Heroic Collection (page 8)

Leonidas and the Three Hundred at Thermopylae, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho)
IL322107 Leonidas and the Three Hundred at Thermopylae, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, 1915 (litho) by Stewart

St. George and the Dragon (oil on canvas)
CH402321 St. George and the Dragon (oil on canvas) by Meteyard, Sidney (1868-1947); 110.5x112.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Battle of Zutphen (engraving)
6317656 Battle of Zutphen (engraving) by Bing, Valentin (1812-55) (after); (add.info.: William Russell, 1st Baron Russell of Thornhaugh, 1553/1563 - 1613)

Triumph of Glory announced by Fame standing among the Cardinal Virtues, 1743 (fresco)
5949091 Triumph of Glory announced by Fame standing among the Cardinal Virtues, 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Loschi Motterle, Vicenza, Veneto

Continence of Alexander the Great, 1743 (fresco)
5949074 Continence of Alexander the Great, 1743 (fresco) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); Villa Cordellina, Montecchio Maggiore, Vicenza, Veneto

Enlist in the Navy: To Arms, 1917 (colour litho)
699128 Enlist in the Navy: To Arms, 1917 (colour litho) by Bancroft, Milton Herbert (1867-1947); 103x67 cm; Private Collection; © Galerie Bilderwelt; American, out of copyright

Alain Gerbault on his solo circumnavigation of the world 1923-9, cover illustration of Le Petit Journal
CHT277027 Alain Gerbault on his solo circumnavigation of the world 1923-9, cover illustration of Le Petit Journal, 1929 (colour litho) by French School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Detail of St. George Killing the Dragon, c. 1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017)
XIR430586 Detail of St. George Killing the Dragon, c.1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, Venice

St. George Killing the Dragon, 1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017)
XIR430587 St. George Killing the Dragon, 1502-07 (oil on canvas) (detail of 428017) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, Venice

Yoshioka Kenbo, from the series "Five Heroic Men (Eiyu gonin otoko)", c. 1847/52. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Yoshioka Kenbo, from the series "Five Heroic Men (Eiyu gonin otoko)", c. 1847/52

Rustam slaying jackal, from the Shahnama of Firdausi, Ilkhanid dynasty (1256-1353), dated 1341

The Birth of Rustam, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Safavid dynasty (1501-1722)? dated c.1620

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 168 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 168 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, late 2nd BCE-1st century CE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, late 2nd BCE-1st century CE

Tertradrachm (Coin) Portraying Alexander the Great as Herakles, 336-323 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Perseus, 178-168 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Perseus, 178-168 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Perseus, 220-178 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Perseus, 220-178 BCE

Drachm (Coin) Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 300-200 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Drachm (Coin) Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 300-200 BCE

Heroism on Land (Fire Engine), Coventry, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Thomas Stevens
Heroism on Land (Fire Engine), Coventry, 1875/1900

Le Retour de L Ile d Elbe (The Return from the Isle of Elba) (Furnishing Fabric), Nantes, c. 1830. Napoleon is welcomed by adoring troops on his return from exile

Panel (Furnishing Fabric), Rouen, c. 1830. Creator: Henry Manufactory
Panel (Furnishing Fabric), Rouen, c. 1830. Vignettes of heroic scenes and battles of France. Engraved by Alexandre Buquet, made by Henry Manufactory

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 133 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 133 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles or the God Dionysos (?), 3rd century BCE and later

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 200-133 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 200-133 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 387-300 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 387-300 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 4th century BCE and later. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 4th century BCE and later

Denarius (Coin) Depicting the Hero Hercules, 100 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Denarius (Coin) Depicting the Hero Hercules, 100 BCE

Quadrans (Coin) Depicting the Hero Hercules, 225-217 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Quadrans (Coin) Depicting the Hero Hercules, 225-217 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Hercules, 2nd-1st century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Hercules, 2nd-1st century BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Hercules, 138-192. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Hercules, 138-192

Coin Portraying Alexander the Great as the Hero Herakles, 306-297 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Portraying Alexander the Great as the Hero Herakles, 306-297 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 381-369 BCE, issued by Amyntas III. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 381-369 BCE, issued by Amyntas III

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 2nd-1st century BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 2nd-1st century BCE

Coin Depicting Herakles, 220-178 BCE, issued by Philip V. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting Herakles, 220-178 BCE, issued by Philip V

Tetradrachm (Coin) Depicting the Hero Herakles, 336-323 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Tetradrachm (Coin) Depicting the Hero Herakles, 336-323 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 300-200 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, about 300-200 BCE

Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 336-323 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Coin Depicting the Hero Herakles, 336-323 BCE

The Apotheosis of the Hero, 1630 / 40. Creator: Follower of Peter Paul Rubens
The Apotheosis of the Hero, 1630/40

Saint George and the Dragon, 1434 / 35. Creator: Bernat Martorell
Saint George and the Dragon, 1434/35

St. George Killing the Dragon, 1502-07 (oil on canvas)
XIR428017 St. George Killing the Dragon, 1502-07 (oil on canvas) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); 141x360 cm; Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, Venice

Hector and Achilles, 1923-26 (oil on canvas)
827954 Hector and Achilles, 1923-26 (oil on canvas) by Schneider, Sascha (1870-1927); 120.7x160.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

First page of the musical score, for the violin, from the opera Euryanthe
LRI1079655 First page of the musical score, for the violin, from the opera Euryanthe by Carl Maria von Weber (litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Museo internazionale e biblioteca della musica

William Tell (engraving)
862490 William Tell (engraving) by Guttenberg, Charles (1743-90); 53.3x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: William Tell is a folk hero of Switzerland)

Georgios Karaiskakis (Greek hero), 1828-1831 (tinted lithograph)
986316 Georgios Karaiskakis (Greek hero), 1828-1831 (tinted lithograph) by German School, (19th century); 57x43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Georgios Karaiskakis (Greek hero)

Judith (oil on panel)
940603 Judith (oil on panel) by Constant, Jean Joseph Benjamin (1845-1902); 129.5x87.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

The Hero of the Hour, (oil on canvas)
658984 The Hero of the Hour, (oil on canvas) by Morgan, Frederick (1856-1927); 93x125.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hero of the Hour. Frederick Morgan (1856-1927). Oil on canvas

The Boating Trip, (oil on canvas)
658824 The Boating Trip, (oil on canvas) by Latouche, Gaston de (1854-1913); 120x120 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boating Trip. Gaston de Latouche (1854-1913). Oil on canvas

Portrait of William Bellingham Budworth and his Sister Emma Mary, Small Full Length
651880 Portrait of William Bellingham Budworth and his Sister Emma Mary, Small Full Length, on a Balcony, 1795 (coloured chalks and watercolour) by Buck

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"Unyielding Valor: Tales of Heroism Throughout History" A fearless fireman emerges from the flames, carrying a young girl to safety, reminding us that heroes walk among us every day. The Last Stand of the 44th Regiment at Gundamuck during the Retreat from Kabul in 1841 stands as a testament to the unwavering bravery and sacrifice of soldiers in dire circumstances. In an awe-inspiring depiction, James Prinsep Beadle captures the Attack of the Ulster Division on July 1st, 1916, immortalizing their heroic efforts amidst unimaginable chaos. Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell's indomitable spirit shines through as he leads with courage and inspires countless others as an English soldier. Once again, a heroic firefighter selflessly rescues a young girl from raging flames, proving that true bravery knows no bounds. A Roman statue portrays Hercules in his drunken state but reminds us that even flawed heroes can rise above their weaknesses to achieve greatness. The ancient manuscript page of Beowulf echoes tales of heroism passed down through generations, celebrating those who fought against insurmountable odds for honor and glory. Through German propaganda posters during WWI, we glimpse how they sought to create heroes out of ordinary men by instilling nationalistic fervor and inspiring acts of valor on the battlefield. Piper Findlater's remarkable feat at Dargai in 1897 showcases The Gordon Highlanders' unwavering determination and highlights individual acts of heroism within larger conflicts throughout history. "Britain's Sea Power Is Yours" - An empowering slogan reminding citizens that they too have a role to play in defending their nation's freedom; heroes are not limited to those wearing uniforms alone. WWII poster urges individuals to take flight with RAF fighters – illustrating how ordinary people could become heroes by joining the fight against tyranny.