Standing Firm Collection

Horatius Cocles Defending The Bridge, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Horatius Cocles Defending The Bridge, 1890. From " Cassells Illustrated Universal History Vol. II - Rome", by Edmund Ollier. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris and Melbourne, 1890]

Saving the Colours: the Guards at the Battle of Inkerman, 1854 (1909). Artist: Robert Gibb
Saving the Colours: the Guards at the Battle of Inkerman, 1854 (1909). From Harmsworth History of the World, Volume 7, by Arthur Mee, J.A. Hammerton, & A.D. Innes, M.A. [Carmelite House, London, 1909]

The dragon sank towards him, opening its terrible jaws, 1910. A scene from the legend of Cuchulain, Champion of Ireland. A print from Hero Myths and Legends of the British Race by MI Ebbutt, 1910

Sir Winston Churchill memorial statue, Parliament Square, London, 2005. This statue of Britains great wartime Prime Minister stands opposite the Palace of Westminster

A Striking Point, c1860, (c1860). Artist: John Leech
A Striking Point, c1860, (1860). From The Comic History of England, Volume I, by Gilbert A A Beckett. [Bradbury, Agnew, & Co. London]

Bridget Widdowson on Guard at Cawnpore, 1857 (c1912). Prisoners captured during the Siege of Cawnpore guarded by privates wife Bridget Widdowson. From The Romance of India, edited by Herbert Strang

Elinor Leyland, 1874, (1904). Artist: James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Elinor Leyland, 1874, (1904). From Whistler As I Knew Him, by Mortimer Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1904]

The Last Stand, square of Spanish infantry, Spanish-American War, 1898. A print from Our Country in War and Relations with All Nations, by Murat Halstead

Diana Bathing, 1873-1874. Artist: Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot
Diana Bathing, 1873-1874. Corot, Jean-Baptiste Camille (1796-1875). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Enchanted Knight, c1685. Artist: Jean Berain
Enchanted Knight, c1685. Costume design by Jean Berain the Elder for an opera by Jean-Baptiste Lully

The Proletarian Dictatorships Year: October 1917 -October 1918, 1918. Artist: Alexander Apsit
The Proletarian Dictatorships Year: October 1917-October 1918, 1918

Britannia holding back Cholera at British ports, 1892. Artist: John Tenniel
Britannia holding back Cholera at British ports, 1892. In an outbreak of the water-borne disease in 1892 about 260, 000 died in Russia and 7600 in Hamburg. An epidemic was prevented in Britain

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"Standing Firm: A Testament to Courage and Resilience" In the face of adversity, there are those who refuse to yield. They stand firm, unwavering in their determination and resolve. Horatius Cocles Defending The Bridge in 1890 depicts one such individual, bravely defending against overwhelming odds. The Battle of Inkerman in 1854 saw the Guards Saving the Colours, showcasing their unwavering loyalty and dedication to their cause. Robert Gibb's masterpiece captures this momentous act of bravery. Imagine facing a fearsome dragon with its terrible jaws open wide towards you. In 1910, an unknown artist depicted this scene as a symbol against formidable challenges. Sir Winston Churchill memorial statue in Parliament Square stands tall as a reminder of his indomitable spirit and leadership during times of crisis. Erected in 2005, it serves as an inspiration for all who pass by. John Leech's painting from c1860 titled "A Striking Point" portrays individuals standing firm amidst chaos and uncertainty. Their resolute stance becomes a beacon of hope for others around them. Bridget Widdowson on Guard at Cawnpore (c1912) showcases her unyielding commitment to duty during tumultuous times in India's history. Her steadfastness is truly commendable. Elinor Leyland (1904), painted by James Abbott McNeill Whistler, illustrates the strength found within oneself when faced with adversity - a testament to standing firm even when everything seems uncertain. "The Last Stand" depicts Spanish infantry square during the Spanish-American War in 1898. Despite being surrounded, they stood united until the end – exemplifying courage under fire. An Abyssinian woman photographed by Wide World Photos in 1936 represents resilience amidst colonial struggles - her defiant gaze speaks volumes about standing firm against oppression.