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Other Ranks Collection

"Unsung Heroes: The Backbone of the Military" From the bustling Batteries to distant lands, these other ranks tirelessly served their nations with unwavering dedication

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Sappers at work in the Batteries, 1857 (coloured lithograph)

Sappers at work in the Batteries, 1857 (coloured lithograph)
5927014 A Sappers at work in the BatteriesA, 1857 (coloured lithograph) by Atkinson, George Francklin (1822-59) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Sappers at work in the BatteriesA)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Sergeant and two Other Ranks from the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c. 1889 (w / c)

Sergeant and two Other Ranks from the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c. 1889 (w / c)
5929624 Sergeant and two Other Ranks from the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c.1889 (w/c) by Donne, Benjamin Donisthorpe Alsop (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Soldiers in the snow, 1854 circa (w / c)

Soldiers in the snow, 1854 circa (w / c)
5921032 Soldiers in the snow, 1854 circa (w/c) by Adkinson, Richard (fl.1854); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Soldiers in the snow, 1854 circa)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Inspection, Cheshire Regiment, Johannesburg, 1900 (b / w photo)

Inspection, Cheshire Regiment, Johannesburg, 1900 (b / w photo)
5920878 Inspection, Cheshire Regiment, Johannesburg, 1900 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: A Sapper of the Madras Sappers and Miners, 1857 (colour litho)

A Sapper of the Madras Sappers and Miners, 1857 (colour litho)
5929621 A Sapper of the Madras Sappers and Miners, 1857 (colour litho) by Reynolds, P.W. (fl.1857-89) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Sapper of the Madras Sappers and Miners)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: 14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, c. 1900 (photograph, stereoscopic)

14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, c. 1900 (photograph, stereoscopic)
5929092 14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, c.1900 (photograph, stereoscopic) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: The occupation of Pretoria, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)

The occupation of Pretoria, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)
5920870 The occupation of Pretoria, South Africa, 1899 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: A soldier of the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c. 1889 (w / c)

A soldier of the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c. 1889 (w / c)
5929625 A soldier of the 10th Sudanese Battalion, c.1889 (w/c) by Donne, Benjamin Donisthorpe Alsop (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A soldier of the 10th Sudanese Battalion)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: 14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, 1900 circa (b / w photo)

14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, 1900 circa (b / w photo)
5924785 14th Hussars leaving Maitland Camp, South Africa, 1900 circa (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Sergeant C Bennet of the 1st Airlanding Brigade, Arnhem, 27 September 1944 (b / w photo)

Sergeant C Bennet of the 1st Airlanding Brigade, Arnhem, 27 September 1944 (b / w photo)
5922347 Sergeant C Bennet of the 1st Airlanding Brigade, Arnhem, 27 September 1944 (b/w photo) by Smith, D.M. Sgt. (fl.1939-45); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Orange River Hospital, South Africa, 1900 circa (b / w photo)

Orange River Hospital, South Africa, 1900 circa (b / w photo)
5920883 Orange River Hospital, South Africa, 1900 circa (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Tenderly they lift him - Orange River Hospital)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Non-commissioned officers of the 8th (The King s) Regiment of Foot, 1879 (b / w photo)

Non-commissioned officers of the 8th (The King s) Regiment of Foot, 1879 (b / w photo)
5920019 Non-commissioned officers of the 8th (The King s) Regiment of Foot, 1879 (b/w photo) by Bourne & Shepherd (19th-20th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Sergeant of Foot Guards ammunition pouch, post-1855

Sergeant of Foot Guards ammunition pouch, post-1855
5921019 Sergeant of Foot Guards ammunition pouch, post-1855 by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sergeant of Foot Guards ammunition pouch, post-1855)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Colour Sergeants full dress tunic, 1855 circa (fabric)

Colour Sergeants full dress tunic, 1855 circa (fabric)
5921008 Colour Sergeants full dress tunic, 1855 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Colour Sergeants full dress tunic, 1855 circa)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Other Ranks Field Service cap cover, 1855 circa (fabric)

Other Ranks Field Service cap cover, 1855 circa (fabric)
5920998 Other Ranks Field Service cap cover, 1855 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Other Ranks Field Service cap cover, 1855 circa)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal)

Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal)
5920791 Victoria Cross, Sergeant J Danagher, 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1881 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Egypt Medal 1882-89, with clasp: Suakin, awarded to Trooper Whitter

Egypt Medal 1882-89, with clasp: Suakin, awarded to Trooper Whitter, New South Wales Artillery (metal)
5920759 Egypt Medal 1882-89, with clasp: Suakin, awarded to Trooper Whitter, New South Wales Artillery (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Pattern 1853 Indian Army Cavalry Troopers sword (metal)

Pattern 1853 Indian Army Cavalry Troopers sword (metal)
5920531 Pattern 1853 Indian Army Cavalry Troopers sword (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1853 Indian Army Cavalry Troopers sword)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Shell jacket, other ranks, 13th (1st Somersetshire) Regiment of Foot

Shell jacket, other ranks, 13th (1st Somersetshire) Regiment of Foot (Prince Alberts Light Infantry), 1848 circa
5920392 Shell jacket, other ranks, 13th (1st Somersetshire) Regiment of Foot (Prince Alberts Light Infantry), 1848 circa by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Victoria Cross, Private Thomas Duffy, 1st Madras Fusiliers, 1857 (metal)

Victoria Cross, Private Thomas Duffy, 1st Madras Fusiliers, 1857 (metal)
5920345 Victoria Cross, Private Thomas Duffy, 1st Madras Fusiliers, 1857 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Pattern 1796, Light Cavalry Troopers sword and scabbard, 1808 circa (metal)

Pattern 1796, Light Cavalry Troopers sword and scabbard, 1808 circa (metal)
5920338 Pattern 1796, Light Cavalry Troopers sword and scabbard, 1808 circa (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1796)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric)

Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric)
5919856 Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Coatee, other ranks)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Waistbelt clasp, other ranks, 14th Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1874-1903 (brass)

Waistbelt clasp, other ranks, 14th Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1874-1903 (brass)
5926454 Waistbelt clasp, other ranks, 14th Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1874-1903 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Waistbelt clasp, other ranks)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Meritorious Service Medal awarded to Sergeant Major John Wing

Meritorious Service Medal awarded to Sergeant Major John Wing, 17th (The Leicestershire) Regiment of Foot, 1847 (metal)
5925816 Meritorious Service Medal awarded to Sergeant Major John Wing, 17th (The Leicestershire) Regiment of Foot, 1847 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Gwalior Star awarded to Private John McCleary, 1st Battalion

Gwalior Star awarded to Private John McCleary, 1st Battalion, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs)
5925154 Gwalior Star awarded to Private John McCleary, 1st Battalion, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs), 1843 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Silver Regimental Medal, Private John Connors, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs)

Silver Regimental Medal, Private John Connors, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs), 1855 (metal)
5925149 Silver Regimental Medal, Private John Connors, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs), 1855 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Distinguished Conduct Medal, Colour Sergeant H Maistre, 94th Regiment of Foot (metal)

Distinguished Conduct Medal, Colour Sergeant H Maistre, 94th Regiment of Foot (metal)
5920770 Distinguished Conduct Medal, Colour Sergeant H Maistre, 94th Regiment of Foot (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: India General Service Medal, Sepoy Moneeram Jaisee, 66th Regiment Bengal Native Infantry (metal)

India General Service Medal, Sepoy Moneeram Jaisee, 66th Regiment Bengal Native Infantry (metal)
5920550 India General Service Medal, Sepoy Moneeram Jaisee, 66th Regiment Bengal Native Infantry (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Victoria Cross, Corporal Christian Ferdinand Schiess, 3rd Natal Native Contingent, 1879 (metal)

Victoria Cross, Corporal Christian Ferdinand Schiess, 3rd Natal Native Contingent, 1879 (metal)
5920389 Victoria Cross, Corporal Christian Ferdinand Schiess, 3rd Natal Native Contingent, 1879 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Other ranks glengarry badge, 68th (Durham) Regiment of Foot (Light Infantry), c

Other ranks glengarry badge, 68th (Durham) Regiment of Foot (Light Infantry), c. 1874 (glengarry badge)
5929813 Other ranks glengarry badge, 68th (Durham) Regiment of Foot (Light Infantry), c.1874 (glengarry badge) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Other ranks glengarry badge, 55th (Westmorland) Regiment, 1874-1881 (glengarry badge)

Other ranks glengarry badge, 55th (Westmorland) Regiment, 1874-1881 (glengarry badge)
5929812 Other ranks glengarry badge, 55th (Westmorland) Regiment, 1874-1881 (glengarry badge) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Other ranks glengarry badge)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Replacement Victoria Cross medal group awarded to Private Francis FitzPatrick, 94th Regiment of Foot

Replacement Victoria Cross medal group awarded to Private Francis FitzPatrick, 94th Regiment of Foot
5928754 Replacement Victoria Cross medal group awarded to Private Francis FitzPatrick, 94th Regiment of Foot, 1879 (Victoria Cross, replica) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Full dress tunic, Sergeant Robert Turner, Royal Regiment of Artillery, 1890 circa. (fabric)

Full dress tunic, Sergeant Robert Turner, Royal Regiment of Artillery, 1890 circa. (fabric)
5926275 Full dress tunic, Sergeant Robert Turner, Royal Regiment of Artillery, 1890 circa. (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: India Medal 1895-1902 awarded to Private E MacAllen, 1st Battalion

India Medal 1895-1902 awarded to Private E MacAllen, 1st Battalion, The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) (metal)
5925157 India Medal 1895-1902 awarded to Private E MacAllen, 1st Battalion, The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Gwalior Star 1843 awarded to Private Thomas Down, 1st Battalion

Gwalior Star 1843 awarded to Private Thomas Down, 1st Battalion, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs)
5925155 Gwalior Star 1843 awarded to Private Thomas Down, 1st Battalion, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs) (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Ashantee War Medal 1873-74 (metal)

Ashantee War Medal 1873-74 (metal)
5921270 Ashantee War Medal 1873-74 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Ashantee War Medal 1873-74 awarded to Privates Kirk, Royal Marines)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Africa General Service Medal 1902-56, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry

Africa General Service Medal 1902-56, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry (The Ludhiana Sikhs)
5920558 Africa General Service Medal 1902-56, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry (The Ludhiana Sikhs) (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: India Medal 1895-1902, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry

India Medal 1895-1902, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry (The Ludhiana Sikhs) (metal)
5920557 India Medal 1895-1902, Sepoy Jiwa Singh, 15th Regiment of Bengal Native Infantry (The Ludhiana Sikhs) (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Pattern 1882 ammunition pouch, 1882 circa

Pattern 1882 ammunition pouch, 1882 circa
5926673 Pattern 1882 ammunition pouch, 1882 circa by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1882 ammunition pouch, 1882 circa)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Turkish Crimean War Medal, 1855, Sergeant Frederick Peake, 13th (Light) Dragoons (metal)

Turkish Crimean War Medal, 1855, Sergeant Frederick Peake, 13th (Light) Dragoons (metal)
5924965 Turkish Crimean War Medal, 1855, Sergeant Frederick Peake, 13th (Light) Dragoons (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Mirliton, 11th Regiment of (Light) Dragoons, 1805 circa (metal and cloth)

Mirliton, 11th Regiment of (Light) Dragoons, 1805 circa (metal and cloth)
5920249 Mirliton, 11th Regiment of (Light) Dragoons, 1805 circa (metal and cloth) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Mirliton, other ranks)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric)

Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric)
5919857 Coatee, other ranks, 1st Regiment of Life Guards, 1814 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Coatee, other ranks)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Other ranks glengarry badge, 104th Regiment of Foot (Bengal Fusiliers), c

Other ranks glengarry badge, 104th Regiment of Foot (Bengal Fusiliers), c. 1874 (glengarry badge, other ranks)
5929811 Other ranks glengarry badge, 104th Regiment of Foot (Bengal Fusiliers), c.1874 (glengarry badge, other ranks) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Victoria Cross, recipient unknown, Crimean War, c. 1854 (Victoria Cross)

Victoria Cross, recipient unknown, Crimean War, c. 1854 (Victoria Cross)
5928939 Victoria Cross, recipient unknown, Crimean War, c.1854 (Victoria Cross) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Victoria Cross, recipient unknown)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Pattern 1882 infantry braces, 1882 circa (leather)

Pattern 1882 infantry braces, 1882 circa (leather)
5926670 Pattern 1882 infantry braces, 1882 circa (leather) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pattern 1882 infantry braces, 1882 circa)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Turkish Crimean War Medal 1854-1856, Private John Connors VC

Turkish Crimean War Medal 1854-1856, Private John Connors VC, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs). (metal)
5925146 Turkish Crimean War Medal 1854-1856, Private John Connors VC, 3rd (The East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs). (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Spurs, Private William Sewell, 13th (Light) Dragoons, 1855 circa (metal)

Spurs, Private William Sewell, 13th (Light) Dragoons, 1855 circa (metal)
5924665 Spurs, Private William Sewell, 13th (Light) Dragoons, 1855 circa (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Spurs, Private William Sewell)

Background imageOther Ranks Collection: Other ranks glengarry badge, 88th Regiment of Foot (Connaught Rangers), c

Other ranks glengarry badge, 88th Regiment of Foot (Connaught Rangers), c. 1873 (glengarry badge, other ranks)
5929392 Other ranks glengarry badge, 88th Regiment of Foot (Connaught Rangers), c.1873 (glengarry badge, other ranks) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum



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"Unsung Heroes: The Backbone of the Military" From the bustling Batteries to distant lands, these other ranks tirelessly served their nations with unwavering dedication. In the vibrant lithograph "Sappers at work in the Batteries, 1857, " we catch a glimpse of their industrious spirit as they laboriously construct fortifications and ensure safety for all. In another captivating piece titled "Private Moyse, The 3rd (East Kent, The Buffs) Regiment of Foot, refusing to kow-tow before the Tartar Mandarin Tsan-koo-lin-sin, 1860, " we witness an act of defiance that epitomizes their courage and refusal to bow down in face of adversity. Traveling back in time to circa 1803, we encounter a private from the renowned 8th West India Regiment depicted twice on canvas. These paintings capture not only his stoic presence but also shed light on the significant contributions made by soldiers from diverse backgrounds who fought valiantly for their country's cause. The aquatint prints showcasing "A Private of the 5th West India Regiment" further emphasize this point. Their inclusion highlights how soldiers from different regiments played crucial roles during pivotal moments in history. Moving forward to c. 1889, a vivid watercolor painting introduces us to Sergeant and two Other Ranks from the esteemed 10th Sudanese Battalion. This portrayal showcases camaraderie amongst troops and exemplifies their shared commitment towards protecting one another amidst challenging circumstances. Delving into historical landscapes through exquisite artwork such as "Prospect vom Fort St George" transports us back to colonial times when these brave individuals defended foreign territories with valor and resilience. Even amidst harsh winters depicted in "Soldiers in the snow, 1854 circa, " these other ranks stood tall against frostbite and freezing temperatures while safeguarding borders or assisting local communities affected by conflict.