Corunna Collection

Recruiting poster for the 7th Regiment of Light Dragoons
Recruiting poster for the 7th (or The Queen?s Own) Regiment of (Light Dragoons), 1809.The 7th (or The Queen?s Own) Regiment of (Light Dragoons) had served in Sir John Moore

Death of Sir John Moore, 17 Jan 1809. Aquatint by T Sutherland, after W Heath, published by J Jenkins, 2 Jan 1815. At the Battle of Corunna, Peninsular War (1808-1814)

Carved column of the monastery of San Pelayo de Antealtares - Column of San Paio de Antealtares. 12th c
CUL4869293 Carved column of the monastery of San Pelayo de Antealtares - Column of San Paio de Antealtares. 12th c. Romanesque art. Relief on rock. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

John Moore (1761-1809) Scottish-born British soldier: Lieut-General, c.1885 (engraving)
536575 John Moore (1761-1809) Scottish-born British soldier: Lieut-General, c.1885 (engraving); (add.info.: Defeated Soult at Corunna (La Coruna) 16 January 1809 but fatally wounded

CASTELAO, Daniel Alfonso Rodriguez (1886-1950). Spanish narrator, humourist, draughtsman
CUL4866148 CASTELAO, Daniel Alfonso Rodriguez (1886-1950). Spanish narrator, humourist, draughtsman, anthropologist and politician. Spanish Civil War (1936-1939)

Napoleonic Wars: Peninsular Campaign, Battle of Corunna. Hand-coloured engraving
531476 Napoleonic Wars: Peninsular Campaign, Battle of Corunna. Hand-coloured engraving.; (add.info.: Peninsular Campaign, Battle of Corunna (La Coruna) Spain, 16 January 1809, viewed from the sea

The Battle of Corunna
2910927 The Battle of Corunna; (add.info.: 1809 Engraving depicting the Battle of Corunna, took place on 16 January 1809, when a French corps under Marshal of the Empire Nicolas Jean de Dieu Soult)

Safe. 16th century. Spain
Safe. 16th century. Cast iron and fretwork. Maria Pita House-Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain

Small amphoras. 16th-18th centuries. Maria Pita House Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain (From the Archaeological Museum of A Coruna)

Nautical astrolabe, 1571. Spain
Nautical astrolabe, 1571. Maria Pita House Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain

Astronomical astrolabe, 1598. Maria Pita House Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain

Ballestilla. 16th century
Ballestilla (Jacob's staff). Navigational instrument used to calculate the height of the sun and other celestial bodies over the horizon for use in nautical navigation. 16th century

Maria Pita (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. Anonymous portrait
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. King Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna in 1589 against the attack of the English

Maria Pita - Spanish heroine. Memorial of Maria Pita
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. King Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna in 1589 against the attack of the English

Maria Pita - Spanish heroine
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna against the attack of the English Armada in 1589

Maria Pita - Spanish heroine. Death Certificate
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. King Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna against the attack of the English Armada

Letter sent by King Philip II to City Council of La Coruna
Philip II (1527-1598). King of Spain. Letter sent by King Philip II to the City Council of La Coruna thanking the city for its resistance to the English siege

Siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589
Diary and relation of the siege of Corunna by the English Armada, 1589, by Captain Juan Varela. Manuscript, facsimile of the 19th century. From the Royal Galician Academy. Maria Pita House Museum

Maria Pita House Museum. Exterior facade. Corunna, Galicia, Spain

Spain, Galicia, Santiago de Compostela. Cathedral of Santiago. Mondragon Chapel or Chapel of Piety. Built between 1521 and 1526 by Jacome Garcia

Castro of Barona. Iron Age Settlement, 1st century BC-1st century AD. Galicia, province of La Coruna, Spain. Date: 2014

Republican Submarine B. 6 off Corunna; Spanish Civil War, 1
Photograph showing the Republican Government's submarine B.6 on the surface, viewed from the deck of the Nationalist cruiser Velasco, off Corunna, 10th September 1936

Corunna (engraving)
3654890 Corunna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Corunna. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

Burial of Sir John Moore AD 1809
1192505 Burial of Sir John Moore AD 1809 by Hardy, Paul (1862-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassells History of England published by Cassell and Company circa 1920 s); British

Battle of Corunna (Battle of Elvina), Galicia, Spain, 16 January 1809, part of the Peninsular War (1807-1814). It was fought by Great Britain and Spain against France. Date: 1809

Sir John Moore at Corunna, 1809 (engraving)
671038 Sir John Moore at Corunna, 1809 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Moore at Corunna, 1809)

The Harbours of Ferrol, Corunna and Betanzos (engraving)
3653993 The Harbours of Ferrol, Corunna and Betanzos (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harbours of Ferrol, Corunna and Betanzos)

Saluting the "Euryalus"at Corunna (engraving)
1619463 Saluting the " Euryalus" at Corunna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saluting the " Euryalus" at Corunna)

The Gordon Highlanders and their Doughty Deeds of the Past (litho)
1598053 The Gordon Highlanders and their Doughty Deeds of the Past (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Burial of Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore (1761-1809), commander of the British forces during the Spanish War (1808-1809), killed in the Battle of Corunna on 16 January 1809

The Burial Of Sir John Moore (colour litho)
3651559 The Burial Of Sir John Moore (colour litho) by Rainey, William (1852-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burial Of Sir John Moore)

Battles of the British Army, Corunna, carrying Sir John Moore from the Battle-Field (litho)
1100187 Battles of the British Army, Corunna, carrying Sir John Moore from the Battle-Field (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battles of the British Army, Corunna, the 42nd Highlanders driving the French out of Elvina (engraving)
1100578 Battles of the British Army, Corunna, the 42nd Highlanders driving the French out of Elvina (engraving) by Woodville

Charge of the 7th Light Dragoons at Corunna (litho)
1100171 Charge of the 7th Light Dragoons at Corunna (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charge of the 7th Light Dragoons at Corunna)

Death of Sir John Moore
LLM338190 Death of Sir John Moore by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of Sir John Moore. Pictures of English History published by George Routledge & Sons c 1890)

Battles of the British Army, Corunna (engraving)
1100186 Battles of the British Army, Corunna (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battles of the British Army, Corunna)

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar HS6 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar HS6 5

Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, 1761 To 1809. British Soldier And General. From The Book How England Saved Europe, The Story Of The Great War, 1793-1815 Published 1909

Map Showing The Site Of The Battle Of Corunna, Galicia, Spain, 16 January 1809. From The Book How England Saved Europe, The Story Of The Great War, 1793-1815 Published 1909

Francisco Franco
General Francisco Franco visiting the works of Valle de los Ca�s (Valley of the Fallen)

Grave of Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, La Coruna, Spain
The Grave of Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore - British Soldier and General (1761-1809) at the San Carlos Garden, A Coruna (La Coruna or Corunna), Galicia, Spain

Sir John Hope / Craig
SIR JOHN HOPE 4TH EARL OF HOPETOUN British military commander during the Napoleonic War Date: 1765 - 1823

SPAIN. Santiago de Compostela. Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. High Altar (18th c.). Baroque art. Sculpture

MATEO, Maestro (1161-1217). Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Portico da Gloria. 1168-1188. SPAIN. Santiago de Compostela. Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Romanesque art. Sculpture on rock

Finding Tranquility
Tower of Hercules, Spain

Death of Sir John Moore at the Battle of Corunna, January 16Th, 1809, Galicia, Spain
DEATH OF SIR JOHN MOORE AT THE BATTLE OF CORUNNA, JANUARY 16TH, 1809, Galicia, Spain. The Battle of Corunna (or La Corunna, La Corogne) took place on 16 January 1809

Thomas Graham, Baron Lynedoch (1748-1843) c. 1769 (oil on canvas)
XYC142597 Thomas Graham, Baron Lynedoch (1748-1843) c.1769 (oil on canvas) by Allan, David (1744-96); 138.4x98.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Lighthouse Tower of Hercules
Corunna, Galicia, Spain, 2011

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"Unveiling the Rich History of Corunna: A Journey through Time" Step into the captivating world of Corunna, a city steeped in history and brimming with tales of valor, heroism, and maritime glory. This recruiting poster for the 7th Regiment of Light Dragoons serves as a reminder of the brave souls who once marched through these streets, ready to defend their homeland. The death of Sir John Moore echoes through time, forever etching his name in Corunna's annals. His sacrifice on these very grounds stands as a testament to unwavering courage and devotion to duty. Transport yourself back to the safe haven that was 16th-century Spain. Explore artifacts such as small amphoras that whisper stories from centuries past - vessels that carried precious cargo across treacherous seas. Behold the intricate beauty of a nautical astrolabe from 1571, an instrument that guided sailors through uncharted waters. Its counterpart, an astronomical astrolabe from 1598, reveals how ancient mariners navigated by celestial bodies under vast night skies. Discover the ballestilla - a weapon synonymous with warfare during the 16th century. Feel its weight in your hands and imagine battles fought within these very walls. Meet Maria Pita – Spanish heroine whose bravery knew no bounds. An anonymous portrait immortalizes her spirit while monuments dedicated to her remind us all of her indomitable strength. Delve deeper into Maria Pita's legacy as you uncover her death certificate – proof that even in passing she remains an inspiration for generations to come. Finally, read King Philip II's letter sent to La Coruna's City Council; witness firsthand his recognition and admiration for this remarkable city nestled along Spain's rugged coastlines. Corunna beckons you with open arms – inviting you on an extraordinary journey where history intertwines with modernity. Come discover why this enchanting city has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of time.