Protestants Collection

Pilgrim Fathers Depart
102 Protestants (24 of them women) leave Plymouth for America in the Mayflower. Only 35 were Puritans. The phrase Pilgrim Fathers was first used in 1799

Siege of La Rochelle (engraving)
XIR3050331 Siege of La Rochelle (engraving) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635); Musee des Plans et Reliefs, Paris, France; (add.info.: The Siege of La Rochelle (French: Le SiAšge de La Rochelle)

Siege of Londonderry
SIEGE OF LONDONDERRY A popular image depicting the successful defence of the city by the protestants against James II

Sawtre, Lollard, Burns
William Sawtre, priest of St Osyths church, London, is burnt for following the heretical views of Wyclif : he is considered to be the first Lollard martyr

Defenestration of Prague
THE DEFENESTRATION OF PRAGUE Bohemian protestants, angry when Catholics destroy two of their churches, throw royal officials from the palace windows

Illustration for Foxs Book of Martyrs, 1776 edition (engraving)
2795302 Illustration for Foxs Book of Martyrs, 1776 edition (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Defenestration of Prague
THE DEFENESTRATION OF PRAGUE Bohemian protestants, angry when Catholics destroy two of their churches, throw royal officials from the palace windows

Ceiling of the Painted Hall, 1707-14
BTN208087 Ceiling of the Painted Hall, 1707-14 by Thornhill, James (1675-1734); Royal Naval College, Greenwich, London, UK; (add.info)

Portrait of Martin Luther (1483-1546) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen
STC146192 Portrait of Martin Luther (1483-1546) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

Rioting in Belfast, Ireland in 1886
3083186 Rioting in Belfast, Ireland in 1886.; Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Century Edition of Cassell's History of England, published c. 1900).

Portrait of Martin Luther (lithograph)
6203083 Portrait of Martin Luther (lithograph); (add.info.: Martin LUTRO (10 November 1483 -18 February 1546) German theologian, initiator of the Protestant Reformation of the Church

Illustration for Six Great Events of the Last Decade, 1791. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
Illustration for Six Great Events of the Last Decade, 1791

The Arminian Serpent, 1710-1720. Creator: Anon
The Arminian Serpent, 1710-1720. Snake with severed head bearing the portrait of Oldenbarnevelt. On the body of the snake 13 circles with portraits of the conspirators against Prince Maurits

Sint-Bavo church stormed by Protestants in Haarlem, 1752. Creator: Anon
Sint-Bavo church stormed by Protestants in Haarlem, 1752. De Groote Kerk, in Haarlem, overwhelmed by soldiers, in the year 1578. Church interior of the Great Church in Haarlem, now the St

Fishing for Souls, 1614. Creator: Adriaen van de Venne
Fishing for Souls, 1614. Protestants (left) and Catholics (right) are competing for adherents by a river. The political nature of the struggle between Protestants

'The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) - Protestant Fugitives"; after M Leloir. 1890. Creator: Unknown
'The Revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) - Protestant Fugitives"; after M Leloir. 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

The Defenestration of Prague, 23 May 1618, (1936). Creator: Unknown
The Defenestration of Prague, 23 May 1618, (1936). Der Fenstersturz in Prag, 23 Mai 1618. The Second Defenestration of Prague

Dragoons and Highlanders scattering the Rioters in Belfast. Accordingly, the 4th Dragoon Guards and the 78th Highlanders, accompanied by the Royal Antrim Rifles were marched to Durham Street

The martyrdom of Jan Hus, Czech religious leader, seized despite promise of safe conduct, and burnt for heresy. Date: 1415

A scene from The Belfast Riots of 1886
3062073 A scene from The Belfast Riots of 1886. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Century Edition of Cassell's History of England, published c. 1900)

A Protestant Family during Dinner, 1583 (oil on panel)
490306 A Protestant Family during Dinner, 1583 (oil on panel) by Flemish School, (16th century); 108x213 cm; Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Atrocities committed against Irish Protestants by James II and the Comte d Avaux, 1689 (engraving)
3646864 Atrocities committed against Irish Protestants by James II and the Comte d Avaux, 1689 (engraving) by German School

The cruelty of Protestants under the Baron des Adrets in the 16th century
884562 The cruelty of Protestants under the Baron des Adrets in the 16th century, from an illustrated edition of L Histoire de France de Jean Michelet (colour litho) by Bombled

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Protestants: A Journey of Faith, Struggle, and Resilience From the Siege of La Rochelle to the Siege of Londonderry, they have long been at the forefront of historical events that shaped our world. Their story is one filled with determination, sacrifice, and a quest for religious freedom. The engraving depicting the Siege of La Rochelle serves as a powerful reminder of the Protestant resistance against Catholic oppression during the 17th century. This event marked a turning point in history as it showcased their unwavering faith and willingness to defend their beliefs. Similarly, the Pilgrim Fathers Depart painting captures another significant moment in Protestant history - their voyage to America in search of religious liberty. These brave souls left behind everything they knew to establish colonies where they could freely practice their faith without persecution. Throughout centuries, notable figures like Sawtre, Lollard, and Burns emerged as champions for Protestantism. They fearlessly challenged established norms and fought against corruption within religious institutions. Their courage paved the way for future reformers who would follow in their footsteps. One cannot discuss Protestantism without mentioning Martin Luther - an iconic figure whose portrait from Memoirs of the Court Queen showcases his influential role in sparking the Reformation movement. Luther's bold actions ignited a fire that spread across Europe and forever changed Christianity. The Defenestration of Prague stands out as an extraordinary event that symbolizes both political unrest and religious tensions between Catholics and Protestants during this era. It was an act that demonstrated how far people were willing to go to protect their beliefs. In more recent times, we witness Dragoons and Highlanders scattering rioters in Belfast; this image reminds us that even today conflicts rooted in religion persist but also highlights how law enforcement plays its part by maintaining peace amidst chaos. However, not all stories end happily; Jan Hus's martyrdom serves as a tragic reminder of those who paid the ultimate price for their Protestant faith.