Barracks Collection (#5)

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

HMS Pembroke, Royal Naval Barracks, Chatham Dockyard, Kent Date: circa 1900s

Officers of the Welsh Guards at The Albuhera Barracks
(from left) Officers of the Welsh Guards: Hugh Maurice Carstairs Jones-Mortimer (1908 - 1980), Edward Watkin Williams-Wynn (1908-1977), Major James Frank Gresham ()

Major William Augustus Fitzgerald Lane Fox-Pitt, reading
Major (later Major General) William Augustus Fitzgerald Lane Fox-Pitt, CVO, DSO, MC (1896-1988) at The Albuhera Barracks, Aldershot, Hampshire reading in the Library

E. Hodgson, A. Heber-Percy, Jock Fletcher, Albuhera Barracks
Dante Edward Pemberton Hodgson OBE LM (1904-1978), A. Heber-Percy and Jock Fletcher (The subalterns leave Roster) at the Albuhera Barracks, Aldershot, Hampshire. Date: 1932

Lt. Colonel M. B. Beckwith-Smith at the Albuhera Barracks
Lt. Colonel M. B. Beckwith-Smith in the ante room at the Albuhera Barracks, Aldershot, Hampshire. (later Major-General) Merton Beckwith-Smith, DSO

British Officers at the Albuhera Barracks, Aldershot
(from left) Gresham, Mitchell, Dante Edward Pemberton Hodgson OBE LM (1904-1978), Fletcher, A. Heber-Percy at the Albuhera Barracks, Aldershot, Hampshire. Date: 1932

Beyoglu. Burial ground or Champs des Morts Barracks at Pera
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Beyoglu. Burial ground or Champs des Morts Barracks at Pera. Engraving by Lemaitre and Blanchard. Historia de Turquia by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver

The Casemates Barracks, Gibraltar Date: circa 1910

South Barracks, Gibraltar Date: circa 1900

Buena Vista Barracks, Gibraltar Date: circa 1900

Dividing Princess Beatrice's Wedding Cake, Windsor
Soldiers in the Barracks of Windsor Castle divide up the remains of Princess Beatrice's wedding cake. Princess Beatrice (1857-1944) was the youngest daughter of Queen Victoria

Burial ground or Champs des Morts Barracks at Pera
Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Beyoglu. Burial ground or Champs des Morts Barracks at Pera. Engraving by Lemaitre and Blanchard. Historia de Turquia by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver

Sydney in 1812
Taken from the East side of Sydney Cove. The building on the water??s edge on extreme right is Isaac Nichol??s warehouse, The windmill is on the site of Grosvenor Hotel. To the left is old St

13th Minnesota Volunteers 19th Century 1899 Aguinaldo
13th, Minnesota, Volunteers, 19th, Century, 1899, Aguinaldo, armed, army, Asia, Asian, Asiatic, attack, attacked, attacker, attacking, barracks, battle, colored, conflict, contemporary, Age, dead

Fidel Castro arrested after Moncada Barracks attack, Cuba
Fidel Castro (left) under arrest after leading a rebel attack against Batista troops at Moncada Barracks, Cuba. Date: 1953

Spain. Civil War. Montana Barracks in Madrid (July 20, 1936). Arrest of persons involved in the military coup after the storming by republican militians. SPAIN. Barcelona

Photograph showing two Civil Guardsmen cleaning their kit in their barracks, Spain, 1936. The Civil Guard were a cross between a military unit and a police force

A Civil Guard Parade on a tiered building at their barracks, Spain, 1936. This was deemed a necessary alternative to drilling on the middle of the parade ground

A Civil Guardsman having dinner with his family in their private rooms at a Civil Guard Barracks, Spain, 1936. The Civil Guard were a cross between a military unit and a police force

The Lady with the Lamp: Florence Nightingale in the hospital at the Scutari Barracks, Turkey, during the Crimean War
3062058 The Lady with the Lamp: Florence Nightingale in the hospital at the Scutari Barracks, Turkey, during the Crimean War

Buckingham Palace, City of Westminster, London, England
6317587 Buckingham Palace, City of Westminster, London, England by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Buckingham Palace, City of Westminster, London, England, 19th century)

Women preparing food in the kitchens of a French army barracks, World War I, 1916 (colour litho)
6000409 Women preparing food in the kitchens of a French army barracks, World War I, 1916 (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

With the Knights of Malta - the Luxury of a Smoke, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885 (1886) Creator: Unknown
With the Knights of Malta - the Luxury of a Smoke, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885 (1886). From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weelky Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886

In spite of the very harsh climate, there is no shortage of Italian soldiers of the Murmansk contingent
2808783 In spite of the very harsh climate, there is no shortage of Italian soldiers of the Murmansk contingent... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Ruined British Barracks on Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo)
3481455 Ruined British Barracks on Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo); (add.info.: Ruined 18th Century British Barracks at the Fortress of Brimstone Hill, on the island of St)

Bold shot of the Gondarini hand (colour litho)
2778605 Bold shot of the Gondarini hand (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bold coup de mano by the Gondarini)

A brawl between soldiers of two British regiments (colour litho)
2807700 A brawl between soldiers of two British regiments (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

View from the Fortress of Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo)
3481456 View from the Fortress of Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo); (add.info.: 18th Century British Fortress of Brimstone Hill, on the island of St. Kitts in the Caribbean.); © Don Troiani

Ruined British Barracks on Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo)
3481454 Ruined British Barracks on Brimstone Hill, St. Kitts (photo); (add.info.: Ruined 18th Century British Barracks at the Fortress of Brimstone Hill, on the island of St)

Duel between two Austro-Hungarian army officers in Budapest, 1896 (engraving)
6000531 Duel between two Austro-Hungarian army officers in Budapest, 1896 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Emin Pashas People "At Home"in the Abbassiyeh Barrack s, Cairo, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Emin Pashas People " At Home" in the Abbassiyeh Barrack s, Cairo, 1890

On the telephone - the tragic echoes of fighting, 1915 (litho)
STC407187 On the telephone - the tragic echoes of fighting, 1915 (litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Switzerland: Winterthur, the Old Barracks (b / w photo)
7183412 Switzerland: Winterthur, the Old Barracks (b/w photo) by Gaberell, Jean (1887-1949); Private Collection; (add.info.: Winterthur, the Old Barracks)

The Arrival of Regimental Drafts at Gibraltar, the New Comers marching to their Quarters in the Barracks (engraving)
1047459 The Arrival of Regimental Drafts at Gibraltar, the New Comers marching to their Quarters in the Barracks (engraving) by Durand

The Queens Eightieth Birthday Celebrations at Windsor, after the Review, the 2nd Battalion Scots Guards passing
1598926 The Queens Eightieth Birthday Celebrations at Windsor, after the Review, the 2nd Battalion Scots Guards passing the Queen on their Way to Barracks (litho) by Begg

Guns of the 75th Royal Field Artillery, Pretoria, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)
5920872 Guns of the 75th Royal Field Artillery, Pretoria, South Africa, 1899 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum

The Corps of Commissionaires (engraving)
1060148 The Corps of Commissionaires (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Corps of Commissionaires)

Barrack Square, 78th Highlanders, Kandahar, 1880 circa (b / w photo)
5920016 Barrack Square, 78th Highlanders, Kandahar, 1880 circa (b/w photo) by Simpson, Benjamin (1831-1923); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Barrack Square, 78th Highlanders, Kandahar)

View of the encampment of German and Roman armies (handcoloured copperplate engraving)
5986560 View of the encampment of German and Roman armies (handcoloured copperplate engraving) by Verico, Antonio (1775-after 1822); (add.info.: View of the battle formation)

The interior of a barrack room, possibly in a Martello Tower, c. 1812 (oil on canvas)
5929419 The interior of a barrack room, possibly in a Martello Tower, c.1812 (oil on canvas) by Ford, William Henry (fl.c.1812); National Army Museum

Castlehill Barracks (b / w photo)
7191232 Castlehill Barracks (b/w photo) by Porter, James (1874-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Castlehill Barracks)

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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.