Conscripts Collection (#9)

The English offensive in France, the bitter struggle for the conquest of La Boisselle (colour litho)
2777564 The English offensive in France, the bitter struggle for the conquest of La Boisselle (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The death of Gabriele d Annunzio (colour litho)
2783777 The death of Gabriele d Annunzio (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The death of Gabriele d Annunzio)

Epic fight between a Russian corporal and a Japanese flag bearer on the 203-meter hill fort (colour litho)
2814739 Epic fight between a Russian corporal and a Japanese flag bearer on the 203-meter hill fort (colour litho) by Beltrame

The victorious operations in Tripolitania (colour litho)
2809179 The victorious operations in Tripolitania (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The victorious operations in Tripolitania)

Partial resumption of hostilities in Cyrenaica, Eritrean ascaris launched to chase the Bedouins... (colour litho)
2815508 Partial resumption of hostilities in Cyrenaica, Eritrean ascaris launched to chase the Bedouins... (colour litho) by Beltrame

New offensive means of war, effects of bombs dropped by an Italian military aviator on the... (colour litho)
2815491 New offensive means of war, effects of bombs dropped by an Italian military aviator on the... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Sentry at a powder keg, in Mantua, which kills the soldier sent to replace him by mistaking him for an aggressor
2815308 Sentry at a powder keg, in Mantua, which kills the soldier sent to replace him by mistaking him for an aggressor (colour litho) by Beltrame

Bloody Easter in Poland, among the working population and the troops in Warsaw (colour litho)
2814781 Bloody Easter in Poland, among the working population and the troops in Warsaw (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bloody Easter in Poland)

The excesses of the Balkan War, Bulgarian soldiers who among the hurrah! Comrades set fire... (colour litho)
2815562 The excesses of the Balkan War, Bulgarian soldiers who among the hurrah! Comrades set fire... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The serious events of Constantinople, assault of the barracks by the Macedonian troops drawn... (colour litho)
2815222 The serious events of Constantinople, assault of the barracks by the Macedonian troops drawn... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Attack on the King of Spain on his wedding day, a bomb thrown from a window on the procession (colour litho)
2814904 Attack on the King of Spain on his wedding day, a bomb thrown from a window on the procession (colour litho) by Beltrame

While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg
2814738 While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The war on Morocco, the rebels, led by a red Caid, hang up the exterminated Casa Blanca... (colour litho)
2815040 The war on Morocco, the rebels, led by a red Caid, hang up the exterminated Casa Blanca... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The war on Morocco)

The Loot Giants (Colour Litho)
2808619 The Loot Giants (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The loot giants. One of the two magnificent examples of 305 Skoda mortars that fell in)

Aware of the importance of the game, Germany launches its most precious reserves at the Battle of Flanders
2808611 Aware of the importance of the game, Germany launches its most precious reserves at the Battle of Flanders (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Victorious French Offensive (Colour Litho)
2808580 The Victorious French Offensive (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The victorious French offensive)

The war of the five peoples, between Bulgarians and Turkish soldiers who came from Asia the struggle around
2808530 The war of the five peoples, between Bulgarians and Turkish soldiers who came from Asia the struggle around... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An episode of value around a Corporal of the Cavalry Lodi who fell, wounded and stripped by... (colour litho)
2808496 An episode of value around a Corporal of the Cavalry Lodi who fell, wounded and stripped by... (colour litho) by Beltrame

An episode of the Battle of Zanzur, Arabs caught in a cave where, safe... (colour litho)
2808490 An episode of the Battle of Zanzur, Arabs caught in a cave where, safe... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: An episode of the Battle of Zanzur)

The first war enterprise of the Ascars in Tripolitania, arrest of Arab soldiers in a place... (colour litho)
2808457 The first war enterprise of the Ascars in Tripolitania, arrest of Arab soldiers in a place... (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Victims Of Duty, Russian Sentinels At The Borders Of Manchuria Killed By The Intense Cold (Colour Litho)
2798756 The Victims Of Duty, Russian Sentinels At The Borders Of Manchuria Killed By The Intense Cold (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The long, ever-growing procession of the little Belgian children (colour litho)
2777608 The long, ever-growing procession of the little Belgian children (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The long)

The new Allied weapons, an English terrestrial dreadnought on German positions (colour litho)
2777587 The new Allied weapons, an English terrestrial dreadnought on German positions (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Allied weapons)

Deathly Wounded (Colour Litho)
2777563... Deathly Wounded (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: "... Mortally wounded)

How the Austrian Offensive breaks, columns that moved to the attack of Coni Zugna... (colour litho)
2777555 How the Austrian Offensive breaks, columns that moved to the attack of Coni Zugna... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Conscripts: From Royalist Cavalry to African-American Marines, a Glimpse into the History of Warfare" In this captivating collection of lithographs and engravings, we embark on a journey through time to explore the lives and experiences in various conflicts. The Battle of Naseby during the English Civil War comes alive as we witness the valiant charge of Royalist cavalry against their Parliamentarian foes. The year is 1645, and amidst the chaos, these conscripted soldiers fight for their cause with unwavering determination. Moving forward in history, we find ourselves amidst the Battle of Peleliu in 1944. A powerful black-and-white photograph captures the resilience and bravery of African-American Marines as they face unimaginable challenges on Pacific shores. Archduke Maximilian's visit to an armourer transports us back further still, offering a glimpse into military life centuries ago. Engraved with intricate detail, this scene showcases not only weaponry but also highlights how they were integral parts of armies throughout history. As our exploration continues, Mr Edwin J Bretts Collection reveals an impressive array of armor at a Tudor Exhibition. These artifacts serve as reminders that even in times when warfare was dominated by knights and chivalry, conscripts played crucial roles on battlefields across Europe. Colored engravings depicting military habits from the 15th and 16th centuries provide insight into how uniforms evolved over time while showcasing both individuality and unity among conscripted soldiers. Richard the Lionheart emerges from a vibrant lithograph capturing his legendary persona—a reminder that leaders themselves often relied upon brave men who answered their call to arms as conscripts. Transitioning once again through time brings us to colored engravings displaying armor from the 16th century—testaments to craftsmanship but also symbols representing those who wore them; ordinary individuals thrust into extraordinary circumstances.