Richard Knotel's painting of the capture of French General Cambronne by Colonel Hugh Halkett during the Battle of Waterloo.
One of the most famous incidents of the Battle of Waterloo (1815) was the apprehension of French General Cambronne by Colonel Hugh Halkett who commanded the 3rd Hanoverian Brigade. Painting shows Colonel Halkett seizing the Gereral's aiguillette as he tried to escape capture.
Remembering people who entertained us through the decades with special moments captured on film.
Entertainers, whether they be musicians, actors, celebrities, or dancers, heavily influence our culture and impact our individual lives. These photos, many of recognizable people from our past, will e...
Images honoring the brave men & women who served in the armed forces, and photos of wars & conflicts from around the world.
These photos capture moments in military history. They show past events, battles, military campaigns, and images of those who served, providing a unique perspective of their sacrifices and triumph.
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The 1800s where the end of the industrial revolution and the birth of scientists.
The Industrial Revolution began around 1760 and ran through the 1840's. Then began the birth of the profession of science. Louis Pasteur, Charles Darwin, Michael Faraday, Thomas Edison, and Nikola Te...
Before we had photos we painted to capture the faces of the people from our past.
Before the invention of photography, artists were the primary chroniclers of historical figures and their stories. Explore a remarkable collection of paintings that provide a vivid glimpse into the li...
Sadly, Fred Halkett passed away in December, 2006. Fred was a good friend to genealogy and very proud of his own family history. While you will no longer be able to contact him for further information, his submissions and his Family Space will be available for research. The AncientFaces family misses Fred - our thoughts and prayers are with you.