Cressy Collection

H. M. S. Cressy
Lead ship of the Royal Navy Cressy class of armoured cruisers, the Cressy was launched in December 1899. Soon after the outbreak of World War One, the Cressy and two of her sisterships

HMS Aboukir, British Cressy class armoured cruiser, launched 1900, sunk by German U boat in September 1914

Cressy, Dorothy (litho)
7181484 Cressy, Dorothy (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cressy, Dorothy. Engraver: Williams)

The Baltic Fleet at Anchor off Tolboukin Beacon, Cronstadt and the Russian Fleet within View (engraving)
1608461 The Baltic Fleet at Anchor off Tolboukin Beacon, Cronstadt and the Russian Fleet within View (engraving) by English School

Scene at the Battle of Crecy, Picardy, France, 26 August 1346, an English victory under King Edward III, during the Hundred Years War

Battle of Cr飹1346
The Battle of CrÚú╣, also called Battle of Cressy, was an English victory during the Edwardian phase of the Hundred Years War. 26 August 1346

The English wait for the French at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485
984762 The English wait for the French at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

The Battle of Crecy, 26th August 1346, illustration from Hutchinson
STC293151 The Battle of Crecy, 26th August 1346, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Edward III greeting the Prince of Wales after the Battle (litho)
1107585 Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Edward III greeting the Prince of Wales after the Battle (litho) by Woodville

Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Charge of the French Chivalry on the English Bowmen (litho)
1107962 Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Charge of the French Chivalry on the English Bowmen (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cressy (coloured engraving)
668521 Cressy (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cressy, depicting the Battle of Crecy, a battle in the Hundred Years War.); © Look and Learn

Edward refuses succour to his son at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485
984763 Edward refuses succour to his son at Crecy, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Death of John of Bohemia at Cressy (engraving)
2813448 Death of John of Bohemia at Cressy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of John of Bohemia at Cressy)

Departure of the Baltic Fleet from Spithead (engraving)
1602351 Departure of the Baltic Fleet from Spithead (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Departure of the Baltic Fleet from Spithead)

The Trial of the New First Class Cruiser "Cressy", leaving Portsmouth Harbour (b / w photo)
1600410 The Trial of the New First Class Cruiser " Cressy", leaving Portsmouth Harbour (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Edward III crossing the Somme in the Face of the French Army (engraving)
1107584 Battles of the British Army, Cressy, Edward III crossing the Somme in the Face of the French Army (engraving) by Woodville

Map of Dardanelles with HMS Bacchante, WW1
Map of the Dardanelles with an inset image of HMS Bacchante, British Cressy-class armoured cruiser. 1915

Edward III refusing to send aid to his son (Edward, the Black Prince) at the Battle of Crecy, 26 August 1346. His response was " Let the boy win his spurs"

HMS Cressy, British heavy (armed) cruiser. Date: circa 1904

Naval losses in North Sea by G. H. Davis
The naval losses in the North Sea, all on the same day. (1) The Aboukir, struck by a German torpedo. (2) The Hogue, struck and sunk while trying to help the Aboukir

Survivors from German U-boat attack, WW1
Some of the survivors from a German U-boat attack which sank three British cruisers (Aboukir, Hogue and Cressy) in the North Sea on 22 September 1914, in the early stages of the First World War

HMS Aboukir, British armoured cruiser
HMS Aboukir, British Cressy-class armoured cruiser, launched 1902, sunk by a German U-boat in September 1914. circa 1902

The crew of the U boat U9, they sunk three royal navy cruisers, HMS Aboukir, HMS Cressy and HMS Hogue

Cressy Marks, in her trendy striped long-sleeved top and pleated skirt

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"Cressy: A Tale of Heroism and History" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating story of Cressy. From the legendary H. M. S. Cressy to the Battle of Crecy, this name echoes through centuries, leaving an indelible mark on British history. Let us begin with the valiant H. M. S. Cressy, a formidable British Cressy class armoured cruiser that sailed proudly across treacherous waters. Alongside her sister ships, such as HMS Aboukir and HMS Bacchante, she stood as a symbol of naval strength during World War I. As we explore further into English history, vivid pictures come to life before our eyes. Colored engravings depict scenes from battles like the Battle of Crécy in Picardy, France – a momentous clash where Edward III's army awaited their French adversaries with unwavering determination. The lithographs tell tales of heroes like Dorothy Cressy who left an indomitable legacy behind her name. Her courage and resilience inspire generations to come. Traveling even further back in time brings us to Tolboukin Beacon off Cronstadt – a sight that witnessed The Baltic Fleet at Anchor while offering glimpses into Russia's formidable navy. But it is the Battle of Crécy that truly encapsulates the spirit of bravery associated with "Cressy. " On August 26th, 1346, Edward III greeted his son after emerging victorious against all odds. Lithographs immortalize this historic encounter along with another pivotal moment - when French chivalry charged fearlessly towards English bowmen. In these battles fought by the British Army throughout history lies an unyielding spirit that defines "Cressy. " It represents honor on both sides - from Edward III's triumphant greeting to courageous charges by French knights against skilled archers. So let us remember "Cressy" not just as a name, but as a symbol of valor and resilience.