Conflicts Collection (page 3)

From the high seas to the battlefields, they have shaped our history and tested our resolve. The H. M

Conflicts Collection: A Depth Charge Exploding

A Depth Charge Exploding
A ship under attack during the final conflicts of the sea war of the First World War - a depth charge explodes in the wake of a swiftly moving Royal Navy vessel

Conflicts Collection: Hs Wall-Cockmount Hill

Hs Wall-Cockmount Hill
A view of Hadrians Wall on Cockmount Hill. Archaeological evidence suggests that the wall rarely saw large scale military conflicts, and acted more as a control barrier

What the War Cost
The Great War was far more expensive than any previous European conflicts, as this picture makes clear

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From the high seas to the battlefields, they have shaped our history and tested our resolve. The H. M. S Curacoa in 1865 stands as a testament to the perils faced by sailors in turbulent waters. Meanwhile, cartoons like 'The Great Chartist Demonstration' shed light on societal clashes fought with words and ideas. In the skies above Britain during World War Two, RAF pilots scrambled amidst the Battle of Britain conflict, displaying unmatched bravery against overwhelming odds. On land, Hausa soldiers wielded their bayonets to cut through dense bush, symbolizing their determination in defending their homeland. Venturing into Africa's heartland reveals the haunting reality such as those seen in Congo's North Kivu region. Rivers divide nations but also serve as witnesses to untold suffering endured by innocent civilians caught in the crossfire. History reminds us that they can not limited to distant lands; they can erupt within our own communities too. Dragoons and Highlanders were called upon to scatter rioters on Belfast streets—a stark reminder of how internal strife can tear apart even close-knit societies. Yet amidst all this chaos and destruction, there remains a glimmer of hope for peace. An allegory painted by Pompeo Girolamo Batoni depicts an armed soldier finding love alongside a bare-breasted woman—an eternal reminder that love can conquer hate even amid war-torn landscapes. As we reflect on these snapshots from different eras and regions, let us strive for understanding and empathy. May we learn from past conflicts so that future generations may live free from violence.