Horsa Collection

Short S29 Stirling towing Horsa

Airspeed AS51 Horsa I DG597 the first prototype
Airspeed AS51 Horsa I, DG597, the first prototype

Airspeed AS58 Horsa II second prototype PF696
Airspeed AS58 Horsa II second prototype, PF696

Hengist and Horsas treaty with Vortigern
3783261 Hengist and Horsas treaty with Vortigern; (add.info.: Hengist and Horsas treaty with Vortigern, King of the Britons)

Treaty Of Peace Peace Treaty Saxons Hengist Horsa
The treaty of peace between the Saxons, Hengist and Horsa and the British king Vortigern in the 5th century. Hengist and Horsa, Germanic brothers who led the Angles

Piratical Invasion Saxons Hengist Horsa Germanic
The piratical invasion of the Saxons under Hengist and Horsa, Germanic brothers who led the Angles, Saxons and Jutes in their invasion of Britain in the 5th century

Crosser and crosser (litho)
6004003 Crosser and crosser (litho) by Chesterman, Hugh (1884-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crosser and crosser. Illustration for Crusaders by Hugh Chesterman (Shakespeare Head Press)

Hengist and Horsa. A. D. 457 (colour litho)
670044 Hengist and Horsa. A.D. 457 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hengist and Horsa. A.D. 457)

Shabby Conduct of Hengist and Horsa. A. D. 457 (colour litho)
670045 Shabby Conduct of Hengist and Horsa. A.D. 457 (colour litho) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shabby Conduct of Hengist and Horsa. A.D. 457)

Landing of Hengist and Horsa (engraving)
1090763 Landing of Hengist and Horsa (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of Hengist and Horsa)

Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern (engraving)
664526 Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern)

Comic Early English History: Vortigern, Hengist, Horsa, Ambrosius Aurelius (colour litho)
5999162 Comic Early English History: Vortigern, Hengist, Horsa, Ambrosius Aurelius (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vortigern, Hengist, Horsa)

Horsa Glider Memorial, Wolfheze, Holland
Wolfheze is a small village about 10km to the west of Arnhem beside which the Operation Market Garden 17 September 1944 Landing Zones Z ands (gliders) and Drop Zone X (parachutists) were located

Hengest and Horsa meeting King Vortigern, in the Isle of Thanet (engraving)
3630899 Hengest and Horsa meeting King Vortigern, in the Isle of Thanet (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hengest and Horsa meeting King Vortigern)

Brothers Hengist and Horsa arriving at Ebbsfleet, Isle of Thanet, Kent, during the invasion by the Angles
6014993 Brothers Hengist and Horsa arriving at Ebbsfleet, Isle of Thanet, Kent, during the invasion by the Angles, Saxons and Jutes in the 5th century (litho) by Hardy

Metting of Hnegist and Horsa with King Vortigern on the Coast of Kent (engraving)
655357 Metting of Hnegist and Horsa with King Vortigern on the Coast of Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hengist and Horsa (engraving)
670485 Hengist and Horsa (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hengist and Horsa)

Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern AD 600 (litho)
956207 Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern AD 600 (litho) by Zier, Francois Edouard (1856-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Airborne soldiers board a Airspeed Horsa gliders in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa September 1943

Army cyclist board a Airspeed Horsa gliders in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa April 1944

Airspeed Horsa gliders marshalled in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa April 1944

Airborne soldiers board a Airspeed Horsa gliders in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa September 1943

Airborne troops about to take off in a Horsa glider. These airborne troops have already finished their training and are ready for posting to an operation station

Airspeed Horsa gliders marshalled in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa April 1944

Army cyclist board a Airspeed Horsa gliders in preparation for moving off to their take off positions during an invasion exercise in South East England. Circa April 1944

Allied invasion of Normandy following the D-Day landings in Northern France during the Second World War. Horsa gliders beside the Pegasus bridge over the Caen canal at Benouville in Normandy

Picture taken from an RAF photographic reconnaissance Spitfire plane of the scene in Holland / Netherlands when the first Allied Airborne army carried out its great operation, September 1944

Hengest and Horsa meeting King Vortigern, in the Isle of Thanet, 1773. Creator: William Walker
Hengest and Horsa meeting King Vortigern, in the Isle of Thanet, 1773. Hengist and Horsa led the Angles, Saxons and Jute invasion of Britain in the 5th century. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786)

The first meeting of the British King Vortigern with the two Saxon Chiefs Hengist and Horsa, c1787
The first meeting of the British King Vortigern with the two Saxon Chiefs Hengist and Horsa, in the Isle of Thanet, c1787

The Landing Of The Jutes At The Isle Of Thanet Kent England A. D. 449 From The Book The Church Of England A History For
The Landing Of The Jutes At The Isle Of Thanet Kent England A.D.449 From The Book The Church Of England A History For The People Published C.1910

Horsa glider to Normandy by G. H. Davis
Britains Horsa glider -- the mount which carried the airborne spearhead of invasion to Normandy on D-Day, Second World War

Armstrong Whitworth AW 41 Albermarle-seen here towing a Horsa glider, where they took part in the Normandy landings

Imperial Airways passenger plane Horsa, a Handley Page, on an airfield at Malta. Date: circa 1932

Airborne troops landing in Caen
British Horsa gliders and parachutes near Caen after allied airborne landings. The detachable fuselages have been removed from the wings. Date: June 1944

Treaty of Hengist and Horsa with Vortigern

Vickers Type 665 Valetta towing an Airspeed Horsa off the ground

Airspeed AS58 Horsa II

Airspeed AS58 Horsa II TL468
Airspeed AS58 Horsa II, TL468

Airspeed AS51 Horsa I PF760
Airspeed AS51 Horsa I, PF760

Airspeed AS51 Horsa I

Vickers Valetta about to tow an Airspeed Horsa into the air

Handley Page HP42E G-aUC Horsa
Handley Page HP42E, G-aUC, Horsa

The first Saxons in Britain
When the Romans withdrew their troops from Britain after about 400 years, the British King needed help with organising his army, so two Saxons

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"Horsa: A Glider That Soared Through History" The Horsa glider, known for its remarkable contributions during significant events in Britain's history, holds a special place in aviation. The Airspeed AS51 Horsa I DG597, the first prototype of this iconic aircraft, paved the way for future advancements. Its design showcased innovation and versatility. One notable achievement was when the Short S29 Stirling towed the Horsa glider effortlessly through the skies. This powerful combination demonstrated their seamless collaboration and marked a turning point in airborne operations. Building upon its success, the Airspeed AS58 Horsa II second prototype PF696 took flight with enhanced features. This version further solidified its reputation as an exceptional glider that could withstand challenging conditions. During World War II, G. H. Davis piloted a Horsa glider to Normandy—a daring mission that played a crucial role in Operation Overlord. His bravery exemplified by navigating enemy territory showcased the unwavering spirit of those who fought for freedom. Beyond military endeavors, depictions of ancient legends such as "Hengist and Horsa" captivated imaginations through lithographs and engravings. These artistic representations brought to life tales from AD 457 when these legendary figures made their mark on British history. In present times, we honor this extraordinary aircraft with memorials like the one found at Wolfheze in Holland—the Horsa Glider Memorial stands tall as a tribute to all those who served valiantly during wartime. From its humble beginnings as a prototype to becoming an integral part of historical moments—whether it be towing troops or inspiring artists—the legacy of the Horsa glider remains etched into our collective memory forever.