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PATAGONIAN GIANT, 1602. A European watches a Patagonian giant swallowing an arrow to cure his stomach ache. Line engraving, 1602

FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1789. The Terrible Night of 5 to 6 October 1789. Parisian women marching to Versailles. Line engraving, French, late 18th or early 19th century

WAR OF 1812: GENERALS. Portraits of American generals active in the War of 1812. Stipple engraving, American, mid-19th century

OLD ENGLISH SOLDIERS. Old English Pike Exercise. Line engravings from Spencers New, Authentic, and Complete History of England, 1794

CHINA: WOUNDED TRANSPORT. Chinese mode of carrying wounded soldiers. Wood engraving, English, 1857

BRITISH SOLDIER DRILLS. Double Armed Men. Line engravings of medieval or renaissance British soldiers from Spencers New, Authentic, and Complete History of England, 1794

AMERICAN SOLDIERS. Steel engraving for the cover of Battles of the United States by Sea and Land, by Henry Dawson and illustrated by Alonzo Chappel, 1858

IRISH REBELLION, 1848. Forging pikes for the rebellion against British rule led by the Young Ireland movement in 1848. Line engraving, 19th century

FLEET OF HENRY V, 1415. The fleet of King Henry V setting sail for France from Southampton, England, 11 August 1415. Wood engraving, late 19th century

ROAD TRAVEL, 19th CENTURY. An old government tollgate, with westward bound express, on the Old National Pike. Wood engraving, American, 1879, after Howard Pyle

CROESUS (d. 546 B. C. ). Last king of Lydia. Croesus before Cyrus the Great of Persia, 546 B. C
CROESUS (d. 546 B.C.). Last king of Lydia. Croesus before Cyrus the Great of Persia, 546 B.C. Wood engraving, 19th century

LOUIS XII (1462-1515). King of France, 1498-1515. The people of Genoa, Italy, pleading for mercy with Louis XII at the conclusion of his campaign against the city, 1507

MACEDONIAN PHALANX. Macedonian soldiers in phalanx, 4th century B. C. Wood engraving, late 19th century
MACEDONIAN PHALANX. Macedonian soldiers in phalanx, 4th century B.C. Wood engraving, late 19th century

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY IV. Part I. The forces of King Henry muster to do battle with the rebel army of the Percy family and Owen Glendower at Shrewsbury, 21 July 1403 (Act IV, Scene II)

RUSSIA: STRELTSY, 1613. Members of the Streltsy, Russian guardsmen, bearing their arms in 1613. Line engraving

WITTEKIND (d. c807). Westphalian chieftain. The submission of Wittekind to Charlemagne in 785. Steel engraving, 19th century

RUSSIA: STRELTSY. The Streltsi of a little later date. 17th century, line engraving

SOLDIERS, 16th CENTURY. French soldiers during the reign of King Henry III (1574-1589). Left-to-right: a captain, a memeber of the Garde du Corps, a musketeer, and a member of the Swiss Guards

ZEBULON M. PIKE (1779-1813). American army officer and explorer: stipple engraving, 19th century

ST. AUGUSTINE (d. 604). First archbishop of Canterbury. St. Augustine and his forty monks before Aethelbert I and his wife, Bertha, King and Queen of Kent, in 597

ROAD TRAVEL. An old wayside tavern on the Old National Pike. Wood engraving, American, 1879, after Howard Pyle

ZEBULON PIKE EXPEDITION. View of the broken table lands seen by Zebulon Pike on his second expedition west in 1806, as his party approached the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains

ICE FISHING, 1854. Fishing for pike in the Adirondack Mountains, New York. Wood engraving, 1854

SHAKESPEARE: HENRY VI. Cade leading his rebels. Wood engraving after Sir John Gilbert (1817-1897) for William Shakespeares Henry VI

ZEBULON MONTGOMERY PIKE (1779-1813). American army officer and explorer. The death of General Pike during the American attack on York, Canada, April 1813. Steel engraving, American, 19th century

American game fish. Date 1866. Published by Currier & Ives. American game fish. Date 1866. Published by Currier & Ives

Woodland silhouette in orange and turquoise, Artist: LW Pike Date: 1928

Landing record pike at Winneconne, Wisconsin
Landing some record pike at Winneconne (a village in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States). It is possible a little bit of photographic trickery was employed in obtaining this picture

Stoodley Pike at Eastwood, Lancashire
Stoodley Pike which dominates the moors above Todmorden, West Yorkshire - a bunch of chaps are sitting at the base of the obelisk

Snow in June on Scafell Pike, Cumberland, the highest mountain in England. Date: 1950s

Scawfell Pikes, Lake District
Scawfell Pikes, Cumbria, viewed from Sty Head Date: 1833

GERMAN NOBLES 1570-88
Two German noblemen wear small ruffs, doublets, cut-fingered pumps, hose or breeches ornamented with embroidery or ribbon bows, a sleeveless jerkin & short cloak. Date: 1570 - 1588

PIKE / MORRIS / 1928
Date: 1928

GEUR2A-00121
Russian palace guards, or Streltsi, of the time of Peter the Great. Hand-colored woodcut

PEXP2A-00046
Zebulon Montgomery Pike, explorer of the American West. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Pike - pencil studies
Pencil studies of two Pike by Raymond Sheppard

Trawling for pike, Norfolk Broads, 1930s
A woman stands in a small rowing boat sculling and trawling for pike somewhere on the Norfolk Broads in the 1930s

Studies of pike and other fish from Drawing at the Zoo published in 1949

Langdale Pikes, Lake District
Langdale Pikes, Cumbria, with a flock of sheep, sheperds and dog

Colour Sergeant - 37th Regiment of Foot - North Hampshire Regiment amalgamated with the 67th South Hampshire in 1881 to form The Royal Hampshire Regiment. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Sakha (Takut) Warrior
Yakhut warrior with pike and bow

Russia Sakha Yakhut
Warrior of the Sakha people (formerly known as Yakhuts) armed with pike and bow-and- arrow

Warrior of Sakha / Yakut
Warrior of the Sakha (= Yakut) people, with his pike and his bow

Russia - Taigus
Warrior of the Taigus people (spelling ?) armed with pike and bow

Cricket / Team / Nottingham
Nottingham: Shelton, Hardstaff, Wilkinson, Coxon, Daft, Attewell, Draper, Flowers, Robinson, Dixon, Gunn, Howett, Pike, Mee

Cricketer, Pike
A. Pike Cricketer - Nottinghamshire

English Soldiers / Costume
English soldiers with shield, pike and crossbow

Costume / Men / Pikeman 9C
A Spanish pikeman in chainmail, carrying a pike, a club and a sword

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"From Jim Pike to Joan the Maid: A Captivating Journey with Pike" In the world of horse racing, Australian jockey Jim Pike and his legendary horse Phar Lap left an indelible mark on the sport. Their partnership symbolized determination and triumph, captivating audiences worldwide. But let's not forget another kind - a selection of fish that inhabit our waters. With their sleek bodies and sharp teeth, these formidable creatures command attention in their aquatic realm. Whether it's a pike swimming alongside a perch or a Northern pike amidst shining pondweed, they remind us of nature's intricate balance. Moving away from fauna, Rivington Pike in Lancashire stands tall as a historical landmark. Its majestic presence has witnessed centuries unfold, silently observing the passage of time. Speaking of history, Clan Farquharson holds its own tale within Scottish heritage. The clan's rich traditions echo through generations, reminding us of our roots and ancestral connections. Meanwhile, French Religious Wars during 1562-1598 saw intense conflicts like the Siege of Poitiers where Huguenots fought for their beliefs. These turbulent times shaped Europe's religious landscape forever. Artistic expressions also capture the essence in various forms. Anthony Payne immortalized Sir Godfrey Kneller as "The Cornish Giant, " showcasing power and stature akin to these magnificent fish. Even disused quarries hold surprises; Stoney Stanton in Leicestershire reveals an unexpected habitat for pikes thriving amidst forgotten depths. Nature finds its way even in unlikely places. Lastly but certainly not least is Kay Nielsen's portrayal of Joan the Maid - a noble warrior saint who embodies courage and resilience against all odds. Whether we delve into equestrian legends or explore diverse aspects related to pikes - be it fish species or historical events - each element carries its unique significance within this vast world we inhabit.