Boatswain Collection

A. B. Cheetham, (The boatswain of the Terra Nova), c1910–1913, (1913)
A.B. Cheetham, (The boatswain of the Terra Nova), c1910– 1913, (1913). Alfred Cheetham (1866-1918) was a member of several Antarctic expeditions

Lord Byrons Dog Boatswain (1803-1808)(The Newfoundland)
Artist: Tomson, Clifton - Title: Lord Byrons Dog Boatswain (1803-1808)(The Newfoundland) - Date: 1808 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 135 x 171

Boatswain on board the ship l'Heureuse Marianne, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Boatswain on board the ship l'Heureuse Marianne, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

WW2 Able Seaman And Bosun Piping
A pair of WW2 illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image shows an able seaman saluting on deck, while the right image portrays a boatswain blowing his pipe or whistle

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Maitre d equipage; Boatswain; Hochbootsmann (engraving)
7196598 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Maitre d equipage; Boatswain; Hochbootsmann (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

W Miller, Boatswain of the Lost Steam-Ship "Avenger"(engraving)
1623500 W Miller, Boatswain of the Lost Steam-Ship " Avenger" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: W Miller)

Sketches by an Officer of the Nile Expedition, at the Second Cataract (engraving)
1622861 Sketches by an Officer of the Nile Expedition, at the Second Cataract (engraving) by Seymour, George L. (fl.1876-1916); Private Collection; (add.info)

The true portrait of Christian Jacobsen Drakenberg (engraving)
609429 The true portrait of Christian Jacobsen Drakenberg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The true portrait of Christian Jacobsen Drakenberg)

The Survivors of the Crew of the "Nisero, "lately released from Captivity by the Rajah of Tenom
1045780 The Survivors of the Crew of the " Nisero, " lately released from Captivity by the Rajah of Tenom, Acheen (engraving) by English School

The Boatswain (gravure)
667664 The Boatswain (gravure) by Tuke, Henry Scott (1858-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boatswain. Illustration for A Tribute to the Genius of William Shakespeare (Macmillan, 1916)

Acts of Bravery during the late War (colour litho)
1587595 Acts of Bravery during the late War (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Acts of Bravery during the late War)

Exhibition of Sporting and Other Dogs (engraving)
2773635 Exhibition of Sporting and Other Dogs (engraving) by Clayton, B. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibition of Sporting and Other Dogs)

Boatswain, about 1820 (colour litho)
2775639 Boatswain, about 1820 (colour litho) by Symons, William Christian (1845-1911); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boatswain, about 1820)

Foundering of the Union Companys Mail Steam-Ship American, the Boats leaving the Ship (engraving)
1614012 Foundering of the Union Companys Mail Steam-Ship American, the Boats leaving the Ship (engraving) by English School

Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter (colour litho)
1036629 Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter (colour litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sally Brown and Ben the Carpenter)

The boatswain gave the dreaful word (coloured engraving)
668534 The boatswain gave the dreaful word (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The boatswain gave the dreaful word)

Victoria Cross, the New Order of Valour for the Navy (colour litho)
1587596 Victoria Cross, the New Order of Valour for the Navy (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria Cross, the New Order of Valour for the Navy)

Our Navy in Australian Waters, a Days Shooting in Moreton Bay, Queensland (engraving)
1062610 Our Navy in Australian Waters, a Days Shooting in Moreton Bay, Queensland (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Navy in Australian Waters)

Home from China, Admiral Sir E H Seymour and the Officers of HMS "Centurion"(b / w photo)
1037291 Home from China, Admiral Sir E H Seymour and the Officers of HMS " Centurion" (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home from China)

Life on Board a P and O Liner, the Roll Call on Sunday Morning (litho)
1051457 Life on Board a P and O Liner, the Roll Call on Sunday Morning (litho) by Hatherell, William (1855-1928) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life on Board a P and O Liner)

Seascape, 1894 (oil on wood)
5058823 Seascape, 1894 (oil on wood) by Achenbach, Andreas (1815-1910); 39.1 x 49.8 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info)

Tugboats of the France, Fenwick company of Tyne and Wear pictured at their moorings off South Shields. Following company tradition

The Customs House, built in 1683, King Lynn, Norfolk, Circa 1945. The River Cuse runs alongside but is a mere trickle at low tide

Yachts tied up in the inner basin of Ramsgate Harbour. In the background can been seen hotels, bed and breakfast guest houses on Harbour Parade. Circa August 1935

Ciuitatis Westmonasteriensis pars (Westminster from the River), 1647

Palatium Regis prope Londinum, vulgo White-hall (Royal Palace of Whitehall, London), ca. 1647

Royal Navy boatswain, c1829 (c1890-c1893). Artist: William Christian Symons
Royal Navy boatswain, c1829 (c1890-c1893). A print from Her Majestys Navy Including its Deeds and Battles, by Lieut Chas Rathbone Low, Volume II, JS Virtue & Co, London, 1890-1893

Newstead Abbey Boatswain grave A. W &H Cox October 24
Newstead Abbey. Boatswains grave; A.W. & H. Cox; October 24, 1865; Albumen silver print

La France Maritime - Boatswain (in everyday uniform on board ship). 19th century

Christian Drakenberg 146
CHRISTIAN JACOBSEN DRAKENBERG Danish resident of Aarhus, a boatswain in the Danish navy, noted for the most Wonderful and Whimsical Stories. Date: 1626 - 1772

USS New York, American battleship, with George V, WW1
Scene on the deck of USS New York (BB34), American battleship, Scapa Flow, towards the end of the First World War. King George V is shaking hands with the Chief Boatswains Mate (CBM), Shorty Schirm

Ethel Mary Smyth (1858-1944) English composer and suffragette. She wrote the suffragettes battle song The March of the Women (1911), choral works, symphonies and operas Der Wald (1901)

Boatswain Ca 1829
A ships boatswain (bo sun) - the officer in charge of sails, rigging etc, and who summons the men to their duties and appointed tasks

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Boatswain, a word that carries with it tales of loyalty, bravery, and companionship. From Lord Byron's faithful companion Boatswain to the boatswains of various ships throughout history, this term has left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. Lord Byron's Dog Boatswain (1803-1808), a majestic Newfoundland, embodied the essence of devotion. His unwavering loyalty and affection for his master were immortalized in poetry and continue to inspire dog lovers today. A. B. Cheetham, known as the boatswain of the Terra Nova during the early 20th century, exemplified strength and leadership. As he navigated treacherous waters alongside his crewmates, his expertise ensured their safety amidst challenging conditions. During World War II, Able Seaman And Bosun Piping played a vital role in naval operations. Their skilled piping commands echoed across vast oceans as they coordinated maneuvers and communicated crucial orders to their fellow sailors. The Trial of Patrick O Donnell at the Old Bailey for the Murder of James Carey showcases another facet of boatswains' significance – maintaining order and justice within maritime communities. This engraving captures a moment where justice is sought for a tragic crime committed at sea. Le Vocabulaire Illustre presents engravings depicting Maitre d'equipage; Boatswain; Hochbootsmann - showcasing how language transcends borders as these terms are recognized internationally among seafarers who share common responsibilities regardless of nationality or vessel type. W Miller's portrayal depicts Boatswain aboard the Lost Steam-Ship "Avenger, " reminding us that even in times of adversity when all seems lost at sea, there are individuals whose courage shines through like beacons guiding others towards hope and survival. Sketches by an Officer from The Nile Expedition capture scenes from distant lands where boatswains played pivotal roles in navigating treacherous waters and ensuring the success of military campaigns.