Versus Collection (page 5)

Boxing match between Jack Randall and Martin the Baker, 1821: contemporary English etching
BOXING MATCH, 1821. Boxing match between Jack Randall and Martin the Baker, 1821: contemporary English etching

Silent Film Still: Boxing

American doctor. Sheppard puts a headlock on trainer George Strickland during his wrestling career. Photographed 1969
SAMUEL HOLMES SHEPPARD (1923-1970). American doctor. Sheppard puts a headlock on trainer George Strickland during his wrestling career. Photographed 1969

Jake Kilrain (left) and John L. Sullivan in the 75-round contest (8 July 1889) at Richburg, Mississippi
SULLIVAN & KILRAIN FIGHT. Jake Kilrain (left) and John L. Sullivan in the 75-round contest (8 July 1889) at Richburg, Mississippi

American boxer. Jack Dempsey and Jack Sharkey in the second round of their heavyweight boxing match at Yankee Stadium
JACK DEMPSEY (1895-1983). American boxer. Jack Dempsey and Jack Sharkey in the second round of their heavyweight boxing match at Yankee Stadium, 21 July 1927

Oscar Battling Nelson (left) fighting Billy Hurley at Hammond, Indiana, on 14 June 1902
NELSON VS. HURLEY, 1902. Oscar Battling Nelson (left) fighting Billy Hurley at Hammond, Indiana, on 14 June 1902. Nelson won the decision in the 6th round

TOMMY BURNS (1881-1955). Canadian heavyweight boxer. Burns, left, photographed sparring, c1915

A Japanese sumo wrestler defeats a foreign opponent in Yokohama. Woodblock print, 1861, by Ipposai Hoto
JAPAN: SUMO WRESTLING. A Japanese sumo wrestler defeats a foreign opponent in Yokohama. Woodblock print, 1861, by Ipposai Hoto

Thomas Molineaux (African-American, left) and Thomas Cribb (Englishman) in the 11-round contest at Thistleton Gap
BOXING: CRIBB v. MOLINEAUX. Thomas Molineaux (African-American, left) and Thomas Cribb (Englishman) in the 11-round contest at Thistleton Gap, England, won by Cribb in 19 minutes, ten seconds

7th President of the United States. Jacksons fatal duel with Charles Dickenson on May 30, 1806: wood engraving
ANDREW JACKSON (1767-1845). 7th President of the United States. Jacksons fatal duel with Charles Dickenson on May 30, 1806: wood engraving, 19th century

Thanks, Mr Tilden. I have promised to dance this set with Mr Hayes. An 1877 American cartoon on the contested
ELECTION CARTOON, 1877. Thanks, Mr Tilden. I have promised to dance this set with Mr Hayes. An 1877 American cartoon on the contested Rutherford B. Hayes vs

ELECTION CARTOON, 1877. Thanks, Mr Tilden. I have promised to dance this set with Mr Hayes. An 1877 American cartoon on the contested Rutherford B. Hayes vs

THE FIGHT FOR THE STANDARD. Oil on canvas, 1865, by an unknown artist

SCIENCE VS. MOTHER GOOSE. Wood engraving, American, 1876, after David Hunter Strother (known as Porte Crayon)

PRINCETON VS. YALE, 1889. The intercollegiate championship game between Princeton and Yale held at Berkeley Oval, New York, on Thanksgiving Day, 1889, won by Princeton 10 to 0

PRINCETON VS. YALE, 1889. The inter-collegiate championship game between Princeton and Yale held at Berkeley Oval, New York, on Thanksgiving Day, 1889, won by Princeton 10 to 0

YALE vs. PRINCETON, 1879. Ivy League football game, 27 November 1879. Wood engraving, from a contemporary American newspaper

Commercial might versus divine right

Justice versus prejudice

Scotland versus England, 1883
An international football match at Sheffield, 1883. Scotland defeated England with three goals to two. 1883

Luxuries versus lifeboats. Illustration shows an ocean liner sinking amid icebergs with many passengers jumping into the sea for lack of enough lifeboats

Wales versus Australia at Wembley, 1930
Vigorous defending by the Australian side during the first rugby league match to be played at Wembley Stadium in January 1930. Date: 1930

Abdiel Versus Satan
ABDIEL leads those angels which have remained faithful to God against the rebel angels led by Satan

Herakles Versus Hydra
He slays the Hydra of Lerna, one of his Twelve Labours

Dwarf Versus Genius
Born a genius - the world ignores you : born a dwarf - the world applauds and rewards you ! Date: 1847

1863 Kingsley Water Babies gorilla
In 1863 churchman Charles Kingsley wrote " The Waterbabies" a moralising tale that included human do-as-you-likes de-evolving back to apes (and further) because of their careless ways

1869 Galton signature Hereditary Genius
Signed letter from London Institution and first edition frontis of Francis Galtons 1869 book " Hereditary Genius"

1869 Galton cover for Hereditary Genius
Embossed gilded cover design for Francis Galtons 1869 book " Hereditary Genius". The design shows lines of descent across five generations

MONITOR AND MERRIMACK. The naval duel between the Union Monitor and the Confederate Merrimack at Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862. Contemporary lithograph by Currier & Ives

Englands test match victory: meeting the King
The King present at the second England versus Australia test match. King George V with the Australian team, shaking hands with Bradman, the famous Australian batsman

The Inter-varsity boat-race: The Crews at Practice
The Oxford rowing team practising for the 1897 Oxford versus Cambridge Boat Race

Herakles Versus Achelous
Herakles and the river-god Achelous, both enamoured of Dejanira, fight : though Achelous changes shape to dragon and bull, Herakles is the ultimate victor

Cavalry Versus Tanks
Poland : German tanks invading Poland are confronted by gloriously heroic but sadly ineffectual cavalry

Bismarck Versus the Pope
Bismarck versus the pope : Germany will support Alfonso only if he tolerates protestants : the pope insists that the pro-Catholic status quo be maintained. Date: April 1875

Gideon Versus Midianites
Gideon, 5th judge of Israel, equips his army with lamps covered with pitchers, to frighten their Midianite opponents

Magic Versus Sanctity
A magical contest between Simon Magus, representing magic, and the saints Peter and Paul : the saints won, of course, so Simon converted to Christianity

Sport / American Football
HARVARD versus YALE

Railway Versus Road
A horse-drawn carriers wagon: railway versus road

Man versus robot in Revolt of the Robots
REVOLT OF THE ROBOTS (Arthur R Tofte) Man finds himself challenged by the machines he himself created

Colombian Civil War
The Insurgents versus the Regulars in the Colombian Civil War

Rugby / England-Scotland
England versus Scotland at Kennington Oval, London : the last scrimmage : England win by two goals to one (under the old system of scoring)

Rugby / England V. Ireland
England versus Ireland at Richmond Date: 1898

Satire on Russian View
A satirical view of the Russian Imperial (and rather superior) outlook on Europe - the republics of Europe versus the Desert of Russia

Titans Versus Gods
The Titans challenge the Gods for supremacy, but are defeated

Americans Versus Uboats
Uncle Sam, assisted by Labor, cut the German U-boat menace down to size. (America had entered the war by this time.)

English Versus French
Two polite nations: English versus French at the time of the Napoleonic Wars

Gladiators / Sword & Net
A swordsman versus a net- thrower on open ground

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"Clash of Titans: Unforgettable Versus Moments Throughout History" OLYMPICS: WRESTLING, 1972 - The intense battle between Dan Gable (USA) and Kikuo Wada (Japan) during the Summer Olympics in Munich showcased the true spirit of competition. KILRAIN VS. SULLIVAN, 1889 - Witnessing John L. Sullivan's knockout victory over Jake Kilrain in their legendary bare-knuckle fight at Richburg, Mississippi was a testament to Sullivan's unmatched strength and determination. George Bellows: Dempsey and Firpo, 1924 - Bellows' lithograph immortalized the epic boxing match between Jack Dempsey and Luis Ángel Firpo, capturing the raw power exchanged within the ring. Art / Hogarth / Roast Beef - In this iconic painting by William Hogarth, two men engage in a humorous yet symbolic "versus" scenario as they debate over a plate of roast beef, representing societal divisions. Cowboy Versus Horse - The timeless struggle between man and beast is beautifully depicted in this captivating image that encapsulates the wild west spirit. Oxford V Cambridge 1958 & 1949 - The annual boat race rivalry between these prestigious universities has become an emblematic clash of intellects on London's River Thames. A thrust in epee or foil fencing - This intricate copper engraving from mid-18th century France showcases the precision and skill required for success in competitive fencing matches. Oscar Battling Nelson practicing in 1920 – As American lightweight champion from 1908-1910, Nelson's dedication to his craft shines through as he hones his skills for future battles inside the squared circle. England V Italy 1934 – Football fans witnessed an unforgettable showdown when these two nations clashed on Italian soil during one of history's most memorable World Cup matches. JOHNSON VS.