Englishmen Collection

How Some Englishmen thought we were going to win the war
Humorous cartoon showing Englishmen, armed with cricket bats, golf clubs and rugby balls giving the Hun a good thrashing - a satirical view on how some thought World War One could be won in

Why We Lost by William Heath Robinson
Some of the things that made cricket so difficult for Englishmen in Australia. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/ILN/Mary Evans Date: 1921

Lincoln Cathedral. 1192-1549. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. Lincoln. Cathedral. Center nave from the choir. Gothic art. Architecture

Country Hunt in India
Sporty Englishmen are accompanied by a motley pack of hounds as they seek to recapture the glory of the chase on an Indian plain

The Englishmen's Arrival in Virginia: Map of Virginia coast showing Native territories Secotan and Weapemoc
528106 The Englishmen's Arrival in Virginia: Map of Virginia coast showing Native territories Secotan and Weapemoc, and the Native community on Roanoak island at river mouth, 1590

Capture of Englishmen by Brigands, Asia Minor
The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (today the Asian section of Turkey). Mehemet, the Turkish servant, is seen making a stand to allow his masters, Mr F.J

William Penns treaty with the Indians, illustration from This Country of Ours, The Story of the United States by H. E
STC232167 William Penns treaty with the Indians, illustration from This Country of Ours, The Story of the United States by H.E. Marshall, 1917 (colour litho) by Michael, Arthur C

People from Europe (coloured engraving)
997459 People from Europe (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Englishmen in Colorado (engraving)
729002 Englishmen in Colorado (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Englishmen in Colorado - fishing for breakfast)

Robinson Crusoe surprising the three Englishmen
LLM454961 Robinson Crusoe surprising the three Englishmen by Lydon, Alexander Francis (1836-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robinson Crusoe surprising the three Englishmen)

Arrest of Englishmen by the Moorish Government, the Shereefian Steam-Ship "Al Hassani"and her Crew
1615187 Arrest of Englishmen by the Moorish Government, the Shereefian Steam-Ship " Al Hassani" and her Crew (b/w photo) by English Photographer

An Indian Prince entertains British Officials, c. 1810 (gouache on paper)
PNP314302 An Indian Prince entertains British Officials, c.1810 (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; Indian, out of copyright

"Shake hands like Englishmen "(engraving)
2813251 " Shake hands like Englishmen " (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Shake hands like Englishmen)

The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (engraving)
1041210 The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor)

Englishmen stalking Hartebeeste in South Africa, Result, Flight of the Game (engraving)
1037457 Englishmen stalking Hartebeeste in South Africa, Result, Flight of the Game (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Englishmen waiting for the morning of the battle of Agincourt (engraving)
672402 Englishmen waiting for the morning of the battle of Agincourt (engraving) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Romance of the Brighton Road (engraving)
1604026 The Romance of the Brighton Road (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Romance of the Brighton Road)

A Sledge Journey across Siberia (engraving)
1038173 A Sledge Journey across Siberia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sledge Journey across Siberia)

The Arrest of Englishmen in Paris, Mr Purdie and his Brother marched handcuffed through the Streets (engraving)
1056063 The Arrest of Englishmen in Paris, Mr Purdie and his Brother marched handcuffed through the Streets (engraving) by English School

Englishmen in Colorado, fishing for Breakfast (engraving)
1058014 Englishmen in Colorado, fishing for Breakfast (engraving) by Walker, Francis S. (1848-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Englishmen in Colorado, fishing for Breakfast)

Silhouettes from Japan (engraving)
1050437 Silhouettes from Japan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silhouettes from Japan)

A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving)
3035659 A Sale of English Beauties in the East Indies, pub. 1786 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French in Madagascar (engraving)
1045867 The French in Madagascar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French in Madagascar, Scenes at the Great Public Assembly on the Parade-Ground)

COMBAT DE TRENTE (battle of Thirty) wherein 30 Englishmen engaged 30 Frenchman in hand- to-hand combat at Ploermel, Bretagne Date: 1350

Disderi Portrait Mosaic of English Luminaries of the 1860s
Collage Mosaic photograph by Disderi reproduced on a carte de visite showing well-known English luminaries of the period (the 1860s)

Village near Thessaloniki - English Man out for a stroll
Village near Thessaloniki, Greece - English Man out for a stroll - saying hello to a couple of dogs near a stream. Date: 1929

Victoria Cross Heroes of Mons and Le Cateau, c1914-1919
Captain Francis Octavus Grenfell (1880-1915), Major Charles A. Lavington Yate (1872-1914), Captain Theodore Wright (1883-1914), Captain Douglas Reynolds (1882-1916), Lieut

Scythian shield
The Battersea Shield. 350 -50 BC. Celtic art. Jewelry. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. London. The British Museum. Proc: UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. GREATER LONDON. London

VANBRUGH, Sir John (1664-1726). Blenheim Palace. 1705-1724. UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. SOUTH EAST ENGLAND. Baroque art

French English figures Costumes modernes FranAzais et Anglais
French and English figures Costumes modernes Francais et Anglais (title on object), Cartoon on French and English fashion in the last quarter of the eighteenth century

UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND. Birmingham. Industrial Revolution.Birmingham in 1860, by Percival Skelton. Engraving

English Gentleman C15+
An Englishmen in a three- quarter length coat Date: 15/16th centuries

Four Englishmen C15
Four Englishmen all wearing long gowns or robes Date: 15th century

Persons of Rank, C15
Four Englishmen of high rank Date: 15th century

SMITH, Sir Francis Pettit (1804-1874). English inventor and, along with John Ericsson, one of the inventors of the screw propeller. Engraving

English lantern clock (18th c. ). Baroque art
English lantern clock (18th c.). Baroque art. Jewelry. FRANCE. FRANCHE-COMTɮ DOUBS. Besan篮. Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology. Proc: UNITED KINGDOM. ENGLAND

PEEL, Robert (1788-1850). Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (1834-1835 and 1841-1846). Engraving for Rafael Ward. Engraving

SPENSER, Edmund (1552-1599). English poet. Engraving. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. National Library

MORE, Sir Thomas (1478-1535). English politician, humanist and writer. Oil

New Stock Exchange in London dealing with contracts on coal. La Ilustraci󮠐 eriod o Universal. Engraving. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid. National Library

Wotton, Sir Henry (1568-1639). English author, diplomat and politician who sat in the House of Commons in 1614 and 1625. Engraving

LEWYCKA, Marina (1946). British novelist of Ukrainian origin

ENGLAND. Newcastle Stock Exchange (19 century). Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)

ENGLAND. London (19c. ). Newgate Prision. Engraving
ENGLAND. London (19c.). Newgate Prision. Engraving. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Biblioteca de Catalunya (National Library of Catalonia)

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London. White Tower. 1844. Engraving

EVEREST, George (1790-1866). Welsh surveyor and geographer

Norwich. Cathedral
Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. 1096-1501. UNITED KINGDOM. Norwich. Cathedral. Central nave and main altar. Romanesque art. Architecture

London. Parliament. Engraving

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"Englishmen: A Tapestry of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Travels" Step into the world as we unravel their fascinating journey through history. From the audacious belief in victory during war to heartbreaking defeats, their resilience shines through. In "How Some Englishmen thought we were going to win the war, " witness the unwavering optimism that fueled their spirits amidst conflict. Yet, William Heath Robinson's poignant work "Why We Lost" offers a sobering reflection on the harsh realities they faced. Travel back in time to Lincoln Cathedral, an architectural marvel standing tall from 1192-1549 in the United Kingdom. Marvel at its grandeur and feel the weight of history within its walls. Embark on a thrilling Country Hunt in India alongside these adventurous souls who sought excitement beyond borders. Discover how England's influence reached far corners of the globe. Journey to Stratford-Upon-Avon, birthplace of literary genius William Shakespeare. Immerse yourself in his timeless works and experience firsthand why this quaint town holds such significance for Englishmen. But not all tales are filled with triumphs; some reveal darker chapters. Witness harrowing moments like the Capture by Brigands in Asia Minor or explore artifacts like Scythian shields that tell stories of bravery against adversity. Delve into Khelat-el-Nakhl, where a tragic murder unfolded at Arab hands - a stark reminder that even adventurers face perilous encounters along their paths. Venture into British East Africa and relive The Fighting - an epic struggle etched onto lithographs depicting courage amidst untamed wildernesses. Uncover chilling accounts such as The Englishmen killed by Greek Brigands or delve deeper into Murder in Greece - reminders that danger lurks even when exploring foreign lands. Through victories and losses alike, these snapshots encapsulate what it means to be an Englishman – resilient dreamers who dared venture into the unknown, leaving an indelible mark on history.