Roche Collection (page 4)

Roche, a place steeped in history and beauty. From the ruined chapel of St

Roche Collection: General George Washington with Marquis de Lafayette at Valley Forge, 1777

General George Washington with Marquis de Lafayette at Valley Forge, 1777. Steel engraving, 19th century
WASHINGTON: VALLEY FORGE. General George Washington with Marquis de Lafayette at Valley Forge, 1777. Steel engraving, 19th century

MARQUIS de LAFAYETTE. (1757-1834). French statesman and soldier. French colored engraving, 1790

Roche Abbey Gatehouse
The beautiful 14th century Gatehouse of Roche Abbey, a Cistercian abbey, founded in 1147. Date: 14th century

ROCHE ROCK
Roche Rock Chapel, Cornwall, England, where legend has it that Ogrin the Hermit sheltered lovers Tristram and Isolde from the wrath of King Mark (her husband & his uncle)

Roche Collection: YORKTOWN: SIEGE MAP, 1781. Map showing the British fortifications and the siege lines of the French

YORKTOWN: SIEGE MAP, 1781. Map showing the British fortifications and the siege lines of the French and American forces at Yorktown, Virginia, in 1781

DNA sequencers. Technicians standing next to a row of GS FLX sequencing machines at 454 Life Sciences, Connecticut, USA. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Roche Collection: WORLD WAR I: CARTOON, 1914. Lest We Forget. American cartoon, 1914, by William H

WORLD WAR I: CARTOON, 1914. Lest We Forget. American cartoon, 1914, by William H. Walker, suggesting that America remember its debt to Marquis de Lafayette and France

Road Bridge La Roche Bernard

Jules Roche / Gill
Jules Roche (1841-1923) French politician, lawyer and journalist

Roche Abbey, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Roche Collection: France / La Roche Lambert

France / La Roche Lambert
Chateau de La Roche Lambert (Haut-Loire)

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Roche, a place steeped in history and beauty. From the ruined chapel of St. Michael dating back to 1409, standing proudly on the Roche rock outcrop in Cornwall, to the captivating artwork depicting "The Young Princes in the Tower" by Paul de la Roche in 1831. Even society events have been graced by the name Roche, such as the wedding of Viscount Althorp and Hon. Frances Roche, captured elegantly in Tatler. And let's not forget about Roche Abbey, an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to time. In American cartoons created by L. J. Roche in 1951, we see President Harry S. Truman and Secretary of State Dean Acheson finding themselves metaphorically frying over Truman's decision regarding General Douglas MacArthur. Moving away from politics and into leisurely pursuits, photographs of Gainsborough shooting party showcase outdoor sporting portraits capturing moments of camaraderie among friends at Exton Park in Rutland – aptly titled "Those Idle Rich. " But it is Cornwall where Roche truly shines; its charm evident through images like those Chapel nestled amidst nature's embrace or the majestic ruins atop Roche Rock itself – a sight that transports you back to ancient times. Whether it be exploring historic chapels or admiring breathtaking landscapes like those found on top of this Cornish gem during summer months past or present – there is something undeniably enchanting about this 15th-century ruined chapel perched high above us all. Roche captures our imagination with its rich tapestry woven from centuries gone by – a place where history whispers secrets only revealed to those who take the time to listen closely.