Succession Collection

Scenes inside the famous boot room at Anfield. Left to right are: Current Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish, coach Ronnie Moran, former manager Bob Paisley and assistant Roy Evans. 12th December 1985

Battle of Blenheim 1704
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM Brigadier Rose leads the British infantry to the assault, whilst Marlborough was leading the cavalry

The Succession in Great Britain, Showing the Union of the Crowns, late 20th century. Family tree showing the various royal houses

Duke of Marlborough
JOHN CHURCHILL, duke of MARLBOROUGH, brilliant military commander who, with prince Eugen of Savoy, defeated the French in the war of the Spanish Succession

The Interview or Miss out of her Teens, 1816 (colour etching)
XCF290984 The Interview or Miss out of her Teens, 1816 (colour etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

100 Years of the Napoleonic Code in France - 1804-1904
Postcard commemorating 100 Years of the Napoleonic Code in France - 1804-1904. A family dynasty stretching from Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) through to Victor, Prince Napoleon

Holland Submarine 1900
Irish inventor Holland, funded by the Fenians, produces a succession of successful submarines in America; the Holland is shown at anchor in New York harbour

War of Jenkins Ear
Vernon takes Porto Bello (now in Panama) from the Spanish during the War of Jenkins Ear

BATTLE OF DENAIN 1712
BATTLE OF DENAIN The French under Villars attack the allied camp and inflict a serious defeat Date: 24 July 1712

Battle of Blenheim
BATTLE OF BLENHEIM - the French commander marechal Tallard, captured, makes his submission to Marlborough. This is the decisive battle of the war

John Churchill / Miniature
JOHN CHURCHILL Duke of Marlborough, Commander in Chief over the armies of England and Holland in the war of the Spanish Succession

Charles Duke of Grafton
CHARLES FITZROY, second duke of GRAFTON grandsonn of Charles II and Barbara Villiers : statesman who held a succession of offices

War of the Spanish Succession: John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722)
531428 War of the Spanish Succession: John Churchill, Duke of Marlborough (1650-1722), mounted and holding fieled marshal's baton, at the Battle of Blenheim (Hochstadt), 13 August 1704

A naval engagement in Gabarius Bay, Cape Breton, North America in 1745 during the capture and Siege of Louisbourg
2956612 A naval engagement in Gabarius Bay, Cape Breton, North America in 1745 during the capture and Siege of Louisbourg, part of the War of the Austrian Succession, aka King George's War

War of the Spanish Succession: Battle of Blenheim (Hochstadt) 13 August 1704
531432 War of the Spanish Succession: Battle of Blenheim (Hochstadt) 13 August 1704. Eugene of Savoy (1663-1736) commander of Imperial army, bottom right points with unsheathed sword

War of Spanish Succession: Louis XIV (1638-1715) king of France from 1643, proclaiming duc d'Anjou, his grandson
530169 War of Spanish Succession: Louis XIV (1638-1715) king of France from 1643, proclaiming duc d'Anjou, his grandson, king of Spain, 16 November 1700

The Coronation of King Gustav III of Sweden. Uncompleted, from 1782 until 1793. Creator: Carl Gustaf Pilo
The Coronation of King Gustav III of Sweden. Uncompleted, from 1782 until 1793

Regent Turkish sultans, 1780s. Creator: Anon
Regent Turkish sultans, 1780s

King James II throwing Great Seal into the River Thames
King James II throwing Great Seal of England into the River Thames near Whitehall. The Seal was used for stamping the kings assent on all important documents

The Expedition to the Isle of Terceira, 1582 (fresco)
GIA780703 The Expedition to the Isle of Terceira, 1582 (fresco) by Spanish School, (16th century); Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The naval Battle of Ponta Delgada)

The Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim), Hochstadt, Germany, 13 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

Map of the Battle of Blenheim (or Blindheim), Hochstadt, Germany, 13 August 1704, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1704

The Chevalier de Saint-George of the ship Invincible surrenders his sword to Admiral Anson after the First Battle of Cape Finisterre between Great Britain and France, 14 May 1747

Kings Progress - British Royalty from William the Conqueror through to King George Vi

Kings and Queens of England, and their dynasties (coloured engraving)
5997614 Kings and Queens of England, and their dynasties (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kings and Queens of England, and their dynasties)

Liverpool manager Bill Shankly with his back room boys Bob Paisley, Reuben Bennett and Joe Fagan. 20th April 1964

summer sunrise towards the vajont valley, the Friulian Dolomites and Oltre Piave Dolomites, Pordenone, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

Beach beauty flowers thriving near the terminus of Reid Glacier, Glacier Bay

Decima to King Charles II's death by de Arenes
History of Spain. Decima to King Charles II's death by Francisco de Asprer y de Arenes. Tears of Love, shed by the eminent City of Barcelona

Lady Jane Grey becomes Queen, on 10 July 1553 Date: 1553

The Embarkation Of The Black Watch To Fontenoy
This painting depicts the Black Watch, a Scottish infantry regiment, boarding ships destined for Belgium, for the forthcoming battle of Fontenoy

Joanna la Beltraneja (1462-1530). Spanish Infanta, heiress of the Kingdom of Castile. Queen of Portugal as the wife of King Alfonso V. Illustration by Letre. Detail. Lithography

Queen Mary, wife of King George V
Queen Mary was born Mary of Teck (1867-1953). She became Queen consort and Empress of India when her husband George V acceded to the throne in 1910, until his death in 1936. Date: circa 1910

Beating the Charge at the Battle of Dettingen, 27 June 1743 Date: 1743

Prince Henry removing the crown from his father's pillow
Prince Henry (Henry V) removing the crown from his father's pillow (Henry IV). 1413

Royal Royalty British Berkshire Crowd Horses
royal, royalty, british, berkshire, crowd, horses, formal, ceremony, succession, proclaiming, accession, king, george, windsor, death, father, edward, vii, proclamation, statue, queen, victoria, may

FELIPE V INSTALLED
When Carlos II dies with no heir, the duc d'Anjou, grandson of Louis XIV, is installed as Felipe V, triggering the War of the Spanish Succession. Date: 16 November 1700

BATTLE OF MALPLAQUET The Allies under Marlborough and Prince Eugene defeat the French under Villars but with heavy losses - the 18th century's bloodiest battle Date: 11 September 1709

EDISON'S KINETOSCOPE Reproducing to the eye the effect of human motion by means of a swift and graded succession of pictures'. Date: 1894

Ceremonial bedhead made for the marriage of King Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves, 1539 (oak)
5890677 Ceremonial bedhead made for the marriage of King Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves, 1539 (oak) by English School, (16th century); 83.9x195.6x11.4 cm; Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament
3784403 Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament; (add.info.: Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament - after the picture by Laslett J. Pott)

The Holy Roman Empress Richilde of Provence in Compiegne presenting to Louis the Stammerer the crown
IND368827 The Holy Roman Empress Richilde of Provence in Compiegne presenting to Louis the Stammerer the crown and sceptre that had belonged to his father Charles II the Bald

Your Own Peter (engraving)
1050161 Your Own Peter (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Your Own Peter)

The Iris Border (colour litho)
6005995 The Iris Border (colour litho) by Stannard, Theresa Sylvester (1898-1947); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Iris Border)

Proclamation of the coronation of King Edward VII at the Royal Exchange, London (litho)
3627008 Proclamation of the coronation of King Edward VII at the Royal Exchange, London (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament
3790767 Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament; (add.info.: Maria Theresa and the Hungarian Parliament - after the engraving by Laslett J. Pott)

Study for the "Proclamation of Don Carlos"(watercolour
1217526 Study for the " Proclamation of Don Carlos" (watercolour and bodycolour over graphite) by Lewis, John Frederick (1804-76); 60.2x28.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Proclaiming king Edward VII at St Jamess Palace, 24 January 1901 (chromolitho)
610625 Proclaiming king Edward VII at St Jamess Palace, 24 January 1901 (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Succession: A Tapestry of History and Legacy" Embarking on a journey through time, we delve into the captivating concept of succession. In Great Britain, the union of crowns in the late 20th century stands as a testament to the enduring power of lineage. As we unravel this intricate narrative, one cannot ignore pivotal moments like the Battle of Blenheim in 1704, where the Duke of Marlborough's strategic brilliance shaped history. Stepping away from battlefields, scenes inside Anfield's famous boot room come alive. From left to right, these hallowed walls witnessed triumphs and failures alike - a symbol of how success can be passed down through generations. The Battle of Denain in 1712 echoes with tales of valor and sacrifice as heroes etch their names into eternity. Meanwhile, "The Interview or Miss out her Teens, " an enchanting color etching from 1816 captures a moment when destiny intertwines with opportunity for young women seeking their own path to success. Across borders, France celebrates "100 Years of the Napoleonic Code" from 1804-1904 – an enduring legacy that reshaped legal systems worldwide. Yet amidst grand historical events lie smaller yet no less significant stories such as the War of Jenkins Ear – reminding us that even seemingly minor conflicts can shape destinies. Returning to familiar ground at Blenheim Palace, John Churchill's miniature portrait reminds us that greatness often begins with humble beginnings. And while naval advancements like Holland Submarine in 1900 revolutionize warfare tactics, it is individuals like Charles Duke Grafton who steer nations towards prosperity through wise leadership choices. Intricate threads weave together this tapestry called succession – showcasing how legacies are built upon foundations laid by those who came before us, and is within these stories that we find inspiration and lessons for our own journeys towards triumph and accomplishment.