Royal Sovereign Collection

Achilles Class Locomotive No. 3050, Royal Sovereign
4-2-2 wheel arrangement. Built 1895, withdrawn 1915

The Queen at the Floating of the Royal Sovereign, Portsmouth Dockyard (engraving)
1603300 The Queen at the Floating of the Royal Sovereign, Portsmouth Dockyard (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Coronation Review at Spithead, the Kings Yacht "Victoria and Albert"steaming Eastwards down the Lines D
1040936 The Coronation Review at Spithead, the Kings Yacht " Victoria and Albert" steaming Eastwards down the Lines D and E (engraving) by Dixon

The Combined Mediterranean and Channel Squadrons in Lagos Bay, on the Occasion of the King of Portugals Visit
1628337 The Combined Mediterranean and Channel Squadrons in Lagos Bay, on the Occasion of the King of Portugals Visit (engraving) by Wright

A "Royal Sovereign"of the Past (engraving)
1062340 A " Royal Sovereign" of the Past (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A " Royal Sovereign" of the Past)

The New Ironclads, HMS "Royal Sovereign"and HMS "Royal Arthur"which were launched at Portsmouth by
1062646 The New Ironclads, HMS " Royal Sovereign" and HMS " Royal Arthur" which were launched at Portsmouth by HM the Queen on Thursday (engraving) by Nash

Inspection of the Italian Squadron at Spithead by the Prince of Wales on 13 July
1100043 Inspection of the Italian Squadron at Spithead by the Prince of Wales on 13 July, Evolution of the Torpedo Flotilla (litho) by English School

Sections of the Royal Sovereign and Royal Arthur (engraving)
1602919 Sections of the Royal Sovereign and Royal Arthur (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sections of the Royal Sovereign and Royal Arthur)

The Anniversary of Trafalgar, the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805 (litho)
1605897 The Anniversary of Trafalgar, the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1805 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Anniversary of Trafalgar)

Launch of HM Screw Steam Ship of War the "Royal Sovereign, "131 Guns, at Portsmouth (engraving)
1587505 Launch of HM Screw Steam Ship of War the " Royal Sovereign, " 131 Guns, at Portsmouth (engraving) by Weedon

View of Her Majestys Ship Royal Sovereign (pencil, pen & ink
2963293 View of Her Majestys Ship Royal Sovereign (pencil, pen & ink and wash on paper laid down on panel) by Baston, Thomas (fl.1715-21) (after); 33x29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Royal Sovereign, one of the New Palace Steamers which operated boat trips between London
5999860 Royal Sovereign, one of the New Palace Steamers which operated boat trips between London and towns of the North Kent coast (photo) by English Photographer

The Battle of Trafalgar, 1805, c. 1848 (oil on canvas)
CF1706 The Battle of Trafalgar, 1805, c.1848 (oil on canvas) by Stuart, William (fl.1848-67); 149.9x241. cm; Coram in the care of the Foundling Museum

The Royal Sovereign, New Line-of-Battle Ship for the British Navy (engraving)
1602915 The Royal Sovereign, New Line-of-Battle Ship for the British Navy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Sovereign)

Experimental Firing of the Bellerophon at the Royal Sovereign at Spithead (engraving)
1099235 Experimental Firing of the Bellerophon at the Royal Sovereign at Spithead (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Channel Squadron at Anchor off the Forth Bridge, 2 September (litho)
1100211 The Channel Squadron at Anchor off the Forth Bridge, 2 September (litho) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

In Memory of Nelson, the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1803 (engraving)
1051338 In Memory of Nelson, the Battle of Trafalgar, 21 October 1803 (engraving) by Martino, Eduardo de (1838-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Memory of Nelson, the Battle of Trafalgar)

Sketches at the Naval Review at Spithead (engraving)
1048838 Sketches at the Naval Review at Spithead (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Naval Review at Spithead)

The Emperor of Russias Visit to France, the Czars Yachts, escorted by English War-Ships
1606194 The Emperor of Russias Visit to France, the Czars Yachts, escorted by English War-Ships, meeting the French Fleet in Mid-Channel (litho) by Jane, Fred T

The Naval Demonstration at the Opening of the North Sea and Baltic Canal (engraving)
1628332 The Naval Demonstration at the Opening of the North Sea and Baltic Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Types of the British Navy (litho)
1615850 Types of the British Navy (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Types of the British Navy)

The Coronation Review at Spithead, the "Royal Sovereign"firing the Salute (litho)
1040654 The Coronation Review at Spithead, the " Royal Sovereign" firing the Salute (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Commencement of the Naval Manoeuvres, the "A"Squadron cruising off the Lizard (litho)
1062777 The Commencement of the Naval Manoeuvres, the " A" Squadron cruising off the Lizard (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Robert Moffat, Scottish missionary to Africa (litho)
981287 Robert Moffat, Scottish missionary to Africa (litho) by Lynch, James Henry (fl.1815-68); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Moffat (1795-1883)

The Anniversary of Trafalgar, the Battle of Trafalgar, Admiral Collingwood on Board the "Royal Sovereign"
1605898 The Anniversary of Trafalgar, the Battle of Trafalgar, Admiral Collingwood on Board the " Royal Sovereign" (litho) by Overend

Entertaining the Italian Fleet at Portsmouth (litho)
1056387 Entertaining the Italian Fleet at Portsmouth (litho) by Wyllie, William Lionel (1851-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Entertaining the Italian Fleet at Portsmouth)

Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving)
1605689 Leaves from the Sketch-Book of an Officer with the Channel Squadron (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Naval Manoeuvres, Arrival of the Channel Squadron in Mounts Bay (engraving)
1605621 The Naval Manoeuvres, Arrival of the Channel Squadron in Mounts Bay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres)

The British Navy, from Trafalgar to the Present Time (litho)
1042751 The British Navy, from Trafalgar to the Present Time (litho) by Martino, Eduardo de (1838-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Navy, from Trafalgar to the Present Time)

The Naval Manoeuvres and the Camera (b / w photo)
1062862 The Naval Manoeuvres and the Camera (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres and the Camera)

The Queens Visit to Portsmouth, Her Majesty naming the "Royal Sovereign"(engraving)
1062333 The Queens Visit to Portsmouth, Her Majesty naming the " Royal Sovereign" (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shotholes in the Turret of the Royal Sovereign (engraving)
1099236 Shotholes in the Turret of the Royal Sovereign (engraving) by Weedon, Edwin (1819-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shotholes in the Turret of the Royal Sovereign)

negative 1900, Victorian era. Victorian Navy colours, before the introduction of Battleship Grey & funnel bands to aid identification of individual ships within a class.Centre foreground

HMS ROYAL SOVEREIGN, 1892. The English battleship launched in 1891 and scrapped in 1913

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"Royal Sovereign: A Legacy of Majesty and Power" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the grandeur of the "Royal Sovereign, " a name that resonates with regal authority. From its inception, this iconic vessel has been synonymous with strength, elegance, and historical significance. The journey begins with the Achilles Class Locomotive No. 3050, aptly named after the mighty Greek warrior. Just like its namesake, this locomotive exuded power as it transported passengers across vast landscapes. In Portsmouth Dockyard's enchanting waters, witness a momentous occasion - The Queen at the Floating of the Royal Sovereign. This captivating engraving captures Her Majesty's presence as she christens this majestic ship, symbolizing her unwavering commitment to maritime excellence. Further along our voyage through history lies another remarkable event - The Coronation Review at Spithead. Here we see the King's Yacht "Victoria and Albert" gracefully sailing down Lines D and E amidst an impressive fleet. This engraving immortalizes a spectacle fit for royalty. Venturing beyond British shores brings us to Lagos Bay where two nations unite during the King of Portugal's visit to witness The Combined Mediterranean and Channel Squadrons' display. Amidst these turbulent times, unity prevails as naval prowess is showcased on an international stage. Delving deeper into maritime heritage reveals glimpses of a bygone era in A "Royal Sovereign" of the Past engraving. It serves as a poignant reminder that even though time moves forward relentlessly, echoes from history continue to shape our present reality. Fast-forwarding to more recent times unveils two formidable ironclads - HMS "Royal Sovereign"and HMS "Royal Arthur. " Launched under HM Queen's watchful eye at Portsmouth Naval Yard, these vessels epitomize technological advancements while honoring tradition. Witnessing Prince Wales inspecting Italy Squadron at Spithead evokes admiration for the Evolution of the Torpedo Flotilla.