Barracks Collection (#4)

H.B.M. Foot Guards encamped at Scutari - from a daguerreotype by Mr. Robertson, of Constan... 1854. Creator: Unknown
H.B.M. Foot Guards encamped at Scutari - from a daguerreotype by Mr. Robertson, of Constantinople, 1854. British troops at Scutari Barracks [in Turkey], during the Crimean War

Arrival of English Troops at the Barracks of Selimie, at Scutari, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of English Troops at the Barracks of Selimie, at Scutari, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Temporary Barrack at Ballater for the Queen's Guard of Honour, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Temporary Barrack at Ballater for the Queen's Guard of Honour, 1850. About eight miles distant from her Majesty [Queen Victoria]'s Castle of Balmoral is the delightful village of Ballater [in

Entertainment to the...Coldstream Guards... 1850. Creator: Unknown
Entertainment to the Non-Commissioned Officers and Privates of the Coldstream Guards, at the Portman-Street Barracks, 1850

Visit of the President Louis Napoleon to the Garrison of Paris, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Visit of the President Louis Napoleon to the Garrison of Paris, 1850....Louis Napoleon is riding through the street, pistol in hand, and escorted by cuirassiers

Mustapha Pasha Barracks - Alexandria, Egypt Date: circa 1910

Malta - Mtarfa - St. Davids British Military Barracks. Date: circa 1910s

Deepcut Barracks Chapel 33141_034
The Princess Royal Barracks, Deepcut, Surrey. Garrison Church of St Barbara, 2017

Deepcut Barracks 33141_017
The Princess Royal Barracks, Deepcut, Surrey, 2017

Government barracks, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Government barracks, between c1900 and c1930

Barracks at Ft. Wm. H. Seward, between c1900 and c1930. Creator: Unknown
Barracks at Ft. Wm. H. Seward, between c1900 and c1930

No 2, log huts, winter quarters of the Br N Am Boundary Commission on... between 1858 and 1861. Creator: Unknown
No 2, log huts, winter quarters of the Br N Am Boundary Commission on the banks of the Columbia two miles above the Hudson Bay Cos post at Colville, between 1858 and 1861

Chinese Captives in Aleksandrovsk Post, 1890. Creator: Ivan Nikolaevich Krasnov
Chinese Captives in Aleksandrovsk Post, 1890. The photographs were taken on Sakhalin Island during the late 19th and early 20th centuries and provide rare glimpses of the island's settlements

Prayer in a Prison Courtyard, 1890. Creator: Ivan Nikolaevich Krasnov
Prayer in a Prison Courtyard, 1890 This photograph is from a collection consisting of an album and individual photographs preserved in the Aleksandrovsk Municipal History

Barracks of the Tymovskoye Local Convict Camp in the Settlement of Rykovsk, 1880-1899. From an album created on Sakhalin Island in the 1890s

Ust'-Kara Hard Labor Convict Camp, 1891. Creator: Aleksei Kuznetsov
Ust'-Kara Hard Labor Convict Camp, 1891. One of 74 views taken in July 1891 and contained in the albumTipy i vidy Nerchinskoi katorgi (Views and inhabitants of Nerchinsk hard labor camps)

The annual change of the Household Brigade the Second Life Guards arriving at Albany... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The annual change of the Household Brigade the Second Life Guards arriving at Albany-Street Barracks, [London], 1862. The annual change of quarters of the brigade of Household Cavalry took place

Cuirassiers at Lyon
3567237 Cuirassiers at Lyon by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Lyon, France 1930-1939 France, Third Republic, 1870-1940 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives

Barracks of the M.V.S.N (National Security Volunteer Militia), Littoria (Latina, Lazio) Latina. Date of Photograph:1932-1946

South facade of the S. Giorgio barracks of the R. Finance Guard, Genoa Genoa. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Barracks of the twelfth Artillery Regiment achieved by Sbacchi, Palermo Palermo. Date of Photograph:1926-1928

A soldier photographed in front of the Command Station of Venice Venice. Date of Photograph:1927

Postcard commemorating the gunner Paolo Sacchi Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the Royal Carabineers of Bari (Bergia Station) Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Military parade in Magdeburg, Germany Germany Magdeburg. Date of Photograph:1885

The Caserma Cernaia, Turin Turin Barracks Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:06/10/1926

Group of English soldiers in uniform, posing outside of the barracks. In the foreground a section of a lawn Great Britain. Date of Photograph:1940-1950 ca

Soldiers on horseback Italy. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Avenue of Bangkok with the military barracks and the Emperor's Palace. Thailand Bangkok. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

View of the barracks overlooking the Nile near the Kasr bridge, in Cairo, in Egypt Egypt Cairo. Date of Photograph:1880 ca

Moored boats in the canal of Viareggio, a town in the province of Lucca. In the background, the Caserma dei Marinai (sailors barracks) Versilia / Viareggio. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

The firemen's barracks in Piazza San Biagio in Florence Florence. Date of Photograph:1900-1905 ca

8th Ardwick Battalion, Territorial Army, Manchester
Group photo, 8th Ardwick Battalion, Territorial Army Regiment, Manchester

Napier Barracks, Karachi, British India
Napier Barracks, Karachi, Sindh Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1908

Soldiers in mess hall of army barracks, South Africa. Date: circa 1900

Two small boys look in the Placa des Esplanada, Es Castell
Two small boys look at a mobile phone in the Placa des Esplanada (the main square) at Es Castell, near Mahon, Menorca, Spain

Edinburgh Castle, As It Was Before the Siege of 1573, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Edinburgh Castle, As It Was Before the Siege of 1573, 1890. During the 15th century the castle was used as an arsenal and armaments factory

The Lancashire Militia New Depot, at Preston, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Lancashire Militia New Depot, at Preston, 1857. Army facility in Lancashire. This building presents a favourable specimen of the superior accommodation provided of late for our militia force

Falmouth from Pendennis DP114927
Callie's Cottage, Pendennis Castle, Castle Drive, Falmouth, Cornwall. Callie's Cottage with Falmouth behind. This holiday cottage was the Sergeant's Mess

Chester Castle 35055_013
Chester Castle, Cheshire West and Chester, 2021

Horse Guards CXP01_01_145
Horse Guards, Whitehall, City of Westminster, Greater London. Two mounted Life Guards on sentry duty at Horse Guards

USA, New Jersey, Highlands, Sandy Hook, Gateway National Recreation Area, military barracks, Fort Hancock

Australia, Victoria, VIC, Bonegilla, The Bonegilla Migrant Experience Museum, post-WW2 immigrant facility, housing barracks interior, luggage and Australian flag

Roll Of Drums
Andrea Comari

Tin Town - The Guards Depot, Caterham, Surrey. Date: circa 1917

Portsmouth Whale Island Naval Barracks early 1900s

Sailors drilling at Shotley Barracks, early 1900s

Leamington Spa The Barracks early 1900s

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"Barracks: A Tapestry of History and Heroism" Step into the past as we unravel the captivating tales woven within the walls across England. From Chichester to Sheffield, Lewisham to Worthing, these military strongholds have witnessed moments that shaped our nation. In 1812, a map of Chichester revealed the strategic importance in safeguarding our borders. As Florence Nightingale emerged as "The Lady With The Lamp, " her unwavering dedication shone brightly even within the confines of Woolwich Barracks. During times of conflict, barracks became targets themselves. The Germans meticulously marked bombing targets on an Ordnance Survey map copied from north Sheffield. Meanwhile, Sussex experienced turmoil during The Salvation Army Riots at Worthing, where order was restored amidst chaos. ASC Barracks in Grove Park stood tall as a symbol of unity and resilience. Nearby Chatham's General Gordon Statue paid tribute to a hero who inspired countless soldiers with his bravery and leadership. Transport yourself back to 1905 when Woolwich Barracks bustled with activity; its vibrant atmosphere mirrored by Ruthuen Barracks' rich history elsewhere. Nether Hallam's street map offers glimpses into everyday life surrounding these bastions of strength. On anniversaries like that of the Battle of Ortigara, thousands embarked on pilgrimages honoring fallen heroes - reminding us all that courage transcends time and place. Witnessing The Coldstream Guards taking over the Colour evokes profound respect for those who protect our freedoms selflessly. Barracks stand not only as physical structures but also as symbols etched deep into our collective memory - testaments to sacrifice, camaraderie, and duty beyond measure. Let their stories echo through generations so we may forever cherish their significance in shaping our shared heritage.