Barracks Collection (#6)

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)

The Young Explorers by the Sea (colour litho)
2808828 The Young Explorers by the Sea (colour litho) by Salvadori, Riccardo (1866-1927); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Young Explorers by the Sea)

The late Shah of Persia (litho)
1605326 The late Shah of Persia (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Shah of Persia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 16 May 1896)

Plan and elevation of the Savoy buildings, London, 1736, 1816 (engraving)
5912698 Plan and elevation of the Savoy buildings, London, 1736, 1816 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: Plan and elevation of the Savoy)

Castra Praetoria, barracks of the Praetorian Guard, ancient Rome (engraving)
7173395 Castra Praetoria, barracks of the Praetorian Guard, ancient Rome (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Castra Praetoria)

Where Roman legionaries were quartered in housesteads long distant past (litho)
7183112 Where Roman legionaries were quartered in housesteads long distant past (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Vue de l Ecole militaire (casernes de la garde imperiale) (engraving)
7179272 Vue de l Ecole militaire (casernes de la garde imperiale) (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Knightsbridge Barracks (litho)
7188591 Knightsbridge Barracks (litho) by Luker, William (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Knightsbridge Barracks)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caserne; Barracks (engraving)
7195208 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Caserne; Barracks (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caserne; Barracks)

Royal Engineer Barracks, and Memorial Arch (litho)
7189638 Royal Engineer Barracks, and Memorial Arch (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Engineer Barracks, and Memorial Arch)

Barracks, Dublin, published July 1795. Creator: James Malton
Barracks, Dublin, published July 1795

Untitled (Army camp, perhaps from the Battle of Lookout Mountain, Chattanooga, Tennessee), c. 1863. Albumen print

Quarters of Men in Fort Sedgwick, May 1865. Creator: Alexander Gardner
Quarters of Men in Fort Sedgwick, May 1865. Albumen print, pl. 83 from the album " Gardners Photographic Sketch Book of the War, Volume II" (1866)

Cartoon depicting nursemaids wheeling their carriages past the barracks
5308712 Cartoon depicting nursemaids wheeling their carriages past the barracks by Du Maurier, George (1834-96); (add.info.: Cartoon depicting nursemaids wheeling their carriages past the barracks)

Christmas advertisement showing Santa Claus bringing gifts for WW1 soldiers from Dickins and Jones department store
6030545 Christmas advertisement showing Santa Claus bringing gifts for WW1 soldiers from Dickins and Jones department store (colour litho) by English School

Barracks, Scutari, 1854 (b / w photo)
5925509 Barracks, Scutari, 1854 (b/w photo) by Robertson, James (1813-88); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Barracks, Scutari, 1854. Photograph by James Robertson, Scutari, 1854)

Sanitary Arrangements for the Soldier (engraving)
5213439 Sanitary Arrangements for the Soldier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sanitary Arrangements for the Soldier)

Stowing away the Soldier (engraving)
5213433 Stowing away the Soldier (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stowing away the Soldier)

Barracks at Cawnpore, defended by General Wheeler in 1857, until reduced to this Condition (engraving)
1053208 Barracks at Cawnpore, defended by General Wheeler in 1857, until reduced to this Condition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barracks at Cawnpore)

General Lamoriciere negotiating with armed workers defending their barricade outside the Saint Martin barracks, Paris
5208131 General Lamoriciere negotiating with armed workers defending their barricade outside the Saint Martin barracks, Paris, 23 June 1848 (engraving) by French School

Notes at St Helena (engraving)
1059569 Notes at St Helena (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notes at St Helena)

Scenes at Buenos Ayres during the Revolution in Argentina (engraving)
1038306 Scenes at Buenos Ayres during the Revolution in Argentina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches in Cairo, the Bridge and Barracks at Kasr-en-Nil (engraving)
1624159 Sketches in Cairo, the Bridge and Barracks at Kasr-en-Nil (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Cairo)

St Georges Harbour from the Barracks (engraving)
1038258 St Georges Harbour from the Barracks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Georges Harbour from the Barracks)

Father Kelleher and the "Plan of Campaign"on the Ponsonby Estate, near Youghal, Ireland (engraving)
1050411 Father Kelleher and the " Plan of Campaign" on the Ponsonby Estate, near Youghal, Ireland (engraving) by English School

Military Sketches, Christmas in Barracks (engraving)
1060024 Military Sketches, Christmas in Barracks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Military Sketches, Christmas in Barracks)

A Barracks in Modena, 1859 (oil on canvas)
703059 A Barracks in Modena, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Buonamici, Ferdinando (1820-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reunification of Italy; Risorgimineto; ); Italian, out of copyright

The Prince of Waless Visit to Germany for the Kaisers Birthday (engraving)
1629287 The Prince of Waless Visit to Germany for the Kaisers Birthday (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Soldiers dancing in Barracks (litho)
1092990 Soldiers dancing in Barracks (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldiers dancing in Barracks)

New Years Day at an army barracks (colour litho)
971845 New Years Day at an army barracks (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years Day at an army barracks)

French mountain troops dancing to a barrel organ (colour litho)
971956 French mountain troops dancing to a barrel organ (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French mountain troops dancing to a barrel organ)

The Return of the Troops from Egypt, Scenes in the Streets during the March of the Royal Horse Guards (Blue)
1061154 The Return of the Troops from Egypt, Scenes in the Streets during the March of the Royal Horse Guards (Blue) from the Docks to the Albany Street Barracks (engraving) by English School

Camp William Penn, c. 1864 (chromolitho)
878330 Camp William Penn, c.1864 (chromolitho) by Rosenthal, Louis N. (c.1824-after 1900); 49.8 x29.1 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Rendezvous for United States Colored Troops)

German soldiers pulling (gun?) carriage. Postcard sent in 1913
660371 German soldiers pulling (gun?) carriage. Postcard sent in 1913. by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; © Look and Learn

Vittorio Emanuele III at the camp, soldier among the soldiers of Italy (colour litho)
2815759 Vittorio Emanuele III at the camp, soldier among the soldiers of Italy (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vittorio Emanuele III at the camp)

The formidable explosion of the Basovizza powder keg, near Trieste, which contained 900 quintals of balistite
2808867 The formidable explosion of the Basovizza powder keg, near Trieste, which contained 900 quintals of balistite (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the days of the fight (colour litho)
2808636 In the days of the fight (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the days of the struggle. The feverish movement in the back)

The new gray uniform adopted for the entire Italian army, and the new equipment of the soldiers (color litho)
2815124 The new gray uniform adopted for the entire Italian army, and the new equipment of the soldiers (color litho) by Beltrame

British soldiers perished to save the regiments flag during the barracks fire (Colour Litho)
2815107 British soldiers perished to save the regiments flag during the barracks fire (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Burning the flags of the Russian garrison at Port Arthur before surrendering the square to the enemy (Colour Litho)
2814745 Burning the flags of the Russian garrison at Port Arthur before surrendering the square to the enemy (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

A French Army reservist arriving at his barracks with his family (colour litho)
2779526 A French Army reservist arriving at his barracks with his family (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Presentation Of The Silver Medal To An Alpine Soldier, In Milan, For A Great Act Of Valor Accomplished
2798666 The Presentation Of The Silver Medal To An Alpine Soldier, In Milan, For A Great Act Of Valor Accomplished (colour litho) by Beltrame

Volunteers for British Army during the Boer War
A batch of potential recruits drawn up in front of the recruiting Depot at St Georges Barracks, London. Photograph showing the average representation of the youth of the British Nation

Comic postcard, Vicar and soldier, WW2 - soldier of heaven Date: circa 1940s

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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.