British General Collection

Duke of Wellington, Arthur Wellesley
Major-General Arthur Wellesley in 1806, later Duke of Wellington. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-centry illustration

Sir John Moore (1761-1809) at Corunna, 16th January 1809
IL241957 Sir John Moore (1761-1809) at Corunna, 16th January 1809, from British Battles on Land and Sea edited by Sir Evelyn Wood (1838-1919) first published 1915 (colour litho) by Baker, B

Death of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) 17th January 1809, from
NAM195671 Death of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) 17th January 1809, from The Martial Achievements of Great Britain and her Allies from 1799-1815, by James Jenkins

Death of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) January 17th 1809, from
STC214430 Death of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) January 17th 1809, from The Martial Achievements of Great Britain and her Allies from 1799-1815, by James Jenkins

surrender Jerusalem British December 9 1917 British general
The surrender of Jerusalem to the British, December 9, 1917 British general arriving at Jaffa Gate. 1917, Israel

Portrait John Churchill 1st Duke Marlborough
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MIDNIGHT AND CORNWALLIS IS TAKEN. Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis KG (31 December 1738 a 5 October 1805), styled Viscount Brome between 1753 and 1762

Sir Rowland Hill, engraved by W. H. Mote, from The National Portrait Gallery
KW285351 Sir Rowland Hill, engraved by W.H. Mote, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume IV, published c.1820 (litho) by Pickersgill

Thomas Graham (1748-1843) Lord Lynedoch (litho)
KW244297 Thomas Graham (1748-1843) Lord Lynedoch (litho) by Hoppner, John (1758-1810) (after); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

MIDNIGHT AND CORNWALLIS IS TAKEN. Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis KG (31 December 1738 A

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"Unyielding British Generals: From the Duke of Wellington to Viscount Allenby" In the annals of British military history, few names resonate as powerfully as that of the Duke of Wellington. Born Arthur Wellesley, this formidable leader's strategic brilliance and unwavering resolve shaped the course of European warfare. His triumph at Waterloo forever etched his name into legend. Yet, before Wellington's rise to prominence, another valiant general left an indelible mark on history. Sir John Moore, who met his tragic end at Corunna on January 16th, 1809. Though he fell in battle against Napoleon's forces during the Peninsular War, Moore's sacrifice inspired future generations with his unwavering commitment to duty. The death of Sir John Moore sent shockwaves through Britain and beyond. On January 17th, 1809, news spread like wildfire – a courageous leader had been lost but not forgotten. The nation mourned their fallen hero and celebrated his bravery in countless tributes. Decades later, Jerusalem witnessed another momentous event under British leadership. In December 1917, a resolute British general oversaw the surrender of this ancient city during World War I – marking a significant turning point in history. Reflecting upon past eras brings us face-to-face with remarkable figures such as John Churchill - the first Duke of Marlborough - whose portrait exudes authority and determination even centuries later. His military prowess secured victories that shaped Europe's destiny. Charles Cornwallis stands tall among these legendary generals; known for both victory and defeat alike. As midnight struck on fateful occasions throughout history – including when Cornwallis was taken captive – it became evident that no obstacle could extinguish Britain’s fighting spirit. Sir Rowland Hill also emerges from historical engravings as a symbol of resilience and dedication to duty within The National Portrait Gallery’s collection.