Bayonet Collection (#6)

French Infantry of the Line, 1854. Creator: Unknown
French Infantry of the Line, 1854. Soldiers in the French army during the Crimean War. Prince Menschikoff, in his apologetic description of the battle

Zouaves, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Zouaves, 1854. North African soldiers in the French army during the Crimean War. The enemy were getting up all their strength for a final effort

Charge of the Chasseurs d'Afrique, October 25, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Charge of the Chasseurs d'Afrique, October 25, 1854. Crimean War, Battle of Balaclava, extract from French commander Canrobert's description

Camp of the 21st Fusiliers, on the Heights of Sebastopol, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Camp of the 21st Fusiliers, on the Heights of Sebastopol, 1854. Crimean War: British soldiers repairing uniforms, cooking, and cleaning guns

British Infantry in Barracks, at Gallipoli, 1854. Creator: Unknown
British Infantry in Barracks, at Gallipoli, 1854. Scene from the Crimean War: soldiers in Turkey. The order to march has just been received

Le Ballon ("La Ville de Paris investie, confie à l'air son appel à la France"). Allégorie... c1870
Le Ballon ("La Ville de Paris investie, confie a l'air son appel a la France"). Allegorie a la defense de Paris (1870-1871). Siege de Paris, c1870

Parade on Boulevard des Italiens, Crimean Army troops, December 29, 1855. Creator: Unknown
Parade on Boulevard des Italiens, Crimean Army troops, December 29, 1855

English Militia and Yeomanry Cavalry, 1854. Creator: Unknown
English Militia and Yeomanry Cavalry, 1854. British Army uniforms during the Crimean War. 4th Middlesex (officer); Yorkshire Hussars; Yeomanry Undress; Yeomanry Cavalry; 4th Middlesex; South Lincoln;

Marin Burty, draper, in grenadier uniform, 1830. Creator: Alexandre-Jean Dubois-Drahonet
Marin Burty, draper, in grenadier uniform, 1830

Panorama: group portrait of soldiers, 1870. Creator: Andre-Adolphe-Eugene Disderi
Panorama: group portrait of soldiers, 1870

Rout of the Mexicans, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Rout of the Mexicans, 1849. Scene from the Mexican-American War. From "Pictorial History of Mexico and the Mexican War", by John Frost, LL.D.. [Thomas, Cowperthwait and Co

Fire on the Leaders and Cavalry... 1830–31. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Fire on the Leaders and Cavalry... 1830-31

Close the Ranks, 1832. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Close the Ranks, 1832

Attention! The Emperor has his eye on you, 1832. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Attention! The Emperor has his eye on you, 1832

Je n'tire pas! Si la cause était bonne, y n'faudrait pas d'argent pour la défendre. 28 Jui... 1831
Je n'tire pas! Si la cause etait bonne, y n'faudrait pas d'argent pour la defendre. 28 Juillet 1830, 1831

Sappers, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expédition de Rome, 1853. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Sappers, from Souvenirs d'Italie: Expedition de Rome, 1853

We Have Won!, 1825–26. Creator: Auguste Raffet
We Have Won!, 1825-26

Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldiers of the Volhynie Regiment (Imperial Guard), Camp V... 1842–44
Non-Commissioned Officer and Soldiers of the Volhynie Regiment (Imperial Guard), Camp Vosnessensk, 1842-44

Arms of the Free State of Cuba, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Arms of the Free State of Cuba, 1850. Some of the principal features of this device are borrowed from the arms of the United States

WWI French Mannlicher Berthier Infantry rifle bayonet
First World War French Mannlicher Berthier Infantry rifle bayonet, No. 24557. Firearms & Equipment

Siberia [graphic] : written by Bartley Campbell. c1900. Creators: Bartley Campbell, U.S. Printing Co
Siberia [graphic] : written by Bartley Campbell. c1900

The Civil War in America: camp of the Confederate Marines at Drury's Bluff... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Civil War in America: camp of the Confederate Marines at Drury's [sic] Bluff, on the James River - from a sketch by our special artist, 1862

Procession of the British Envoys to Madagascar from the seashore to the Fort of Tamatave... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Procession of the British Envoys to Madagascar from the seashore to the Fort of Tamatave to dine with the Governor of Tamatave, 1862. Engraving from a drawing by Lieutenant P. P

The International Exhibition: Birmingham Smallarms Trophy, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Birmingham Smallarms Trophy, 1862. In block form, it is a parallelogram, with square projecting corners, which rise to about two-thirds of the height of the solid block

The Civil War in America: Colonel Fitch and the 46th Indiana Volunteers... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Civil War in America: Colonel Fitch and the 46th Indiana Volunteers taking at the point of the bayonet the Confederate battery of Fort St

Illustrirte Zeitung: front cover, 7 October 1915
3786809 Illustrirte Zeitung: front cover, 7 October 1915; (add.info.: Illustrierte Zeitung: front cover, 7 October 1915. War Edition Number 62. Showing soldiers in World War I battle)

WWI - British Indian army attack German soldiers
3789986 WWI - British Indian army attack German soldiers; (add.info.: British Indian army, the 58th Vaughan's Rifles (Frontier Force) attack German soldiers with bayonets

WWI - Wounded British soldiers charge at German soldiers
3789983 WWI - Wounded British soldiers charge at German soldiers; (add.info.: Wounded British soldiers, of the Yorkshire Light Infantry, charge at German soldiers)

WWI - Searchlight signals night attack
3789974 WWI - Searchlight signals night attack; (add.info.: British searchlights find the position of the German forces and signal to the British troops by flashing the sign of the cross)

WWI - French soldiers marching to the front 1914
3789970 WWI - French soldiers marching to the front 1914; (add.info.: French soldiers marching to the front pass through a village and are offered refreshments from women and elders)

WWI - Field Marshal French and General Joffre
3789969 WWI - Field Marshal French and General Joffre; (add.info.: Field Marshal John Denton Pinkstone French and General Joseph Joffre directing operations at the front)

WWI - Wounded French NCO 1914
3789965 WWI - Wounded French NCO 1914; (add.info.: Wounded French NCO ( non-commissioned officer ) shakes hand with a German commander, 10th September 1914

WWI - British Indian army attack German soldiers
3790594 WWI - British Indian army attack German soldiers; (add.info.: British Indian army, the 58th Vaughan's Rifles (Frontier Force) attack German soldiers with bayonets

WW1 - Wounded soldiers escape from a bombed church 1914
3789963 WW1 - Wounded soldiers escape from a bombed church 1914; (add.info.: Wounded soldiers escape from a bombed church, France, 1914)

Portrait of a young Moorish soldier in uniform, holding a bayonet. Africa. Date of Photograph:1870 - 1890

Portrait of Ferdinand II of the Two Sicilies (1810-1859) Italy. Date of Photograph:1840 ca

Postcard commemorating the Central School of Infantry Shooting, illustration of V. Bonelli and A. Dalbesio Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the 2 Regiment of Artillery Fortress Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the 3 Alpini Regiment Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1902. Date of Artwork:1900 ca

Postcard commemorating the Siege of Gaeta in 1860, illustration of Quinto Cenni (1845-1917) Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1890-1910

Postcard commemorating the 72 Infantry Regiment Brigade Puglie Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the 66 Infantry Regiment Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the 61 and 62 Infantry Regiment Brigade Sicilia Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

Postcard commemorating the 58 Infantry Regiment Brigade Abruzzi Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1896-1910

Postcard commemorating the 54 Infantry Regiment Italy Print International Art of 20th Century. Date of Photograph:1900-1910. Date of Artwork:1900-1910

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"Bayonet: A Weapon of History and Valor" This captivating poster for the Welsh Guards transports us back to a pivotal moment in history - the Battle of Brandywine during the Revolutionary War. Painted by Howard Pyle in 1906, it showcases the bravery and determination of those who fought for their nation's freedom. The bayonet, an integral part of warfare throughout centuries, played a crucial role during the Napoleonic Wars. French soldiers donned their distinctive uniforms as they wielded this formidable weapon on battlefields across Europe. Even during times of celebration, such as Christmas and New Year, the Coldstream Guards proudly displayed their bayonets on cards sent to loved ones. Their commitment to duty never wavered. In between conflicts, when peace seemed within reach, posters like that from the Territorial Army reminded citizens of their responsibility to protect their homeland. The bayonet symbolized readiness and preparedness against any threat that might arise. Artistic depictions like James Gillray's "A March to the Bank" captured both humor and satire while showcasing soldiers armed with bayonets. These images served as reminders that even in times of peace or political turmoil, military strength was always at hand. The Napoleonic Wars witnessed countless battles where brave soldiers faced each other with fixed bayonets. One such engagement was immortalized in "BATTLE OF THE ROTHIERE (1814), " reminding us of both triumphs and sacrifices made by those who carried these lethal weapons into combat. During World War I's infamous Battle of Somme, Coldstreamers charged fearlessly towards enemy lines with bayonets gleaming under fire-filled skies. Their unwavering courage became synonymous with heroism amidst unimaginable horrors. George Orwell's book cover for "Homage to Catalonia, " published in 1938 about the Spanish Civil War evokes emotions tied closely with sacrifice and loyalty embodied by those who fought with bayonets in hand.