Heligoland Collection (page 2)

An Experimental Cruise, HMS Hecate at Sea on her Passage to Heligoland (engraving)
1622695 An Experimental Cruise, HMS Hecate at Sea on her Passage to Heligoland (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Experimental Cruise)

Heligoland, the Recruiting Station for the Foreign Legion (engraving)
2785409 Heligoland, the Recruiting Station for the Foreign Legion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heligoland)

The Cession of Heligoland to Germany (engraving)
1038277 The Cession of Heligoland to Germany (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cession of Heligoland to Germany)

Sketches in Heligoland (engraving)
1596542 Sketches in Heligoland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Heligoland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 July 1890)

Sketches in Heligoland (engraving)
1596496 Sketches in Heligoland (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Heligoland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 July 1890)

Pages 17 & 18, from Flags of All Nations and of the States
1272286 Pages 17 & 18, from Flags of All Nations and of the States and Territories of the United States of America, 1887 (chromolitho) by American School

Heligoland (engraving)
1627118 Heligoland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heligoland. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 June 1890)

The Anglo-German Agreement, General View of Heligoland (engraving)
1047381 The Anglo-German Agreement, General View of Heligoland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anglo-German Agreement, General View of Heligoland)

RAF Beaufighters attack four merchant ships near Heligoland in The North Sea. Heligoland is a small archipelago in the North Sea

HMS Courageous
Royal Navy - HMS Courageous (pennant number 50 ) HMS Courageous was the lead ship of her class of three battlecruisers built for the Royal Navy during the First World War

Helgoland (Heligoland) - a small German archipelago
Boats drawn up on the beach on Helgoland (Heligoland) - a small German archipelago in the North Sea. Date: circa 1903

Map of Heligoland is a small German archipelago in the North Sea
Illustration of a Map of Heligoland is a small German archipelago in the North Sea

Heligoland, 1838. From A Display of the Naval Flags of All Nations. Collected from the Best Authorities. [Fisher, Son, & Co. London, 1838]

Black-faced Bunting This bird was seen into hard rain/snow conditions This is the 4th of his species to be found in Heligoland, Germany, Emberiza spodocephala

Immature Siberian Stonechat (Saxicola maurus) on Heligoland, Germany, Saxicola maurus

H. M. S. Fearless
An Active class scout cruiser of the Royal Navy, the Fearless was launched in 1912 and in World War One led the 1st Destroyer Flotilla in the Battles of Heligoland Blight, 1914, and Jutland 1916

Heligoland Island
Heligoland - a small German archipelago in the North Sea. Formerly Danish and British possessions, the islands (population 1)

The Upper Town of Heligoland, Germany, 1947
Aerial photograph showing the upper town of Heligoland, the former German military base, pictured in 1947. The widespread destruction shown in the photograph was caused by Royal Air Force bombing

R34 Airship, Transatlantic crossing 1919
Flying over the fleet in the firth of forth, the R 34 the first British transatlantic dirigible. Illustration showing the armed demonstration flight over Heligoland

WW1 - Patrolled U-Boat over Heligoland, German Islands
WW1 - An illustration showing two air-crafts patrolling over Heligoland. From their aeroplanes, they observe a U-Boat hidden in the rough waters of the North Sea. Date: 1915

British rescuing men from German destroyer, Heligoland, WW1
British sailors rescuing men of a German destroyer, under fire, at the Battle of Heligoland Bight - a gallant deed officially recognised by Germany

Makes you F(i)ume, doesn t it? by Bruce Bairnsfather
If only OUR National Poet would take Heligoland and refuse to leave it until its ours! Caricature of George Robey (1869-1954), music hall entertainer and comedian, pictured refusing Heligoland

Naval engagement off Heligoland by G. H. Davis
The smart naval engagement off Heligoland: the destruction of German light cruisers and torpedo boats, shown in a series of drawings made from sketches by an eye witness. 1

Zeppelin airship flights by night, by G. H. Davis
The possibilities of Zeppelin airship flights by night. Showing a 360 mile route from Heligoland to Selby, and an inset map with various routes marked

Successful Heligoland raid by G. H. Davis
A daring exploit by the RAF: the successful Heligoland raid. The intensive pattern attack by Wellington bombers on Heligoland: aircraft diving down on German warships

Island of Heligoland by G. H. Davis
Refortified for prestige : Heligoland, of no strategical value. A detailed drawing of the fingerpost to Germanys only western sea outlet: the tiny island of Heligoland

Commodore R Y Tyrwhitt of the Arethusa, WW1
Commodore (later Admiral of the Fleet) Sir Reginald Yorke Tyrwhitt (1870-1951), British naval officer. As Commodore of the Arethusa

H. M. S. Lurcher
The Lurcher was a Royal Navy ship, a modified Acheron class destroyer (I class), which took part in the Battle of Heligoland Blight in 1914

Heligoland submarine rescue by G. H. Davis
During the naval action off Heligoland in the early part of the First World War, a boats crew is rescued by a British submarine. Date: August 1914

Heligoland Flags Nations Series 2 N10 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands
Artokoloro

The Cession of Heligoland to Germany: H. M
The Cession of Heligoland to Germany: H.M.s. Calypso Firing a Salute on the Arrival of the German Authorities to Take over the Administration of the Island, 1890 Engraving

MR. A. C. S. BARKLY, C. M. G. F. R. G. S. Ex-Governor of Heligoland, GERMAN, DANISH, BRITISH
MR. A.C.S. BARKLY, C.M.G. F.R.G.S. Ex-Governor of Heligoland, GERMAN, DANISH, BRITISH, UK, 1890 engraving

MRS. BARKLY, WIFE OF MR. A. C. S. BARKLY, C. M. G. F. R. G. S. Ex-Governor of Heligoland
MRS. BARKLY, WIFE OF MR. A.C.S. BARKLY, C.M.G. F.R.G.S. Ex-Governor of Heligoland, GERMAN, DANISH, BRITISH, UK, 1890 engraving

HELIGOLAND AND SANDY Which it is proposed to cede to Germany, engraving 1890, engraved image, history, arkheia, illustrative technique, engravement, engraving, victorian, Arts, Culture

View of Heligoland, Helgoland, Germany

View from a Window of Helgoland (oil on canvas laid down on paperboard)
XKH191609 View from a Window of Helgoland (oil on canvas laid down on paperboard) by Willers, Ernst (1803-80); 30x22 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Helgoland in Moonlight, 1851 (oil on canvas)
XKH141446 Helgoland in Moonlight, 1851 (oil on canvas) by Morgenstern, Christian Ernst Bernhard (1805-67); 83.3x118.6 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Radio tower, Helgoland, Germany, Europe

Grey Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, pup waving with fin, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Grey Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, pup is nursed by mother seal, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Grey Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, yawning, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Gray Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, male and female, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Grey Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, female slapping fin on a male seals rear, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Grey Seal -Halichoerus grypus-, pup, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Common Eider -Somateria mollissima-, drake, showing off, Heligoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Two Northern Gannets -Morus bassanus- sitting on a rock, Heligoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Northern Gannet -Morus bassanus-, Heligoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Ruddy Turnstone -Arenaria interpres- in search of food, Dune island, Helgoland, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

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"Heligoland: A Tapestry of History, Nature, and Imperialism" Step into the captivating world of Heligoland, a small German archipelago in the North Sea that holds within its shores a rich tapestry of history, nature, and imperialistic tales. From the depths of Egyptian waters to the Victorian period, this enchanting island has witnessed it all. In 1882, an American cartoon titled "The Devilfish in Egyptian Waters" depicted England as the octopus of imperialism, relentlessly grabbing land on every continent. Little did they know that Heligoland would become a symbol of resistance against such dominance. Amidst this historical backdrop lies a breathtaking sight - two Northern Gannets gracefully touching beaks to greet each other. These majestic birds find solace in Heligoland's embrace within Schleswig-Holstein region of Germany. Their presence reminds us that even amidst human conquests, nature finds ways to thrive. Sir Henry Maxse stands tall among those who have left their mark on this unique island. His legacy intertwines with Heligoland's story like an oystercatcher delicately picking at its prey. Through his efforts and vision for conservation, he ensured that future generations could witness the wonders hidden within these shores. Lange Anna (Long Anna), a free-standing rock column rising proudly from the sea surrounding Heligoland serves as both guardian and beacon for sailors navigating these treacherous waters. Its stoic presence echoes through time as if whispering tales from centuries past. As we explore further into Heligoland's realm, we encounter gray seals basking lazily along its coastline – reminding us that life flourishes even in seemingly desolate places. Their playful antics bring joy to visitors who come seeking respite from bustling cityscapes. Heligoland itself has endured many chapters throughout history; it stood strong during Germany's Victorian period when change was sweeping across the nation.