Munitions Collection (page 4)

Sentry at a powder keg, in Mantua, which kills the soldier sent to replace him by mistaking him for an aggressor
2815308 Sentry at a powder keg, in Mantua, which kills the soldier sent to replace him by mistaking him for an aggressor (colour litho) by Beltrame

Our Arsenal at Woolwich (litho)
1593556 Our Arsenal at Woolwich (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Arsenal at Woolwich, casting Six-Inch Shells for Naval Guns)

Women Operators, 1919 (pastel on paper)
CIV214957 Women Operators, 1919 (pastel on paper) by Reid, George Agnew (1860-1947); 122.8x168.2 cm; Canadian War Museum, Ottawa, Canada; © Canadian War Museum; Canadian, out of copyright

Leaving the Munitions Works, 1919 (w / c on paper)
2616457 Leaving the Munitions Works, 1919 (w/c on paper) by Knights, Winifred (1899-1947); Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art; British, out of copyright

Leaving the Munitions Works, 1919 (w / c on paper)
2651679 Leaving the Munitions Works, 1919 (w/c on paper) by Knights, Winifred (1899-1947); 27x32 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Provenance: Allan Gwynne Jones.); © Liss Fine Art; British

King Edward VII firing one of Sir Hiram Maxims guns (b / w photo)
3642037 King Edward VII firing one of Sir Hiram Maxims guns (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward VII firing one of Sir Hiram Maxims guns)

Munitions girl powdering her face in the reflection of a shell casing (colour litho)
6000043 Munitions girl powdering her face in the reflection of a shell casing (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Female war-workers, WW1 (b / w photo)
5998038 Female war-workers, WW1 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Female war-workers, WW1)

The Manufacture of Gun-Barrels, at Birmingham (engraving)
1625376 The Manufacture of Gun-Barrels, at Birmingham (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Manufacture of Gun-Barrels, at Birmingham)

Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun at Woolwich Arsenal, welding the Coil (engraving)
1620179 Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun at Woolwich Arsenal, welding the Coil (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun (engraving)
1620281 Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun)

Three generations: A. P. Kalganov with son and granddaughter posed outdoors at
698960 Three generations: A.P. Kalganov with son and granddaughter posed outdoors at the Zlatoust arms plant; the last two work in the shops of the plant, Russian Empire

Explosion of a Cartridge Factory at Dunkirk (engraving)
1104879 Explosion of a Cartridge Factory at Dunkirk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Explosion of a Cartridge Factory at Dunkirk)

The War (engraving)
1106361 The War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Confederate 32-pounder gun captured outside Yorktown, Virginia, c. July 1862 (b / w photo)
869214 Confederate 32-pounder gun captured outside Yorktown, Virginia, c. July 1862 (b/w photo) by Barnard, George N. (1819-1902); Private Collection; (add.info)

An Italian ammunition convoy on a supply route near Udine taken under German artillery
STC406156 An Italian ammunition convoy on a supply route near Udine taken under German artillery fire (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century)

Sinews of war at Suvla Bay transported thousands of miles by our merchant marine
STC466133 Sinews of war at Suvla Bay transported thousands of miles by our merchant marine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallipoli Campaign)

At the breechloading gun (colour litho)
2775622 At the breechloading gun (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the breechloading gun)

The New Shell Factory at Woolwich (engraving)
2772464 The New Shell Factory at Woolwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Shell Factory at Woolwich)

Collar of bandoleers (bandoliers), a shoulder belt used to hold sets of ammunition, with cords, rings, bullet-bag and primer. Date: 17th century

Under the sign of the Red Cross (colour litho)
2778432 Under the sign of the Red Cross (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Under the sign of the Red Cross)

The palace of peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2786581 The palace of peace. Illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The palace of peace)

The overwhelming Italian advance in Greece, before the Hellenic surrender (Colour Litho)
2778556 The overwhelming Italian advance in Greece, before the Hellenic surrender (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Front of work (colour litho)
2784232 Front of work (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the factories for the production of war, Italian women work carefully, assiduous)

Douglas a-26 Invaders, railway track, Siegfried Line
Vintage World War II photograph - official US military photo: Douglas a-26 Invader bombers dropping their munitions on a railway track, Siegfried Line

Experiments with Gun-Cotton and Gunpowder, near Hastings (engraving)
1613696 Experiments with Gun-Cotton and Gunpowder, near Hastings (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Experiments with Gun-Cotton and Gunpowder)

Disembarking the Italian Hundred-Ton Gun arrived at Spezia from Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving)
1602602 Disembarking the Italian Hundred-Ton Gun arrived at Spezia from Newcastle-on-Tyne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hales Rocket Factory, at Rotherhithe (engraving)
1601718 Hales Rocket Factory, at Rotherhithe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hales Rocket Factory, at Rotherhithe)

Shell Factory, Woolwich Arsenal (litho)
1595693 Shell Factory, Woolwich Arsenal (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shell Factory, Woolwich Arsenal)

Woolwich Arsenal, the Shell Factory (engraving)
1595666 Woolwich Arsenal, the Shell Factory (engraving) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woolwich Arsenal, the Shell Factory)

Women working in factory, Newcastle, from British Artists at the Front
STC255935 Women working in factory, Newcastle, from British Artists at the Front, Continuation of The Western Front, 1918 (colour litho) by Lavery

Women working in munitions factory, Bridgeport, Conneticut (engraving)
PNP270201 Women working in munitions factory, Bridgeport, Conneticut (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The different types of work for Parisian women before and during the 1st World War
CHT307819 The different types of work for Parisian women before and during the 1st World War, cover illustration of Le Petit Journal, 26th November, 1916 (colour litho) by French School

Save your old waste paper for conversion into munitions: a vital contribution to the war effort. Double page spread from The Illustrated London News. Date: 1941

British munition girl, World War I, 1914-1918 (colour litho)
5232422 British munition girl, World War I, 1914-1918 (colour litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: British munition girl, World War I, 1914-1918)

The Wings of Victory (engraving)
6034569 The Wings of Victory (engraving) by Partridge, Bernard (1861-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wings of Victory)

L Usine Ehrhardt (b / w photo)
6006529 L Usine Ehrhardt (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Usine Ehrhardt)

ILN cover - Bren-carriers being entrained
Open rail trucks being loaded with Bren-gun carriers by their crews in June 1940, when all munitions production in Britain was ramped up in the face of a threat of German invasion. Date: 1940

New York artillerymen with a heavy gun in Fort Corcoran, spring 1862 (b / w photo)
869215 New York artillerymen with a heavy gun in Fort Corcoran, spring 1862 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonel Tyler and the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery at Fort Richardson
869207 Colonel Tyler and the 1st Connecticut Heavy Artillery at Fort Richardson, late 1861 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bearded Col. Robert O)

The tremendous casting (Colour Litho)
2778566 The tremendous casting (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The terrible casting)

King George V visits a shell filling factory (b / w photo)
3656526 King George V visits a shell filling factory (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King George V visits a shell filling factory)

Firing a Krupp gun to test it (b / w photo)
3642087 Firing a Krupp gun to test it (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firing a Krupp gun to test it)

Furnace for making cannon balls in the days of Trafalgar. circa 1805

Group photograph of munitionettes, WW1
Group photograph of munitionettes with shells at their feet during the First World War inside a munitions factory, in the north east of England. Front and centre is Marion McNeill. Date: ww1

WW1 wicker shell cases recycled as umbrella stands, 1915
Wicker carrying-cases for German shells, repurposed as umbrella stands in France, 1915. Date: 1915

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"Munitions: Unveiling the Hidden Heroes of War" A glimpse into history: A German propaganda poster from WW1 showcases the power in shaping the outcome of battles. Breaking barriers: In 1917, a women's war workers football match in London defied gender norms, highlighting their crucial role in munitions production during WW1. Honoring dedication: David Lloyd George's visit to Newport during WW1 acknowledges the immense contribution of munition workers towards victory on the frontlines. Mobilizing strength: The iconic "Women of Britain" World War Two poster encourages women to join the workforce and support munitions production for national defense. Capturing resilience: Fortunio Matania's artwork immortalizes female munition workers, showcasing their determination and sacrifice during times of conflict. Advancing firepower: Witness the formidable Brimstone air-to-ground missile mounted on a triple launcher, exemplifying technological advancements in modern-day munitions. Engineering excellence: Swindon Works' 8in howitzer gun carriage on an Open B wagon stands as a testament to British craftsmanship during WW1. Recognizing valor: Women receive well-deserved honors for their unwavering commitment as they stepped up to fill vital roles within the munitions industry during WW1. Fueling victory responsibly: A poignant WWII poster reminds citizens not to waste precious resources with its clever slogan - "Don't be fuel-ish. " Empowering women through work: Known as "Lloyd George's Munition Girls, " these brave individuals played an instrumental role in supporting Britain's war efforts during WW1. Noble service by Lady Constance Stewart-Richardson shines light upon influential figures who championed women's involvement in wartime industries during WW1. Sterling Ladies rise above adversity as they form a remarkable all-female football team amidst the chaos of WW1, showcasing their resilience and unity in munitions factories.