1142 Collection

Matilda Escapes Stephen
Empress Matilda escapes in white clothing over snow and ice from Oxford, where she had been besieged by King Stephen

Saint John of the Cross
SAINT JOHN OF THE CROSS, Spanish Carmelite who worked with Teresa of Avila to reform the order : he wrote The dark night of the soul while in prison in Toledo

Empress Matilda escaping from besieged Oxford Castle in 1142 (engraving)
536358 Empress Matilda escaping from besieged Oxford Castle in 1142 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Boeing 737-300 N14307
Boeing 737-3T0 N14307 (msn 23358 / 1142), of Continental Airlines. Date: 1992

Foden General Purpose Engine Victoria DJ 1142
Foden General Purpose Engine, regn. DJ 1142 number: 443, Victoria. Built in 1899 by Edwin Foden, Sons and Co of Elworth Works, Sandbach, powered by a 6 Nhp compound steam engine. Date: 1970s

Abelard Castrated
ABELARD is castrated on the orders of Fulbert, canon of Notre Dame and uncle of Heloise whom he has secretly wed

Cahir Castle, River Suir, County Tipperary, Ireland

Empress Matilda (1102-1167), daughter of Henry I of England and mother of Henry II, wife of Henry V of Germany. Fought Stephen for the crown of England

Abelard Writing / Edwards
ABELARD Writing to his beloved Heloise, his book of philosophy discarded on the ground Date: 1079 - 1142

Abelard / Heloise / Stothard
ABELARD & HELOISE As forbidden love blossoms, the couple are spied upon Date: 1079-1142; 1101-1164

Abelard / Heloise / Burney
ABELARD & HELOISE Abelard has climbed the garden wall to see his lover Heloise Date: 1079-1142; 1101-1164

Dresden Cathedral
September 1868: The of the architecture of Dresden, including the cathedral. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Villa Medici
circa 1866: The decorated frontage of the Villa Medici in Rome. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Peace Announcement
1st September 1905: Russians reading the announcement of the end of the Russo-Japanese War in the Fruit Market, Moscow. L Illustration - pub. 1905 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Dresden Racknitzplatz
A view across Racknitzplatz, Dresden, Germany, circa 1890. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Godefroy IX Brabant
GODEFROY IX of BRABANT, duke of Lorraine etc

ABELARD French scholar

Matilda Escapes / Smirke
Empress Matilda, daughter of Henry I, imprisoned by Stephen in Oxford Castle, escapes in white clothing over ice and snow to Wallingford, Oxon

Empress Matilda Escapes
Empress Matilda, daughter of Henry I, escapes from Oxford Castle on a snowy night where she has been imprisoned by Stephen

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In the year 1142, history witnessed several remarkable events and individuals. Matilda Escapes Stephen, a tale of bravery and determination that unfolded during the tumultuous times of political strife. Meanwhile, Saint John of the Cross inspired countless souls with his spiritual teachings and profound wisdom. One captivating moment captured in an engraving was Empress Matilda's daring escape from besieged Oxford Castle in 1142. The image depicts her courageously defying all odds to regain her freedom. Amidst these historical accounts, another intriguing mention is the Boeing 737-300 N14307 aircraft. This particular plane soared through the skies carrying passengers to their destinations, symbolizing progress and connectivity. The Foden General Purpose Engine Victoria DJ 1142 played its part as well - a reliable workhorse serving various purposes across different landscapes. Its robustness mirrored Abelard's writing style which captivated readers throughout centuries. Speaking of Abelard, his passionate love affair with Heloise remains etched in our collective memory. Artists like Stothard and Burney immortalized their story through artistry that evoked emotions deep within our hearts. As we delve further into history, Cahir Castle emerges majestically on the banks of River Suir in County Tipperary, Ireland. Standing strong for centuries, it serves as a testament to human resilience against adversity. However, not all stories are filled with triumph; some carry darker undertones like Abelard's castration – a tragic consequence he faced due to societal norms at that time. Lastly but no less intriguingly is Bohmer Franz's plan for Poznan Castle between 1939-1943. With mysterious content detected by unknown sources regarding material/technology used during those years adds an air of mystery surrounding this period in history.