets off the Isle of Wight, 1588, after a Tapestry in the Old House of Lords, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) boarding the San Nicholas, 1797 from Heroes of History, pub

Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) boarding the San Nicholas, 1797 from Heroes of History, pub. by Raphael Tuck & Son Ltd
IL99944 Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) boarding the San Nicholas, 1797 from Heroes of History, pub. by Raphael Tuck & Son Ltd

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Leo IIIs Victory over the Saracens at Constantinople in 717, illustration from Hutchinsons History

Leo IIIs Victory over the Saracens at Constantinople in 717, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations
IL274572 Leo IIIs Victory over the Saracens at Constantinople in 717, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1920s (litho) by Dudley

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Midshipman Reginald Himbury assisting the gunners of the Clan McTavish in the fight with

Midshipman Reginald Himbury assisting the gunners of the Clan McTavish in the fight with the German raider Moewe
976438 Midshipman Reginald Himbury assisting the gunners of the Clan McTavish in the fight with the German raider Moewe, 16 January 1916 (colour litho) by Stewart

Background imageSea Battle Collection: Battle of Zonchio, 1499 (colour woodcut)

Battle of Zonchio, 1499 (colour woodcut)
XCF274337 Battle of Zonchio, 1499 (colour woodcut) by Italian School, (15th century); 54.8x80 cm; British Museum, London, UK; (add.info)




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"Unleashing the Fury of the Seas: A Glimpse into Historic Sea Battles" The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent, 1545: Witnessing history's relentless grip as the mighty Mary Rose succumbs to the unforgiving depths, forever etching its name in maritime lore. The Speedy and El Gamo, c1802. Artist: Nicholas Pocock: A breathtaking masterpiece capturing two vessels locked in a fierce struggle for dominance amidst turbulent waves—a testament to man's indomitable spirit on treacherous waters. Naval battle between British and French, 1790s: The clash of empires echoes across vast oceans as naval powerhouses collide, their cannons roaring with thunderous might in a quest for supremacy. Barbary Pirates threatening US commander Stephen Decatur: Defiance radiates from Commander Decatur's unwavering gaze as he confronts menacing Barbary Pirates—his resolve unyielding against those who dare challenge his nation's honor. Crew of USS Constitution in battle, War of 1812: United by duty and bound by loyalty, these brave souls navigate through chaos and destruction with unwavering determination—their valor shining bright amidst cannon fire. Spanish Armada, 1588: In an epic confrontation that would shape nations' destinies, England stands resolute against Spain's formidable fleet—an iconic clash where courage meets destiny head-on. The Encampment of English Forces near Portsmouth during Battle of the Solent, 1778 (engraving) (later coloration): Amidst tents billowing like flags under stormy skies lies an army preparing for imminent conflict—a scene brimming with anticipation before a monumental sea battle unfolds. Spanish pirates attacking English merchantmen.