Foreign Legion Collection (#2)

Possibly: Legionnaire, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
[Untitled photo, possibly related to: Legionnaire, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania]

Legionnaire, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
Legionnaire, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Sons of American Legion, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 1935. Creator: Walker Evans
Sons of American Legion, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Legionnaire, 5663. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
Legionnaire, 5663

Soldiers of the French colonial army (colour litho)
2818165 Soldiers of the French colonial army (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldiers of the French colonial army. L armee coloniale)

French Foreign Legion convoy defending itself against an attack by Moroccan bandits in southern Algeria (colour litho)
2782371 French Foreign Legion convoy defending itself against an attack by Moroccan bandits in southern Algeria (colour litho) by French School

The Camp of the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe (engraving)
2785486 The Camp of the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Camp of the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe)

Officers of the Foreign Legion at Trieste, on their Return from Service with the Boers (b / w photo)
1600478 Officers of the Foreign Legion at Trieste, on their Return from Service with the Boers (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Barracks of the Foreign Legion, Melville Island, Halifax (engraving)
1602212 Barracks of the Foreign Legion, Melville Island, Halifax (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barracks of the Foreign Legion, Melville Island)

Career of French general Charles-Denis Bourbaki (coloured engraving)
5998732 Career of French general Charles-Denis Bourbaki (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Career of French general Charles-Denis Bourbaki)

Events at Figuig, Morocco (colour litho)
2795732 Events at Figuig, Morocco (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Events at Figuig, Morocco)

The French Foreign Legion fighting in Morocco (colour litho)
2779335 The French Foreign Legion fighting in Morocco (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elite troop sof the French Army: the Foreign Legion in Morocco)

Colonial soldiers of the French Army (colour litho)
2779944 Colonial soldiers of the French Army (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonial soldiers of the French Army. Nos troupes coloniales)

The Queen inspecting the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe on 9 August (engraving)
2785481 The Queen inspecting the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe on 9 August (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Honour to the Foreign Legion! (colour litho)
2779699 Honour to the Foreign Legion! (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Honour to the Foreign Legion! Honneur a la legion etrangere)

A soldier of the French Foreign Legion in battle dress (litho)
2779172 A soldier of the French Foreign Legion in battle dress (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A soldier of the French Foreign Legion in battle dress)

French soldiers attacking Moroccan bandits at the oasis of Figuig, Morocco (colour litho)
2795730 French soldiers attacking Moroccan bandits at the oasis of Figuig, Morocco (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

French convoy attacked by Moroccans in the Sud-Oranais, Algeria (colour litho)
2795712 French convoy attacked by Moroccans in the Sud-Oranais, Algeria (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

French Foreign Legion paratrooper armed with MAT 49 machine gun in North Africa
693334 French Foreign Legion paratrooper armed with MAT 49 machine gun in North Africa, 1965 (photo) by French Photographer

Heligoland, the Recruiting Station for the Foreign Legion (engraving)
2785409 Heligoland, the Recruiting Station for the Foreign Legion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heligoland)

The Djema a of Figuig surrendering to the French (colour litho)
2782392 The Djema a of Figuig surrendering to the French (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Djema a of Figuig surrendering to the French)

French artillery bombarding Moroccan bandit positions at Figuig (colour litho)
2782389 French artillery bombarding Moroccan bandit positions at Figuig (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French in Algeria, engraved by P. Louis (19th century)
PML143621 The French in Algeria, engraved by P. Louis (19th century), from The History of France, by Emile de Bonnechose, published by Ward, Lock and Co, London (engraving) by Schuler

Review of Foreign Legion by Her Majesty, at Shorncliffe (engraving)
1608118 Review of Foreign Legion by Her Majesty, at Shorncliffe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Review of Foreign Legion by Her Majesty, at Shorncliffe)

French Foreign Legion in WWI, cover of The Boys Own Paper, June 1918 (colour litho)
870206 French Foreign Legion in WWI, cover of The Boys Own Paper, June 1918 (colour litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928) (after); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; English

French Troops for Tonquin (engraving)
1107264 French Troops for Tonquin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Troops for Tonquin)

Battle of Camerone, campaign of Mexico, 1863, (20th century). Artist: Jean Basin
Battle of Camerone, campaign of Mexico, 1863, (20th century). Fought on 30 April 1863, the Battle of Camaron established the legendary status of the French Foreign Legion as a fighting force

A Silent Greeting, 1908-1909. Artist: Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
A Silent Greeting, 1908-1909. From Penroses Pictorial Annual 1908-1909, An Illustrated Review of the Graphic Arts, Volume 14, edited by William Gamble and published by AW Penrose (London, 1908-1909)

Foreign legionnaire and native sharpshooter; French Army in Algeria

The flag of the Regiment de Marche, of The French Foreign Legion, c1914-1918. The Regiment de Marche, was headed by the famous Colonel Rollet, the Father of the Legion

The forceful repression of Figuig, south-eastern Morocco, 1903. French troops fighting Moroccans from the oasis of Figuig. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 14th June 1903

The defence of Mazagran, Algeria, 1896. Artist: Henri Meyer
The defence of Mazagran, Algeria, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 6th December 1896

The French colonial forces, 1891. Artist: Henri Meyer
The French colonial forces is a general designation for the military forces that garrisoned and were largely recruited from the French colonial empire from the late 17th century until 1960

French Foreign Legion postcard, 20th century

The Camp of the Foreign Legion, Taza, Morocco, 1904. French postcard

The Camp of the Foreign Legion, Ain Fritissa, Morocco, 20th century. French postcard

Departure to Oudjda officers wounded... (20th century)
Departure to Oudjda of the officers wounded in Meharidja on 17th & 18th april 1912, (20th century). French postcard

French Foreign Legion cemetery, Taourirt, Algeria, 20th century. French postcard

1st regiment French Foreign Legion, Morocco, 1911. French postcard

French Foreign Legion by some Marabout ruins, Taza, Morocco, 1904. French postcard

Medical staff of the 2nd battalion French Foreign Legion, Taza, Morocco, 1904
Ambulance staff of the 2nd battalion French Foreign Legion, Taza, Morocco, 1904. French postcard

24th company of the French Foreign Legion, Taza, Morocco, 1904. French postcard

French Foreign Legion, Mestigmeur, eastern Morocco, 20th century. French postcard

French Foreign Legion in Safsafat, eastern Morocco, 20th century. French postcard

French Foreign Legion, Tonkin, French Indochina (Vietnam), 20th century. French postcard

Two French Foreign Legionnaires, 20th century

French Foreign Legionnaires, Algeria, c1910

Police station, Algeria, 1910. French Foreign Legion. French postcard

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"The Foreign Legion: A Legacy of Honor and Sacrifice" In the heart of the 20th century, amidst the thunderous beats of a drummer, brave men from all corners of the world found themselves united under one banner - the 1st Regiment of the French Foreign Legion. Their story unfolds on battlefields etched in history, such as the legendary Battle of Camerone during the campaign in Mexico in 1863. The brush strokes of artist Jean Basin bring to life poignant moments that shaped this renowned military force. From witnessing two French Foreign Legion captains being ruthlessly murdered by Moroccans to discovering their lifeless bodies on the Moroccan frontier, these vivid color lithographs depict both triumph and tragedy. Traveling across continents and time, we catch glimpses into different eras. Walker Evans' lens captures a legionnaire's stoic gaze in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in 1935 while also immortalizing Sons of American Legion members proudly donning their uniforms. Theophile Alexandre Steinlen's artwork evokes emotions with his portrayal of a legionnaire standing tall amidst adversity. From soldiers serving valiantly within France's colonial army to defending against relentless attacks by Moroccan bandits in southern Algeria; these courageous men faced danger head-on without faltering. Color lithographs showcase their unwavering determination as they fought for justice and peace. Engraved images reveal The Camp of the Foreign Legion at Shorncliffe where camaraderie was forged through shared hardships. Meanwhile, black-and-white photographs capture officers returning from service with Boers at Trieste - an embodiment of resilience after enduring arduous campaigns far away from home. The foreign legionnaires' legacy endures as a testament to bravery beyond borders. Through sacrifice and dedication, they have left an indelible mark on history that continues to inspire generations today.