Ammunition Collection (#2)

58 Caliber paper cartridge (William's Cleaner)
3027503.58 Caliber paper cartridge (William's Cleaner); Private Collection; (add.info.:58 Caliber paper cartridge (William's Cleaner)); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Package of 10 cartridges for the British Whitworth sharpshooter rifle
3027494 Package of 10 cartridges for the British Whitworth sharpshooter rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Package of 10 hexagonal paper wrapped cartridges for the imported British Whitworth)

Burnside carbine brass cartridge
3027490 Burnside carbine brass cartridge; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Burnside carbine brass cartridge); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Fixed shot for 12lb Gun
3028308 Fixed shot for 12lb Gun ; New York State Military Museum, Saratoga Springs, NY, USA; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

US Army Ammo Crate for 1000 Rounds of.577 Cartridges
3027896 US Army Ammo Crate for 1000 Rounds of.577 Cartridges; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, U.S)

The Arsenal at Genoa, Northern Italy in the late 19th century. From Italian Pictures by Rev
2963172 The Arsenal at Genoa, Northern Italy in the late 19th century. From Italian Pictures by Rev. Samuel Manning, published c.1890

The scouts on Sir Henry Morton Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, in Africa in 1888
5242614 The scouts on Sir Henry Morton Stanley's Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, in Africa in 1888, discover Pygmies carrying away a case of ammunition, publ

American Revolution, American bomb shell
3501350 American Revolution, American bomb shell; Private Collection; (add.info.: American 8" iron hollow bomb shell found near Fort Independence in the Bronx)

American Revolution, British bronze cohorn mortar captured at Stony Pt
3501346 American Revolution, British bronze cohorn mortar captured at Stony Pt; West Point Museum, New York, USA; (add.info)

German soldiers wearing spiked helmets and carrying ammunition cartridges around their necks walking along a trench
3502750 German soldiers wearing spiked helmets and carrying ammunition cartridges around their necks walking along a trench during World War One, from The Pageant of the Century

Imported English 12lb.Whitworth explosive shell
3028375 Imported English 12lb.Whitworth explosive shell; West Point Museum, New York, USA; (add.info.: Imported English 12lb.Whitworth explosive shell.); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

The Power of the Machine Gun, from Histoire des Soviets, pub. 1922 (colour litho)
3657911 The Power of the Machine Gun, from Histoire des Soviets, pub. 1922 (colour litho) by Carrey, Georges (1902-53); (add.info.: La Regne de la Mitrailleuse;); The Stapleton Collection

Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials
530737 Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials. From Scientific American, New York, July 1887

When the third shot blew up the tumbril we gave a cheer
6317619 When the third shot blew up the tumbril we gave a cheer.; (add.info.: When the third shot blew up the tumbril we gave a cheer)

American Revolution, British bronze cohorn mortar captured at Stony Pt
3501347 American Revolution, British bronze cohorn mortar captured at Stony Pt; West Point Museum, New York, USA; (add.info)

An ammunition dump behind the Canadian lines
2602197 An ammunition dump behind the Canadian lines; (add.info.: World War 1 - Humming activity at an ammunition dump behind the Canadian lines on the western front)

American Revolution, French Officer's gun powder flask made from a coconut with the French Coat of Arms carved in
3073349 American Revolution, French Officer's gun powder flask made from a coconut with the French Coat of Arms carved in relief ; Private Collection; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

American Civil War, Rifleman's cartridge box from Gettysburg
3073327 American Civil War, Rifleman's cartridge box from Gettysburg; Private Collection; (add.info.: Union rifleman's cartridge box found on the Gettysburg battlefield shortly after)

British soldiers bravely removing boxes of ammunition to avoid enemy fire during the Battle of the Marne, 1914 (litho)
3252912 British soldiers bravely removing boxes of ammunition to avoid enemy fire during the Battle of the Marne, 1914 (litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Destruction caused by a British bomb, WWI (litho)
3252882 Destruction caused by a British bomb, WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction caused by a British bomb thrown from an aeroplane onto a German cavalry column)

Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges
3027495 Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges); © Don Troiani

12 Lb. case shot halved to show fuse and interior
3028485 12 Lb. case shot halved to show fuse and interior; Private Collection; (add.info.: 12 Lb. case shot halved to show fuse and interior filled with powder and lead balls); © Don Troiani

Ammunition Box for.69 caliber paper cartridges
3027511 Ammunition Box for.69 caliber paper cartridges ; Private Collection; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Confederate.58 caliber Gardner paper cartridge
3027510 Confederate.58 caliber Gardner paper cartridge; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Confederate.58 caliber Gardner paper cartridge with minie ball.); © Don Troiani

Glazed package of Colt.44 caliber revolver cartridges
3027506 Glazed package of Colt.44 caliber revolver cartridges; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, Glazed package of Colt.44 caliber revolver cartridges); © Don Troiani

Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges
3027496 Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Package of ten imported British Enfield.577 cartridges); © Don Troiani

American Revolution, Bar Shot Projectile
3501349 American Revolution, Bar Shot Projectile; Private Collection; (add.info.: British iron bar shot with spherical ends found near Fort Independence in the Bronx, New York City)

Box Of 10.52 Caliber Sharps Carbine Bullets
3027911 Box Of 10.52 Caliber Sharps Carbine Bullets; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Box Of 10.52 Caliber Sharps Carbine Bullets); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Method of laying an artillery piece on target using Gunner's scale, paths of trajectories
541539 Method of laying an artillery piece on target using Gunner's scale, paths of trajectories and various ammunition shown. 18th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

American Revolution, American gunners calipers
3501348 American Revolution, American gunners calipers; Private Collection; (add.info.: American gunner's brass calipers); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

"Ammunition!", 1918 (colour litho)
699002 "Ammunition!", 1918 (colour litho) by Lynel, Vincent (20th century); 76x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: And remember - bonds buy bullets!); © Galerie Bilderwelt

Percussion Caps in cardboard box
3027491 Percussion Caps in cardboard box; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Percussion Caps in cardboard box); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Trophies, Place de la Concorde, 1918 or 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Trophies, Place de la Concorde, 1918 or 1919. Cannons and other weapons gathered in the Place de la Concorde, Paris, France after World War I

French Reserve shells, between c1915 and 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
French Reserve shells, between c1915 and 1918. Stacks of French artillery shells during World War I

British loading pontoon boats with ammunition, 22 Apr 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British loading pontoon boats with ammunition, 22 Apr 1917. British Royal Artillery gunners loading pontoon boats on the River Scarpe with shells near a light railway engine passing on the line near

English women finishing a 9.2 shell, between c1915 and 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
English women finishing a 9.2 shell, between c1915 and 1917. Women workers inspecting 9.2 explosive shells in a factory during World War I

L.C.C. Tech Institute, Munitions Class, May 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
L.C.C. Tech Institute, Munitions Class, May 1917. A woman receiving training in machine work in a munitions class offered by the London County Council in May 1917 during World War I, England

London Common Council Tech. Lessons in Tracing, May 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
London Common Council Tech. Lessons in Tracing, May 1917. Women receiving training in machine work in a munitions class offered by the London County Council in May 1917 during World War I

German Battery in Galicia, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
German Battery in Galicia, between 1914 and c1915. German soldiers with gun battery in Galicia (Eastern Europe) during World War I

German ammunition abandoned at Battle of the Marne, 10/29/14, 29 Oct 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
German ammunition abandoned at Battle of the Marne, 10/29/14, 29 Oct 1914 (date created or published later). A man and woman looking at artillery shells on the ground in France

Working German gun against Russians, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Working German gun against Russians, between 1914 and c1915. German soldiers with machine gun during World War I

U.S.S. Richmond, church services, between 1890 and 1901. Creator: Unknown
U.S.S. Richmond, church services, between 1890 and 1901

Costumes de Différent Pays, Habitants de l'Isle de Corse, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Different Pays, Habitants de l'Isle de Corse, c1797

French Troops in Italy; In Brescia: a machine gun unit march past the Garibaldi... 1917. Creator: Unknown
French Troops in Italy; In Brescia: a machine gun unit march past the Garibaldi monument, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Hours of Victory; A trench held by Americans: first watch, on the evening of October 27... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Hours of Victory; A trench held by Americans: first watch, on the evening of October 27, 1917, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Life in the trenches in Champagne; The outpost re-arms immediately... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Life in the trenches in Champagne; The outpost res-arms immediately using its ammunition, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Life in the trenches in Champagne; A lookout teased by the enemy is passed hand grenades, 1917. Creator: Unknown
Life in the trenches in Champagne; A lookout teased by the enemy is passed hand grenades, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Les Evenements de Grece; Piece d'artillerie de campagne en position sur la colline des Muses...1917 Creator
Les Evenements de Grece; Piece d'artillerie de campagne en position sur la colline des Muses: au second plan, l'Acropole, 1917

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"Ammunition: A Historical Journey Through Warfare" From the New British Sten gun by G. H. Davis to Gun Running by Ulster Volunteer Force, it has played a crucial role in shaping history. In the preparations for the Easter (Dublin) Rising of 1916, figures like Mary Spring Rice and Molly ensured that every bullet counted, fueling the fight for independence. The British Square at Pollilur stands as a testament to the power in decisive battles throughout time. It exemplifies how well-equipped forces can turn tides and secure victories. During the Vietnam War, artillery became synonymous with destruction. An American artilleryman discards spent shell casings from a 105mm Howitzer in South Vietnam's central highlands - an image that captures both the intensity and aftermath of war. Even on home soil, ammunition production was paramount during times of conflict. Swindon Works War Work on January 22nd, 1942 showcased Britain's determination to arm its troops effectively. Advancements in technology brought about new forms of weaponry such as Brimstone air-to-ground missiles mounted on triple launchers - showcasing how ammunition evolved alongside warfare strategies. Looking back further into history, British Troops at Gallipoli relied heavily on ammunition to navigate treacherous terrains and defend their positions against formidable enemies. Not limited to modern warfare alone, even classic firearms like side-by-side shotguns made by skilled craftsmen had their place in battles throughout England's past - each cartridge loaded representing potential victory or defeat. Transportation also played a vital role when it came to supplying troops with much-needed supplies during World War I; hence an Ammunition Bus became an essential part of military logistics during those trying times. And finally, we delve into historical artifacts like the Cased Colt Dragoon Model 1848 Revolver from England which showcases not only exquisite craftsmanship but also highlights how early weapons shaped the course of history.