Furlough Collection

Back on leave - February 1945
Three soldiers, back on leave from Burma, drink beer with two locals in the Angel Hotel. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N24272

Comic postcard, Guardsman and maid, WW2 - How long is your furlough? Date: circa 1940s

Douce Permission, 1914-18 (colour litho)
CHT293213 Douce Permission, 1914-18 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: postcard depicting the sweetness of leave during the First World War;)

Our Special Artist with the Jeannette Relief Expedition, Sketches on the Way to Siberia (engraving)
1623834 Our Special Artist with the Jeannette Relief Expedition, Sketches on the Way to Siberia (engraving) by English School

The Trench-to-Town Express by A. C. Michael
A busy scene at Victoria Station, London during 1915 showing a soldiers train bringing officers and men on furlough (leave) from the war zone to home

Furlough. painting 1875 Albumen silver print
On Furlough. a painting; about 1875; Albumen silver print

Life in camp, part 2; Homer, Winslow, 1836-1910, artist; L. Prang & Co. publisher; Boston : Published by L. Prang & Co. c1864.; 12 prints (1 page) : chromolithograph; 10.3 x 6.2 cm

NAST: CHRISTMAS, 1863. Scenes of Christmas during the Civil War. Engraving by Thomas Nast, 1863

CIVIL WAR: RETURN HOME, 1863. Home From the War. Union Army soldiers returning home to their families. Wood engraving, American, 1863

CIVIL WAR: CHRISTMAS. Furlough, Christmas 1863. Detail of a wood engraving after Thomas Nast from an American newspaper of December 1863

Home for Christmas by Matania
Home for Christmas - a real Santa Claus at the door. Many surprise visits home characterised the Christmas of 1915. Owing to late arrivals

skiers, Oukaimeden ski resort, Morocco, North Africa

Trekker enjoys the view on the Annapurna circuit trek, Jomsom, Himalayas, Nepal. The high peak in the distance is 7021m Nilgiri, forming part of a wall known as The Grand Barrier. Model released

Tourist boats on backwater near Mobor, Goa, India

Beach near Goa in Maharastra, India

huts, Hintertux glacier, Mayrhofen ski resort, Zillertal Valley, Austrian Tyrol, Austria

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"Furlough: A Glimpse into Moments of Respite and Reflection" Back on leave - February 1945: In this comic postcard, a Guardsman and maid share a lighthearted exchange during World War II. The question arises, "How long is your furlough?" as soldiers eagerly anticipate their time away from duty. Douce Permission, 1914-18 (colour litho): This vibrant artwork captures the essence during World War I. Amidst the chaos of war, soldiers were granted precious moments to reconnect with loved ones and find solace in familiar surroundings. Our Special Artist with the Jeannette Relief Expedition, Sketches on the Way to Siberia (engraving): Furlough takes an unexpected turn as an artist embarks on a journey to Siberia. Through his sketches, he documents not only his own experiences but also sheds light on life during wartime for others. The Trench-to-Town Express by A. C. Michael: This captivating illustration depicts soldiers transitioning from the harsh realities of trench warfare to the comforts of home during their furloughs. It symbolizes hope amidst adversity and serves as a reminder that respite can heal even the deepest wounds. Studies of Life and Character at a Railway Station (engraving): Furlough becomes an opportunity for observation in this engraving capturing life at a railway station. Soldiers returning home or departing for duty are depicted alongside civilians going about their daily lives—a poignant reminder that war touches all aspects of society. Marshall Space Flight Center Director Jody Singer addresses Marshall employees regarding the effects of just-ended furloughs: In modern times, furloughs extend beyond military contexts. Here we witness how leaders address employees after periods of leave—acknowledging both challenges faced and renewed energy brought back to work. Furlough painting 1875 Albumen silver print.