Javelins Collection

Vickers Valiant B(K)1 XD816 about to refuel two Glosters
Vickers Valiant B(K)1, XD816, about to refuel two Gloster Javelins

The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen)
XCF115624 The Norman cavalry attacks the English shield-wall and battle is joined, 1070 (wool embroidery on linen) by English School, (11th century); Musee de la Tapisserie, Bayeux

Ballista. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration
Ancient Age. Ballista or bolt thrower, ancient missile weapon. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

War elephant of the Ancient World (coloured engraving)
6029846 War elephant of the Ancient World (coloured engraving) by European School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Javelins

Five development Gloster Javelins in the air en route to the 1954 Farnborough Air Show. Date: 1954

Line-up of development Gloster Javelins at Moreton Valence. September 1955. Date: 1955

Participants in the annual physiacal culture parade standing under a portrait of joseph stalin near red square in moscow, ussr, 1930s

cast bronze cudgel head
4 bronze javelin heads Bronze Age circa 1200 BCE (private collection)

Canaanite bronze Spears C016 / 2806
Canaanite bronze Spears and spearheads, Bronze Age 15th century BCE

Olympics - London 1908
Series of photographs taken from the 1908 Olympic Games in London. 1. Weighing the javelins. 2. Swedish president congratulating the winner. 3. E. V

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"From Ancient Warfare to Modern Air Power: The Mighty Javelins" In the skies above, a Vickers Valiant B (K)1 XD816 gracefully maneuvers, ready to refuel two Glosters. It's a testament to the evolution of military aviation and the power of these sleek machines. But let us travel back in time, to 1070 when the Norman cavalry charged towards an English shield-wall. Battle was joined as wool embroidery on linen captured this historic clash forever. The past holds more surprises; an engraving from Museo Militar in 1883 showcases a fearsome Ballista, later brought to life with vivid coloration. This ancient war machine reminds us of the ingenuity and craftsmanship that shaped warfare throughout history. Speaking of ancient battles, who can forget the awe-inspiring War Elephant? A colored engraving transports us back to those times when these majestic creatures roamed battlefields, carrying warriors armed with javelins into combat. And now we come full circle - Javelins themselves take center stage. Five development Gloster Javelins soar through the air, showcasing their agility and power. These aircraft represent progress and innovation in aerial warfare. On land too, they have made their mark. A line-up at Moreton Valence demonstrates how they have become integral parts of modern military arsenals around the world. Yet beyond warfare lies another side - physical culture parades under Joseph Stalin's watchful gaze near Red Square in Moscow during the 1930s. Even amidst political events, javelins symbolize strength and athleticism across various domains. Let's not forget our ancestors' ingenious weapons either - cast bronze cudgel heads remind us of early civilizations' resourcefulness in creating tools for defense and offense alike. Lastly, Canaanite bronze Spears C016/2806 transport us even further back into history – relics from Olympic games held in London way back in 1908.