White Flag Collection (page 2)

Suez Crisis 1956 Under a flag of truce British troops move forward to talk to the Egyptian forces opposite them

Suez Crisis 1956 Under a flag of truce UNO vehicles prepare to drive through the British front lines on route to Cairo

Nah-pope adviser to Black Hawk, 1832. Creator: George Catlin
Nah-pope adviser to Black Hawk, 1832

German officers indicating the whereabouts of landmines, First World War, 1918, (c1920). The Armistice: German car, containing German officers sent to reveal the whereabouts of their mines

Jolly Jack-Tars as Handyman, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Jolly Jack-Tars as " Handyman", 1917. From " The War Illustrated Album De Luxe - Volume VII. The Autumn Campaign of 1916", edited by J. A. Hammerton

The Flag of Truce, late 19th century, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
The Flag of Truce, late 19th century, (c1902). After a painting in the Museums Sheffield collection. Men at the gates of a castle, possibly preparing to surrender to an unseen enemy

Humpty Dumpty had a great fall, from A Nursery Rhyme Picture Book, pub. 1914. Creator
Humpty Dumpty had a great fall, from A Nursery Rhyme Picture Book, pub. 1914 (colour lithograph), 1914

In Cronjes Laager after Surrender, 1900. Scene from the Second Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902) fought in what is now South Africa

The surrender of Jerusalem, World War I, 1917. The Mayor of Jerusalem meets British troops under a flag of truce to negotiate the surrender. The city had been in the hands of the Turks

The April Uprising 1878. Negotiations at the headquarters of the insurgents, 1878. Artist: Anonymous
The April Uprising 1878. Negotiations at the headquarters of the insurgents, 1878. From a private collection

The Governor of Kinburn surrendering to the allies, Crimean War, 17 October 1855, (1857). Artist: G Greatbach
The Governor of Kinburn surrendering to the allies, Crimean War, 17 October 1855, (1857). Forts of Kinburn (Ukraine) bombarded by a combined British Royal Navy and French Navy

Merci!, c1918, (1926). Artist: L Sabattier
Merci!, c1918, (1926). Marianne kisses a French soldier (poilu) in gratitude for his efforts to win the First World War. In the background the figuure of a German soldier stands holding a white flag

British soldiers surrendering to Boer forces at Doornbosch, Transvaal, South Africa, 1901. From Le Petit Journal, Paris, 8 December 1901

surrender Jerusalem British December 9 1917 Mayor
The surrender of Jerusalem to the British, December 9, 1917. The Mayor of Jerusalem, with white flag, offers surender to two British tommies (sergeants). 1917, Israel

surrender Jerusalem British December 9th 1917
The surrender of Jerusalem to the British, December 9th, 1917 The mayor of Jerusalem, with white flag, offers surrender to two British tommies (sergeants). 1917, Israel

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British signalling surrender after the siege of Yorktown, 1781, effectively ending action in the American Revolution. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Digital illustration of showing wind rotating weather vane and making white flag flutter

The Announcement of the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1783, 1837 (oil on canvas)
XIR86111 The Announcement of the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1783, 1837 (oil on canvas) by Ysendyck, Anton van (1801-75); 79x144 cm; Chateau de Versailles

The Entrance into Belfort of the German Commander Bearing the Flag of Truce, 4th November 1870
XIR75707 The Entrance into Belfort of the German Commander Bearing the Flag of Truce, 4th November 1870, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85); Musee de l Armee, Paris

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Caricature of Charles X (1757-1836) and the Henri (1820-83) Duc de Bordeaux, 25th July 1830
XIR198703 Caricature of Charles X (1757-1836) and the Henri (1820-83) Duc de Bordeaux, 25th July 1830 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) Discovering the St
XIR159121 Jacques Cartier (1491-1557) Discovering the St. Lawrence River in 1535, 1847 (oil on canvas) by Gudin, Jean Antoine Theodore (1802-80); ChAteau de Versailles

Entrance of the Army into Paris, 21st May 1871 (coloured engraving)
XIR218779 Entrance of the Army into Paris, 21st May 1871 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Antique illustration of white flag

Antique illustration of soldier with large flag

Sir W Smithers on horse back. 1936

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"White Flag: Tales of Surrender and Bravery in History's Canvas" In the realm of historical events captured on canvas, the white flag emerges as a powerful symbol of surrender, resilience, and humanity. From the vivid lithographs depicting The Siege of Mafeking to the captivating oil painting portraying A French Man of War Surrendering, these artistic masterpieces encapsulate moments that shaped nations and defined individuals. One such moment unfolds in The Surrender of Jerusalem to Sergeant Hurcombe, an illustration from Brave Deeds by Brave Men. Published in 1922, this lithograph immortalizes the courage and triumph amidst conflict. Similarly, Shipwreck takes us back to a tempestuous 19th century sea voyage where survival becomes intertwined with surrender. The British Expedition to Upper Burmah engraving transports us to a time when strategic decisions led soldiers towards both victory and capitulation. Meanwhile, another color litho portrays the poignant scene of 180 British soldiers surrendering to Boers during their struggle in South Africa—a testament to sacrifice amid adversity. The Austrian fortress in Przemysl finally succumbs after five months of relentless struggle; officers are led away from their posts—this vibrant lithograph captures not only defeat but also resilience etched on their faces. Foreigners being allowed to leave besieged Adrianople showcases compassion amidst chaos—an act that transcends borders during times of strife. Siege scenes continue with The Siege of Vicksburg engraved by Kurz & Allison—a colorful reminder that even within surrender lies stories worth telling. And speaking volumes about camaraderie is Chinese bringing food gifts during the Boxer Rebellion—an unexpected gesture bridging cultures despite conflict. As we delve into history's tapestry through these captivating artworks—the adventure portrayed by The Adventure of a Submarine or the excitement captured in The Start Cat Cycle Race—we witness how bravery can coexist with yielding when circumstances dictate it so.