Bowie Collection

David Bowie, Cannes 1983
A portrait taken on May 11, 1983 shows British singer David Bowie during a press conference at the 36th Cannes Film Festival

Files-France-Music-Bowie
(FILES) This file photo taken on September 10, 2002 shows British singer David Bowie smiling during a CD signing in Paris, ahead of his upcoming concerts in the French capital 24 and 25 September

CONFEDERATE CAMP, 1861. Confederate troops from Mississippi practicing with the Bowie knife in camp. Wood engraving from a Northern American newspaper of 1861

Music-David Bowie-1990
British singer David Bowie presents himself to a press conference, 23 January 1990, in London to announce his new world tour due to start in Canada in March

JAMES BOWIE (1796-1836). American soldier and frontiersman: lithograph, 19th century

USA Fort Bowie
Distant view of Fort Bowie, Arizona, in the heart of Apache country and scene of fighting with Native Americans

Non Stop the Music
Dikhotomy

Rock Musicians
Jimi Hendrix, Mick Jagger, Elvis Presley, David Bowie, Bob Marley, John Lennon, Michael Jackson, Freddie Mercury, Elton John - Rock Musicians

Fortress of Bowie, in Rajpootana, India Date: 1857-1858

Group of the police force newly organised in Bengal
Police force newly organised in Bengal including Lieutenant Bowie, Inspector Harry Mullick and Inspector Pandy. 1864

Nurses Home, Ganado Mission, Ganado, Arizona, USA
Nurses Home, Ganado Mission, Ganado Mission Gift Shop, Ganado, Arizona, USA. Date: 1930s

Southern Pacific Depot, Bowie, Arizona, USA
Southern Pacific Depot and Railroad Station, Bowie, Arizona, USA. Date: circa 1910

Space Oddity
Christophe Kiciak

David Bowie, singer, songwriter and actor, plays The Riverside, Newcastle, North East England. The crowd, hands outstretched, and David, enjoy being so close to each other, as this picture shows

Michael Bowie, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2015. Artist: Brian O Connor
Michael Bowie, Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Glynde Place, East Sussex, 2015

Agriculture - Pistachio orchard early in the growing season / Bowie, Arizona, USA

U. S. SIGNAL CORPS, c1880. Photograph of a U. S. Signal Corps column leaving Fort Bowie in Arizona
U.S. SIGNAL CORPS, c1880. Photograph of a U.S. Signal Corps column leaving Fort Bowie in Arizona, c1880

BOWIE KUHN (1926-2007). American lawyer and baseball commissioner. Photographed in his office, c1970, holding mail-in ballots for major league baseballs All-Star Game submitted by former Chief

BOWIE KNIFE AND SHEATH. Wood engraving, American, late 19th century

JAMES BOWIE (1796-1836). American soldier and frontiersman. Bowie firing on Caddo and Tehuacana Native American warriors near San Saba, Texas, November 1831. Wood engraving, c1870

FORT BOWIE, ARIZONA, 1886. Line engraving, 1886

KNIFE DUEL, 1865. Two men engaged in a duel with Bowie knives. Line engraving, American, c1865

USA Fort Bowie Ariz
Fort Bowie, Arizona, in the country of the Apaches

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"Bowie: A Timeless Icon in Music and History" David Bowie, the legendary musician, captivated audiences at Cannes in 1983 with his electrifying performance. His unique style and mesmerizing stage presence left a lasting impression on all who witnessed it. But the name "Bowie" holds more than just musical significance. It traces back to the Confederate troops from Mississippi, honing their skills with the iconic Bowie knife during camp training in 1861. This wood engraving from an American newspaper of that time showcases their dedication and commitment. Fast forward to 1990, where David Bowie continued to push boundaries with his music. His innovative sound and artistic vision solidified his status as one of the greatest rock musicians of all time. James Bowie, an American soldier and frontiersman from the 19th century, is another figure associated with this name. A lithograph depicting him reminds us of his bravery and adventurous spirit that became synonymous with the Bowie legacy. From France to India, "Bowie" has left its mark across continents. Whether it's Fort Bowie in Arizona or Fortress in Rajpootana, these locations bear witness to historical events shaped by this influential name. Not limited to music or military history alone, "Bowie" also finds itself intertwined with various aspects of society. From newly organized police forces in Bengal to nursing homes like Ganado Mission in Arizona - each representing different facets where "Bowie" has made its presence felt. Intriguingly diverse yet undeniably connected through time and geography - "Bowie" remains a symbol that transcends borders and genres alike. It represents innovation, courage, creativity; qualities embodied by David Bowie himself as he continues to inspire generations even after his passing. So whether you think of David Bowie's groundbreaking music or delve into historical references tied to this enigmatic name - there's no denying that "Bowie" will forever be etched in our collective consciousness.