Tserclaes Collection

Tilly in Rothenburg, 1631, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tilly in Rothenburg, 1631, (1936). Woman pleading with Count Tilly in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, from Ward and Lock
3714053 Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly, from Ward and Locks Illustrated History of the World, pub. c.1882 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Johann Tserclaes)

Tillys flight after the Battle of Lech, 4 April 1632, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tillys flight after the Battle of Lech, 4 April 1632, (1936). Tillys Flucht Nach Der Schlacht Am Lech, 4 April 1632. German Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Tilly in the gravediggers house, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Tilly in the gravediggers house, (1936). Tilly Im Totengraberhauschen, 1559-1632. German Catholic commander Johann Tserclaes

Johann Tserclas Graf Von Tilly, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Johann Tserclas Graf Von Tilly, (1933). Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly (1559-1632), Flemish soldier of the Thirty Years War

The Imperial army under Johann Tserclaes Count of Tilly storms and sets fire to Magdeburg, 1637. Private Collection

The Sack of Magdeburg, 1852-1860. Creator: Steinbrueck, Eduard (1802-1882)
The Sack of Magdeburg, 1852-1860. Found in the Collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Siege of Magdeburg, 1631, 1650. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Portrait of Johann Tserclaes (1559-1632), Count of Tilly. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Sack of Magdeburg, 1698. Artist: Aa, Pieter van der (1659-1733)
Sack of Magdeburg, 1698. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly. Artist: Spirinx, Louis (1596-1669)
Portrait of Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Tilly on the Banks of the Lech, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Tilly on the Banks of the Lech, 1882. Private Collection

Tillys Soldiers in Encampment, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Tillys Soldiers in Encampment, 1882. Private Collection

Tilly 1559-1632. - Stich nach dem Gemalde von A. van Dyck, 1934
Tilly 1559-1632.1934. Jean Conte de Tilly (1559-1632), General of the army of the Holy Roman Empire. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte. [Ecktein-Halpaus, Dresden, 1934]

The chief military commanders of the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648 (1903). Albrecht von Wallenstein; Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly; Gustavus Adolphus, King of Sweden; Bernhard of Saxe-Weimar

Johann Tserclaes, Count Tilly, Flemish soldier. Tilly (1559-1632) was appointed by Maximilian I of Bavaria to reorganise the Bavarian army in 1610

Elsie Knocker and Mairi Chisholm, WW1 nurses
Mairi Lambert Gooden-Chisholm or Chisholm, better known as Mairi Chisholm (1895-1981), Scottish nurse and ambulance driver during World War I, pictured right with, on the left

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JOHANN TSERCLAES, freiherr von TILLY Flemish military commander in the imperial service. Date: 1559 - 1632

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JOHANN TSERCLAES, freiherr von TILLY Flemish military commander in the imperial service. Date: 1559 - 1632

Johann Von Tilly - 4
JOHANN TSERCLAES, freiherr von TILLY Flemish military commander in the imperial service. Date: 1559 - 1632

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JOHANN TSERCLAES, freiherr von TILLY Flemish military commander in the imperial service, depicted on horseback at the siege of Magdeburg. Date: 1559 - 1632

Count Von Tilly
JOHANN TSERCLAES COUNT VON TILLY Flemish general in the Imperial Service

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"Tserclaes: The Unforgettable Legacy of Count Johann Tilly" In the annals of history, one name stands out amidst the chaos and destruction of war - Tserclaes. Count Johann Tilly, a formidable military leader during the Thirty Years War, left an indelible mark on Europe's tumultuous past. The year was 1631 when Tilly's forces laid siege to Magdeburg, Germany. This pivotal moment in history would forever be etched into the memories of those who witnessed its horrors. As flames engulfed the city and cries for mercy echoed through its streets, Magdeburg became a symbol of both human resilience and unimaginable suffering. Tilly's prowess as a commander was further exemplified in Rothenburg that same year. His presence alone struck fear into the hearts of his enemies as he led his troops with unwavering determination. A portrait from 1936 captures this enigmatic figure, shrouded in mystery yet commanding respect even centuries later. But war is not without consequence or vulnerability. In 1632, after the Battle of Lech, we catch a glimpse of another side to Tilly - one rarely seen by outsiders. Fleeing from defeat, he sought refuge within the humble abode of gravediggers; perhaps reminding us that even great leaders are subject to moments of humility. Throughout history, artists have attempted to capture Tilly's essence on canvas. From unknown creators to Louis Spirinx himself in 1669, these portraits depict a man whose gaze holds secrets untold but also reveals traces of humanity beneath his armor-clad exterior. Magdeburg remained entwined with Tserclaes' legacy long after his passing in 1632. The Imperial army under his command stormed its walls once again in 1637 - setting ablaze what had been rebuilt since their previous encounter six years prior.