Naval Uniform Collection

Youthful Intrepidity: Young Nelsons Attack and Chase after a Polar Bear when with
COB82097 Youthful Intrepidity: Young Nelsons Attack and Chase after a Polar Bear when with Capt. Lutwidge on his voyage of discovery towards the North Pole from Edward Ormes Graphic History of

Captain James Cook taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown, 1770. James Cook (1728-1779), English explorer, navigator and hydrographer, made three voyages of discovery

The Prince and Princess of Wales with their family on board the royal yacht, 19th century (1910). The future King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra with their children Prince Albert, Duke of Clarence

George VI, Admiral of the Fleet in the Royal Navy, 1936. The future King George VI (1895-1902) served in the Navy from 1910 until 1918

The sailor lads of the training ship HMS Lion at Devonport, Devon, 1896. Artist: WM Crockett
The sailor lads of the training ship HMS Lion at Devonport, Devon, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 21st August 1896

A marching out battalion parade on board the training ship HMS Lion, 1896. Artist: WM Crockett
A marching out battalion parade on board the training ship HMS Lion, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 7th August 1896

The Prince of Wales signing a visitors book in Canada, c1920s. The future King Edward VIII signs his name during a royal visit

John Cassin, 1806. Creator: Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin
John Cassin, 1806

William IV, King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1830, (1932). Artist: Rosalind Thornycroft
William IV, King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1830, (1932). The last Hanoverian king of Britain, William (1765-1837) succeeded his elder brother, George IV

The Look Out, c1890-c1893. Artist: William Christian Symons
The Look Out, c1890-c1893. A print from Her Majestys Navy Including its Deeds and Battles, by Lieut Chas Rathbone Low, Volume I, JS Virtue & Co, London, 1890-1893

Mr Saunders, HMS Powerful
Man in uniform with rifle. Hatband HMS Powerful, May 1900 Walter Kevis Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Kevis 1/S55

Lowering the Ensign at Sunset, c1890-c1893. Artist: William Christian Symons
Lowering the Ensign at Sunset, c1890-c1893. A print from Her Majestys Navy Including its Deeds and Battles, by Lieut Chas Rathbone Low, Volume III, JS Virtue & Co, London, 1890-1893

Adam Duncan, 1st Viscount Duncan of Camperdown (engraving)
XJF392692 Adam Duncan, 1st Viscount Duncan of Camperdown (engraving) by Hoppner, John (1758-1810) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adam Duncan (1731-1804)

Sims & Burrage, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service. Sims & Burrage, between c1915 and c1920
Sims & Burrage, between c1915 and c1920. Shows William Sowden Sims (1858-1936), who was the leader of U.S. Naval forces in Europe during World War I.

Sousa, 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Sousa, 1918. Shows composer and conductor John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) conducting a band in a street, probably in New York City.

Fletcher and Badger shaking hands, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Fletcher and Badger shaking hands, between c1910 and c1915.

Adm. Sir Percy Scott, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Adm. Sir Percy Scott, between c1910 and c1915.

Capt. Jack Adams boarding RECRUIT, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Capt. Jack Adams boarding RECRUIT, 1917. Captain Jack Adams boarding the USS Recruit, a wooden mockup of a battleship built in Union Square

Digby Morton, Phila. Boy Scout, and U.S. Jackies at "Eagle" hut in London, between c1915 and 1918. American sailors and other military personnel with Digby Morton

Barnard Canteen, 1918 or 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Barnard Canteen, 1918 or 1919. Soldiers and women playing instruments in the Columbia University Gould Boathouse, 115th and Riverside Drive, New York City

Barnard Canteen, 1918 or 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Barnard Canteen, 1918 or 1919. Soldiers seated around a table in the Columbia University Gould Boathouse, 115th and Riverside Drive, New York City

Lecturing naval cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Lecturing naval cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Students listening to teachers at the New York Cooking School, 126 East 59th Street. The school trained soldiers to cook for the Navy during World War I.

Naval student cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
Naval student cooks, between c1915 and 1918. Students at a cooking range at the New York Cooking School, 126 East 59th Street. The school trained soldiers to cook for the Navy during World War I.

Arnold Adriaan Buyskes (1771-1838). Commissaris-generaal (1816-19), c.1865. Creator: Unknown
Arnold Adriaan Buyskes (1771-1838). Commissaris-generaal (1816-19), c.1865

Officers and their visitors, German navy, 1893. Creator: Unknown
Officers and their visitors, German navy, 1893

U.S.S. Vixen, Capt. and officers, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Vixen, Capt. and officers, between 1890 and 1901

U.S.S. Vermont, Capt. Casey, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Vermont, Capt. Casey, between 1890 and 1901

U.S.S. Raleigh, a visit from the family, between 1894 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Raleigh, a visit from the family, between 1894 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Farquhar leaving the ship, 1899, 1899. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Farquhar leaving the ship, 1899, 1899

U.S.S. Newark, the apothecary, between 1891 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Newark, the apothecary, between 1891 and 1901

U.S.S. Newark, Captain Farquhar, between 1891 and 1899. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Newark, Captain Farquhar, between 1891 and 1899

U.S.S. Newark galley, between 1891 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Newark galley, between 1891 and 1901

U.S.S. Massachusetts buglers and drummer, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Massachusetts buglers and drummer, between 1896 and 1901

U.S.S. Maine ward room officers, 1896, 1896. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine ward room officers, 1896, 1896

U.S.S. Maine Board of Inquiry into destruction of Maine, between 1898 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Maine Board of Inquiry into destruction of Maine, between 1898 and 1901

U.S.S. Massachusetts, 6 inch gun and crew, between 1896 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Massachusetts, 6 inch gun and crew, between 1896 and 1901

Capt. N.H. Farquhar, Bureau of Yards and Docks, between 1890 and 1894. Creator: Unknown
Capt. N.H. Farquhar, Bureau of Yards and Docks, between 1890 and 1894

New York Naval Reserves at church service on U.S.S. NewHampshire, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
New York Naval Reserves at church service on U.S.S. NewHampshire, between 1890 and 1901

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Horatio Nelson, 1800s, (2023). Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Horatio Nelson, 1800s, (2023). Nelson (1758-1805) was a British flag officer in the Royal Navy. He was noted for his inspirational leadership, superb grasp of strategy

Portrait of Vice Admiral Fredrik Henrik af Chapman, 1808, early 19th century. Creator: Anders Gustaf Andersson
Portrait of Vice Admiral Fredrik Henrik af Chapman, 1808, early 19th century

Per Ulrik Lilliehorn, 1752-1806, c18th century. Creator: Anon
Per Ulrik Lilliehorn, 1752-1806, c18th century

Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; Le contre-amiral sir Robert Keith Arbuthnot, qui perit... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Au fort de la bataille Jutland ; Le contre-amiral sir Robert Keith Arbuthnot, qui perit avec le "Defence", battant son pavillon, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV

Le contre-amiral Horace Hood, qui perit avec "l'Invincible", battant son pavillon, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

Le vice-amiral sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre des croiseurs de bataille britann... 1916. Creator: Unknown
Le vice-amiral sir David Beatty, commandant l'escadre des croiseurs de bataille britanniques, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVII

U.S.S. New York, morning report, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, morning report, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, marine guard, between 1893 and 1901

U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Admiral Sampson's son and Pitch the mascot, between 1893 and 1901

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"From Captain James Cook to the Prince of Wales: A Journey through Naval Uniforms" Step back in time and explore the rich history of naval uniforms, as we embark on a captivating journey. Our first stop takes us to 1770, where Captain James Cook proudly donned his naval uniform while taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown. Moving forward, we encounter John Cassin's remarkable artwork from 1806, depicting Charles Balthazar Julien Fevret de Saint-Memin's creation - a stunning representation of a naval uniform that exudes elegance and authority. Fast forward to 1896, where we find ourselves aboard the training ship HMS Lion at Devonport. The sailor lads proudly display their impeccable uniforms as they march out for a battalion parade. WM Crockett skillfully captures this moment, immortalizing their dedication and discipline. In 1936, George VI graces our presence as Admiral of the Fleet in the Royal Navy. His majestic naval uniform symbolizes power and leadership during an era filled with challenges and triumphs. William IV makes his appearance in Rosalind Thornycroft's artwork from 1932. As King of Great Britain and Ireland, he showcases regality through his intricately designed naval attire. The Look Out by William Christian Symons transports us to c1890-c1893 when sailors stood watch atop ships dressed impeccably in their navy blue uniforms – ever vigilant guardians protecting maritime territories. Joining royalty on board the royal yacht during the 19th century (1910), we witness how even amidst leisurely moments at sea, proper attire is maintained by all members of society – including children - reflecting respect for tradition and protocol. Mr Saunders stands tall aboard HMS Powerful – his distinguished uniform representing honor earned through service to Queen and country. Each thread woven into its fabric tells tales untold yet deeply ingrained within maritime history.