Last Stand Collection

Map of the Shangani Patrol and Major Wilsons Last Stand
Vintage engraving of a Map of the Shangani Patrol and Major Wilsons Last Stand. The Shangani Patrol (or Wilsons Patrol), comprising 34 soldiers in the service of the British South Africa Company

Battle of Ferozeshah 21st & 22nd Decr 1845. An officer of HM 9th Regiment Defending
5919986 A Battle of Ferozeshah 21st & 22nd Decr 1845. An officer of HM 9th Regiment Defending his ColoursA (coloured lithograph) by Kohler, W

With Admiral Seymours Force, the Last Stand of the Chinese at Lang-Fang (litho)
1039825 With Admiral Seymours Force, the Last Stand of the Chinese at Lang-Fang (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Admiral Seymours Force)

The Graeco-Turkish War, the Last Stand of the Greeks at the Battle of Domoko (engraving)
1037155 The Graeco-Turkish War, the Last Stand of the Greeks at the Battle of Domoko (engraving) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Graeco-Turkish War)

The Transvaal War (engraving)
1600181 The Transvaal War (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War)

Last stand of two Guardsmen in battle, 1854 circa (w / c)
5920121 Last stand of two Guardsmen in battle, 1854 circa (w/c) by Cadogan, George (1814-80); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Last stand of two Guardsmen in battle, 1854 circa)

Map of the Alamo area in San Antonio based on Santa Annas original battlefield map
PNP245835 Map of the Alamo area in San Antonio based on Santa Annas original battlefield map, 1836 (colour litho) by Mexican School

The Northamptons bringing in their dead, 1897 (lithograph)
3744574 The Northamptons bringing in their dead, 1897 (lithograph) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Rising)

The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo, General Hill calling on upon the Enemy
1268537 The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo, General Hill calling on upon the Enemy to Surrender, 18 June 1815, 1896 (colour litho) by Hillingford

Scenes of the War in the Sudan (litho)
1599116 Scenes of the War in the Sudan (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes of the War in the Sudan)

Custers Last Stand (litho)
3622845 Custers Last Stand (litho) by Steeple Davis, J. (1844-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Custers Last Stand)

Paris under the Commune, Last Stand of the Insurgents at the Barricades (engraving)
1052593 Paris under the Commune, Last Stand of the Insurgents at the Barricades (engraving) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris under the Commune)

"The Last Stand, "representing the Fate of Major Allan Wilson and his Comrades in the Matabili War (litho)
1107478 " The Last Stand, " representing the Fate of Major Allan Wilson and his Comrades in the Matabili War (litho) by Woodville

The Trouble in the Transvaal, the Battle of Doornkop, near Krugersdorp, Dr Jamesons Last Stand (litho)
1605547 The Trouble in the Transvaal, the Battle of Doornkop, near Krugersdorp, Dr Jamesons Last Stand (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

"The Last Stand of the 44th at Gundamuck", an Incident in the First Afghan War (litho)
1051486 " The Last Stand of the 44th at Gundamuck", an Incident in the First Afghan War (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battles of the British Army, Poitiers, the Last Stand of King John of France (litho)
1107969 Battles of the British Army, Poitiers, the Last Stand of King John of France (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Flag. Albuhera, May 16, 1811 (oil on canvas)
5925041 A The Flag. Albuhera, May 16, 1811A (oil on canvas) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A The Flag. Albuhera, May 16, 1811A)

The Transvaal War (litho)
1600180 The Transvaal War (litho) by Stewart, Frank Algenon (1877-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 September 1900)

The Last Stand made by the Boers before Kimberley, our Cavalry charging in the Engagement at Klip Drift (litho)
1048648 The Last Stand made by the Boers before Kimberley, our Cavalry charging in the Engagement at Klip Drift (litho) by Small

A last stand is a military situation where a (normally) small defensive force holds a position against a significantly more powerful attacking force

The Last Stand, square of Spanish infantry, Spanish-American War, 1898. A print from Our Country in War and Relations with All Nations, by Murat Halstead

Drawings Prints, Print, Last Stand, Artist, Ernest Haskell, American, Woodstock, Connecticut
Drawings and Prints, Print, Last Stand, Artist, Ernest Haskell, American, Woodstock, Connecticut 1876-1925 West Point, Maine, Haskell, Ernest, American, 1876, 1925, 1918?-?1920

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In the face of adversity, heroes emerge to make their last stand. From the desolate plains of Africa to the blood-soaked battlefields of Europe, these brave souls fought with unwavering determination and unyielding courage. The maps tell tales of valiant efforts etched in history. The Shangani Patrol and Major Wilson's Last Stand, a poignant reminder of sacrifice and loyalty. Custer's Last Stand immortalized by Edgar Samuel Paxson, capturing the intensity and chaos that unfolded on that fateful day. Llewelyn's last fight depicted in sepia tones, showcasing a warrior's final moments. The Battle of Ferozeshah witnessed an officer from HM 9th Regiment defending against overwhelming odds, epitomizing resilience in the face of certain defeat. Admiral Seymour's force standing firm as the Chinese made their last desperate stand at Lang-Fang during war-torn times. Greece faced its own defining moment at Domoko when Greek soldiers stood defiantly against Turkish forces during the Graeco-Turkish War. The Transvaal War engraving serves as a testament to those who refused to surrender even when hope seemed lost. Two Guardsmen locked in their final battle circa 1854 remind us that bravery knows no bounds or time period. The Alamo area map unveils Santa Anna's original battlefield plan where countless lives were lost but never forgotten. The Northamptons bringing in their dead captures the somber aftermath, honoring those who made their ultimate sacrifice for a cause greater than themselves. General Hill calling upon his troops amidst the Imperial Guards' last stand at Waterloo symbolizes leadership amid chaos and despair. Scenes from Sudan depict warriors fighting till their very end; each stroke on lithograph paper tells stories untold yet forever remembered, and are not just battles fought; they represent humanity’s indomitable spirit refusing to bow down even when facing insurmountable odds.