Gouraud Collection

General Gouraud escapes an assassination attempt on route from Damascas to Kunaitra, 1921. General Henri-Joseph-Eugene Gouraud (1867-1946), French High Commissioner of Syria

Clemenceau as the jailer of Colmar Prison
5669405 Clemenceau as the jailer of Colmar Prison by Waltz, Jean-Jacques (Hansi) (1873-1951); (add.info.: Illustration depicting Clemenceau as the jailer of Colmar Prison)

French World War One, Generals, Gouraud, Castelnau and Hirschauer
5669407 French World War One, Generals, Gouraud, Castelnau and Hirschauer by Waltz, Jean-Jacques (Hansi) (1873-1951); (add.info.: Illustration marking the return of Alsace region to France 1919)

Colonel George E. Gouraud, Vanity Fair, Ape
Colonel GEORGE EDWARD GOURAUD (1841-1912) American Civil War soldier who later acted as agent for Thomas Edison, introducing the new Edison Phonograph cylinder audio recording technology to England

General Henri Gouraud surveying field of troops, c1914-c1918. French general Henri Joseph Euge ne Gouraud (1867-1946), best known for his leadership of the French Fourth Army at the end of the First

General Henri Gouraud at a victory parade, c1918. French general Henri Joseph Euge ne Gouraud (1867-1946), best known for his leadership of the French Fourth Army at the end of the First World War

General Henri Gouraud, Chalons, Marne, northern France, c1914-c1918. French general Henri Joseph Euge ne Gouraud (1867-1946)

General Henri Gouraud, Champagne, northern France, c1914-c1918. French general Henri Joseph Euge ne Gouraud (1867-1946), best known for his leadership of the French Fourth Army at the end of

Henri Gouraud, French soldier, playing billiards, 1895. Gouraud (1867-1946) first came to prominence in French Sudan in the 1890s, where he succeeded in capturing Samori

Henri Gouraud, French 1st World War General, (1926). Gouraud, (1867-1946) lost an arm at Gallipoli. His 4th Army played a vital role in halting the German advance at the Second Battle of the Marne in

Georges Clemenceau and General Gouraud, 6th July 1918. The French Prime Minister (left) with the commander of the French 4th Army. Henri Gouraud lost an arm at Gallipoli

French Foreign Legion barracks, 20th century. The barracks are named after General Henri Gouraud, who commanded the French 4th Army in the First World War

General Sir Ian Hamilton Left And General Henri Gouraud Right In Gallipoli. From The Great World War A History Volume Iii, Published 1916

WORLD WAR I: POLISH TROOPS. General Gouraud and American officers are present as colors are presented to a Polish regiment before going to into action in Marne, France. Photograph, c1914

Gouraud Photo
HENRI JOSEPH ETIENNE GOURAUD French military commander, whose loss of his right arm in the Dardanelles will interfere with his favourite game, billiards : photo 1895. Date: 1867 - 1946

A fine feat of arms in Morocco, General Gouraud capturing the camp of Roghi, back
XIR661441 A fine feat of arms in Morocco, General Gouraud capturing the camp of Roghi, back cover illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre

COLOGNE: CATHEDRAL SQUARE. Review of British troops in Cathedral Square in Cologne, Germany, by General Henri Gouraud, commander of the French Fourth Army during World War I. Photograph, August 1919

HENRI GOURAUD (1867-1946). Henri Joseph Eugene Gouraud. French army officer. Photograph, early 20th century

AIMEE CROCKER (1864-1941). American heiress. Photograph, c1915

MISKINOFF AND CROCKER. Russian prince Alexander Miskinoff and his wife, American heiress Aimee Crocker. Photograph, c1914

Brigadier General Henri Gouraud (1867-1946) French Army infantry officer. Graduated from St-Cyr military academy in 1888. In the First World War in 1915 he commanded the French forces in

General Gouraud entering Strasbourg
Alsace - Lorraine: General Gouraud entering Strasbourg at the head of the French IVth Army on 22 November 1918, as France occupied the Rhineland after World War I

General Gouraud with wrecked gun, Sedd el Bahr, Turkey
General Henri Gouraud (1867-1946) of the French Army Corps, standing at the side of a wrecked gun in the ruined Old Fort at Sedd el Bahr on the Gallipoli peninsula, Turkey

General Gouraud and General Bailloud, Turkey
General Henri Gouraud (1867-1946) (right) of the French Army Corps and General Maurice Camille Bailloud (1847-1921) (left) of the French Army 2nd Division

General Gouraud, French Army commander
General Henri Gouraud (1867-1946), French Army commander during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

General Henri Gouraud
Henri Joseph Eugene Gouraud, French general and commander of the French Fourth Army at the end of World War One

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General Gouraud, a prominent figure in French military history, faced numerous challenges throughout his career. In 1921, he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt while traveling from Damascus to Kunaitra. This incident highlighted the dangers and risks associated with his position. During World War One, General Gouraud worked alongside esteemed generals such as Castelnau and Hirschauer. Together, they strategized and fought for their country's victory on the battlefield. Their collective efforts contributed significantly to France's success during this tumultuous period. In a peculiar twist of fate, General Gouraud found himself under the watchful eye of Clemenceau when imprisoned at Colmar Prison. The juxtaposition of these two influential figures demonstrates the complex dynamics within the French military hierarchy. Despite facing adversity, General Gouraud remained resilient and dedicated to his duties. He surveyed fields of troops during the war years (c1914-c1918), ensuring their readiness for battle. His commitment extended beyond mere observation; he actively participated in victory parades that celebrated France's triumphs over its adversaries. Glimpses into General Gouraud's personal life reveal intriguing facets of his character. A Vanity Fair caricature depicted him as Colonel George E. Gouraud – a playful nod to his persona outside military circles. Additionally, photographs captured moments where he indulged in leisure activities like playing billiards in 1895. Henri Gouraud left an indelible mark on French military history through his leadership during World War One and subsequent years as a general (1926). Collaborating closely with Georges Clemenceau on July 6th, 1918 further exemplified his influence within political spheres. The legacy of General Henri Gouraud lives on through various locations associated with him throughout northern France – Chalons-Marne and Champagne regions bear witness to significant events that shaped both him personally and professionally.