Ramrod Collection

French Artillery - 6
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale stands beside his Gribeauval cannon on the battlefield, holding the ramrod with which he loads it

Militia or Marine Pattern. 78 in flintlock musket, 1759
Militia or Marine Pattern.78 in flintlock musket, 1759; 42 in barrel, iron ramrod, no escutcheon or tail-pipe. Date: 1759

The National Rifle Association prize meeting at Wimbledon:the Horatio Ross Prize, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The National Rifle Association prize meeting at Wimbledon:the Horatio Ross Prize, 1865....for a combined performance of running, loading, and firing...The competitor, in his stocking feet

The War in America: Howlett's battery on the James River... 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The War in America: Howlett's battery on the James River, engaging the Federal monitors - by our special artist, 1864

Arrival of H.M.S. Serapis with the Prince of Wales at Gibraltar: H.M.S. Swiftsure...1876. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of H.M.S. Serapis with the Prince of Wales at Gibraltar: H.M.S. Swiftsure firing a salute, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

Grouse-shooting - from a drawing by Harrison Weir, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Grouse-shooting - from a drawing by Harrison Weir, 1860. Blood sports. Several bags averaged above 18 brace. That of the Prince Consort and Sir George Grey and suite, in the Moss of Monaltrie

Gun practice on board H.M.S. "Brilliant", 1860. Creator: Unknown. Gun practice on board H.M.S
Gun practice on board H.M.S. "Brilliant", 1860. British seamen in the Naval Reserve: scene showing...a gun's crew at lever target-practice - in the act of laying the gun for

The Volunteer Sham Fight in Camden Park - second position of the attacking force, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Volunteer Sham Fight in Camden Park - second position of the attacking force, 1860. Fake miniature battle by British soldiers in Kent

Engagement between the "Bourbonnais" Neapolitan steam-frigate and the ship-gun battery... 1860
Engagement between the "Bourbonnais" Neapolitan steam-frigate and the ship-gun battery, Faro, August 23 - from a sketch by our special artist, 1860

The recent Tir National at Vincennes, near Paris - from a drawing by J. A. Beaucé, 1860. Creator: Smyth
The recent Tir National at Vincennes, near Paris - from a drawing by J. A. Beauce, 1860. The English volunteer and the British officer in undress, with the military attendant carrying his rifle

The Revolution in Naples - charge of Neapolitan cavalry on the national troops before Capua... 1860 Creator: Unknown
The Revolution in Naples - charge of Neapolitan cavalry on the national troops before Capua, on the 19th of September - from a sketch by our special artist in Italy, Frank Vizetelly, 1860

Kowloon Fort, opposite Hong-Kong, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Kowloon Fort, opposite Hong-Kong, 1857. Even in their guns the Chinese show their fondness for colour; those of Kowloon Fort being black, with red muzzles and mouldings

Captain Hewlett, C.B. of H.M.S. "Edinburgh", directing the movements of the "Snapper" and "Stork" Gun-Boats at a Russian Three-Decker between Gustafsvern

Gun-Room - Midshipmens Mess, Breakfast, H.M.S. "Caesar" - Baltic Fleet, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Gun-Room - Midshipmens Mess, Breakfast, H.M.S. "Caesar" - Baltic Fleet, 1856. Officers and men of the Royal Navy on board a warship during the Crimean War

Spahi (Algerian Troops), French Battery on the Heights of Balaclava - from a sketch by... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Spahi (Algerian Troops), French Battery on the Heights of Balaclava - from a sketch by Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly, 1854. Crimean War

The Allied Troops preparing to silence Inkerman, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Allied Troops preparing to silence Inkerman, 1854. Crimean War, extract from Lord Raglan's dispatch: The morning was extremely dark, with a drizzling rain

Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun at Woolwich Arsenal: the guns at the proof-butts, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Manufacture of the Armstrong Gun at Woolwich Arsenal: the guns at the proof-butts, 1862.... to fire a piece of ordnance...by the ordinary method of a man pulling a friction-tube while others are

The Reinforcements for Canada: shipping horses on board the Calcutta at Woolwich by the... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Reinforcements for Canada: shipping horses on board the Calcutta at Woolwich by the hydraulic crane, 1862. Although there is now every reason to hope - if not, indeed

Ancient double-charge carbine with two flintlocks
Ancient carbine with two charges in the same barrel fired by two flintlocks 1, 2, flintlocks 3, ramrod 4, and spanners 5, 6. Copperplate engraving by N.C

A soldier pulling out the ramrod from its holder, from the Musketeers series, plate 25, in Wapenhandelinghe van Roers Musquetten Ende Spiessen (The Exercise of Arms)

Pennsylvania Light Artillery, Battery B, Petersburg, Virginia, 1864. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Outer Confederate Line, Petersburg, Captured June 15, 1864, 1864. Creator: Tim O Sullivan
Outer Confederate Line, Petersburg, Captured June 15, 1864, 1864. Formerly attributed to Mathew B. Brady

Cockney-sportsmen re-charging, 1800. Artist: James Gillray
Cockney-sportsmen re-charging, 1800. A young cit standing legs astride negligently using a ramrod. His companion is leaning against a fence gnawing chicken voraciously

Artillerie de la Garde Nationale, Siege of Paris, 1870-1871. Print from a series titled Souvenirs du Siege de Paris. After the disastrous defeat of the French at Sedan

soldier pulling out ramrod holder Musketeers series
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FRENCH CANNONS, c1762. Engraving from Recueil de planches, sur les sciences, les art liberaux, et les arts mecaniques, avec leur explication, 1762

PETER STUYVESANT (c1610-1672). Dutch administrator in America. Stuyvesant at the surrender of New Amsterdam, 1664. Painting by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris

CIVIL WAR: RAPIDAN RIVER. The Union Army cavalry unit led by John Buford advancing toward the Rapidan River in Virginia, during the Civil War. Drawing by Alfred R. Waud, 14 September 1863

CIVIL WAR: UNION FORT. Detachment of Company K, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Heavy Artillery, manning the guns at Fort Stevens, Washington, D.C. shortly after the American Civil War

CIVIL WAR: UNION FORT. Officers and men of Company F, 3rd Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Heavy Artillery, at Fort Stevens, Washington, D.C. shortly after the American Civil War

National Guard
An artilleryman of the French National Guard during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Major General Andrew Jackson encouraging his riflemen at the Battle of New Orleans, 8 January 1815
BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS. Major General Andrew Jackson encouraging his riflemen at the Battle of New Orleans, 8 January 1815. The British fleet is seen the background on the Missisippi River

CIVIL WAR: FORT WOODBURY. Union Army soldiers protecting Washington, D. C
CIVIL WAR: FORT WOODBURY. Union Army soldiers protecting Washington, D.C. from Confederate attack at Fort Woodbury in Arlington, Virginia. Photograph, c1863

BATTLE OF LAKE CHAMPLAIN. Commodore Thomas Macdonough directing fire at the British squadron during the Battle of Lake Champlain (Plattsubrg), 11 September 1814

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Moll Pitcher using a ramrod to help the Continental Army during the battle of Monmouth, Revolutionary War, 1778. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

French Field Guns - 4
Loading a French 24 cannon is done via the muzzle : a ramrod pushes the shell in place

French Artillery - 7
An artilleryman of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale stands at the siege batteries of Metz, holding the ramrod with which he cleans and loads his gun

French Artillery - 10
While enemy cavalry attack, a gunner of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale uses his ramrod to ensure the charge is home in the barrel of his muzzle-loading gun

Gunner and Gun
A gunner uses his ramrod to load a field gun

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"Ramrod: A Journey Through the Evolution of Artillery and Firearms" Step back in time to explore the fascinating world of weaponry with "Ramrod, " a captivating glimpse into the history of artillery and firearms. From French Artillery's powerful presence on the battlefield to Militia or Marine Pattern flintlock muskets, this collection showcases a wide range of historical armaments. Traveling through centuries, witness the German soldier armed with a matchlock musket in the early 17th century, depicted vividly in a color engraving. Captain Edmund Louis Zalinski comes alive through an intricate chromolitho print, highlighting his contributions to military technology. The image of Napoleon loading a cannon like a common soldier during the Siege of Toulon in 1793 brings forth notions of leadership and humility. Meanwhile, an ancient double-charge carbine with two flintlocks reveals innovative designs from times long past. Immerse yourself further into history as you observe Wellington's Army soldier meticulously loading his Brown Bess rifle during battle. The Flintlock with brass barrel exemplifies both elegance and functionality in its wood and metal construction. Delve into America's fight for independence as you examine uniforms from the American Revolution era. The 1777 Private Field Dress from Georgia's 1st regiment tells tales of bravery and sacrifice that shaped nations. Witness technological advancements unfold before your eyes with engravings showcasing The Martini-Henry Rifle—an iconic weapon known for its accuracy and power. Finally, take a step onto HMS Victory alongside Royal Marines captured beautifully in black-and-white photography circa 1895. "Ramrod" invites you on an enthralling journey where each image captures moments frozen in time—testaments to human ingenuity, courage, and warfare evolution throughout history.