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Idomeneus attempts to destroy himself for having sacrificed his only Son... 1775. Artist: W Walker
Idomeneus attempts to destroy himself for having sacrificed his only Son to accomplish a rash Vow, 1775. A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1775

The Surrender of Calais to King Edward III, 1347, (1776). Artist: I Hall
The Surrender of Calais to King Edward III, 1347, (1776). A plate from The Copper-Plate Magazine or A Monthly Treasure, London, 1776

Anthony Ashley Cooper, Earl of Shaftesbury, 1777. Artist: Ryder
Anthony Ashley Cooper, Earl of Shaftesbury, 1777. Cooper (1621-1683) was a prominent English politician of the Interregnum and during the reign of King Charles II

Colonel St Leger, 20th century. Modern print after Gainsboroughs painting of 1782, of John Hayes St Leger (1756-1800)

Erminia and the Shepherds, 1859. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Tancred and Erminia. Artist: Manetti, Rutilio (1571-1639)
Tancred and Erminia. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Peterhof, St. Petersburg

Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia, 1645. Artist: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Clorinda rescues Olindo and Sophronia, 1645. Found in the collection of the Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa

Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. Artist: Carle van Loo
Perseus and Andromeda, 17th century. The hero Perseus rescuing Andromeda from the sea monster. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Portrait of the Emperor Alexander III, 1886. Artist: Ivan Kramskoy
Portrait of the Emperor Alexander III, 1886. Alexander III (1845-1894) reigned as Emperor of Russia from 14 March 1881 until his death in 1894

The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. Artist: Armand Charles Caraffe
The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. According to the Roman historian Livy, the Horatii were three Roman brothers who agreed to fight the Curiatii, three brothers from Alba Longa

Saint Crispin, c1492-c1494. Artist: Master of Saint Crispin and Crispinian
Saint Crispin, c1492-c1494. St Crispin and St Crispinian (dc286), were Roman brothers who went to Soissons, France, to spread the gospel

Before a Portrait, c1860-1920. Artist: Tito Conti
Before a Portrait, c1860-1920. Conti, Tito (1842-1924). Found in the collection of the M. Kroshitsky Art Museum, Sevastopol

Saint Martin and a Beggar, 1596. Artist: Bartholomeus Spranger
Saint Martin and a Beggar, 1596. Spranger, Bartholomeus (1546-1611). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Portrait of Count Mikhail Vorontsov, (1782-1830), 1821. Artist: Thomas Lawrence
Portrait of Count Mikhail Vorontsov, (1782-1830), 1821. Lawrence, Sir Thomas (1769-1830). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Young man Fighting the Dragon, late 15th century. Artist: Andrea Mantegna
Young man Fighting the Dragon, late 15th century. Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Saint George and the Dragon, 17th century. Artist: Giuseppe Cesari
Saint George and the Dragon, 17th century. Cesari, Giuseppe (1568-1640). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Poster to the Book Babylone d Allemagne by Victor Joze, 1894. Artist: Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec
Poster to the Book Babylone d Allemagne by Victor Joze, 1894. Poster. Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri, de (1864-1901). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Equestrian Portrait of Grand Prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), 1832. Artist: Franz Kruguer
Equestrian Portrait of Grand Prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), 1832. Kruger, Franz (1797-1857). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The little raven. Minamoto clan sword, c1823. Artist: Hokusai
The little raven. Minamoto clan sword, c1823. Hokusai, Katsushika (1760-1849). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Picture of the Russian Imperial regalia, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Portrait of King Alfonso XIII in a Hussars Uniform, 1907. Artist: Joaquin Sorolla y Bastida
Portrait of King Alfonso XIII in a Hussars Uniform, 1907. The posthumous son of Alfonso XII, Alfonso XIII (1886-1941) was proclaimed king at his birth, although his mother, Queen Maria Christina

The Journey of a Modern Hero, to the Island of Elba, 1814. Cartoon depicting Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821), Emperor of the French

October 1917 - October 1920. Long Live the Worldwide Red October!, poster, 1920. Artist: Dmitriy Stakhievich Moor
October 1917 - October 1920. Long Live the Worldwide Red October!, poster, 1920. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Voltigeurs, Cents-Suisses, 1815 Artist: Eugene Titeux
Voltigeurs, Cents-Suisses, 1815. Histoire de la Maison Militaire du Roi de 1814-1830, volume 1

Gardes a pied ordinaires du Corps de Roi, petite and grande tenue, 1817-30 Artist: Eugene Titeux
Gardes a pied ordinaires du Corps de Roi, petite and grande tenue, 1817-30. Histoire de la Maison Militaire du Roi de 1814-1830, volume 1

Taking of Malakoff by the french army, 1855. Crimean War. Print by Yvon

The Knights - Swearing of allegiance to the lord, Middle Ages. 19th Century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

The Knights - Knighting a Knight, Middle Ages. 19th Century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

Francois I creates knight at Bayard, 1515, c19th Century
Francois I creates knight at Bayard, 1515, 19th Century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

Captain Lebediev heroically defending the bastion at Port Arthur, Russo-Japanese War, 1904. When the Russians reneged on an agreement to withdraw troops from Manchuria

Cossacks fighting Manchus, Russo-Japanes War, 1904. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 3rd April 1904

Attack against the Emperor of Germany, 1901. Illustration published in, Le Petit Journal, 24th March 1901

Mortal duel on the Grande Jatte, 1903. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 29th November 1903

Cavalry Charge during the Demonstration for the 1st May in Paris, 1906. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 13th May 1906

The French flag in In Salah, Algeria, 1900. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 28th January 1900

Trouble in Belgium, 1899. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Trouble in Belgium, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 16th July 1899

Saint Cyriens, St Petersburg, Russia, 1899. Artist: Henri Meyer
Saint Cyriens, St Petersburg, Russia, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 22nd January 1899

Sword of honor offered to the commercial commander, 1899. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 28th May 1899

Le Colonel Roquebrune, a drama by Georges Ohnet, 1897. Artist: F Meaulle
Le Colonel Roquebrune, a drama by Georges Ohnet, 1897. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 10th January 1897

Preaching Holy War during an uprising in British India, 1897. Artist: F Meaulle
Preaching Holy War during an uprising in British India, 1897. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 3rd October 1897

Duel between Prince Henri d Orleans and the Comte de Turin, 1897. Artist: F Meaulle
Duel between Prince Henri d Orleans and the Comte de Turin, 1897. An explorer and the son of Robert, Duke of Chartres, Henri d Orleans fought this duel with the Comte de Turin after political

Different Russian military uniforms of the Emperor, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 20th September 1896

Death of Lieutenant Collet, Algeria, 1896. Artist: Henri Meyer
Death of Lieutenant Collet, Algeria, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 22nd November 1896

Venezuelan vessels sunk by the Anglo-German fleet, 1902. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 28th December 1902

The part of Cromwell, in the Musketeers. Artist: Matis
The part of Cromwell, in the Musketeers. Oliver Cromwell (1599-1658), leader of the parliamentarians during the English Civil War

The Battle of Ravenna, 11 April 1512, (1875). Artist: W Hulland
The Battle of Ravenna, 11 April 1512, (1875). Battle fought by the forces of the Holy League and France, a major battle of the War of the League of Cambrai in the Italian Wars

The Death of General Wolfe, 1759, (1860). Artist:s Smith
The Death of General Wolfe, 1759, (1860). The final moments of James Wolfe during the Battle of Quebec

The First Great Charter of English Liberty, (19th century). King John sealed the Magna Carta in 1215. The charter is a statement of feudal law

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"The Sword: A Symbol of Power, Valor, and History" From the Bayeux Tapestry portraying the Norman Conquest to the painting of St. Martin sharing his coat at St. Gatien Cathedral in Tours, Indre-et-Loire, the sword has left an indelible mark on human history. It embodies strength and courage as seen in "Scotland for Ever, " depicting the charge of the Scots Greys at Waterloo in 1815. The Battle of Hastings depicted in the Bayeux Tapestry showcases how a single swing of a they are alter destinies forever. In contrast, Manjushri, divinity of knowledge at Kopan monastery in Kathmandu, Nepal represents wisdom wielded with precision. Elizabeth Southerden Thompson's oil on canvas masterpiece "Scotland Forever" immortalizes Scottish warriors brandishing their swords fearlessly. The Light Dragoons' legacy from 1790 to 1992 exemplifies how this weapon evolved alongside military strategies throughout centuries. In London's Old Bailey Law Courts above stands The Scales of Justice - a symbol reminding us that even though justice may be blindfolded, it is armed with truth and fairness. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington's portrait by Thomas Lawrence portrays him holding a ceremonial sword as he led Britain to victory against Napoleon Bonaparte. Fencing positions demonstrate not only physical prowess but also strategic thinking required when engaging an opponent with this noble weapon. Meanwhile, Angels of Mons grace piano music covers as they guard over those who seek solace through melodies inspired by heavenly battles fought long ago. Finally, Greek Orthodox iconography depicts St. George slaying a dragon within St. Georges Orthodox church - illustrating how swords have transcended reality into mythical realms where good triumphs over evil. Through art and history alike we are reminded that beyond its mere function as a tool for combat or defense lies something far greater - an emblem of human determination, honor, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.