Wellesley Collection (page 3)

Antique painting illustration: Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington

The Duke of Wellingtons duel with the Earl of Winchilsea, Battersea Fields, London, 1829 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Meeting of Wellington and Blucher after the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (c1890). Creator
Meeting of Wellington and Blucher after the Battle of Waterloo, 1815 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. c1897. Creator: Unknown
Wellesley College, Wellesley, Mass. c1897. A private womens liberal arts college in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Founded in 1870 by Henry

Accession of King George V, 1910. Creator: Unknown
Accession of King George V, 1910. Proclaiming the King from the Royal Exchange: The great crowd watching the ceremony on Monday morning

The Marquis of Wellesley, 1833. Creator: Richard James Lane
The Marquis of Wellesley, 1833. Portrait of Richard Colley Wesley, later Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley. The Marquess (1760-1842) was the brother of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington

The Battle of Vittoria, June 21 - 1813, (19th century). Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Vittoria, June 21 - 1813, (19th century). At the Battle of Vitoria in Spain, British, Portuguese and Spanish forces under the Duke of Wellington broke the French army under Joseph

View from Mont St. Jean of The Battle of Waterloo... 1815, (c1816). Creator: Unknown
View from Mont St. Jean of The Battle of Waterloo at the commencement of the grand Charge made on the French at 7 o clock in the Evening of the 18th June 1815, (c1816)

Lion de Waterloo, mid 19th century. Creator: Vanderhecht
Lion de Waterloo, mid 19th century. War memorial on the site of the Battle of Waterloo in Belgium, fought on 8 June 1815 between Napoleons forces

Prend moi tel que je suis, 1834. Creator: IB Brookes
Prend moi tel que je suis, 1834. ( Take me as I am ). Ah. Doura - glad to see you _ knew you would not form the new administration without me - Well what am I fit for eh

Old Mews Said To Have Been The Iron Dukes Stables at Knightsbridge, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Old Mews Said To Have Been The Iron Dukes Stables at Knightsbridge, c1935. Stables at Old Barrack Yard, west London, supposedly used by the Duke of Wellington

Triumphal Arch Moved from Hyde Park to Constitution Hill, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Triumphal Arch Moved from Hyde Park to Constitution Hill, c1935. View of the Wellington Arch, a triumphal arch in central London

The Bank, 1927. Creator: William Walcot
The Bank, 1927. From " Disappearing London", by E. Beresford Chancellor, edited by Geoffrey Holme. [" The Studio" Limited, London, 1927]

Piccadilly and the Quadriga of Constitution Hill, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Piccadilly and the Quadriga of Constitution Hill, c1935. View of the Wellington Arch, a triumphal arch in central London between Hyde Park and Green Park

Hyde Park Corner With The Triple Archway Leading To The Royal Park Showing Apsley House, c1935. Apsley House in London was originally built by Robert Adam in 1771-1778

A Contrast, c1838. Creator: Unknown
A Contrast, c1838. Political satire depicting British politicians: Henry Brougham, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux (1778-1868), William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne (1779-1848), and Arthur Wellesley

A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Creator: John Doyle
A Poney Race for a Saddle (a Seat) at Cambridge, 1834. Satirical scene showing British politicians as horses and jockeys in a race: Leader of the Whigs Charles Grey

Up, Guards and at them!, 1899. Creator: Richard Caton Woodville II
Up Guards and at them!, 1899. Drummer-boy leading a charge of British soldiers, scene based on a quote by the Duke of Wellington: Up, Guards, and at them again

Frozen Out, c1830. Creator: Unknown
Frozen Out, c1830. No more Cabbage all the Salary nipped - caricature of British politicians Sir Robert Peel (1788-1850), dressed as a policeman and wearing a gardeners apron

Statue of Lord Wellesley, 1925. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Lord Wellesley, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Wellesley Cottage, Wellesley, Massachusetts, USA, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Wellesley Cottage, Wellesley, Massachusetts, USA, c1900. Founded in 1870 as the Wellesley Female Seminary, the college was both an academic building and residential building

Lord Wellesley Reviewing the Body Guard at Ballygunje, c1770, (c19250. Creator: Unknown
Lord Wellesley Reviewing the Body Guard at Ballygunje, c1770, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston

Lord Wellesley as Governor General, 1800, 1925. Creator: Unknown
Lord Wellesley as Governor General, 1800, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Wellingtons March from Quatre Bras to Waterloo, 1815, (c1878), (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Wellingtons March from Quatre Bras to Waterloo, 1815, (c1878), (c1902). After a painting in the Museums Sheffield collection

Field-Marshal Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, c1810, (1896). Artist: R. G
Field-Marshal Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, c1810, (1896). Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, British soldier and statesman

Women admiring the statue of Achilles, Hyde Park, London, 1822. Artist
Women admiring the statue of Achilles, Hyde Park, London, 1822. Satirical cartoon showinf back and front views of women admiring Achilles. The first word is Backside with the side scored through

Summer Fashions for 1838, c1838. Fashions for the summer season displayed on figures in Windsor Great Park, Berkshire. In the centre Queen Victoria and the Duke of Wellington exercise on horseback

The Mall and Waterloo Place, Westminster, London, c1845. Artist: Thomas Allom
The Mall and Waterloo Place, Westminster, London, c1845. View showing the suggested site for the Duke of Wellingtons statue. The Duke of Yorks Column is in the background

The Duke of Wellington riding past the Achilles statue in Hyde Park, London, 1844

Hyde Park Corner, Westminster, London, c1860. Artist
Hyde Park Corner, Westminster, London, c1860. The Wellington Arch viewed from the north-east with St Georges Hospital and Knightsbridge in the background

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert taking air in Hyde Park, London, c1840. The royal couple passing Richard Westmacotts statue of Achilles, erected in honour of the Duke of Wellington

The Park. Twas post meridian half past four, c1827. Scene in Hyde Park, London, with horses, riders and coaches standing around the statue of Achilles by Richard Westmacott

Apsley House, Hyde Park, London, 1823. Artist
Apsley House, Hyde Park, London, 1823. View with two riders and dogs on the left and a woman and child on the right. Apsley House, also known as Number One, London

View of the statue of Achilles, Hyde Park, London, 1822. The statue, by Richard Westmacott, was erected in the park in 1822 in honour of the Duke of Wellington

New version of John Gilpin, after Stothard, 1846. Sir Robert Peel, shedding a hat inscribed Toryism and a wig inscribed Conservative, and with a purse, Income Tax

The Looking Glass, 1831. 12 vignettes on 1 sheet, featuring a City feast, Alderman John Key, the Duke of Wellington, articles to be taxed: bonnets, bustles, teeth

A Break, losing the Reins, 1830. Prime Minister the Duke of Wellington and Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel about to fall from a vehicle, hauled by a horse (Alderman Hunter) and an ass (Alderman Key)

Procession of the Prince Regent, 1814. A broad sheet at the head of which is depicted the procession of the Prince Regent to Guildhall to celebrate peace after the Napoleonic Wars

Bow Street, the pick-pockets examined, London, 1830. Artist: LB
Bow Street, the pick-pockets examined, London, 1830. Wellington and Peel (?) are depicted in the dock at Bow Street, charged with delaying the coronation of William IV

A slap at the Charleys or a Tom & Jerry lark, vide New Poliece Bill, 1829 Artist
A slap at the Charleys or a Tom & Jerry lark, vide New Poliece Bill, 1829. Showing Sir Robert Peel (Jerry) putting to flight a band of elderly nightwatchmen

The Saveall, or Economy, 1828. Artist: Thomas McLean
The Saveall, or Economy, 1828. The Duke of Wellington stands between Apsley House, (his future home - still under construction), and the Triumphal Arch on Constitution Hill

The great general frightened by Don-Key, 1830. Artist: Henry Heath
The great general frightened by Don-Key, 1830; shows the Duke of Wellington running in alarm, from a donkey in mayoral cloak (Sir John Key)

Bird s-eye view of the Royal Exchange, London, c1860. The statue of the Duke of Wellingtob, figures, horses and coaches can be discerned outside

Wellingtons Monument in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1877. Artist
Wellingtons Monument in St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1877. The memorial to the Duke of Wellington, designed by Alfred Stevens, was completed in 1878

A serio comic extravaganza... 1820. George IV seems to be dismissing a petition from the Lord Mayor, John Thomas Thorp, introduced by Alderman Matthew Wood (?)

Jack Ketch executing sentence on a culprit, 1832. Artist
Jack Ketch executing sentence on a culprit, 1832. A hangman pulls at a rope secured around the neck of a bust of the Duke of Wellington; John Key, Matthew Wood and Robert Waithman cheer him

The terror-stricken, horror-smitten ministers advice, or the R[oya]l visit postponed, 1830. The Duke of Wellington, attended by Sir Robert Peel, tells the King, William IV

The self created brute... 1830. The Lord Mayors bedroom. A woman representing the City is ejecting the Lord Mayor, Sir John Key

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"Wellesley: A Legacy of Leadership and Valor" Step into the world of Wellesley, a name that echoes with tales of bravery and strategic brilliance. From the historic Battle of Waterloo to the illustrious Duke Wellington, this captivating caption unveils the remarkable story behind this legendary figure. Transport yourself back to 1815, as you explore the Map of the Battle of Waterloo. Witness how Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, summoned his troops in Brussels for an epic clash that would shape history forever. The Foot guards at Battle of Waterloo stood tall and resolute under his command. Duke Wellington's indomitable spirit shines through in Thomas Lawrence's portrait from 1944. His piercing gaze reflects both determination and wisdom, reminding us why he was hailed as one of Britain's greatest military leaders. But Wellesley is not just about war; it encompasses a rich tapestry woven with diverse facets. Discover "The Grenadier in Wilton Mews, " where coachmen once gathered to share stories over drinks – a testament to camaraderie beyond battlefields. In Vereker Monteith Hamilton's masterpiece "The Forlorn Hope At Badajos, " we witness another side of Wellesley's legacy – compassion for his soldiers who faced perilous odds on foreign soil. This painting captures their unwavering courage amidst chaos. Lawrence immortalizes Duke Wellington yet again in an exquisite portrayal that exudes honor and dignity. His presence commands respect even centuries later. Beyond warfare lies a different facet - Northumberland’s Training Ship Wellesley stands proud as a symbol of education and discipline instilled by its namesake. It represents how leadership extends far beyond military conquests. As we delve into these fragments from history, we uncover layers upon layers within the name 'Wellesley. ' It evokes memories etched deep within our collective consciousness - tales brimming with valor, sacrifice, and resilience.