Flagship Collection (page 2)

"Council of War aboard "The Seven Provinces", the Flagship of Michiel Adriaensz de Ruyter, 10 June 1666, preceding the Four Days Battle: episode from the Second Anglo-Dutch War"

Dutch Ships in the Roads of Texel; in the middle the Gouden Leeuw, the Flagship of... 1671. Creator: Ludolf Bakhuizen
Dutch Ships in the Roads of Texel; in the middle the Gouden Leeuw, the Flagship of Cornelis Tromp, 1671

Captured English Ships after the Four Days Battle, c.1666. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger
Captured English Ships after the Four Days Battle, c.1666

The Capture of the Royal Prince, c.1670. Creator: Willem van de Velde the Younger
The Capture of the Royal Prince, c.1670

Christian IV Aboard his Flagship "The Trinity" ("Trefoldigheden"), 1782
Christian IV Aboard his Flagship "The Trinity";Christian IV on board "Trefoldigheden", 1782

The Neptune, Admiral Corry's Flag-Ship, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Neptune, Admiral Corry's Flag-Ship, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

The Visit of the French Fleet: Admiral Gervais on the Bridge of the "Marengo", 1891
'The Visit of the French Fleet: Admiral Gervais on the Bridge of the "Marengo"drawn from life, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44

'The "Marengo" Saluting HM The Queen off Osborne, 1891. Creator: Michael Biddulph
'The "Marengo" Saluting HM The Queen off Osborne, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

State of the English Nation [Toestand der Engelsche Natie], ca. 1780. Creator: Anon
State of the English Nation [Toestand der Engelsche Natie], ca. 1780

Maximilian Graf von Spee, German admiral, WW1
MAXIMILIAN JOHANNES MARIA HUBERT VON SPEE (GRAF) German admiral - he sank with his flagship Scharnhorst during the First World War. Date: 1861 - 1914

H. M. S. Victory, 1936. Creator: Unknown
H.M.S." Victory", 1936. HMS Victory was a first rate ship of the line of the Royal Navy, built between 1759 and 1765. She was Nelsons flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

The Ark Royal, 1588. The Ark Royal was an English galleon originally ordered by Sir Walter Raleigh and later purchased for the Tudor navy

RMS Majestic, White Star Line steamship, c1920s. Artist: Kingsway
RMS Majestic, White Star Line steamship, c1920s. Built in Germany as the SS Bismarck, this was the largest ship in the world when she was launched in 1914

HMS Victory in Portsmouth Harbor, Hampshire, England

HMS Victory in the 1920s

HMS Cairo, Flagship of Rear-Admiral G. H. Borrett, C. B
HMS Cairo (D87), Flagship of Rear-Admiral G. H. Borrett, C.B. Date: 1919

Union Jack And H. M. S. Victory
A pair of wartime illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image a naval Union Jack flag, while the right picture shows H.M.S

Airship Hindenburg, American Airlines, luggage label
Airship Hindenburg, luggage label, with American AirLines as Exclusive Connecting Service'. Pictures Hindenburg flying westbound

HMS Leviathan, Drake-class armoured cruiser
Royal Navy - HMS Hornet, an Acheron-class Destroyer that served during the First World War and was sold for breaking in 1921. She was the seventh Royal Navy ship to be named Hornet

HMS Swiftsure - Swiftsure-class pre-dreadnought battleship
Royal Navy - HMS Swiftsure, the lead ship of the Swiftsure-class pre-dreadnought battleship, moored up. Originally known as Constitucion, ordered by the Chilean Navy

British sailors decorating the Victory on the anniversary
British sailors decorating the deck of H.M.S. Victory, Nelson's flagship, on the anniversary of his death on 21 October 1805

Board Hms Victory Anniversary Nelson Death Iln
board, hms, victory, anniversary, nelson, death, iln, import, 21, dec, 07, 28, october, 1876, flagship, battle, trafalgar, 1805, state, barge, george, iii, carried, body, somerset, house, deck, guns

The Battle of Camperdown: Dutch Ships Escaping, 11th October 1797 (oil on canvas)
5322270 The Battle of Camperdown: Dutch Ships Escaping, 11th October 1797 (oil on canvas) by Huggins, William John (1781-1845); 119.4x180.3

The deposition of Phocas 610 AD
908879 The deposition of Phocas 610 AD by Weatherstone, A.C. (fl.1888-1929); (add.info.: Hutchinsons History of the Nations published Hutchinson & Co circa 1920)

Mal Lui Veut Mal Lui Tourne Dit Le Bonne Homme Richard, ca. 1780. ca. 1780. Creator: Anon
Mal Lui Veut Mal Lui Tourne Dit Le Bonne Homme Richard, ca. 1780

State of the English Nation, ca. 1780. ca. 1780. Creator: Anon
State of the English Nation, ca. 1780

State of the English Nation, August 1, 1778. August 1, 1778. Creator: Anon
State of the English Nation, August 1, 1778

Flagship Uberalles, Cenkos Queen Mother Champion Chase Cheltenham Festival 2002 Cheltenham Racecourse, Cheltenham 13 March 2002 Date: 13 March 2002

Flagship Uberalles Ridden By J.Tizzard 22 March 1999 Date: 22 March 1999

Viking Flagship Ridden By Adrian Maguire 08 May 1994 Date: 08 May 1994

The USS Oregon joins the fleet and salutes the flagship - Scanned 1899 Engraving

3c Flagship of Columbus single, 1893. Creator: Unknown
3c Flagship of Columbus single, 1893

HMS Victory, 1806 (w / c on paper)
XCF274342 HMS Victory, 1806 (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: under sail from Portsmouth to the Downs with the corpse of the immortal Horatio Nelson)

The Battle on the Slaak between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets during the Night of 12-13
3704128 The Battle on the Slaak between the Dutch and Spanish Fleets during the Night of 12-13 September 1631, 1633 (oil on canvas) by Vlieger, Simon Jacobsz

Naval battle near Gibraltar on 25th April 1607, 1639 (oil on canvas)
3545922 Naval battle near Gibraltar on 25th April 1607, 1639 (oil on canvas) by Willaerts, Adam (1577-1669); 136x204.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Storming St Sebastian, 1814 (watercolour)
3744621 Storming St Sebastian, 1814 (watercolour) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Siege of San SebastiAan (July-September 1813)

Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: Santa Maria, the Flagship of Columbus (b / w photo)
6012876 Chicago Worlds Fair, 1893: Santa Maria, the Flagship of Columbus (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Santa Maria)

HMS Victory flying Nelsons famous signal (photo)
5987069 HMS Victory flying Nelsons famous signal (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Victory flying Nelsons famous signal)

Opp. p. 36. In Rio Janeiro, looking towards the Entrance. 1787 (Call No
5670843 Opp. p. 36. In Rio Janeiro, looking towards the Entrance. 1787 (Call No.: ML Safe 1/14 o), c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Opp. p. 13. Sirius, Supply & Convoy: Needle Point ENE 3 miles. Hyaena in Companny
5670840 Opp. p. 13. Sirius, Supply & Convoy: Needle Point ENE 3 miles. Hyaena in Companny. 13 May 1787, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Opp. p. 37. Villyanon, Convent del Gloria to the Aqueduct. Rio Janeiro 1787, c
5670842 Opp. p. 37. Villyanon, Convent del Gloria to the Aqueduct. Rio Janeiro 1787, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Opp. p. 299. Jamess Valley St Helena 1792, c. 1802 (w / c)
5670873 Opp. p. 299. Jamess Valley St Helena 1792, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Opp. p. 225. Governors House at Sydney, Port Jackson 1791, c. 1802 (w / c)
5670868 Opp. p. 225. Governors House at Sydney, Port Jackson 1791, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Opp. p. 150. Ice Islands thro which the Sirius sailed December 14 1788 off Cape
5670860 Opp. p. 150. Ice Islands thro which the Sirius sailed December 14 1788 off Cape Horn, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

Opp. p. 70. First interview with the Native Women at Port Jackson New South
5670852 Opp. p. 70. First interview with the Native Women at Port Jackson New South Wales, c.1802 (w/c) by Bradley, William (1757-1833); Mitchell Library

The Bombardment of Malaxa on 23 March, the International Fleet shelling the Insurgents in the Blockhouse (litho)
1036870 The Bombardment of Malaxa on 23 March, the International Fleet shelling the Insurgents in the Blockhouse (litho) by Wyllie

The Coronation in Norway (engraving)
1620851 The Coronation in Norway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation in Norway. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 August 1873)

The battlecruiser Indomitable towing the wounded battlecruiser Lion after the Battle of Dogger Bank
976469 The battlecruiser Indomitable towing the wounded battlecruiser Lion after the Battle of Dogger Bank, 24 January 1915 (colour litho) by Dixon

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"Flagship: A Symbol of Power, Resilience, and Legacy" The term "flagship" evokes images of grandeur and significance in the maritime world. From historic vessels like HMS Victory to modern icons such as the QE2, these ships have left an indelible mark on history. HMS Victory stands tall as a testament to British naval supremacy. As Admiral Lord Nelson's flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar, it played a pivotal role in securing victory against Napoleon's forces. Its towering masts proudly displayed flags that symbolized courage and determination. Speaking of flags, they hold immense importance aboard flagships. They communicate messages with precision and clarity. Nelson's famous quote, "England expects that every man will do his duty, " was signaled from HMS Victory before the decisive battle commenced. Moving forward in time, we encounter the majestic QE2 - a floating palace that epitomized luxury travel for decades. This iconic ship transported passengers across oceans while embodying elegance and sophistication. Not all they are built for peaceful voyages; some endure harsh conditions in times of conflict. H. M. S Warspite proved its mettle during both World Wars, surviving relentless attacks with unwavering resilience. In extreme environments like Antarctica, The Endurance showcased bravery amidst adversity when Sir Ernest Shackleton led his crew through treacherous ice-filled waters on their ill-fated expedition. Even landlocked places can boast flagships; Blackpool houses Nelson's Flagship Foudroyant – a proud reminder of Britain's naval heritage nestled away from open seas but still captivating visitors with its historical allure. Beyond ships themselves, other entities have adopted this term to represent excellence or prominence. In 1929 Buick advertisement proclaimed their car as the "flagship" model – an embodiment of style and innovation within their fleet. Sometimes flagships become intertwined with tragic events.