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Admiralty Collection

"Admiralty: A Legacy of Exploration and Leadership" The history of the admiralty is intertwined with tales of courage, exploration, and leadership

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Admiralty Collection: HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, 1845
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Admiralty Collection: Captain Francis Crozier of HMS Terror, 1845
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Admiralty Collection: Rear Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson, 1798-1799. Artist: Lemuel Francis Abbott
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Admiralty Collection: Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson, 1798-1799, (c1920). Artist: Henry Bone
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Admiralty Collection: Trial of Anchors at the Royal Dockyard, Sheerness, July 1852
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Admiralty Collection: Captain Sir John Franklin (1786-1847)
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Admiralty Collection: Churchill / Iwn May 1915
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Admiralty Collection: Algiers, Algeria - Harbour View
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Admiralty Collection: Russia, St. Petersburg; The partly frozen Neva River in Winter, with the Winter Palace
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Admiralty Collection: The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barro
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Admiralty Collection: The End of Sir John Franklins Arctic Expedition, 1845
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Admiralty Collection: Mr Winston Churchill, First Lord of the Admiralty with Admiral of the Fleet Lord Fisher
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Admiralty Collection: Samuel Pepys
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Admiralty Collection: Sir Francis Ronalds
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Admiralty Collection: Dover / Admiralty Pier
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Admiralty Collection: Admiralty Arch
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill kissing the Blarney Stone
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Admiralty Collection: Idol-Worship or the Way to Preferment, 1740 (engraving)
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill / Stamp
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Admiralty Collection: Portrait of Admiral Sir John Balchin, (1832). Creator: Unknown
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Admiralty Collection: WW2 production poster
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Admiralty Collection: William Palmer, Earl of Selborne, First Lord of Admiralty
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Admiralty Collection: The British Navy, 1837-1897, (early 20th century). Artist: TS Crowther
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Admiralty Collection: George VI, Admiral of the Fleet in the Royal Navy, 1936
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill by a lake at Chartwell
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Admiralty Collection: Charles Howard, First Earl of Nottingham, (early-mid 19th century). Creator: H Robinson
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Admiralty Collection: WW1 - Winston Churchill - First Lord of the Admiralty
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Admiralty Collection: Lord Fisher of Kilverstone, British Naval Commander, First World War, 1914. Artist: Haines
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Admiralty Collection: Lord Fisher, British admiral, late 19th century, (1920). Artist: Russell
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Admiralty Collection: Crisis at the Admiralty; Lord Fisher and Winston Churchill
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Admiralty Collection: Peter the Great, Equestrian Statue, St Petersburg
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Admiralty Collection: Princess Elizabeths Wedding - Procession - Admiralty Arch
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill at Antwerp. By October 1914, World War I was raging
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Admiralty Collection: Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, (1919). Creator: Unknown
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Admiralty Collection: Admiral Teddy Evans, (1881-1957), British naval officer and Antarctic explorer, 1916
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill by Tom Hutt
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Admiralty Collection: Major-General Sir Eric Geddes
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Admiralty Collection: Mounted Police Officer - Procession in The Mall
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Admiralty Collection: Dover Harbour Postcard
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Admiralty Collection: Aerial View Of Point Retreat Light House At The Tip Of Mansfield Penninsula With Admiralty Island
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Admiralty Collection: Murray Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
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Admiralty Collection: Lieut. Com. Takeshita, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Admiralty Collection: Lieut. Com. Takeshita and Mr. Sato, 1905. Creator: Unknown
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Admiralty Collection: View of Vladivostok, Russia, from the Bay of the Golden Horn, 1899. Creator: Eleanor Lord Pray
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Admiralty Collection: 'Webber, ' a naval officer or ship captain, three-quarter length portrait, standing...1894 or 95
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Admiralty Collection: Winston Churchill (First Lord of the Admiralty), (1919). Creator: Reginald Haines
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Admiralty Collection: Lord Anson, (1829). Creator: J Jenkins


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"Admiralty: A Legacy of Exploration and Leadership" The history of the admiralty is intertwined with tales of courage, exploration, and leadership. From the ill-fated expedition of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror in 1845 to the valiant Captain Francis Crozier's command on HMS Terror, these stories echo through time. One cannot discuss the admiralty without mentioning Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson, a legendary figure whose exploits during battles like Trafalgar in 1798-1799 still inspire awe. The artistic rendition by Henry Bone captures his commanding presence perfectly. The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice in Barrow exemplify the challenges faced by sailors navigating treacherous Arctic waters. These brave men pushed boundaries in their quest for discovery. Even amidst war, as seen in Churchill's photo from May 1915, the admiralty remained steadfast. Their strategic decisions shaped naval operations during World War I. Captain Sir John Franklin's tragic fate serves as a reminder of the risks undertaken by those who ventured into uncharted territories. His ill-fated Arctic expedition ended tragically but sparked further exploration. Russia's frozen Neva River showcases how even formidable forces can be tamed by nature's icy grip. It highlights both Russia's maritime heritage and its ability to adapt to extreme conditions. Mr Winston Churchill, First Lord alongside Admiral Lord Fisher symbolizes collaboration between political leaders and military minds—a partnership crucial for effective governance at sea. Looking back further into history brings us to Samuel Pepys—an influential figure responsible for modernizing Britain’s navy during his tenure as Secretary to the Admiralty from 1673-1679. His reforms laid foundations that endure today. Algiers' bustling harbor view reminds us that naval power extends beyond British shores—international relations were vital for maintaining control over important trade routes throughout history. Finally, witnessing trials of anchors at Royal Dockyard Sheerness offers insight into meticulous preparations undertaken to ensure the safety and efficiency of naval operations.