Thomas Fairfax Collection

Thomas, Lord Fairfax; Obit 1671, 1811. Creator: Richard Earlom
Thomas, Lord Fairfax; Obit 1671, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign of James

The Siege of Colchester by the Parliament Forces... 1648, (1944). Creator: W Keymer
The Siege of Colchester by the Parliament Forces Under the Command of General Fairfax, 1648, (1944). Map of the town of Colchester in Essex which was attacked by Parliamentary commander Lord-General

Fairfax House, Alexandria, Va. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Fairfax House, Alexandria, Va. between 1900 and 1910

Anne, Lady Fairfax, wife of Thomas, Lord Fairfax, 1811. Creator: Charles Turner
Anne, Lady Fairfax, wife of Thomas, Lord Fairfax, 1811. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, English nobleman and Parliamentary general. General de Parlement
5913172 Thomas Fairfax, Lord Fairfax, English nobleman and Parliamentary general. General de Parlement. In suit of armour with lace collar

Thomas, Lord Fairfax (engraving)
964820 Thomas, Lord Fairfax (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas, Lord Fairfax)

Thomas Lord Fairfax (engraving)
961538 Thomas Lord Fairfax (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Lord FairfaxThomas Fairfax (1612-1671)

The Solemn Engagement, 1647 (engraving)
3744616 The Solemn Engagement, 1647 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A 1647 declaration to the English House of Commons adopted by the General Council of)

Sir T. Fairfax, (1612-1671), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir T. Fairfax, (1612-1671), 1830. Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron (1612-1671) English nobleman, peer, politician, general

Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, 1645. Artist: Faithorne, William, the Elder
Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, 1645. From a private collection

Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Creator: Pierre Drevet
Thomas Fairfax, (early 18th century). Portrait of Sir Thomas Fairfax (1612-1671), politician, general, and Parliamentary commander-in-chief during the English Civil War

Front page of A Perfect Diurnall of Some Passages in Parliament, 1643 (1905)
Reduced facsimile of the front page of A Perfect Diurnall of Some Passages in Parliament, 1643 (1905). From Cassells History of England, Vol

The Battle of Marston Moor, 1644. The North lost to the king. The Parliamentarians under Thomas Fairfax defeated the Royalists at this battle in Yorkshire

Letter from Oliver Cromwell to William Lenthall, 14th June 1645. Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Letter from Oliver Cromwell to William Lenthall, 14th June 1645. Letter announcing the defeat of the King (Charles I) at Naseby, near Market Harborough

Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Lord Fairfax, Wexford, 15th October, 1649. Artist: Oliver Cromwell
Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Lord Fairfax, Wexford, 15th October, 1649. Letter from Oliver Cromwell to Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron

Thomas Fairfax, 3rd Lord Fairfax of Cameron, English soldier, 17th century, (1899). Portrait of Fairfax (1612-1671), commander during the English Civil War

Battle of Naseby, 14 June 1645. The victory at Naseby of the Parliamentarian New Model Army under Fairfax and Cromwell over the Royalist army commanded by Prince Rupert marked the decisive turning

Washington And Fairfax At An Indian War Dance 1748. George Washington 1732 - 1799 First President Of The United States. Thomas Fairfax 1692 - 1781 6Th Lord Fairfax Of Cameron

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George Washington and Thomas Fairfax attending a Native American war-dance. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Preparation for the Battle of Naseby, fought on the 14th June 1645 published in The History
XJF105380 Preparation for the Battle of Naseby, fought on the 14th June 1645 published in The History and Antiquities of Naseby by John Mastin

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Thomas Fairfax, also known as Lord Fairfax, was an English nobleman and Parliamentary general during the 17th century. He played a significant role in the English Civil War and was highly regarded by his contemporaries. In a letter written by Oliver Cromwell to General Fairfax in 1646, their close relationship is evident. This correspondence highlights the trust and respect they had for each other as key figures in the Parliament's army. One of the most iconic depictions is an engraving by Pierre Drevet after Adriaen van der Werff. It shows him dressed in a suit of armor with a distinguished lace collar, symbolizing his status as a nobleman while embodying military strength. The beheading of King Charles I in 1649 marked a turning point in history, and Thomas Fairfax played a crucial role in this event. An engraving capturing this momentous occasion showcases how he stood alongside other influential figures who believed that no one should be above the law. Another engraving portrays Thomas Fairfax during The Solemn Engagement of 1647. This historical event solidified his commitment to upholding parliamentary authority over royal power. During The Siege of Colchester by Parliament Forces in 1648, Thomas Fairfax demonstrated strategic brilliance as he led his troops against Royalist resistance. This depiction from 1944 emphasizes his leadership skills on the battlefield. Sir T. Fairfax is immortalized through an anonymous portrait from 1830 which captures his essence as both a military leader and influential figure within society at large. A striking portrait from 1645 by William Faithorne depicts Thomas Fairfax as Lord Cameron, showcasing not only his military prowess but also highlighting his elevated social standing among peers. Pierre Drevet's early-18th-century portrayal further exemplifies how timeless Lord Fairfax's legacy remains even beyond his lifetime; it serves as another testament to how deeply ingrained he became within British history.