Joffre Collection

Wartime Toby jugs, WW1
Advertisement for Soane & Smith of Oxford Street, promoting their range of Toby jugs based on wartime leaders, principally Sir David Beatty, Sir Douglas Haig, Lord Jellicoe, Marshal Joffre

George V with military leaders during First World War
King George V in army uniform with British and French military leaders during the First World War. They are standing outside General Joffres chateau at Beauquesne in northern France

Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig, David Lloyd George, General
A photograph of a meeting between political and military leaders of the Allies in France, 1916. The group includes Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig (1861-1928)

Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Creator: Jacquier, Henri (1878-1921)
Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Private Collection

Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Creator: Jacquier, Henri (1878-1921)
Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Private Collection

Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Creator: Pirou, Eugène (1841-1909)
Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Private Collection

Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Creator: Pirou, Eugène (1841-1909)
Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931). Private Collection

General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I
3779505 General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I; (add.info.: General Joffre congratulates a hero in World War I. (Chief of Rench General Staff)); Lebrecht History

General Joffre, c1915, (1920). Creator: Henri Manuel
General Joffre, c1915, (1920). Portrait of Joseph Joffre, French First World War general. Joffre (1852-1931) was declared the saviour of France when the German advance was halted at the Battle of

General Joffre, France

General Joffre, France, during WW1

King George V President Poincare Sir Douglas Haig Marshall Foch and general Joffre during WW1

The Defeat of the Tuaregs, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 30th April 1894 (colour litho)
CHT173709 The Defeat of the Tuaregs, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 30th April 1894 (colour litho) by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; © Archives Charmet

Wounded soldiers and sailors feeding seals at a tea-concert (litho)
608519 Wounded soldiers and sailors feeding seals at a tea-concert (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joffre)

Joseph Joffre, French General
Joseph Joffre (1852-1931), French General, Commander-in-Chief of the French Army. Date: circa 1913-1914

Peace celebration in Paris, Foch, Joffre and Poincare
Peace celebration in Paris after the First World War, including Marshal Ferdinand Foch, General Joseph Joffre and President Raymond Poincare at the Hotel de Ville

Lord Kitchener walking down steps with general Joffre. Date: 1915

Calendar, September 1915, WW1
Calendar, September 1915 -- Marshal Joseph Joffre, First World War. By Hermann-Paul. 1915-1916

General Joffre (1852-1931), French military commander. Edward Penfield (1866-1925
528651 General Joffre (1852-1931), French military commander. Edward Penfield (1866-1925) American artist and illustrator. Cover of Colliers magazine, 16 October 1915. World War I

British and French leaders during World War One, from The Year 1916 Illustrated
498917 British and French leaders during World War One, from The Year 1916 Illustrated. by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From left to right, M)

Regrouping, Russia, Great Britain, France & Italy fleeing before the Austrians
CHT211365 Regrouping, Russia, Great Britain, France & Italy fleeing before the Austrians and Germans on the horizon, First World war postcard (colour litho) by Austrian School

Famous French Leaders: General Joffre, General D Urbal, and General Foch. 1916. Joseph Joffre, Commander-in-Chief on the Western Front with officer Victor d Urbal

Belgian, British and French positions, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Belgian, British and French positions, First World War, 1915, (c1920). " Joffres Wall" : the Allies line in France and Belgium at the beginning of February

General Joseph Joffre and King Albert I, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
General Joseph Joffre and King Albert I, First World War, c1915, (c1920). The National Heroes of France and Belgium: a meeting at the Front between General Joffre (on the left) and King Albert

General Joffre, (1919). Creator: Unknown
General Joffre, (1919). Portrait of Joseph Joffre, French First World War general. Joffre (1852-1931) was declared the saviour of France when the German advance was halted at the Battle of the Marne

The Meeting of the British and French Ministers of War, 1915, (1919). Creator: Unknown
The Meeting of the British and French Ministers of War, 1915, (1919). Scene from the First World War: [British Field Marshal] Lord Kitchener leaving the French Headquarters in Paris

Marshal Ferdinand Foch and General Joseph Joffre during victory parade, Paris, France, 1918. Photograph from a series of glass plate stereoview images depicting scenes from World War I (1914-1918)

King George V in France, World War I, 1916. During the Battle of the Somme. Left to right: General Joseph Joffre, (1852-1931)

General Sir Douglas Haig introducing General Joffre to Lieutenant-General Sir Pertab Singh, 1916. During the Somme Offensive, France, World War I, July-November 1916

Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931), Marshal of France. Artist: Jacquier, Henri (1878-1921)
Portrait of Joseph Joffre (1852-1931), Marshal of France. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Marshal Joffre, French soldier, 1920. Joseph Joffre (1852-1931) was declared the saviour of France when the German advance was halted at the Battle of the Marne in September 1914

Sir Douglas Haig emphasises a point at the front, France, First World War, 1916-1918, (c1920). Douglas Haig, commander in chief of British forces

Joseph Joffre, Lord Kitchener and General Baratier, France, World War I, 16 August 1915. The French commander-in-chief and the British Secretary of State for War with General Albert Baratier

Joseph Joffre, French First World War general (1926). Joffre (1852-1931) was declared the saviour of France when the German advance was halted at the Battle of the Marne in September 1914

French crowds cheering Pershing and Joffre, Hotel Crillon, Paris, First World War, 1917. General John Joseph Black Jack Pershing (1860-1948) led the American Expeditionary Force in Europe (1914-1918)

Marshal Joffre and Viviani arrive in New York, First World War, 9 May 1917. Joffre, Commander-in-Chief of the French army, and Rene Viviani, Prime Minister of France when war broke out in 1914

French President Raymond Poincare meeting General Joseph Joffre, 1914. The French head of state meeting with the Commander-in-Chief of the army

Marshal Joffres tribute to the Marquis de Lafayette, Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York, USA, 1917. Joffre saluting the sculpture of Lafayette

Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre, Commander in Chief of French Armies, 1914-1916, (1926). Joffre (1852-1931) was declared the saviour of France when the German advance was halted at the Battle of

General Joseph Joffre, 1915. The Grandfather, christmas for all soldiers of France. A print from Le Pays de France, 23rd December 1915

The Liberator of France, 1914-1918. The headquarters of General Joffre on the night of the 6th September 1914. Joffre commanded the French Army at the First Battle of the Marne

Marshals Foch and Joffre during the grand victory parade, Paris, France, 14 July 1919. Joffre, Commander-in Chief of the French Army at the beginning of the First World War and Foch

General Joseph Joffre handing out medals, Alsace, France, 1915
General Joseph Joffre handing out medals to French colonial troops, Alsace, France, 1915. Joffre commanded the Frances army during the first two years of the First World War

From Left To Right, M. Albert Thomas, French Minister Of Munitions, Sir Douglas Haig And General Joffre In Conversation With Mr. Lloyd George During His Visit To The Somme Front During World War One

British And French Leaders During World War One. From Left To Right, M. Albert Thomas, Sir Douglas Haig, General Joffre And Mr. Lloyd George. From The Year 1916 Illustrated

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Joseph Jacques CA©saire Joffre, 1852 To 1931. French General During World War I
Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre, 1852 To 1931. French General During World War I. From The Illustrated War News, 1914

General Joffre Sympathising With One Of His Wounded Soldiers During World War I. Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre, 1852 To 1931. French General, Commander-In-Chief Of The French Army

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"Marshal Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre: A Resolute Leader in the Tumultuous Times of WW1" During the chaos of World War I, one name stood out as a symbol of unwavering leadership and strategic brilliance - Marshal Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre. Known for his iconic appearance with his distinctive mustache, General Joffre played a pivotal role in shaping the course of history. As we delve into this remarkable figure's life, we are reminded of the impact he had on both France and the world. From Wartime Toby jugs to English-made war dolls, Joffre's influence extended beyond military tactics; it became deeply ingrained in popular culture. In 1914, amidst the turmoil that engulfed Europe, King George V joined forces with President Poincare and Sir Douglas Haig to form an alliance against their common enemy. Together they strategized under General Joffre's guidance to ensure victory for their nations. Joffre's indomitable spirit resonated throughout France during WW1. His presence on battlefields instilled hope among soldiers who fought valiantly under his command. The image captured by Henri Manuel showcases him at his prime – a resolute leader ready to face any challenge head-on. Beyond mere military prowess, Marshal Joffre was also known for fostering international relationships. He engaged in crucial conversations with influential figures like General Pershing from America, further solidifying alliances that would shape future events. The significance of General Joffre cannot be overstated when considering the broader context of World War I. His leadership skills were instrumental in guiding troops through treacherous terrains and devastating battles while maintaining morale amidst unimaginable hardships. Even after the war ended in 1918, Marshal Joseph Jacques Cesaire Joffre remained an emblematic figure whose legacy endured long after peace was restored. His contributions continue to inspire generations as we reflect on the sacrifices made during those tumultuous times.