War Collection (page 4)

Blitz in London - AFS firefighter, WW2
Blitz in London - a smiling AFS firefighter, a former Smithfield meat porter named Eddie

Scene of devastation after flying bomb attack, WW2
A panoramic daytime scene of devastation following a flying bomb attack in London during the latter stages of the Second World War. Rescue workers look for buried casualties

Blitz in London -- AFS firefighter on ladder, WW2
Blitz in London -- an AFS firefighter on a ladder with hose attached, in a training exercise at HQ

Women dispatch riders in training, WW2
Women dispatch riders in training during the Second World War

Gas mask. This device is to allow the user to breathe during a chemical gas attack, or in a smoke-filled building. The tube at lower left is for drinking liquids such as water

TEXAS FLAG, 1842. Texas flag seized from Texan prisoners during a Mexican raid on San Antonio and a subsequent battle at Mier, Mexico, 1842

Japanese taking Port Arthur, 1894
Japanese warships taking Port Arthur, Manchuria, during the Sino-Japanese War, 1894. Printed color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Seljuk Turks defeated at Dorylaeum, First Crusade
Crusaders under Godfrey of Bouillon, defeating Muslim forces of Sultan Kilij Arslan at Dorylaeum in Asia Minor, 1097. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Civil War musician playing a banjo
Confederate soldier reenactor playing a banjo in camp, Shiloh National Military Park, Tennessee. Digital photograph

EVCW2A-00109
Admiral David G. Farragut in the rigging during the Battle of Mobile Bay, 1864, American Civil War. Hand-colored photogravure of a W.H. Overend painting

EVCW2A-00100
US map showing seceding states by date, American Civil War, 1860 and 1861. Printed color lithograph 19th century

Map of the Second Battle of Bull Run, 1862
Bull Run battlefield map showing troop positions on August 29, 1862. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Spanish Armada, 1588
Defeat of the Spanish Armada by the English navy, 1588. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Alexanders army prepares to destroy Persepolis
Thais suggests that Alexander burn Persepolis, capitol of Persia, in 331 BC. Hand-colored halftone ireproduction of a 19th-century llustration

Moving artillery in the French and Indian War
Colonial artillery passing over Appalachian Mountains, French and Indian War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Darley illustration

US Army survivors of Custers Last Stand - horse and scout, Curley
Horse " Comanche" and Custers scout Curley, the only US Army survivors of the Battle of Little Bighorn, 1876. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a photograph

EVRV2A-00182
British army marching in formation up Breeds Hill in the Battle of Bunker Hill, American Revolution, 1775 Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Howard Pyle illustration

EVRV2A-00023
General George Washington crossing the Delaware. Printed color halftone of a painting by Leutze

Swindon Works War Work, 22nd January 1942
Female worker machining a 25 PDR shell on 22 January 1942. Munitions work issued by Ministry of Supply

Napoleon Leaving the Field of Waterloo, 18th June 1815
Artist: Jones, George - Title: Napoleon Leaving the Field of Waterloo, 18th June 1815 - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 58.3 x 90

Tank commemorating D-Day rehearsals, Slapton Sands, Slapton Ley, South Hams, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Cyclops Works, forging files, 1918
Cammell Laird and Co. Ltd. (1903) evolved from: Johnson, Cammell and Co. (1837), later Charles Cammell and Co Ltd (1864) ammalgamating with Laird Brothers of Birkenhead

Female workers at Rip Bits factory, Sheffield during Second World War, 1941
Rip Bits were based at Hill Street and made drill bits.Includes Ethel May (Rose) Fletcher

Attila, King of the Huns
Illustration of Attila, King of the Huns

Monumental Arch, Palmyra, Syria
Sunset at the Unesco World heritage Site. Before the Syrian conflict started in 2011, more than 150, 000 tourists visited the city of Palmyra every year

Gamo Captured
The capture of the Spanish frigate El Gamo by Commander Lord Thomas Cochrane in the HMS Speedy, off Barcelona, 6th May 1801. (Photo by Rischgitz/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Lt, general vasili chuikov (2nd from left) giving an assignment to the commander of the 13th guards rifle division, major general alexander rodimtsev (far right)

World war 2, senior sergeants v, mityoshina and n, zalko, former students of the moscow state theatrical institute have been at the front from the first days of the war

US, VA, Arlington. Women in Military Service for America Memorial at Arlington National Cemetary

WAR OF THE WORLDS, 1927. American science fiction magazine cover, 1927, illustrating The War of the Worlds by H. G
WAR OF THE WORLDS, 1927. American science fiction magazine cover, 1927, illustrating " The War of the Worlds" by H.G. Wells

Invasion fleet, William steers ship with signal lantern on mast and stern, Bayeux Tapestry, Normandy, France, Europe

Vimy Ridge Memorial
The Canadian National Vimy Memorial in France, located on the site of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, 1936. The monument is inscribed with the names of the 11

Military aircraft cockpit with head-up display. Photographed at the 2009 Paris Air Show

GEUR2A-00123
Russian Cossacks sending a message of scorn to the Turkish army in Constantinople. Printed color halftone reproduction of a painting

15th New York Battery memorial, Gettysburg Battlefield
Memorial to the 15th New York Battery, Gettysburg Battlefield. Photograph

Harold steers ship across channel, a scene from the Bayeux Tapestry, Bayeux, Normandy, France, Europe

Detail showing the destruction of Asians painted on the box of stuccoed wood, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Detail showing the destruction of the black Africans painted on the box of stuccoed wood, from the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, discovered in the Valley of the Kings, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa

Evacuees at Paddington Station in 1939
This moving image of evacuees making their way along platform 4 at Paddington Station was also taken during the 4 day evacuation of London and other major cities in September 1939

French military uniforms, 1795
French general (left) and infantry officers, 1795. Antique hand-colored print

Police Station
31st December 1956: The Clones Road customs post in Ulster which has sustained damage from bullets. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8772 - Assassins On British Border - pub

Hawker Hurricane PZ865
circa 1970: The Hawker Hurricane PZ865 speeds through the clouds. It was the the last Hurricane ever built, in 1944, hence the inscription The Last of the Many. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Iwo Jima Memorial, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Iwo Jima Memorial, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America, North America

Child evacuees on Maidenhead station, 1939
An image of a group of child evacuees from the East End of London on Maidenhead station in Berkshire in 1939

The Crimean War, 1855: Map of the theater of war in the East. Engraving

Naval warships moored in Barrow Dock for refitting. It would make sense for the world to reign back its spending
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Daily Mail Front Page 9th June 1944, reporting the progress of the D-Day landings

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"War: A Glimpse into History's Turmoil" In the midst of chaos and destruction, it has left an indelible mark on humanity throughout the ages. As we delve into its complexities, a production still image from Ice Cold In Alex (1958) transports us to a time when courage and resilience prevailed against all odds. St. Paul's Survives - an iconic symbol standing tall amidst the ravages of conflict, reminding us that even in the darkest hours, hope can endure. The Dam Busters One Sheet Poster captures the valorous spirit of those who risked their lives for a greater cause. John Mills in Ice Cold In Alex (1958), his face etched with determination, reflects the unwavering resolve found within soldiers during wartime. Meanwhile, Red Army soldiers raising the Soviet flag over Berlin's Reichstag in 1945 signifies both triumph and sacrifice as Vladimir Grebnev immortalizes this historic moment through his lens. A production portrait from Ice Cold In Alex (1958) reveals not only cinematic brilliance but also serves as a poignant reminder of how art can capture human experiences during times of conflict. The original UK quad artwork for this film evokes intrigue and anticipation, inviting audiences to explore war's multifaceted narratives. Search And Destroy - two words that encapsulate warfare's relentless pursuit to overcome adversaries while leaving lasting scars on nations and individuals alike. The Battle Of Waterloo stands as a testament to strategic prowess shaping destinies on vast battlegrounds. From Wellington Bombers soaring through turbulent skies to Willys Jeeps navigating treacherous terrains, these vehicles embody innovation born out of necessity during wartime struggles. USS Randolph underway at sea with S2F airplanes poised on its catapults reminds us of naval power projecting strength across oceans in defense or aggression. War is more than mere conflict; it represents profound human experiences marked by heroism, loss, resilience, and unity against adversity.