Conquered Collection (#4)

WORLD WAR I: ANNOUNCEMENT. How the American press announced the signing of the peace treaty. Newspapers, c1919

Ancient Machu Picchu, last refuge of the vanished Inca civilization in the Andes Mountains, Peru

Hernando Cortez or Cortes (1485-1547) Spanish conquistador who conquered Mexico, with Montezuma II, last Aztec emperor, 1519. Early 20th century book illustration

Guiseppe Garibaldi (1807-82) Italian patriot. Involved in Young Italy movement 1834. Italian revolution 1838. Conquered Sicily and Naples at head of 1, 000 red shirts, 1860

Love Conquered Fear : Michael Armstrong, adopted by mill owner, embracing his brother Edward who is one of the ragged factory boys working amongst the spinning mules

Stone sculpture of Tlazolteotl at the British Museum. Huastec, Postclassical, AD 900-1521 From Mexico. Tlazolteotl, an earth goddess also associated with filth and carnal sin

Huaxtec small sculptures from the Gulf of Mexico circa 900-1450 Ad. The Huaxtec culture was conquered and absorbed by the Aztecs. Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican Mythology

Huaxtec small sculpture of a head from the Gulf of Mexico 900-1450 AD. The Huaxtec culture was conquered and absorbed by the Aztecs. Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican Mythology

Journee Serbe, 25 June 1916, anniversary of Battle of Kossovo. Serbs crossing River Drina into Albania. World War I French poster

Hernando Cortez (Fernado Cortes - 1485-1547) Spanish conquistador who conquered Mexico, making contact with native Mexicans. Hand-coloured lithograph, 1827

Map of Germany post World War II

Moctezuma II, Aztec emperor C015 / 5791
Moctezuma II (c.1466-1520), Aztec emperor. Moctezuma was the ruler (tlatoani) of Tenochtitlan (present-day Mexico City), then the centre of the Aztec Empire (Triple Alliance)

Conquered Wakasa dried flatfish. Print shows fishermen drying flatfish on racks. Date 1859

Turks Enter Larissa 1897
Turkish troops enter Larissa after the Greeks had abondoned it on the 23rd April 1897. Date: 1897

Samnite Warriors
Warriors from SAMNIUM, in central Italy (roughly todays Abruzzi); they were enemies of the Romans until conquered circa 290 BC, and frequently figure in Roman history

Sport / Climbing / Alps
MONT BLANC CONQUERED Alpine guide Jacques Belmont, after several unsuccessful earlier attempts, is the first to reach the summit

European Culture / Ethiopi
The Italians, having conquered Ethiopia, bestow the benefits of European culture, such as the trappings of Roman Catholicism

General J C R a Duchesne
Jacques-Charles-Rene-Achille DUCHESNE French general in Algeria and Madagascar, which he conquered and pacified, extending our knowledge of the island

Alfred Amedee Dodds
ALFRED AMEDEE DODDS French general, active notably in Dahomey which he conquered and pacified

Heinrich VI of Germany
HEINRICH VI OF HOHENSTAUFEN King of Germany and Holy Roman Emperor 1190 - 1197. Conquered Sicily in 1194, died in Messina, Italy in 1197

Chaka, Zulu Chief
CHAKA, (Shaka, Tshaka) Zulu leader who ruthlessly conquered and ruled most of southern Africa : depicted here on a product label for a humdrum domestic product !

Triumphal Procession
A generic Roman triumphal procession which includes the Emperor in a chariot, elephants, conquered captives, musicians, soldiers, captured arms & burners of incense

Spanish Settle Florida
Despite the reluctance of its people to be colonised, Florida is conquered and settled by the Spaniards, leading eventually to Miami beach and Disneyworld

Metellus at Thebes
Consul Metellus rides through the conquered city of Thebes : from now on he will be known as Macedonicus

Cortes (Liebig)
HERNANDO CORTES Spanish conquistador who conquered Mexico, carried out other expeditions yet died peacefully on his estates in Spain. Date: 1485-1547

Educating Ethiopians
Young Ethiopians, their country having been conquered by the Italians, learn where their conquerors come from

Belisarius Occupies Rome
Byzantine general BELISARIUS, having defeated the Vandals, subdued the Ostrogoths and conquered Sicily, occupies Rome

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"Conquered: A Tapestry of Triumphs and Transformations" Step into the realm of history, where empires rise and fall, as we explore the concept of conquest through various captivating artworks. Behold the grandeur of a map depicting the vast Empire of King Alexander the Great, a testament to his unparalleled military prowess and ambition. Witness The Queens of Persia humbled at the feet of Alexander in an awe-inspiring painting known as The Tent of Darius. It captures not only his triumph but also showcases the power dynamics that shaped ancient civilizations. Travel further back in time to witness Time Vanquished by Love, Venus and Hope; a mesmerizing masterpiece that reminds us how love can conquer even the most relentless enemy - time itself. Marvel at Philip II's indomitable spirit as he leads Macedon towards greatness, leaving an indelible mark on history. Shift gears to more recent times with poignant images from Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), capturing both sides locked in fierce battles for control. El Dret Es Guanya Per Les Armes serves as a stark reminder that victory is often achieved through bloodshed. Delve into Ireland's tumultuous past where The Irish Chiefs and Kings kneel before King Henry II, showcasing how power struggles shape destinies. Plate 29: Germany conquered by Drusus takes us back even further to ancient Rome when mighty generals expanded their dominion across new lands. Experience St. James on a White Horse Riding over the Corpses of Moors and immerse yourself in illuminated manuscripts illustrating medieval conquests while admiring The Coat of Arms of Gomez family symbolizing their own triumphs. Finally, journey alongside Roman legions patrolling Gaulish inn in Alsace; witness their unwavering determination amidst foreign territories. And lastly, bear witness to Mehmed II's monumental entry into Constantinople - an event that forever altered world history. "Conquered.