Brest Collection (page 3)

Leon Trotsky arriving for peace negotiations with the Germans, Brest-Litovsk, 7 January 1918. Trotsky led the Russian delegation at the negotiations

The Street, Second Half of the 19th cen Artist: Brest, Germain Fabius (1823-1900)
The Street, Second Half of the 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Pera Museum, Istanbul

The Battle of Lesnaya, 1717. Artist: Jean-Marc Nattier
The Battle of Lesnaya, 1717. Fought by the armies of Sweden and Russia on 9 October 1708 in what is today Belarus, the Battle of Lesnaya was one of the major engagements of the Great Northern War

The return of the ship Borda, and embarkation of the ship Fistots, Brest, France, 1902. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 5th October 1902

Embarkation of the Marines at Brest for Madagascar, 1883. France invaded Madagascar in 1883 in what became known as the first Franco-Hova War (Hova being the name of the islands Merina aristocrats)

Market in Brest, 1899. Artist: Fernand Piet
Market in Brest, 1899. State Museum of New Western Art, Moscow

The Marina of Brest, c1750-1810. Artist: Nicolas Marie Ozanne
The Marina of Brest, c1750-1810

Launching a Ship at Brest, c1750-1810. Artist: Nicolas Marie Ozanne
Launching a Ship at Brest, c1750-1810

Brest-Litovsk Treaty
John Bull is put out by Brest- Litovsk - Russias Peace treaty with Germany ending her involvement in World War One. Date: 3 March 1918

Sunset over the Atlantic coast, France
Sunset over the rocks along the French Atlantic shoreline, long exposure; Perharidi, Brest, France

Brest, France In 1791. Engraved By Lebreton. From Histoire De La Revolution Francaise By Louis Blanc

Kermorvan lighthouse at dawn, le Conquet, North Finistere, Brittany, France

Sphere cover - Cessation of fighting on Russian Front, WW1
Front cover of The Sphere with illustration by Fortunino Matania showing the cessation of fighting on the Russian Front with Bolshevik leaders Trotsky

Field Marshal von Mackensen entering Brest Litovsk
Field Marshal August von Mackensen (1849-1945), German army officer, with three others on horseback, entering Brest Litovsk, Russia (now Brest, Belarus) during the First World War

Richard von Kuhlmann and Count von Czernin, Brest Litovsk
Richard von Kuhlmann (1873-1948), German Foreign Secretary, signing the peace treaty of Brest Litovsk, Russia (now Brest, Belarus)

Bagne De Brest - 3
LE BAGNE DE BREST New arrivals have chains fixed to their legs

Lionfish Pterois volitans also called Dragonfish Scoprion fish Oceanopolis Brest Brittany France
MAB-905 Lionfish also called Dragonfish Scorpion fish Brest Brittany France Pterois volitans Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

The French Naval Academy - Brest, France - The Borda
The French Naval Academy. Originally the academy was based on ships, anchored in the harbour of Brest, France, such as the Borda (previously named Valmy)

Celtic Festival, Brest, Brittany, France
Celtic Pardon Festival, Brest, Brittany, France - September, 1908. Stalls with various things for sale at a Breton Pardon

Paris Brest Race
The Paris to Brest race - first run in 1891 - is still one of the French classics in 1921. Date: 1921

ALEXANDER HOOD 1727-1814
ALEXANDER HOOD High-ranking naval officer who captured three French ships in 1795 and directed Brest blockade between 1797-1800. Date: 1727 - 1814

Signed Treaty Document
The signed document agreeing an armistice between the Central Powers and Bolshevik Russia Date: January 1918

WW1 - Russian-German Negotiations, Brest-Litovks
WW1 - Russian delegates received by delegates of the central powers at Brest-Litovks. Officers from the staff of Field Marshall von Hindenburg meet the delegation of Soviet Russia. Date: 1918

Visit to Madeira - The bay of Biscay - Evening
Black and white lantern slide of the bay of Biscay in the evening - Visit to Madeira. Part of Box 125 - Madeira. Boswell Collection

Drifting derelict warship, Richelieu, by G. H. Davis
The drifting of the derelict French warship, Richelieu. While being towed from Toulon to Rotterdam, the ship broke loose from her tugs at Brest

France Brest
General view of the harbour Date: circa 1770

Trotsky in Warsaw
LEON TROTSKY Russian statesman, at Warsaw 1919 during the peace of Brest-Litovsk - he is nearest camera in foreground. Date: 1879 - 1940

Campagne du Vice-amiral Cte d Estaing 1778 Pen
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Harbor Brest 1840-98 Watercolor gouache black chalk
Artokoloro

Brest, France map
Antique illustration of a Brest, France map

Map of Brest, France
MAP OF BREST, FRANCE

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Monster Swing Bridge at Brest, France

Fulton blows up a boat with his infernal machine in the harbor of Brest

Pioneer Infantry Battalion on the troop ship U. S. S. Philippine from Brest harbor
XOS909412 Pioneer Infantry Battalion on the troop ship U.S.S. Philippine from Brest harbor, France, July 18, 1919 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Departure of the Ocean French Fleet from Brest, France, 1854; Hercule, 100, Towed by Caffarelli, 450 Horse Power; Jean-Bart, 90, 650 Horse Power, Towed out Later in the Day

WW I: AMERICAN TROOPS. 129th Infantry, 3rd Division, landing at Brest, France, May 1918

WWI: AMERICAN TROOPS. 304th Field Artillery disembarking from the U. S. S. Leviathan in Brest
WWI: AMERICAN TROOPS. 304th Field Artillery disembarking from the U.S.S. Leviathan in Brest, France, May 1918

WW I: AMERICAN TROOPS. Landing of the 4th Infantry at Brest, April 1918

Transatlantic telegraph. William Thomsons (Lord Kelvin 1824-1907) receiving apparatus used at Brest, including his mirror galvanometer (left)

Departure Of The Ocean French Fleet From Brest, France, 1854; Hercule, 100, Towed By Caffarelli, 450 Horse Power; Jean-bart, 90, 650 Horse Power, Towed Out Later In The Day

Choux Pastry Ring with Whipped Cream Filling and Chocolate Glaze

Cycling race Paris-Brest (1891). Starting line
" Cycling race Paris-Brest (1891). Starting line in Paris. Illustration from " Le Petit Journal". Etching. FRANCE. Paris. National Library."

PORT OF BREST, 1780. The port of Brest, France, where 5, 500 French troops under Comte de Rochambeau embarked for America in 1780. Contemporary French line engraving

FRENCH REVOLUTION, 1790. Riots at the port at Brest, France upon the arrival of the ships, the L

The Castle from swing bridge, Brest, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The Port Militaire from swing bridge, Brest, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

The harbor from the Cours Dajot, Brest, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Place des Portes, Brest, France. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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"Brest: A Captivating Tapestry of History, Nature, and Culture" Discover the multifaceted city of Brest, where history intertwines with natural wonders and vibrant traditions. From captivating World War II posters to the heroic activities of the 52 (Lowland) Division, this Breton gem has stories etched in its very fabric. Immerse yourself in ancient mysteries as you gaze upon the fossil tooth of a mighty megalodon shark at Oceanopolis Brest. Feel Trotsky's presence at his desk, a symbol of revolutionary ideals that once echoed through these streets. Transport yourself back to 1901 during the exhilarating Paris-Brest Race, an epic cycling event that still ignites passion today. Witness Anastasia Bitsenko embarking on her journey to the historic Brest-Litovsk peace meeting—a pivotal moment in shaping world events. Stand in awe before Kermorvan Lighthouse in Le Conquet, guarding over Brest with unwavering strength amidst Brittany's breathtaking landscapes. Delve into local craftsmanship as yarn twisting weaves tales of tradition and skill passed down through generations. Reflect on turbulent times when buildings burned during the fateful days of Brest-Litovsk negotiations between Richard von Kuhlmann and Count von Czernin. Oceanopolis unveils another marvel—the majestic sawfish Pristis sp. , showcasing nature's diversity beneath its waves. Find solace by Petit Minou lighthouse in Plouzane; let it guide your thoughts towards tranquility amidst Brittany's rugged beauty. While our journey encompasses many facets of this remarkable city, let us not forget its name can sometimes evoke playful associations too. But beyond such whimsical notions lies a place brimming with historical significance and natural splendor—Brest invites you to explore its rich tapestry firsthand.