Alliance Collection

Waterloo Haye-Sainte
NAPOLEONIC WARS The fighting at La Haye-Sainte (Belle Alliance)

Battle of Brunanburh during the Viking invasions of England
Battle of Brunanburh between the Anglo-Saxon King Aethelstan and an alliance of Olaf Guthfrithson and others, during the Viking invasions of England

Codex Borbonicus. Aztec codex. Written by Aztec priest shortly before or after tthe Spanish conquest of Mexico. 1562-1563. Detail fol. 17r

Ismail Enver Pasha, Turkish leader, WW1
Ismail Enver Pasha (1881-1922), Turkish military officer, leader of the Ottoman Empire in both Balkan Wars, architect of the Ottoman-German Alliance during the First World War

Some of the flags of the European Union, La Defense, Paris, France, Europe

Waterloo Belle Alliance
NAPOLEONIC WARS The second Prussian regiment attacks at Plancenoit (Belle Alliance)

Meeting of Wellington and Blucher at La Belle Alliance after the Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815 - Aquantint by Stadler after a drawing and engraving by Heath Date: 1815

Wellington and Blucher meet after Battle of Waterloo
Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) and Prussian Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher

Americans gaining French alliance in the Revolutionary War
American and French representatives signing a Treaty of Alliance at Paris, American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The Great Rapprochement - Great Britain and USA
Card illustrating The Great Rapprochement - a term that was used to specifically describe the convergence of social and political objectives between the United Kingdom

PREV2A-00090
Benjamin Franklin representing the American cause at Louis XVIs court. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century painting

Firestorm (colour litho)
2778617 Firestorm (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firestorm. Teams of Axis airplanes swoop down on the English motorized columns that attack in)

Entente Cordiale celebrations
The Entente Cordiale between Britain and France aimed to resolve colonial disputes over territories such as Egypt and Morocco

Scotland and France, Old Allies (colour litho)
3096270 Scotland and France, Old Allies (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scotland and France, Old Allies)

Le Traitede Paix avec Rome (The Peace Treaty with Rome), ca. 1789. Creator: Unknown
Le Traite de Paix avec Rome (The Peace Treaty with Rome), ca. 1789

London Fire Brigade despatch rider at night
The badge of the International Woman Suffrage Alliance, the design adopted at the 1906 congress held in Copenhagen. Depicts the figure of justice with scales and rising sun motif behind

Title page of the first printed copy of the Articles of Confederation, 1777
ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION. Title page of the first printed copy of the Articles of Confederation, 1777

BASEBALL, 1895. Portraits of the captains of the twelve baseball clubs in the National League, 1895

Map of Europe showing WW2 alliances, September 1939
A map of Europe, colour-coded to represent the different alliances between nations shortly after the outbreak of war, September 1939

Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by Empress Alexandra is met by French President, Faure, 1896
3480807 Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by Empress Alexandra is met by French President, Faure, 1896; (add.info.: Franco-Russian Alliance)

Napoleon Bonaparte meeting Russian Tsar Alexander on a raft in the middle of the Neman River, for the Treaty of Tilsit
FLO4608596 Napoleon Bonaparte meeting Russian Tsar Alexander on a raft in the middle of the Neman River, for the Treaty of Tilsit, 1807

The alliance generator
5311869 The alliance generator; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the alliance generator. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Engraving of Henry I of England, 1880 (engraving)
1574548 Engraving of Henry I of England, 1880 (engraving); (add.info.: Marriage of Henry I of England (1068-1135) to Princess (Eadgyth) Matilda of Scotland

Wedding poster of Francois I offering his heart to Eleanor, around 1527 (engraving)
7415638 Wedding poster of Francois I offering his heart to Eleanor, around 1527 (engraving); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by Empress Alexandra and President Faure, lride by the Arc de Triomphe, 1896
3480805 Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by Empress Alexandra and President Faure, lride by the Arc de Triomphe, 1896; (add.info.: Franco-Russian Alliance)

French state carriages prepared for the visit of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896
3480806 French state carriages prepared for the visit of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896; (add.info.: Franco-Russian Alliance. French state carriages prepared for the visit of Tsar Nicholas II)

Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by President Faure, laying the first stone of the Alexander III bridge, 1896
3480804 Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by President Faure, laying the first stone of the Alexander III bridge, 1896; (add.info.: Franco-Russian Alliance)

Umberto I of Italy, 1884
1577117 Umberto I of Italy, 1884; (add.info.: Vanity Fair image of Umberto I of Italy. Nicknamed The Good, he reigned as King of Italy and attempted to expand his country into the Horn of Africa)

Boxer Rising, China, 1899-1901: Troops of the Eight-Nation Alliance under the command of Japanese Colonel Kuriya
528583 Boxer Rising, China, 1899-1901: Troops of the Eight-Nation Alliance under the command of Japanese Colonel Kuriya, attacking Tianjin (Tientsin), 14 July 1900

World War I - the Italian Campaign 1915-1918: 1917 Italian poster appealing for contributions to war loan to repel
528524 World War I - the Italian Campaign 1915-1918: 1917 Italian poster appealing for contributions to war loan to repel the Austro-Hungarian and German alliance

An incident during the Pequot War, an armed conflict between the Pequot tribe
2956604 An incident during the Pequot War, an armed conflict between the Pequot tribe and an alliance of the English colonists of the Massachusetts Bay, Plymouth

Edward Henry Carson, Baron Carson, aka Lord Carson, and from 1900 to 1921, Sir Edward Carson (litho)
3252842 Edward Henry Carson, Baron Carson, aka Lord Carson, and from 1900 to 1921, Sir Edward Carson (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Henry Carson, Baron Carson , 1854-1935)

Czechoslovaks, France, 30 Jun 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Czechoslovaks, France, 30 Jun 1918. Czech and Slovak soldiers carrying the flag of the Czechoslovak legion during a ceremony on June 30

Thomas, Haig, Joffre, Lloyd George,12 Sept 1916. Creator: Bain News Service
Thomas, Haig, Joffre, Lloyd George, 12 Sept 1916. Lloyd George, British Minister of Munitions; Gen. Douglas Haig, Commander-in-Chief of the British Army; Gen

General Pershing, Gen. Pelletier, Gen. Dumas, Rene Besnard, 13 Jun 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
General Pershing, Gen. Pelletier, Gen. Dumas, Rene Besnard, 13 Jun 1917. The welcome of General John J. Pershing and his army at Boulogne, France on June 13, 1917

Joffre, Sharp, Pershing, Paris, July 4, 1917, 4 Jul 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Joffre, Sharp, Pershing, Paris, July 4, 1917, 4 Jul 1917 (date created or published later). French general Joseph Jacques Ce´saire Joffre (1852-1931), U.S

1. K. Rockwell, 2. Capt. Thenault, 3. Norman Prince, 4. Lieut. DeLaage, 5. Sgt. E, Cowdin..., 1916
1. K. Rockwell, 2. Capt. Thenault, 3. Norman Prince, 4. Lieut. DeLaage, 5. Sgt. E, Cowdin, 6. Sgt. Bert Hall, 7. J.R. McConnell, and 8. Victor Chapman, 26 Jun 1916 (created or published later)

Gen. Sir John French in Paris, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Gen. Sir John French in Paris, between c1914 and c1915. British officer John Denton Pinkstone French, (1852-1925), who served as the the first Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Force

August, 1526-1586, Elector of Saxony, Anna, 1532-1585, Princess of Denmark, Electoress of Saxony. Creator: Anon
August, 1526-1586, Elector of Saxony, Anna, 1532-1585, Princess of Denmark, Electoress of Saxony, unknown date

Latin America Against Germany; July 14, 1917, in Buenos-Aires: a crowd... 1917 Creator: Unknown
Latin America Against Germany; July 14, 1917, in Buenos-Aires: a crowd in the capital of Argentina, in front of a Pelota stadium, gathers around speakers who celebrate France and cheers for them

Latin America Against Germany; July 14, 1917, in Rio de Janeiro: a parade of sailors...1917 Creator: Unknown
Latin America Against Germany; July 14, 1917, in Rio de Janeiro: a parade of sailors from the French cruiser "Marseillaise"; carry the flag which has just been offered to them by the French

Ulrik III, 1527-1603, Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin Elisabeth, 1524-1586, Princess of Denmark. Creator: Anon
Ulrik III, 1527-1603, Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin Elisabeth, 1524-1586, Princess of Denmark, unknown date

Illustration for Six Great Events of the Last Decade, 1791. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Six Great Events of the Last Decade, 1791

Creation of the Polish Army in France; The Franco-Polish mission receives the flag... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Creation of the Polish Army in France; The Franco-Polish mission receives the flag which will be handed over, on October 15, 1917, to the 1st battalion of Polish chasseurs, 1917

Russian army entering Warsaw in 1813, after 1813. Creator: Nusbiegel, Johann (ca 1750-1833)
Russian army entering Warsaw in 1813, after 1813. Private Collection

Christian I, 1560-1591, Elector of Saxony, Sofia, 1568-1622, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Christian I, 1560-1591, Elector of Saxony, Sofia, 1568-1622, Princess of Brandenburg, c16th century

Christian I, 1426-1481, King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden and Dorothea, 1430-1496, c15th century. Creator: Anon
Christian I, 1426-1481, King of Denmark, Norway and Sweden and Dorothea, 1430-1496, Queen of Sweden, Norway and Denmark, c15th century

Johan Georg, 1525-1598, Elector of Brandenburg. Sabina, 1529-1575, c16th century. Creator: Anon
Johan Georg, 1525-1598, Elector of Brandenburg. Sabina, 1529-1575, of Bayteuth, c16th century

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"Alliance: A Tapestry of History and Unity" In the annals of history, the concept has woven together nations, cultures, and individuals in a tapestry that transcends time. From Waterloo Haye-Sainte to Codex Borbonicus, from the Battle of Brunanburh to Ismail Enver Pasha's leadership during World War I, alliances have shaped our world. At Waterloo Belle Alliance, flags fluttered proudly under the European Union emblem at La Defense in Paris. It was here that Wellington and Blucher met after their triumphant victory over Napoleon's forces. Their meeting symbolized not only military triumph but also a profound unity among nations. Across the Atlantic Ocean, another significant alliance unfolded during the Revolutionary War. Americans sought support from their French allies as they fought for independence against British rule. This pivotal moment marked a turning point in history and laid the foundation for future transatlantic collaboration. The Great Rapprochement between Great Britain and USA further solidified this bond. Overcoming past conflicts, these two nations forged an enduring partnership based on shared values and mutual respect. Together they championed democracy and progress on both sides of the Atlantic. But they are not confined to political realms alone; cultural ties have also played a vital role throughout history. Scotland and France stand as old allies with deep-rooted connections depicted vividly in colourful lithographs like PREV2A-00090. These artistic expressions capture centuries-old friendships that continue to thrive today. Alliances remind us that we are stronger when we stand united rather than divided by borders or differences. They embody cooperation, trust, and collective action towards common goals – be it defending freedom or preserving heritage. As we reflect upon these historical moments where alliances were formed or strengthened – whether it be through battles won or treaties signed – let us remember that alliance is more than just a word; it represents humanity's capacity for collaboration and the power of unity.