Privateer Collection

SIR FRANCIS DRAKE (1540?-1596). English admiral. Oil on panel, c1580, by an unknown artist

William Thompsons fight off Poole, Dorset, 30 May 1695. Thompson was a local fisherman whose fishing boat was fired on by a French privateer near the Isle of Purbeck

Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer -the US Navy adaptation of the B-24 Liberator

Letter of marque issued by President James Madison for the privateer ship Abaellino of Boston, Massachusetts
LETTER OF MARQUE, 1812. Letter of marque issued by President James Madison for the privateer ship Abaellino of Boston, Massachusetts, during the War of 1812

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Sea fight between the American ship Bonhomme Richard and the British HMS Serapis, 1779. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Captain Edward Teach, commonly called Blackbeard. Hand-colored woodcut

Thomas Truxtun, 1799. Creator: Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin
Thomas Truxtun, 1799

Morgan sacks Panama
Admiral Sir Henry Morgan (1635-1688) and his English buccaneers sack the Spanish city of Panama, looting immense wealth and returning to Jamaica a hero

Convair PB4Y-2 Privateer

Hand-colored printed halftone illustration
John Paul Jones in command of the " Ranger" in battle with the British ship " Drake, " American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustratioin

Mary Read - English female pirate, 18th century (engraving)
3784080 Mary Read - English female pirate, 18th century (engraving) by Wentworth, F. (18th century); (add.info.: Mary Read - English female pirate holding sword)

Mary Read - English female pirate (engraving)
3784190 Mary Read - English female pirate (engraving) by Wentworth, F. (18th century); (add.info.: Mary Read - English female pirate holding sword. Convicted of piracy during Golden Age of Piracy)

Boston The Privateer Paddle Steamer early 1900s

Liverpool Privateer Ships Date: circa 1800

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Samuel Chester Reid, commander of a privateer during the War of 1812, from The History of Our Country
2657618 Samuel Chester Reid, commander of a privateer during the War of 1812, from The History of Our Country, published 1905 (litho) by American School

Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha defeats the Holy League of Charles V under the command of Andrea Doria at the Battle of
LRI4646838 Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha defeats the Holy League of Charles V under the command of Andrea Doria at the Battle of Preveza in 1538, detail, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Umed Behzad

Convair P4Y Privateer N2811G 121 Date: circa 2010

Explorers: Sir Francis Drake on His Ship, 1931 (woodcut print)
3034940 Explorers: Sir Francis Drake on His Ship, 1931 (woodcut print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of English explorer)

Greek Pirates Attacking a Turkish Vessel, not dated (oil on fabric)
XOS5886582 Greek Pirates Attacking a Turkish Vessel, not dated (oil on fabric) by French School, (19th century); 55.3x74.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: France, 19th century)

The Buccaneers, 1885 (w/c)
XOS5885342 The Buccaneers, 1885 (w/c) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 46.9x36.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by Winslow Homer (1836-1910))

Sir Francis Drake playing bowls, with the Spanish Armada in sight at Plymouth Hoe, England in 1588
2638477 Sir Francis Drake playing bowls, with the Spanish Armada in sight at Plymouth Hoe, England in 1588. by English School

Mrs Ching widow of pirate Adminiral Ching
3784207 Mrs Ching widow of pirate Adminiral Ching by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Mrs Ching wielding a sword c.1810)

Portrait of Sir Francis Drake (engraving)
3525333 Portrait of Sir Francis Drake (engraving) by Cochran, John (1803-after 1865); (add.info.: Francis Drake 1545-1596. English navigator and privateer)

Jean Bart (engraving)
1733910 Jean Bart (engraving) by David D'Angers, Pierre Jean (1788-1856) (after); (add.info.: Jean Bart (Dutch: Jan Baert; 21 October 1650 - 27 April 1702)

"The Armada must wait until I have finished my game" (colour litho)
2911903 "The Armada must wait until I have finished my game" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); (add.info)

Two pirates hanging, 1831 (drawing)
3784085 Two pirates hanging, 1831 (drawing); (add.info.: Drawing from The confession of the Pirate Charles Gibbs'. New York, 1831. In Gosse History of Piracy 1932 Longmans Green p)

Galleass, 1629 (engraving)
3784099 Galleass, 1629 (engraving); (add.info.: Ship used by pirates in 17th century. Both a sailing ship and rowing boat. From Furttenbach, Architectura Navalis, 1629)

Mrs Ching wielding a sword, c. 1810 (engraving)
3784084 Mrs Ching wielding a sword, c.1810 (engraving); (add.info.: Widow of pirate Admiral Ching who attacked the coasts of Annam and Cochin China)

Oruc Reis and Hayreddin Barbarossa, 16th century (engraving)
3784188 Oruc Reis and Hayreddin Barbarossa, 16th century (engraving); (add.info.: Caption in German reads: Horusce and Hareaden Barbarossa)

Statue of Francis Drake, Plymouth (colour photo)
3093752 Statue of Francis Drake, Plymouth (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Statue of Francis Drake, Plymouth. Postcard, early 20th century)

Jean Bart (engraving)
1733909 Jean Bart (engraving) by French School; (add.info.: Jean Bart (Dutch: Jan Baert; 21 October 1650 - 27 April 1702) was a French naval commander and privateer.)

Jean Bart (engraving)
1733908 Jean Bart (engraving) by French School; (add.info.: Jean Bart (Dutch: Jan Baert; 21 October 1650 - 27 April 1702) was a French naval commander and privateer.)

French naval commander and privateer killing an English admiral, 1694 (chromolitho)
2817112 French naval commander and privateer killing an English admiral, 1694 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Francis Drake (engraving)
815925 Francis Drake (engraving) by Schnebbelie, Robert Blemell (fl.1803-1849) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Drake (1540-1596)

Portrait of Augustatus Kuningam, an American pirate active during the War of Independence, c. 1780 (coloured engraving)
CHT175094 Portrait of Augustatus Kuningam, an American pirate active during the War of Independence, c.1780 (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Morgan at Porto Bello, 1887 (litho)
PNP268184 Morgan at Porto Bello, 1887 (litho) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Morgan (c.1665-88)

Robert Surcouf (1736-1827) successfully boarding the Kent, a boat belonging to the West India Company
CHT175089 Robert Surcouf (1736-1827) successfully boarding the Kent, a boat belonging to the West India Company, illustration from an exercise book, late 19th century (colour litho) by Mejanel

Blackbeard the pirate killed in combat 1718 (coloured engraving)
PNP269594 Blackbeard the pirate killed in combat 1718 (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Teach or Blackbeard (1680-1718)

Francis Drake (engraving)
815872 Francis Drake (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Drake, (1540-1596)

Capture of German privateer Klaus von Stortebeker, leader of the Victual Brothers
7148034 Capture of German privateer Klaus von Stortebeker, leader of the Victual Brothers, by the Hamburg fleet commanded by Simon of Utrecht, Heligoland, 1401 (engraving) by Gehrts

Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XIV of France, 1661-1715 (colour litho)
5207746 Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XIV of France, 1661-1715 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Corsaire; Privateer; Raubschiff (engraving)
7195541 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Corsaire; Privateer; Raubschiff (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corsaire; Privateer; Raubschiff)

Jean Bart and his son, 1887 (engraving)
3784111 Jean Bart and his son, 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Jean Bart, Flemish sailor, served the French crown as naval commander and privateer. JB: 21 October 1651 - 27 April 1702)

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Privateer: A Legacy of Adventure and Bravery From the daring exploits of Sir Francis Drake to the formidable Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer, privateering has long been intertwined with tales of courage and audacity on the high seas. Sir Francis Drake, a renowned English admiral in the 16th century, epitomized the spirit of a privateer. With his cunning strategies and relentless pursuit of Spanish treasure ships, he became a legendary figure in maritime history. Fast forward to the US Navy's adaptation - the Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer. This powerful aircraft played a crucial role during World War II, patrolling vast oceans and hunting down enemy submarines. Its presence instilled fear among adversaries while safeguarding American interests. The story continues with William Thompson's valiant fight off Poole, Dorset in 1695. His bravery against overwhelming odds showcased the indomitable spirit that defined privateers throughout history. Thomas Truxtun also left an indelible mark as he commanded privateer vessels during America's early years. Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin immortalized him through his artistic prowess, capturing Truxtun's essence for posterity. During times of conflict like the War of 1812, President James Madison issued letters of marque authorizing privately owned ships like Abaellino to wage war against enemies at sea. These brave sailors risked their lives to protect their nation's interests. One cannot forget Henry Morgan's audacious raid on Panama or Boston The Privateer Paddle Steamer from early 1900s which symbolize how these seafaring adventurers shaped history. Liverpool too had its fair share of privateers who sailed under various flags seeking fortune and glory on treacherous waters worldwide. Whether it be soaring through skies or sailing across vast oceans, privateers have always embodied adventure and bravery.