Leefe Collection

The Fall of the German airship L-21 by Fortunino Matania, WW1
The destruction of the German Zeppelin L-21 over Cuffley, Hertfordshire after being shot down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson on the night of 2nd/3rd September 1916

Zeppelin airship shot down, Southfields, WW1
Zeppelin (Schutte-Lanz) airship shot down by Captain William Leefe Robinson VC, as seen through a telescope from Southfields, 3 September 1916, First World War. Painting by Walter Hunt. 1916

Victoria Cross - Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson (1895-1918) (Royal Flying Corp) - awarded for most conspicuous bravery

Costume Design, 1926, (1927). Artist: Reginald Leefe
Costume Design, 1926, (1927). From Design in the Theatre edited by Geoffrey Holme. [The Studio, Ltd. London, 1927]

The Faun Who Found an English Summer Perfect
A Classical faun garbs himself in colourful flowers against an ocean backdrop

Keeping Cool in Napoleons Day
" Petit poussin ࠬ a Thermidor." A gaudy and satirical depiction of how French women of the Napoleonic Era dressed in the in the summer months

WW1 - Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson, awarded the V. C
WW1 - " Going!, Going!!, Gone!!!" Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson (1895-1918), awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to

Robinson, William Leefe, VC, fighter pilot RFC

Clearing away wreckage at Cuffley by Matania, WW1
A scene at Cuffley, Hertfordshire showing the wreckage of the L-21 German zeppelin airship brought down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson on the night of 2 September 1916

Sphere cover - Clearing away wreckage at Cuffley, WW1
A scene at Cuffley, Hertfordshire after the German L-21 airship had fallen to earth in a ball of flames, having been shot down by Lieut. William Leefe Robinson VC on the night of 2 September 1916

Zeppelin in flames as seen through telescope from Southfields, September 3rd 1916. Signed Walter Hunt.This relates to the Zeppelin raid on the night 2nd/3rd September 1916

Tatler front cover, William Leefe Robinson, V. C. WW1
Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson, a member of the RFC No. 39 Home Defence Squadron, shot down a German airship on 2nd September 1916 above Hertfordshire

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 1
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 4
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 5
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 3
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

William Leefe Robinson is awarded the Victoria Cross for destroying a Zeppelin over Cuffley, Hertfordshire, under very courageous conditions. Date: 1916

Zeppelin Downed 1916 - 2
Zeppelin L-21 is shot down over the Plough Inn, Cuffley (Herts) by lieutenant William Leefe Robinson VC. 3 September 1916

Lt. William Robinson
Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson, Englands hero of the hour, is awarded the V.C. for destroying a Zeppelin over Cuffley, Hertfordshire

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"Leefe: A Legacy of Courage and Creativity" Step into the captivating world of "Leefe", where history intertwines with artistry, bravery meets imagination, and heroes are born. From the dramatic depiction of "The Fall of the German airship L-21" by Fortunino Matania during World War I to the haunting image of a Zeppelin airship shot down over Southfields, this collection takes us on a journey through time. One figure stands out amidst these tales of valor – Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson, recipient of the prestigious Victoria Cross. His heroic actions immortalized in both costume design and artistic renderings from 1926 to 1927 showcase his indomitable spirit. As we delve deeper into this enigmatic character's life, we discover "The Faun Who Found an English Summer Perfect, " capturing Leefe's ability to find beauty even amidst chaos. Traveling further back in time, we witness how individuals coped with adversity during Napoleon's era in "Keeping Cool in Napoleon's Day. " The resilience displayed then echoes that shown by Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson as he fought valiantly during World War I. Awarded the VC for his unwavering determination and skill as a fighter pilot for RFC (Royal Flying Corps), Robinson became a symbol of hope for many. Matania's powerful artwork depicting the aftermath at Cuffley reveals not only destruction but also humanity’s resolve to rebuild what was lost. Through Sphere magazine covers showcasing wreckage clearance efforts during WWI, we gain insight into how communities rallied together despite immense challenges. Finally, our gaze is drawn towards an awe-inspiring sight – a Zeppelin engulfed in flames seen through a telescope. This poignant image encapsulates both triumph and tragedy; it represents victory over aerial threats while reminding us of lives sacrificed along the way. Intriguingly gracing Tatler front covers is none other than William Leefe Robinson, V. C. , a symbol of courage and resilience during WWI.