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Republican Troops attacking the Alcazar, Toledo; Spanish Civ
Photograph showing a unit of Republican troops attacking the Alcazar at Toledo during the Spanish Civil War, 1936. At the beginning of the Spanish Civil War

The Barrack Stores of the Alcazar, Toledo; Spanish Civil War
Photograph showing the ruined barrack stores of the Alcazar at Toledo after the 70 day siege during the Spanish Civil War, 1936

The Knight and the Lady (colour litho)
1040902 The Knight and the Lady (colour litho) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Knight and the Lady)

An Episode of the Campaign in Upper Burma (engraving)
1055250 An Episode of the Campaign in Upper Burma (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Episode of the Campaign in Upper Burma)

Richard Dale, Naval
RICHARD DALE American naval commander who joined the British navy but promptly switched to the U.S. Navy, served under Paul Jones and blockaded Tripoli. Date: 1756 - 1826

Kemmendine - basha fire - Rangoon - Fire-fighting equipment arrives promptly and Doug and I got to watch it extinguished and surrounding houses being wet down by hoses from water trucks

Germans taken by the French
Germans photographed in their trench by a French soldier from a distance of 15 metres. The Germans were asked if they would like to have their photograph taken

Merlin Forsaken
Merlin reveals the secrets of his magic to Vivien, who promptly deserts him

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Amidst the chaos of war, prompt action is key. Witness the Republican troops' swift assault on the Alcazar in Toledo during the Spanish Civil War, where every second counted. The Barrack Stores of the Alcazar stood as a formidable fortress, but the determined troops pressed on. Elsewhere, a knight and his lady, captured in a vibrant color lithograph, exemplify the importance of readiness and quick thinking. In the campaign in Upper Burma, an engraving depicts soldiers in action, their prompt response to enemy advances potentially saving lives. Naval hero Richard Dale, with his unwavering speed and agility, turned the tide in a crucial sea battle. The basha fire in Rangoon saw the French forces act decisively against their adversaries. And even in the face of adversity, as seen in the haunting image of 'Merlin Forsaken,' the power of prompt action can offer hope and salvation.