The Great World War Collection

The Nizam of Hyderabad, c1911, (c1920). Creator: Bourne & Shepherd
The Nizam of Hyderabad, c1911, (c1920). Portrait of Asaf Jah VII (1886-1967), the last Nizam (ruler) of the princely state of Hyderabad in India

Map of Ypres, West Flanders, Belgium, First World War, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Map of Ypres, West Flanders, Belgium, First World War, (c1920). The Ypres Salient before the Battle of July 31, 1917: map showing the approximate positions of the Franco-British Line

Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K. C
Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K.C.B. K.C.V.O. c1916, (c1920). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935), British First Sea Lord during the First World War

The Ypres Salient before and after the Second Battle of Ypres... First World War, 1915, (c1920)
The Ypres Salient before and after the Second Battle of Ypres, April 22-May 13, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Map showing positions of the allied forces around Ypres in Belgium: French

General Kusmanek and Prince Francis Joseph at Przemysl Fortress, First World War, 1915, (c1920). The First Defence of Przemysl: General Kusmanek, the Austrian Commandant

Toppled equestrian statue of Wilhelm I, Metz, France, 1918, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Toppled equestrian statue of Wilhelm I, Metz, France, 1918, (c1920). What Alsatians did to the Statue of William I at Metz

The Battle of Jutland Bank, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Jutland Bank, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Map showing the Approximate Positions of the British and German Fleets at Various Stages of the Battle

The Scene of the Battle of Jutland, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Scene of the Battle of Jutland, May 31-June 1, 1916, (c1920). Map of the North Sea, showing the coastlines of Norway, Denmark, Germany, Holland, Belgium and Great Britain

British troops in Peronne, northern France, First World War, 18 March 1917, (c1920). British troops entering the town abandoned by the retreating enemy

Nearing Bagdad: British transport column passing the ruins of... Ctesiphon, (c1920)
Nearing Bagdad: British transport column passing the ruins of the ancient arch of Ctesiphon, (c1920)....near the scene of General Townshends costly victory on November 22, 1915

German & Austrian Frontiers with Russia, First World War, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
German & Austrian Frontiers with Russia, First World War, (c1920). Map of eastern Europe and the Baltic coast. From "The Great World War: A History", Volume VII, edited by Frank A Mumby

The Maharajah of Mysore, c1905, (c1920). Creator: Vandyk
The Maharajah of Mysore, c1905, (c1920). Portrait of Yuvaraja Sri Sir Kanteerava Narasimharaja Wadiyar (1888-1940), the heir apparent of the princely state of Mysore in India

Map showing German & Austrian Armies facing Russian Armies before the Campaign of 1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Map showing German & Austrian Armies facing Russian Armies before the Campaign of 1916, (c1920). Positions of the adversarial armies in eastern Europe during the First World War

Ships of the Air versus Ships of the Desert, First World War, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Ships of the Air versus Ships of the Desert, First World War, (c1920). British aeroplanes bombing a Senussi camel convoy laden with ammunition...The sketch by a British officer from which the drawing

H. M. Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy, c1910s, (c1920). Creator: Russell & Sons
H. M. Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy, c1910s, (c1920). Portrait of Victor Emmanuel III (1869-1947) who reigned for nearly 46 years

General Joffre and General Petain, Verdun, northern France, First World War, 1916, (c1920). The Defender of Verdun: General Petain (centre) walking with General Joffre on his right

Frederic Thesiger, 1st Viscount Chelmsford, c1905?, (c1920). Creator: Martin Jacolette
Frederic Thesiger, 1st Viscount Chelmsford, c1905?, (c1920). Lord Chelmsford, who succeeded Lord Hardinge as Viceroy of India

General Douglas Haig, First World War, 1915-1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
General Douglas Haig, First World War, 1915-1916, (c1920). Lord Frenchs Successor: General Sir Douglas Haig at the General Staff Head-quarters of the French Army

Map illustrating the Operations of the First Army... First World War, 1915, (c1920)
Map illustrating the Operations of the First Army, under Sir Douglas Haig, during May and June, 1915, First World War, (c1920)

The Battleground of Neuve Chapelle, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Battleground of Neuve Chapelle, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Map showing the British positions on the eve of the attack, and the British line before and after the fighting of March 10-14

Map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Map illustrating the Battle of the Falkland Islands on 8 December 1914, (c1920). Diagram showing movements during the Battle of the Falkland Islands, a naval engagement of the First World War

The British Air Raid on Cuxhaven, Christmas Day, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Es Hodgson
The British Air Raid on Cuxhaven, Christmas Day, 1914, (c1920)....the Zeppelin Attack on the Escorting Force of Light Cruisers

Field Marshal Viscount French, c1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Field Marshal Viscount French, c1914, (c1920). Portrait of John French (1852-1925), Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Force in World War I

London buses used to transport troops to the front, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Reinforcements for the Battle Front: the London Motor Bus on Active Service in Flanders

King George V at Furnes, Belgium, First World War, 4 December 1914, (1920). Creator: Unknown
King George V at Furnes, Belgium, First World War, 4 December 1914, (1920). The Visit of King George to the Head-quarters of the Belgian Army

President Poincare, c1914, (c1920). Creator: Henri Manuel
President Poincare, c1914, (c1920). Portrait of Raymond Poincare (1860-1934) who was President of France from 1913-1920. From " The Great World War - A History" Volume II

Queen Mary of Teck visits soldiers at Aldershot in Hampshire, First World War, 1915, (c1920). The Queen doing Duty for the King after His Majestys Accident

French soldiers wearing gas masks, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
French soldiers wearing gas masks, First World War, c1915, (c1920). Modern Warfare on the Western Front: French soldiers with their gas masks ready for an asphyxiating attack

The Theatre of War in Flanders, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Theatre of War in Flanders, 1914, (c1920). Map showing part of northern France and Belgium during the First World War

Prince Lichnowsky at the Foreign Office, London, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Prince Lichnowsky at the Foreign Office, London, 1914, (c1920). The German Ambassadors Last Call - Prince Lichnowsky knocking at the door of the Foreign Office, London

The Archbishop of York visits British sailors of the Royal Navy, First World War, 1914, (c1920). A Visit of the Archbishop of York to the Grand Fleet

Albert, King of the Belgians, c1914, (c1920). Creator: Eugene Boute
Albert, King of the Belgians, c1914, (c1920). Portrait of Albert I of Belgium (1875-1934) who reigned as the King of the Belgians from 1909 to 1934

The Tsar Nicholas II, 1910s, (1920). Creator: Boissonnas & Eggler
The Tsar Nicholas II, 1910s, (1920). Portrait of Emperor Nicholas II of Russia(1868-1918). From " The Great World War - A History: Volume 1". [The Gresham Publishing Company Ltd

The Fourth Arm in the Great War: French Air-scouts at work, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). A powerfully engined French biplane as used for detailed reconnaissance

The Germans arrest civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
The Germans arrest civilians at Vise in Belgium, August 1914, (c1920). The Germans First Attempt to Strike Terror into Belgian Hearts: the invaders at Vise

Louvain after the German Bombardment: one portion of the devastated town, c1914, (c1920). The town of Louvain in Belgium was attacked by German soldiers in August 1914

French civilians at the grave of a soldier, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
French civilians at the grave of a soldier, 1914, (c1920). Honouring a Highland Hero: The Grave of one of the " Seaforths" killed in action at La Ferte

Ruined church at Vise in Belgium, 1914-1918, (c1920). Creator: Underwood & Underwood
Ruined church at Vise in Belgium, 1914-1918, (c1920). The First Act in the Drama: the Ruins of the Church at Vise, where the German first invaded Belgium

The Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, c1915, (c1920). Creator: Russell & Sons
The Commander-in-Chief, Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, c1915, (c1920). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935) who was in command of the Grand Fleet

Sketch of the Chief Operations Near Mons and Charleroi, c1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Sketch of the Chief Operations Near Mons and Charleroi, c1914, (c1920). British, French and German positions in northern France and Belgium at the start of the First World War

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"The Great World War: A Glimpse into the Turmoil and Triumphs of a Bygone Era" Step back in time to the early 20th century, where the world was engulfed in an unprecedented conflict that would shape history forever. This captivating collection of images takes us on a visual journey through "The Great World War, " offering glimpses into key moments and figures that defined this monumental era. Intriguingly, we begin with a portrait of The Nizam of Hyderabad, c1911, showcasing the diverse range of individuals who were impacted by this global upheaval. Moving forward, we encounter Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe, K. C. , whose strategic brilliance played a crucial role in shaping naval warfare during this tumultuous period. As we delve deeper into the war's narrative, our attention is drawn to The Ypres Salient before and after the Second Battle of Ypres. . First World War, 1915. These haunting images serve as stark reminders of the devastating toll exacted upon both soldiers and landscapes alike. Continuing our exploration, we come across a toppled equestrian statue of Wilhelm I in Metz, France - an evocative symbol representing not only military defeat but also the profound changes sweeping across Europe at that time. The Battle of Jutland Bank looms large within these historical snapshots; its significance palpable as we witness scenes from both before and after this momentous clash between British and German forces. These photographs offer glimpses into both triumphs and tragedies etched upon those turbulent waters. Maps become essential tools for comprehending such vast conflicts - one such map showcases Ypres in West Flanders, Belgium during First World War. It serves as a testament to how geography shaped battles while highlighting the immense challenges faced by troops navigating treacherous terrains. British troops stationed in Peronne provide another perspective on life amidst wartime chaos.