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Territorial Collection

"Defending the Realm: The Territorial Army's Commitment to Protecting Our Heritage" The Royal Logistic Corps, an integral part of the Territorial Army

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Old Caucasus map

Old Caucasus map
Antique map of Caucasus

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The Royal Logistic Corps

The Royal Logistic Corps. The Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) was formed in 1993, by the union of the following British Army corps: Royal Corps of Transport, Royal Army Ordnance Corps

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Territorial Army Poster

Territorial Army Poster
A recruitment poster for encouraging new recruits to enlist in the British Territorial Army, stressing the camaraderie of being one of the Lads of the Village

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Territorial Army Poster

Territorial Army Poster
A recruiting poster for the Territorial Army, highlighting that sporting pursuits need not be sacrificed to join - in fact they are actually strongly encouraged!

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Protect Your Heritage. Join the Territorial Army

Protect Your Heritage. Join the Territorial Army. Recruiting poster by E R Blair, 1920 (c).Printed bys C Allen and Company Limited, 20 Gerrard Street, London, W1. Date: circa 1920

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Territorial Army poster - Inter-war period

Territorial Army poster - Inter-war period
For England and Freedom! Join the Territorial Army. Recruitment poster Number 8. Chromolithograph after Lance Cattermole, published by His Majestys Stationery Office, 1938. Date: 1938

Background imageTerritorial Collection: RF - Lions (Panthera leo) - two brothers patrolling territorial boundary

RF - Lions (Panthera leo) - two brothers patrolling territorial boundary. Short grass plains on the border of Serengeti / Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) near Ndutu, Tanzania

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Bomb Disposal - Join the Territorials now

Bomb Disposal - Join the Territorials now! Colour photolithograph recruiting poster, 1990 (c).Published by Armed Forces Careers Office. Date: circa 1990

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Ta Poster / Bairnsfather

Ta Poster / Bairnsfather
A recruitment poster for the Territorial Army featuring Bairnsfathers WWI creation, Old Bill

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Territorial Army camping at Oval cricket ground, WW1

Territorial Army camping at Oval cricket ground, WW1
The Territorial Army camping at the Oval cricket ground in London on the outbreak of the First World War. Date: August 1914

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Types of Territorials

Types of Territorials
Types of the Territorial Army wearing their various uniforms including the Highland Light Infantry (far left), Rifle Brigade and Royal Engineers

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Blacktail Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) engaging in Jump-yip behavior - A strong

Blacktail Prairie Dog (Cynomys ludovicianus) engaging in Jump-yip behavior - A strong arch of the back or " jump" followed by a shrill " yip" - Thought to occur when a predator

Background imageTerritorial Collection: B. S. A. Military Pattern Air Rifles

B. S. A. Military Pattern Air Rifles
B.S.A. Military Pattern Air Rifles, The Birmingham Small Arms Company Limited Date: circa 1910

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Map of Prussia, c1872. Creator: Unknown

Map of Prussia, c1872. Creator: Unknown
Map of Prussia, c1872. Showing the various regions including Holstein, Hanover, Westphalia, Lower Rhine, Lorraine, Nassau, Cassel, Saxony, Brandedburg, Silesia, Pomerania, West Prussia

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Lions (Panthera leo) - two brothers patrolling territorial boundary, affectionate behaviour

Lions (Panthera leo) - two brothers patrolling territorial boundary, affectionate behaviour, border of Serengeti / Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) near Ndutu, Tanzania

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Ulsters Oath - The Bulldog will not submit to Home Rule

Ulsters Oath - The Bulldog will not submit to Home Rule
Remember Castledawson (a UVF (Ulster Volunteer Force) stronghold in County Derry) written on a staunchly Unionist postcard entitled Ulsters Oath - " Under no cirsumstances shall we submit to

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Winston Churchill and daughter, Mary Soames 1943

Winston Churchill and daughter, Mary Soames 1943
Winston Churchill and his daughter, Mary Soames in 1943. Churchill was on his way to receive the Freedom of the City of London. Mary is in ATS uniform. Date: 1943

Background imageTerritorial Collection: WW1 poster, 20th London Regiment

WW1 poster, 20th London Regiment
WW1 recruitment poster, 20th London Regiment (HQ Holly Hedge House, Blackheath), Praise for Territorials. Join your own local battalion at once. Date: 1914-1918

Background imageTerritorial Collection: WW2 Poster -- Women of Britain Come Forward Now

WW2 Poster -- Women of Britain Come Forward Now
Women of Britain -- These scientific instruments demand nimble fingers and quick brains. Come Forward Now. Recruitment poster, Auxiliary Territorial Service

Background imageTerritorial Collection: WW2 Poster -- You are wanted too! Join the ATS

WW2 Poster -- You are wanted too! Join the ATS
You Are Wanted Too! Join The ATS. Recruitment poster, Auxiliary Territorial Service. Colour photolithograph by unknown artist, published by HMSO

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Sultan Selim I conquering Egypt

Sultan Selim I conquering Egypt
Sultan Selim I, nicknamed Yavuz " the Stern", " the Steadfast" or " the Grim" (1465?-1520) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1512 to 1520

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Spotted-tailed quoll (Dasyurus maculatus) scent marking in Monga National Park, New South Wales

Spotted-tailed quoll (Dasyurus maculatus) scent marking in Monga National Park, New South Wales, Australia. Remote camera, triggered by movement

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Wild Horses / mustangs, two stallions rearing up fighting, Pryor Mountains, Montana

Wild Horses / mustangs, two stallions rearing up fighting, Pryor Mountains, Montana, USA, June

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Siberian tiger (Panthera tigris altaica) female territorial marking by rubbing cheek

Siberian tiger (Panthera tigris altaica) female territorial marking by rubbing cheek against ancient Manchurian fir tree, Land of the Leopard National Park, Far East Russia, November

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The Night Charge of the 19th Hussars Near Lydenberg on Nov. 7th 1900, 1901. Creator

The Night Charge of the 19th Hussars Near Lydenberg on Nov. 7th 1900, 1901. Creator
The Night Charge of the 19th Hussars Near Lydenberg on Nov. 7th 1900, 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Map showing approximately the area gained on the Thiepval Ridge... 1916, (c1920)

Map showing approximately the area gained on the Thiepval Ridge... 1916, (c1920)
Map showing approximately the area gained on the Thiepval Ridge between September 14 and October 31, 1916, (c1920). The British line in northern France during the Battle of the Somme

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Male ginger cat spraying on wooden post

Male ginger cat spraying on wooden post

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Violet sabrewing hummingbird (Campylopterus hemileucurus) male hummingbirds territorial

Violet sabrewing hummingbird (Campylopterus hemileucurus) male hummingbirds territorial fight at dawn, Turrialba, Costa Rica

Background imageTerritorial Collection: WW1 - Territorials Blessed at St. Pancras Church, London

WW1 - Territorials Blessed at St. Pancras Church, London
WW1 - London Territorials are blessed as they pass St. Pancras Church, London, where they deposited their colours Date: 1914

Background imageTerritorial Collection: London Territorial regiments at the start of WWI

London Territorial regiments at the start of WWI
Just before the British Army was mobilised following the outbreak of World War I, a number of London Territorial regiments were on their war to camp for their annual training when they were ordered

Background imageTerritorial Collection: School Sentry 1914

School Sentry 1914
A member of the Artists Rifles (Territorial Army Regiment) on sentry duty at the entrance to Lancing Street L.C.C. School at Kings Cross, London, in the first week of war. Date: 5 August 1914

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Denmark: view of Aalborg, in Jutland, now occupied by the Prussian army, 1864

The War in Denmark: view of Aalborg, in Jutland, now occupied by the Prussian army, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Denmark: view of Aalborg, in Jutland, now occupied by the Prussian army, 1864. Engraving of a sketch '...by Mr. C

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Illustrations of the War in Denmark: interior of No. 4 Redoubt at Düppel, 1864. Creator: Unknown

Illustrations of the War in Denmark: interior of No. 4 Redoubt at Düppel, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Illustrations of the War in Denmark: interior of No. 4 Redoubt at Duppel, 1864. Engraving '...from a sketch by our Special Artist...[showing] the aspect of Duppel since the storm of war has swept

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Denmark: rear view of the Düppel position, from the Church Battery, Sonderburg, 1864

The War in Denmark: rear view of the Düppel position, from the Church Battery, Sonderburg, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Denmark from a sketch by our special artist: rear view of the Duppel position, from the Church Battery, Sonderburg, 1864

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Schleswig: distributing medals to Austrian troops at Hoptrup..., 1864. Creator: Unknown

The War in Schleswig: distributing medals to Austrian troops at Hoptrup..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: distributing medals to Austrian troops at Hoptrup - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. The Sketch...was taken at Hoptrup

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Schleswig: chapel at Gravenstein used as a Prussian barrack..., 1864. Creator: Unknown

The War in Schleswig: chapel at Gravenstein used as a Prussian barrack..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: chapel at Gravenstein [in Denmark] used as a Prussian barrack - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864

Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Destruction of the fortifications of the Ionian Islands: Fort Neuf, in the harbour of Corfu, 1864. 'The conduct of her Majesty's Government in demolishing the fortifications of Corfu before

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Schleswig: band playing before Marshal Wrangel's head-quarters at Hadersleben..., 1864

The War in Schleswig: band playing before Marshal Wrangel's head-quarters at Hadersleben..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: band playing before Marshal Wrangel's head-quarters at Hadersleben - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Denmark: Kolding, Jutland, the head-quarters of the Allied armies..., 1864

The War in Denmark: Kolding, Jutland, the head-quarters of the Allied armies..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Denmark: Kolding, Jutland, the head-quarters of the Allied armies - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. 'This small town, which has but four thousand inhabitants

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in New Zealand: stronghold of the Maoris at Rangariri, 1864. Creator: Unknown

The War in New Zealand: stronghold of the Maoris at Rangariri, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in New Zealand: stronghold of the Maoris at Rangariri, 1864. Engraving from a photograph, of the scene of '...General Cameron's victory on the 20th of November...The British

Background imageTerritorial Collection: The War in Schleswig: High-Street, Hadersleben - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

The War in Schleswig: High-Street, Hadersleben - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: High-Street, Hadersleben - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864. View of '...the principal street of Hadersleben

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Return of Colonel Marchand with French expeditionary forces to Fashoda, 1898

Return of Colonel Marchand with French expeditionary forces to Fashoda, 1898
3480885 Return of Colonel Marchand with French expeditionary forces to Fashoda, 1898; (add.info.: Return of Colonel Marchand with French expeditionary forces to Fashoda, 1898)

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Map of the settlements of Angles, Saxons and Jutes in Britain c. 600 (print)

Map of the settlements of Angles, Saxons and Jutes in Britain c. 600 (print)
2603521 Map of the settlements of Angles, Saxons and Jutes in Britain c. 600 (print); (add.info.: From Historical Atlas, published 1923.)

Background imageTerritorial Collection: British artillery officers mess on captured ground, 10 Jun 1917. Creator: Bain News Service

British artillery officers mess on captured ground, 10 Jun 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British artillery officers mess on captured ground, 10 Jun 1917. British artillery officers mess tent in front of Kemmel, Belgium, June 10, 1917, during the Battle of Messines during World War I

Background imageTerritorial Collection: Russian Church at Suwalki in German hands, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

Russian Church at Suwalki in German hands, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Russian Church at Suwalki in German hands, between c1914 and c1915. German soldiers outside a Russian church in Suwalki, Poland during World War I

Background imageTerritorial Collection: German Sanitary sign near Lodz, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service

German Sanitary sign near Lodz, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
German Sanitary sign near Lodz, between 1914 and c1915. A sign in German "Trinkwasser" (drinking water) next to a pump in Lodz, Poland during World War I

Background imageTerritorial Collection: General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Creator: Unknown

General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Creator: Unknown
General view of the Chincha Islands, lately seized by the Spaniards, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Oswald Younghusband




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"Defending the Realm: The Territorial Army's Commitment to Protecting Our Heritage" The Royal Logistic Corps, an integral part of the Territorial Army, has always been at the forefront when it comes to safeguarding our nation's territorial boundaries. As depicted in a captivating Territorial Army poster from the inter-war period, two majestic RF-Lions can be seen patrolling their territory with unwavering determination. Intriguingly, an old Caucasus map serves as a reminder of how territories have evolved over time and highlights the importance of maintaining a strong defense force like the Territorials. Another striking poster urges individuals to join this esteemed army by emphasizing that protecting one's heritage is not just a duty but also an honor. A vintage Ta Poster featuring Bairnsfather showcases the camaraderie and spirit within the ranks of these brave soldiers who are ready to face any challenge head-on. One such challenge highlighted is bomb disposal - urging potential recruits to join forces with the Territorials immediately. Historical photographs capture moments where members of the Territorial Army camped at iconic locations such as Oval cricket ground during World War I. These images depict their dedication and commitment towards defending our land even amidst challenging circumstances. The diverse types of they are showcased through various recruiting grounds for both regular army personnel and those interested in joining this prestigious force. This emphasizes that regardless of background or expertise, there is a place for everyone within this noble organization dedicated to preserving our territorial integrity. Joining hands with other branches like The Royal Logistic Corps, individuals become part of something greater than themselves - defenders of our heritage and protectors against any threat that may compromise our territorial boundaries. In doing so, they contribute significantly towards ensuring peace and security for future generations. So if you're looking for purposeful service rooted in tradition while making a tangible difference on home soil, look no further than joining The Territorial Army.