C1915 Collection

Kitchener Poster C. 1915
Your Country Needs You This direct and graphic recruitment poster featuring Lord Kitchener, aimed to command and inspire

Salvation Army / Wwi
World War I poster requesting the public to donate food and supplies to the Salvation Army who will distribute to soldiers fighting in France

Michael O leary Poster
Recruitment poster from WWI encouraging men to join an Irish regiment and emulate the bravery of their fellow countryman, Sergeant Michael O Leary VC

Rupert Brooke, c. 1915
Photographic portrait of Rupert Chawner Brooke (1887-1915), the English poet, pictured c.1915

Recruitment Poster
Recruitment poster from the First World War depicting an unclaimed soldiers kit and uniform, waiting to be filled by a volunteer

Recruiting Bands / Wwi
A poster asking for people to donate to or join a recruiting band, a popular method of recruiting men during World War One

Don t Waste Bread Wwi
Poster advising the public to eat less bread, and save two thick slices a day to defeat the U-boats during WWI. Thats a dangerous way to cut bread!

Violet Bonham-Carter, c. 1915
Photographic portrait of Violet Bonham-Carter (1887-1969), nee Asquith, the Liberal politician and Governor of the BBC, pictured c.1915

Exotic dancer by Rene Bull
A stylised illustration by Rene Bull (1872-1942) showing a scantily clad exotic dancer in a beautiful garden hanging with fruits

Wwi Navy Recruitment
Naval recruitment poster from World War One featuring a number of sailors in a crows nest of a ship

Lady Glenconner, 1915
Photographic portrait of Lady Glenconner, formerly Miss Pamela Genevieve Adelaide Wyndham, pictured c.1915

Man with Pekingese / C1915
A French man in a black suit with a pekingese dog under each arm

The Dog Nobody Likes
A downcast German dachshund is shunned by a British bulldog and French poodle. Dachshunds were not very popular during World War One

The Vision / Daphne Allen
A dreamy, fantasy illustration showing an angel cradling a number of babies

Save Food to win Wwi
A woman saves food according to rationing recommendations during World War I in order to help save ships (many merchant ships were sunk by U-boats during WWI)

HMS Ben-my-Chree c1915

Overeating by Belcher
A polite little boy at a village feast, uncomfortable from repletion says Oh Please Miss, don t ask me to have any more - I can t say No

Liberty Bonds War Poster
A World War One poster urging people to buy Liberty Bonds to prevent the Germans attacking civilians

Female Type / Fan C1915
Young woman holding a fan, showing off her bare back. Date: circa 1915

Clarence H. White, Model in New York Studio, American, 1871-1925, c. 1915, halftone print
Clarence H. White, Model in New York Studio, American, 1871-1925, c.1915, halftone print

Street in Saigon, French Cochin-China, c1915. Saigon, South Vietnam was the capital and commercial centre of French colonialism in French Indo-China. Pair of stereoscope photographs

Soldiers of the Worcester Regiment (29th / 36th Foot) going into action in c1915 during World War I
Soldiers of the Worcester Regiment (29th/36th Foot) going into action in c1915 during World War I

Princess Marie Joses Bk
Front cover of Princess Marie Jose of Belgiums Childrens Book published to raise funds for the Vestiaire Marie-Jose during World War I. Date: c.1915

Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, 1915
Photographic portrait of Mrs. Arthur Hamilton, famous society swimmer, dressed in her bathing costume, c.1915. Mrs. Hamilton was the first woman to swim the Solent

The Oriental Tomb at La Mortola, Italy, 1915
Photograph showing the elaborate Oriental tomb of Sir Thomas Hanbury in the garden of La Mortola, near Mentone, Italy, c.1915

Doing his Little Bit
Humorous illustration from the First World War period showing a boy scout leading three German soldiers, plus a Zeppelin behind him. Earnshaw regularly drew boy scouts

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A lady sitting on an Oriental looking chair enjoying a cigarette whose smoke creates a halo over her head

Costume of Momus
Costume design by Edmund Dulac for the character of Momus in the opera Phebus and Pan

Qui Va La? by Will Owen
A French soldier in the traditional red pantalons of early World War One asks, Who Goes There? as he is disturbed by some rabbits frolicking in the snow

Hunting in Fairyland
Illustration by H.Folkard entitled Big Game Hunting in Fairyland showing an archer shooting down some rather innocent and horrified looking butterflies

Peace by Frank Reynolds
A young boy sits peacefully fishing

A Friend in Need
Humorous illustration showing a little girl helping a small terrier dog to reach up to post a letter

The Sand Fairy / Jacobs
A small girl is either woken up, or helped with her insomnia by a sand fairy who appears in her dormitory unobserved by anyone else

A Fairy Tale by Earnshaw
A strange little man appears as if by magic to the surprise of two medieval types, who look rather strange themselves

Balancing Bear / Rountree
A small bear walks precariously along a telegraph wire while balancing a red ball on his nose, thinking, I Wonder What It Is?

Police / Anti-Gas School
A group of officers from the Metropolitan police pose for a photograph wearing their gas masks at the anti-gas training school at Devonport, Plymouth. 2/2 pictures. See 10193283 for

Hastings Pier C1915
The pier at Hastings, Sussex, appears to be a popular attraction at ten minutes to three

Patriotic Skater / C. 1915
A patriotic skater from the early years of the First World War

Recruitment Poster Wwi
Recruitment poster from World War One aimed at encouraging Irish men to join up

Panama / Taboga C1915
Taboga, Taboga Island: native huts

Panama / Colon C1915
Colon: Calle del Frente (Front Street), viewed from Cristobal, showing the Panama railway company

Panama / Cristobal C1915
Cristobal, Canal Zone, showing concrete and steamboat agency offices

Panama / Ancon C1915
Ancon, Canal Zone: Palm Avenue, Hospital Grounds

Staff of Co-Op Grocers
The staff of the Co-Op grocery store lined up behind the counter

Parisian Corset Co. Shop
Shop front of the Parisian Corset Company Ltd

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"C1915: A Glimpse into the World of War and Resilience" Step back in time to the year 1915, where history was being written with every passing day. The Kitchener Poster C. 1915 stands tall as a symbol of patriotism, urging men to join the war effort and fight for their country. Meanwhile, Michael O'Leary's poster captures the spirit of bravery and sacrifice that echoed through those tumultuous times. In this era dominated by World War I, poets like Rupert Brooke found solace in expressing their emotions through verses that touched countless hearts. The Salvation Army played a crucial role during this period, offering support and aid to soldiers on the frontlines - an image immortalized in a recruitment poster. Recruiting bands filled streets with patriotic melodies, boosting morale among troops and civilians alike. As resources became scarce due to wartime rationing measures, posters reminding people not to waste bread served as constant reminders of unity amidst adversity. Violet Bonham-Carter's presence in c. 1915 reminds us of the influential women who stepped up during these challenging times - their contributions often overlooked but undeniably significant. On a different note, Rene Bull's depiction of an exotic dancer offers glimpses into how art provided escapism from harsh realities. The call for recruits extended beyond land forces; Wwi Navy Recruitment sought brave souls willing to defend their nation at sea. Lady Glenconner's photograph from 1915 showcases elegance amidst chaos - a testament to resilience even when faced with uncertainty. Lastly, we encounter an intriguing sight: a man proudly posing alongside his Pekingese dog circa 1915 - perhaps finding comfort and companionship amid turmoil. C1915 encapsulates an era defined by courage, sacrifice, creativity, and perseverance against all odds. It serves as a reminder that even in our darkest moments, humanity finds ways to endure and triumph over adversity.