Naval Uniforms Collection

Vice admiral in the French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912651 Vice admiral in the French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a vice admiral or vice-amiral in the French Navy, 1844. Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after A)

Sailors in front of a decorated ship's stern, 1889 (chromolithograph)
5912649 Sailors in front of a decorated ship's stern, 1889 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Frontispiece illustration showing 18th)

Flags of the maritime powers (print)
5912658 Flags of the maritime powers (print); (add.info.: Flags of the maritime powers, pavillons des puissances maritimes, 1844. Including France, Great Britan, Belgium Holland, Russia, etc)

Uniform of a sailor in boarding clothes, French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912657 Uniform of a sailor in boarding clothes, French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a sailor in boarding clothes (matelot, costume d'abordage) French Navy, 1844

Uniform of a ship's captain, French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912655 Uniform of a ship's captain, French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a ship's captain, capitaine de vaisseau, French Navy, 1844)

Uniform of a naval student of the first grade, 1844 (print)
5912652 Uniform of a naval student of the first grade, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a naval student of the first grade, Eleve de premiere classe, 1844)

Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after A. Gusman from Eugene Panini's Marine, arsenaux, navires, equipages
5912656 Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after A. Gusman from Eugene Panini's Marine, arsenaux, navires, equipages, navigation, atterages, combats, L. Curmer, Paris, 1844

Uniform of a first mate, premier maitre, French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912653 Uniform of a first mate, premier maitre, French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a first mate, premier maitre, French Navy, 1844)

Admiral in the French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912650 Admiral in the French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of an admiral or amiral in the French Navy, 1844. Handcoloured woodblock print by Pauquet after Andre Castan from Eugene)

Uniform of a ship's ensign, enseigne de vaisseau, French Navy, 1844 (print)
5912654 Uniform of a ship's ensign, enseigne de vaisseau, French Navy, 1844 (print); (add.info.: Uniform of a ship's ensign, enseigne de vaisseau, French Navy, 1844)

Captain Johnny Newcome saying goodbye to old crew members and veterans at Greenwich Hospital
6337355 Captain Johnny Newcome saying goodbye to old crew members and veterans at Greenwich Hospital by Williams, Charles (Ansell) (c.1797-1850) (after); (add.info)

Celebrations in honour of the Visit of the Russian Fleet in Toulon
CHT191845 Celebrations in honour of the Visit of the Russian Fleet in Toulon, cover of le Petit Journal, 21st October 1893 (colour litho) by French School

Naval Uniforms (engraving)
1609074 Naval Uniforms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Naval Uniforms. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 September 1857)

The New Naval Uniforms (engraving)
1608816 The New Naval Uniforms (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Naval Uniforms. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 May 1856)

Marines seen here in their bomb proof shelters at the last line of defence on the Lierre Road, the key to the defence of Antwerp, which is only about two miles distant

Marines from the British Naval Brigade seen here cooking lunch on the Lierre Road, the key to the defence of Antwerp, which is only about two miles distant. Circa October 1st 1914

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Naval uniforms have a long and storied history, dating back centuries to the days of wooden ships and iron men. These distinctive outfits not only serve as a symbol of pride and tradition for sailors around the world, but also play a crucial role in ensuring their safety and effectiveness at sea. From the classic white dress uniform worn on formal occasions to the more practical blue camouflage worn during combat operations, they can designed with both functionality and style in mind. Each element of the uniform serves a specific purpose, whether it's the bell-bottom trousers that make it easier to roll them up when swabbing decks or the epaulettes that denote rank and command authority. But beyond their practicality, it also carry deep symbolic meaning. The crisp lines and sharp creases of a sailor's uniform speak to discipline and attention to detail, while insignias and ribbons tell stories of valor and service. In times of war or peace, these uniforms stand as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of those who wear them. So next time you see a sailor in their crisp whites or battle-ready blues, take a moment to appreciate not just the fabric they wear but all that it represents – duty, honor, courage, and tradition. Naval uniforms may just be cloth and thread, but they are so much more than that – they are symbols of an enduring legacy that stretches across oceans and through time.