Harwich Collection

Shamrock V races
The first appearance in a race by the Shamrock V, Sir Thomas Liptons Americas Cup challenger in 1930. The Shamrock V is seen here in the foreground, alongside Lord Camroses Cambria

HMS Arethusa, British light cruiser, with destroyers, WW1
HMS Arethusa, British light cruiser, launched 1913, served in various locations during the early part of the First World War, damaged by a mine off Felixstowe and wrecked 1916

Ben Dale, lifeboatman of Harwich, Essex
Ben Dale, a famous lifeboatman of Harwich, Essex, who served as Coxswain for 23 years. Pictured here with two medals pinned to his chest

The Harwich-Zeebrugge Train Ferry, c1930. Creator: Unknown
The Harwich-Zeebrugge Train Ferry, c1930. From " The Wonder Book of Ships", edited by Harry Golding. [Ward, Lock & Co. Limited, London and Melbourne, ]

Victorian cast iron lighthouses on beach, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex, England, July

HMS Empress aircraft carrier, WW1
HMS Empress, British Royal Navy aircraft carrier during the First World War. Launched 1907 as a cross-channel steamer, converted as aircraft carrier 1914, based at Harwich, then Queenstown

Parish Church, Felixstowe, Suffolk
Parish Church, Felixstowe, near Harwich, Suffolk, England. Date: 1920s

Mistley Quay, Essex
Mistley Quay, near Harwich, Essex Date: 1831

Victorian cast iron lighthouse on beach, Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex, England, July

Dovercourt Low Lighthouse (or Dovercourt Range Light), built in 1863 and discontinued in 1917, Harwich, Essex, England

The Low Lighthouse, now a maritime museum, Harwich, Essex, England

Dovercourt High Lighthouses, or Dovercourt Range Light, built in 1863 to work as a leading light, guiding vessels around Landguard Point, and discontinued in 1917, Harwich, Essex, England

Dovercourt High and Low Lighthouses, or Dovercourt Range Lights, built in 1863 to work as leading lights, guiding vessels around Landguard Point, and discontinued in 1917, Harwich, Essex, England

Crew of HMS Maidstone - submarine Depot Ship. Date: circa 1910s

Dovercourt The Sands near Harwich early 1900s

Harwich Docks Victorian period

Trial of the first steam lifeboat at Harwich in 1889

Harwich Harbour - Trial of first steam lifeboat in 1889

1840s Victorian Map of Suffolk

1840s Victorian Map of Essex

Advert, The United Steamship Company, Copenhagen - to Scandinavia and the Continent via Esbjerg Date: 1955

HMS Vulture - a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Vulture, a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer ordered under the 1895 - 1896 Naval Estimates. She was the fifth ship to carry this name since it was introduced in 1776 for a

German U-boats surrendered at Harwich, WW1
Fleet of German U-boats surrendered at Harwich towards the end of the First World War. circa 1918

County Map of Essex, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Advertisement, Great Eastern Railway Companys Hotels (b / w photo)
5201027 Advertisement, Great Eastern Railway Companys Hotels (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Eastern Railway Companys Hotels. Advertisement)

Cropped version of Belgium, Harwich, Zeebrugge, LNER poster, 1923-1947
UIG5108033 Cropped version of Belgium, Harwich, Zeebrugge, LNER poster, 1923-1947 by Higgins, Reginald Edward (1877-1933); National Railway Museum, York, North Yorkshire

The Hook of Holland Express by Night, Liverpool Street Station to Parkeston Quay (Harwich)
2794595 The Hook of Holland Express by Night, Liverpool Street Station to Parkeston Quay (Harwich), Great Eastern Railway (colour litho) by English School

Harwich, the Quay and Great Eastern Hotel (b / w photo)
3091974 Harwich, the Quay and Great Eastern Hotel (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harwich, the Quay and Great Eastern Hotel)

Harwich, the Beach at Low Tide (b / w photo)
3091811 Harwich, the Beach at Low Tide (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harwich, the Beach at Low Tide)

Sir Reginald Yorke Tyrwhitt, China Station, c. 1927
Vintage c.1920s photograph: Admiral of the Fleet Sir Reginald Yorke Tyrwhitt, 1st Baronet, GCB DSO was a Royal Navy officer. During the First World War he served as commander of the Harwich Force

Wreck of the "Floridian, "Emigrant Ship, on the Long Sands, off Harwich (engraving)
1617987 Wreck of the " Floridian, " Emigrant Ship, on the Long Sands, off Harwich (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wreck of the " Floridian)

A traveller resting in the grounds of Broke Hall, Suffolk (oil on canvas)
1273702 A traveller resting in the grounds of Broke Hall, Suffolk (oil on canvas) by Catton, Charles (1728-98) (circle of); 68.6x166.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Public arms: Richmond; Harwich; Newport, Monmouthshire; Gateshead; Ludlow (engraving)
6008945 Public arms: Richmond; Harwich; Newport, Monmouthshire; Gateshead; Ludlow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richmond; Harwich; Newport)

Members of the New House of Commons (engraving)
1614042 Members of the New House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New House of Commons)

Advert, Thames & Channel Passenger Service, London Steamboat Company Limited, for steamboats calling at various points along the River Thames in London and places further afield in Essex

Four men burning the Holy Rood near Harwich, Essex
Four men burning the Holy Rood (from All Saints Church, Dovercourt) near Harwich, Essex. 1533

Members of the New Parliament (engraving)
1047896 Members of the New Parliament (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the New Parliament)

Harwich, Essex (engraving)
981469 Harwich, Essex (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harwich, Essex)

Mistley Quay, near Harwich, Essex (engraving)
981463 Mistley Quay, near Harwich, Essex (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mistley Quay, near Harwich, Essex)

New Members of the House of Commons, II (engraving)
1045382 New Members of the House of Commons, II (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Members of the House of Commons, II)

The Great Eastern Railway Terminus and Hotel at Harwich (engraving)
1610544 The Great Eastern Railway Terminus and Hotel at Harwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Eastern Railway Terminus and Hotel at Harwich)

The "Koh-I-Noor"nearing Harwich (b / w photo)
3631781 The " Koh-I-Noor" nearing Harwich (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Koh-I-Noor" nearing Harwich)

Channel Match of the New Thames Yacht Club, Southend to Harwich, starting from Southend Pier (engraving)
1623387 Channel Match of the New Thames Yacht Club, Southend to Harwich, starting from Southend Pier (engraving) by English School

The "Claud Hamilton", New Steamship for the Harwich and Rotterdam Route (engraving)
1049339 The " Claud Hamilton", New Steamship for the Harwich and Rotterdam Route (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Light House, Harwich (engraving)
981405 Light House, Harwich (engraving) by Bartlett, William Henry (1809-54) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Light House, Harwich)

Cropped version of The Continent via Harwich, LNER poster, c 1930s
UIG5108048 Cropped version of The Continent via Harwich, LNER poster, c 1930s by Higgins, Reginald Edward (1877-1933); National Railway Museum, York, North Yorkshire

The Landing of Princess Charlotte at Harwich in 1761, 1762 (oil on canvas)
824259 The Landing of Princess Charlotte at Harwich in 1761, 1762 (oil on canvas) by Cleveley, John the Elder (c.1712-77); 87x170.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize (engraving)
1103350 The Ocean Yacht Match from Gravesend to Harwich, on Saturday, 4 June, the Volante winning the Cutters Prize (engraving) by Weedon

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Harwich, a town steeped in history and maritime tales. From the exhilarating Shamrock V races to the heroic efforts of Ben Dale, a lifeboatman from Harwich, this coastal gem has witnessed it all. In the midst of World War I, HMS Arethusa stood tall as a British light cruiser accompanied by destroyers, protecting these shores with unwavering determination. Meanwhile, Victorian cast iron lighthouses adorned the beach at Dovercourt, illuminating the path for sailors and guiding them safely home. The echoes of war resonated further as HMS Empress aircraft carrier sailed through these waters during its crucial role in World War I. The Parish Church in nearby Felixstowe stood as a symbol of hope and solace for those affected by conflict. Mistley Quay served as an important hub for trade and commerce, connecting Harwich to distant lands. It was here that stories were exchanged between sailors from far-flung corners of the world. The brave crew aboard HMS Maidstone - submarine Depot Ship - exemplified courage and resilience amidst treacherous seas. Their unwavering dedication ensured safe passage for submarines under their care. Transporting us back in time to early 1900s is Dovercourt's picturesque Sands near Harwich. This idyllic retreat offered respite to weary travelers seeking tranquility along its sandy shores. Harwich Docks stood proudly during the Victorian period, witnessing countless ships come and go – each carrying dreams and aspirations across vast oceans. These docks became a testament to human ingenuity and ambition. And let us not forget the historic trial of the first steam lifeboat at Harwich in 1889 – an event that revolutionized rescue operations at sea forevermore. This groundbreaking innovation saved countless lives over time while cementing Harwich's place in maritime history. As we explore every corner of this enchanting town on England's eastern coast, we uncover layers upon layers of captivating stories.