Garrison Collection (#10)

Antwerp Bombarded
The citadel of Antwerp, held by the Dutch garrison, is bombarded by the French and forced to surrender

Honduras Tigre Island
Tigre Island : the lower picture shows the United States garrison

Germans Attacked 1904
The German garrison at Windhoek in present-day Namibia (then German South- West Africa) is attacked by warriors of the Herrero people

Royal Garrison Artillery

Cricket at Corfu
The soldiers stationed at the garrison on Corfu play a cricket match. Date: 1853

Napoleonic / 1809 / Flushing
British forces under Lord Chatham attack the French garrison at Flushing during the Walcheren Expedition. Flushing is taken on 15 August 1809

Spanish Quit Dunkirk
Commentary on the evacuation of Dunkirk (then in the Spanish Netherlands) by the Spanish garrison, leaving it to be argued over between the Dutch and the French

Huningue Taken
HUNINGUE - The French garrison surrender to the Austrians after a prolonged siege

Review of Young Guards
King George V reviews " Young Guards" before their departure for garrison duty on the Rhine in Germany

Fort Moultrie Evacuated
Fort Moultrie, in Charleston harbour, is evacuated by its Union garrison : before leaving they destroy anything that could be useful to the enemy

Dulong at Pesaro
French capt. Dulong, besieged at Pesaro, offers to abandon the town peacefully to spare unnecessary bloodshed : he then rides out with just 14 men, his entire garrison !

Dezilles Saves Gun
Lieutenant Marc Dezilles, stationed at Nancy, refuses to yield a gun in his command to the rebellious garrison. So they shoot him

Hannibal at Casilinum
SECOND PUNIC WAR : Hannibal, the Carthaginian leader, at Casilinum, sends cows with bunches of burning twigs attached to their horns, causing the Roman garrison at Callicula to flee in fear

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"Garrison: A Historical Tapestry of Courage and Resilience" Step into the annals of history as we explore the multifaceted concept of a garrison. From pivotal battles to cultural settlements, this term encapsulates tales of bravery, sacrifice, and fortitude. In the Zulu War's iconic Battle of Rorke's Drift, a small British garrison valiantly defended against overwhelming odds. Their unwavering spirit became synonymous with heroism in the face of adversity. Travel back to 1789 when John Trumbull immortalized "The Sortie Made by the Garrison of Gibraltar. " This captivating painting captures an audacious counterattack by soldiers defending their fortress, showcasing their indomitable will. During World War I, a poster showcased various types within the British Army. From infantrymen to cavalry troopers, each soldier played a vital role in protecting their nation's interests and upholding its values. Nicholas Garrison's contemporary painting transports us to Pennsylvania in 1757. It depicts Bethlehem's Moravian settlement on the Lehigh River—a testament to how garrisons served not only as military outposts but also as centers for community development and growth. The Peninsula War saw another significant chapter unfold at Badajoz. The relentless siege endured by both sides exemplified the resilience exhibited by those within fortified garrisons during times of conflict. Across continents and eras, one cannot overlook Gibraltar—the Rock that has witnessed countless sieges throughout history. Its strategic importance led armies to lay siege time and again while its steadfast defenders held firm against all odds. Beyond battlefields, remarkable individuals like Pauli Murray emerged as beacons for justice and equality. As an American civil rights activist and author, Murray embodied courage akin to that found within any fortified garrison—undaunted in her pursuit for social change. Amidst war-torn landscapes during World War I, stretcher parties risked their lives to save the wounded.