Duty Collection (page 13)

Arms of the chief claimants, 1902. Coats of arms of the various dukes, earls and marquises required to perform royal offices such as Master Falconer, Lord Great Chamberlain etc, and carry the orb

The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. Artist: Armand Charles Caraffe
The Oath of the Horatii, 1791. According to the Roman historian Livy, the Horatii were three Roman brothers who agreed to fight the Curiatii, three brothers from Alba Longa

Duty, 1883. Artist: Edmund Blair Leighton
Duty, 1883. From a private collection

The Prevot des Marchands and the Echevins of the city of Paris, 1648. Artist: Philippe de Champaigne
The Prevot des Marchands and the Echevins of the city of Paris, 1648. From the collection of the Louvre, Paris, France

View of the Escorial, Spain, early 18th century. Artist: Michel-Ange Houasse
View of the Escorial, Spain, early 18th century. From a private collection

Off for the War. Artist: Currier and Ives
Off for the War. A Unionist (northern) soldier bidding farewell to his family before leaving for the American Civil War

French Foreign Legion doing their washing, Casablanca, Morocco, 20th century. Artist: Boussuge
French Foreign Legion doing their washing, Casablanca, Morocco, 20th century. French postcard

The War Workers, 1916. During the 1914-1918 war women in Britain took over the jobs of men sent to the Front. The demand for female suffrage was temporarily silenced by the national crisis

An Unselfish Man, 1888. The duties incumbent upon an MP can, sadly, mean having to leave home, hearth and wife for lonely lodgings in the capital. From Punch, or the London Charivari, November 3, 1888

Coldstream Guard on sentry duty. Date: circa 1970s

Two women police officers at work in a station, London
Two women police officers at work in a London police station, having a discussion in an office. Date: circa 1950s

Two police officers in SPG van, Met Police, London
Two police officers, one male, one female (WPC McKay), in an SPG (Special Patrol Group) van, Met Police, London. The SPG was set up in 1961 to provide a centrally-based mobile capability for dealing

Woman police officer riding horse, London
Woman police officer (Marion Hatton) riding her horse in a park. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Woman police officer in white shirt and bowler hat, London
Woman police officer in the short-sleeved white shirt and dark trousers from the mix and match uniform introduced in 1977, together with the reinforced bowler hat introduced in 1985. Date: circa 1985

Two women police officers in new bowler hat, London
Two women police officers (Deborah Barnes on right) in the mix and match uniform introduced in 1977, wearing the reinforced bowler hat introduced in 1985. Date: circa 1985

Eight women police officers in new Surrey uniform
Eight women police officers posing in the new Surrey uniform introduced in 1973. The jacket was single-breasted with four buttons, trousers were introduced as an option

Woman police officer in a London street, sticking a yellow label on a car windscreen, with a Metropolitan Police Vehicle Removal Unit lorry behind her

Male and female police officers on duty in London, walking along a pavement with traffic on the road in the background. The WPC (Siobhan Clark)

Two women police officers in updated uniform, London
Two women police officers posing in the updated uniform introduced in 1977, with a range of mix and match options. The checkered cravat replaced the bow tie, though here the cravat is not patterned

Two women police officers outside a police station. On the left is a sergeant, on the right WPC Daphne Acton in the new style Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968. Date: circa late 1960s

Male and female police officers in a London street, with a building called Benson Court behind them (probably in N19). The WPC is wearing the reinforced bowler hat introduced in 1985

Woman police officer Shirley Jennings, London
Woman police officer Shirley Jennings (joined May 1941, later Becke), standing in a park on a sunny day. Date: circa 1940s

WWI Poster, Rights of Citizenship
WWI Parliamentary Recruiting Committee Poster, Rights of Citizenship, Your Rights, Your Duty. Date: 1916

French Military Poster, WW1
French military poster, colour photolithograph published by the British Library, 1981. Reproduces a French home front poster from World War One designed by Simay

The path of duty was the way to glory - In Memoriam
The path of duty was the way to glory. In Memoriam sculptured plaque to contain photo within an oak frame.. Trench Art

Verderer at the gate of Royal Enclosure, Ascot
One of the Royal Foresters, or Verderers, of Windsor Park, performing his annual duty of keeping guard at the gate of the Royal Enclosure during Ascot Week

Revolutionary cartoon about Tithes, Taxes and Graft (coloured engraving)
XIR157776 Revolutionary cartoon about Tithes, Taxes and Graft (coloured engraving) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Metropolitan Police officers teaching road safety to children. The man in the white outfit with traffic lights on his front is Safety Sam

Faithful Unto Death. A soldier guarding his master during the destruction of Pompeii, Italy. After the painting by Sir Edward J Poynter. From a Marketing Board Poster, c.1930

Portrait Hendrik van Deventer anatomical drawings
Portrait of Hendrik van Deventer and anatomical drawings of wombs with fetus, Portrait of Hendrik van Deventer in oval on base between anatomical drawings of wombs with fetus

Arab demonstration Yatta Troops duty machine guns
Arab demonstration at Yatta Troops on duty with machine guns strung along the road approaching the scene of gathering, West Bank, Yatta

raising siege Jerusalem Snap immediately curfew hour
The raising of the siege of Jerusalem Snap taken immediately before curfew hour at the Damascus Gate, showing a nurse on duty. 1938, Israel

Palestine disturbances 1936 British marines doing duty on Palestine railroads. 1936

Palestine disturbances 1936 Troops leaving barracks
Palestine disturbances 1936 Troops leaving the barracks for duty. 1936

British policeman duty Jerusalem 1935 Israel
British policeman on duty in Jerusalem. 1935, Israel

Palestine disturbances 1936 Outside entrance
Palestine disturbances 1936. Outside entrance of the Office of the Palestine Royal Commission with a British Palestine Police standing on duty. 1936

Teliprinter teleprinter police barracks two officers
Teliprinter, teleprinter in the police barracks showing two officers on duty. 1934, Israel

1865 Mexique Falconnet Louis 1864-ca 1867 album
1865, Mexique, 1865, Mexique, 1865, Falconnet, Louis, 1864-ca. 1867, This album was assembled by Louis Falconnet, an officer in the French army

1865 Mexique 1864-ca 1867 album assembled Louis Falconnet
1865, Mexique, 1865, Mexique, 1865, 1864-ca. 1867, This album was assembled by Louis Falconnet, an officer in the French army

1865 Mexique Falconnet Louis 1864-ca 1867 Louis Falconnet
1865, Mexique, 1865, Mexique, 1865, Falconnet, Louis, 1864-ca. 1867, by Louis Falconnet, an officer in the French army, from documentation he created or gathered while on his tour of duty in Mexico

Le Monde Illustre June 14 1884 Festival
Le Monde Illustre, June 14, 1884: The Festival for the victims of duty, 1884. Auguste Louis Lepere (French, 1849-1918). Wood engraving; sheet: 31.2 x 46.3 cm (12 5/16 x 18 1/4 in.); image

Industry Idleness Industrious Prentice Performing
Industry and Idleness: The Industrious Prentice Performing the Duty of a Christian, 1747. William Hogarth (British, 1697-1764). Etching

Industry And Idleness The Industrious Prentice Performing The Duty Of A Christian From The Original Design By Hogarth From The Works Of Hogarth Published London 1833

She Cried "O Miserable Man, What Sorry Watch Is This That Thou Has Kept"Illustration By Edmund Dulac For The
She Cried " O Miserable Man, What Sorry Watch Is This That Thou Has Kept" Illustration By Edmund Dulac For The Story Of The Magic Horse. From The Arabian Nights, Published 1938

Women Took Over Many Mens Jobs During World War One, Thereby Leaving The Men Free To Fight. Seen Here The Women Are Putting A Coat Of Paint On Aerial Bombs

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Duty: A timeless commitment that transcends boundaries and eras. From the mighty HMS Victory, proudly flying its flags as a symbol to protect our shores, to the valiant words of Admiral Nelson echoing through history: 'England expects that every man will do his duty. ' In the bustling streets of London, a police officer stands tall, embodying the essence of duty. Whether it be safeguarding our city during a football match or countering German propaganda in World War I, their unwavering dedication shines bright. Amidst the chaos of war, love and duty intertwine in poignant ways. The year 1914 witnessed countless hearts torn between loyalty and affection in 'Twixt Love and Duty, ' capturing the emotional turmoil faced by many. Even on traffic duty, Metropolitan Police officers exemplify their sense of responsibility with utmost professionalism. Their presence ensures order amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. As Christmas approaches, Coldstream Guards grace us with their presence on festive cards – a reminder that even during joyful times, they remain committed to protecting our nation's peace. Breaking barriers and challenging norms, women step forward into roles traditionally held by men. In World War I uniforms alongside their male counterparts or as early female police officers patrolling London's streets – these trailblazers redefine what it means to serve one's community. From carousel music covers to children admiring Mr Bobby the Policeman on Kay Snap postcards – society cherishes those who uphold their duties with integrity while becoming symbols themselves. Through snow-covered landscapes in Bough Beech or navigating busy urban streets - like dedicated postmen delivering mail - individuals across time have embraced their obligations without hesitation. Duty is not just an obligation; it is an honor bestowed upon those willing to put others before themselves, and is an eternal flame burning within us all.