Hero Collection (page 6)

Cupid disguised as Aeneas's son, presents gifts to Dido, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886548 Cupid disguised as Aeneas's son, presents gifts to Dido, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli

Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886550 Dido Sacrifices to Juno, the Goddess of Marriage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); 411x464.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Carved lotus flower, detail from an exterior wall, 1643 (marble)
DND184162 Carved lotus flower, detail from an exterior wall, 1643 (marble) by Lahori, Ustad Ahmad (fl.1630-47); Taj Mahal, Agra, India; Dinodia

World War 1: British soldier helping a wounded comrade
3787047 World War 1: British soldier helping a wounded comrade; (add.info.: World War 1: British soldier helping a wounded comrade. British Official War Photograph published on postcard. Series III)

Dido and Aeneas seek shelter from a storm, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886553 Dido and Aeneas seek shelter from a storm, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); 416.4x418.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Death of Dido, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886561 The Death of Dido, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); 414x466.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Dido and Aeneas, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886546 Dido and Aeneas, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The surprise of the Mayflower Men (litho)
3099922 The surprise of the Mayflower Men (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dido shows Aeneas the plans for the fortifications of Carthage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886549 Dido shows Aeneas the plans for the fortifications of Carthage, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli

Joan of Arc on Horseback, c. 1889-1899 (pen and black ink, ink wash and white heightening)
XOS5884080 Joan of Arc on Horseback, c. 1889-1899 (pen and black ink, ink wash and white heightening) by Fremiet, Emmanuel (1824-1910); 35x20.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Turks fire rifles behind Walter Greenway to see if he is really deaf, but not a sound does he seem to hear (litho)
3099921 The Turks fire rifles behind Walter Greenway to see if he is really deaf, but not a sound does he seem to hear (litho) by Skinner

A Chaplain's heroism under fire
3787458 A Chaplain's heroism under fire; (add.info.: A Chaplain's heroism under fire. How the Rev. Edward Noel Mellish won the V.C. at St. Eloi. Drawing by Jack Dodsworth (Dates unknown)

General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I
3779505 General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I; (add.info.: General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I. (Chief of Rench General Staff)); Lebrecht History

World War 1: French army at the Battle of Verdun
3786992 World War 1: French army at the Battle of Verdun; (add.info.: World War 1: French army at the Battle of Verdun. 21st of February - 18th December 1916. Wounded French soldiers)

Colombia, Santa Marta, Simon Bolivar Statue at Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino
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A mad woman. Detail of Philippe Pinel delivers the insane at La Salpetriere, 1876 (Painting)
7422862 A mad woman. Detail of Philippe Pinel delivers the insane at La Salpetriere, 1876 (Painting) by Robert-Fleury, Tony (1837-1912); (add.info.: Medicine. Psychology. A mad woman)

Ehon Suikoden (one page from book), 1829 (woodcut)
8603839 Ehon Suikoden (one page from book), 1829 (woodcut) by Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849); 22 x 14 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Jeremiah, the weeping prophet, 1891 (engraving)
7241709 Jeremiah, the weeping prophet, 1891 (engraving) by Lacaille, Felix Jules (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Spirit of America, 1919 (colour litho)
699131 The Spirit of America, 1919 (colour litho) by Christy, Howard Chandler (1873-1952); 76x51 cm; Private Collection; © Galerie Bilderwelt

Grace Darling
3787174 Grace Darling; (add.info.: Grace Darling - bust of English victorian heroine known for rescuring survivors of SS Forfarshire off the Northumberland coast in 1833 with her father)

St. George and the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut)
XJF137095 St. George and the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut); Private Collection

Kamada Matahachi, a Man of Unmatched Power from Matsuzaka, Ise, Kills a Big Cat from the Mountains of Suzaka
8599110 Kamada Matahachi, a Man of Unmatched Power from Matsuzaka, Ise, Kills a Big Cat from the Mountains of Suzaka, c.1840 (ink, colour and embossing on paper) by Kuniyoshi

St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut)
536736 St George (d. c303), the Red Cross Knight, killing the Dragon, 1598 (woodcut) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Patron saint of England, Catalonia, Genoa, Greece, Portugal)

First World war: American propaganda poster for war savings stamps, c.1918 (poster)
2598922 First World war: American propaganda poster for war savings stamps, c.1918 (poster) by Coffin, William Haskell (1878-1941); (add.info.: "Joan of Arc Saved France)

Teiresias foretells the future to Odysseus (oil on canvas)
NGW336483 Teiresias foretells the future to Odysseus (oil on canvas) by Fuseli, Henry (Fussli, Johann Heinrich) (1741-1825); 91x77.8 cm; National Museum Wales; National Museums & Galleries of Wales

Essence Within
Hugo Gonçalves

Scene of ploughing in England, c.1820 (watercolour )
1729636 Scene of ploughing in England, c.1820 (watercolour ) by Gericault, Theodore (1791-1824); (add.info.: Scene de labourage en Angleterre, aquarelle par Theodore Gericault (1791-1824) c

Ancient style sculpture of Perseus with the Head of Medusa in Florence, Italy

Panoramic view of the 1867 Universal Exhibition in Paris, 1867 (oil on canvas)
JLJ4578331 Panoramic view of the 1867 Universal Exhibition in Paris, 1867 (oil on canvas) by Anonymous; 49x290 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

View of the city of Seville (Spain), 16th century (oil on canvas)
JLJ4650334 View of the city of Seville (Spain), 16th century (oil on canvas) by Sanchez Coello, Alonso (c.1531-88); Museo de America, Madrid

Julius Caesar depicted in heroic nudity, 1st century BC (sculpture)
7322948 Julius Caesar depicted in heroic nudity, 1st century BC (sculpture) by Roman, (1st century BC); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Julius Caesar depicted in heroic nudity)

"Achille pleure la mort deAchilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus
FIA5365171 " Achille pleure la mort deAchilles Lamenting the Death of Patroclus by Gay, Nikolai Nikolajevitch (1831-94); Belorussian National Gallery, Minsk

Venus at the Forge of Vulcan, also known as "Thetis receives the Arms of
3740413 Venus at the Forge of Vulcan, also known as " Thetis receives the Arms of Achilles" (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 113 x 149.5 cm; Yale University Art Gallery

Life of William Tell - Open-air performance - Switzerland
A open-air performance at Rugenwald zu Matten of a dramatization of the life of William Tell - Interlaken, Switzerland. Date: circa 1930s

An Incident in the Attack on Bomarsund, Crimean War, 21 June 1854. During the battle a shell landed on board. Charles Davis Lucas threw it back overboard, and it exploded before reaching water

Photograph of Hero of Magdala PH, Nine Elms, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Hercules and Minerva, one of a series of metopes depicting the Labours of Hercules
PWI94614 Hercules and Minerva, one of a series of metopes depicting the Labours of Hercules from the Temple of Zeus in Olympia, Early Classical Period, c.470-457 BC (Parian marble) by Greek

Private T. Doswell rescuing an officer from a mine in which he lay unconscious (litho)
STC412055 Private T. Doswell rescuing an officer from a mine in which he lay unconscious (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: November 3rd)

Group photo, Boer War soldiers, with boy bugler
Group photo of Boer War soldiers, including Bugler John Francis Dunne (the boy seated on the ground, right), who saw action at the Battle of Colenso (December 1899) with the Royal Dublin Fusiliers

Biblical Tales by John Lawson, Daniel in the Lions Den

Monument to Jose Tomas de Sousa Martins, Lisbon, Portugal
Monument to Dr Jose Tomas de Sousa Martins (1843-1897) in front of the Medical School, Campo de Santana, Lisbon, Portugal

Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham
Robin Hood tricks the Sheriff of Nottingham (and robs him of his gold). circa 1195

Dutch wartime poster -- Be Brave, Be Stormers. Showing a young cadet in uniform, carrying a flag. Date: 1940s

Freda Holland, Night Sister, Dellwood Maternity Home, Reading, recipient of the George Medal, with complete disregard for her own safety

Mr. John St Leger Hunter, a member of the Swansea G. P. O
Mr. John St Leger Hunter, a member of the Swansea G.P.O. who has been awarded the George medal for gallantry for his actions during a recent raid on Swansea. Circa 1941

Pop Music Fans Joy Lynch (aged 16) and Julie Franks (aged 15) (left to right NOT confirmed) pictured with their collection of books, posters

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"Unveiling the Spirit of Heroism: From Historic Triumphs to Modern Legends" Queen Elizabeth II presents Bobby Moore with World Cup: A moment frozen in time, as a true hero lifts the trophy high, uniting a nation through football glory. Heroic fireman rescuing girl from fire: Amidst raging flames, a courageous firefighter emerges as a guardian angel, saving lives and embodying selflessness. Attack of the Ulster Division, 1 July 1916: In the face of unimaginable adversity on the battlefield, heroes fought valiantly for their comrades and countrymen. Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell - The Epitome of Courage: An English soldier who inspired generations through his leadership and dedication to scouting principles. Roman statue of a drunken Hercules: Even mythical heroes had their flaws; this captivating sculpture reminds us that strength alone does not define heroism. Michael O'Leary Poster - Challenging Conventions with Boldness: A modern-day maverick who reshaped an industry by fearlessly pushing boundaries and revolutionizing air travel. Beowulf manuscript page - Tales etched in History's Hallows: Epic battles against monstrous foes immortalized in ink, celebrating bravery that echoes across centuries. Circe Invidiosa by John William Waterhouse - Bewitchingly Beautiful yet Deceptive Power: Heroes must navigate treacherous waters where even enchantment can mask danger beneath its allure. German propaganda poster, WW1 - When Heroes are Manipulated for War Efforts: Examining how narratives shape perceptions during times of conflict and challenge our understanding of heroism itself. The Gordon Highlanders at Dargai – Piper Findlater's Unyielding Valor (1897): One piper's unwavering courage amidst chaos earned him the Victoria Cross—a testament to extraordinary bravery. William Wallace - Statue in Aberdeen.