Firearm Collection (#5)

A gun used for throwing a line across to a stricken vessel, 1850
3331167 A gun used for throwing a line across to a stricken vessel, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a gun used for throwing a line across to a stricken vessel)

Smith Patent breech loading carbine
3028616 Smith Patent breech loading carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Smith Patent breech loading carbine); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Bayonet for 69 Caliber US Musket Model 1842
3028613 Bayonet for 69 Caliber US Musket Model 1842; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayonet for 69 Caliber US Musket Model 1842); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Confederate Breech Loading Brass Frame Morse Carbine
3028398 Confederate Breech Loading Brass Frame Morse Carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Confederate Breech Loading Brass Frame Morse Carbine); © Don Troiani

United States, Warner 50 caliber Breech loading carbine
3028643 United States, Warner 50 caliber Breech loading carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, United States, Warner.50 caliber Breech loading carbine); © Don Troiani

Volcanic Lever Action Repeating Rifle 1857-60
3028640 Volcanic Lever Action Repeating Rifle 1857-60; Private Collection; (add.info.: Volcanic Lever Action Repeating Rifle 1857-60); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Confederate Bilharz Hall muzzle loading cavalry carbine
3028614 Confederate Bilharz Hall muzzle loading cavalry carbine.; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, Confederate Bilharz Hall muzzle loading cavalry carbine.); © Don Troiani

Confederate Imported LeMat Grapeshot revolver 2nd Model transitional
3028787 Confederate Imported LeMat Grapeshot revolver 2nd Model transitional; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Confederate Imported French LeMat Grapeshot revolver)

U.S. Model1822 flintlock musket with bolster conversion to percussion
3028755 U.S. Model1822 flintlock musket with bolster conversion to percussion; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, U.S)

American Civil War, Soldier of Andrew's Sharpshooters
3028451 American Civil War, Soldier of Andrew's Sharpshooters; Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldier of Andrew's Sharpshooters, 15th Massachusetts Volunteers, armed with a target rifle)

Gibbs breech loading cavalry carbine
3028418 Gibbs breech loading cavalry carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Gibbs breech loading cavalry carbine); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Colt Revolving infantry rifle
3028397 Colt Revolving infantry rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Colt Revolving infantry rifle)

Long barreled Egyptian Model Sharps rifle used by 8th Conn. Vols
3028365 Long barreled Egyptian Model Sharps rifle used by 8th Conn. Vols; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War)

Hopkins and Allen revolver and Holster
3028364 Hopkins and Allen revolver and Holster; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hopkins and Allen revolver and Holster which belonged to Major Sawtell of the 6th Massachusetts Volunteers)

Frank Wesson Two Trigger Military Carbine
3028248 Frank Wesson Two Trigger Military Carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War, Frank Wesson Two Trigger Military Carbine); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Merrill Breech Loading Infantry Rifle
3028204 Merrill Breech Loading Infantry Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Merrill Breech Loading Infantry Rifle, used by the 1st Massachusetts Sharpshooters); © Don Troiani

The Review of the Vale of Neath Volunteer Rifle Corps, 1860 (engraving)
1579522 The Review of the Vale of Neath Volunteer Rifle Corps, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving of the Review of the Vale of Neath Volunteer Rifle Corps. The troops are depicted marching)

Mahmoud, C Smirke up (b/w photo)
8671562 Mahmoud, C Smirke up (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mahmoud, C Smirke up. Mahmoud was the 1936 winner of the Derby)

Vouko Golouba, leader of the Uskoks of Rudina (engraving)
8676749 Vouko Golouba, leader of the Uskoks of Rudina (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vouko Golouba, leader of the Uskoks of Rudina, Croatia)

The Triumph of Hate (litho)
8664187 The Triumph of Hate (litho) by Forsyth, Gordon Mitchell (1879-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Triumph of Hate. Cartoon from Labour Leader, 1915)

I trust you won't think me abrupt (colour litho)
8655827 I trust you won't think me abrupt (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I trust you won't think me abrupt)

First woman winner of the National Rifle Association's King's Prize, Bisley, 1930 (b/w photo)
8626449 First woman winner of the National Rifle Association's King's Prize, Bisley, 1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss M E Foster)

Pair of shotguns taken on the Franklin expedition, 1845-47 (steel, iron, brass, wood)
7295459 Pair of shotguns taken on the Franklin expedition, 1845-47 (steel, iron, brass, wood); 11x117x5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: They have walnut stocks)

Boy and girl in Bavarian costume (postcard)
7377749 Boy and girl in Bavarian costume (postcard); (add.info.: The boy is holding a rifle, the girl a beer tankard); © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved

Lieut. Turner & boats crew of the ship Tea, made prisoners by the Ladrone Pirates, c.1800 (coloured aquatint)
7341674 Lieut. Turner & boats crew of the ship Tea, made prisoners by the Ladrone Pirates, c.1800 (coloured aquatint) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 17.8x25.9 cm; National Maritime Museum

Whale gun and harpon, used on the Resolute, an auxiliary steam ship (1879), c.1880 (wood and metal)
MMM5476760 Whale gun and harpon, used on the Resolute, an auxiliary steam ship (1879), c.1880 (wood and metal); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Whale gun and harpon)

An Appeal to You, 1915 (colour litho)
5925474 An Appeal to You, 1915 (colour litho); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Colour photolithograph recruiting poster published by the Parliamentary Recruitment Committee as poster No)

German Ecuyer et ses compagnons, armes de muskets - German country squire and his companions armed with muskets
NWI4956658 German Ecuyer et ses compagnons, armes de muskets - German country squire and his companions armed with muskets.; (add.info.: German Ecuyer et ses compagnons)

French 8mm Chauchat Mle 1915 Machine Rifle
3032335 French 8mm Chauchat Mle 1915 Machine Rifle; West Point Museum, New York, USA; (add.info.: WW1, French 8mm Chauchat Mle 1915 Machine Rifle); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

British pistol with turned brass cannon mouth barrel
3031799 British pistol with turned brass cannon mouth barrel; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Revolution, British pistol with turned brass cannon mouth barrel); © Don Troiani

American officer's fusil made by Elijah Buel for a Connecticut Militia officer
3031443 American officer's fusil made by Elijah Buel for a Connecticut Militia officer; Private Collection; (add.info)

Butt of American Musket branded United States twice
3031442 Butt of American Musket branded United States twice; Private Collection; (add.info.: Butt of American Musket branded United States twice); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2023

United States - Mexican War, M1839 US Hall carbine with sliding bayonet
3031326 United States - Mexican War, M1839 US Hall carbine with sliding bayonet; Private Collection; (add.info.: M1839 US Hall breech loading cavalry carbine with sliding bayonet)

m1836 US flintlock pistol
3031398 m1836 US flintlock pistol; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mexican American War, m1836 US flintlock pistol); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

American flintlock fusil
3031306 American flintlock fusil ; Private Collection; (add.info.: American flintlock fusil, the lock made by Perkins of New York City and carried by Abraham Rose)

War of 1812/ Napoleonic era, British Flintlock Naval Nock Seven Barrel Volley Gun
3036270 War of 1812/ Napoleonic era, British Flintlock Naval Nock Seven Barrel Volley Gun; Private Collection; (add.info.: British Flintlock Naval Nock Seven Barrel Volley Gun); © Don Troiani

Germany, Walther Model 4 automatic pistol
3032693 Germany, Walther Model 4 automatic pistol; Private Collection; (add.info.: World War I, Germany, Walther Model 4 automatic pistol, 7.65 caliber.); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

United States, Colt Model 1911.45 Caliber Automatic Pistol
3032608 United States, Colt Model 1911.45 Caliber Automatic Pistol; Private Collection; (add.info.: Colt Model 1911.45 Caliber Automatic Pistol); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

United States, Model 1911A1 Remington Rand.45 Caliber Semi-Automatic Pistol
3033682 United States, Model 1911A1 Remington Rand.45 Caliber Semi-Automatic Pistol; Private Collection; (add.info.: World War II, United States)

Germany, Model 98 -Gewehr98- bolt action rifle
3033457 Germany, Model 98 -Gewehr98- bolt action rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: World War I, Germany, Model 98 -Gewehr98- bolt action rifle)

Man firing a pistol, from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (engraving)
3432527 Man firing a pistol, from The Strand Magazine, Vol I January to June, 1891 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man firing a pistol, 19th century)

History. George Augustus Eliott, Lord Heathfield, and the siege of Gibraltar (1779-1783)
3433910 History. George Augustus Eliott, Lord Heathfield, and the siege of Gibraltar (1779-1783). Illustration inspired by the portrait of Joshua Reynolds (1787), England

The settling of a quarrel, 1850
3478313 The settling of a quarrel, 1850; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting the settling of a quarrel with pistols in London. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A duel, 1850
3478286 A duel, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a duel, which was used to help settle quarrels. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

United States Gallagher Breech loading carbine
3028420 United States Gallagher Breech loading carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, United States Gallagher Breech loading Carbine); © Don Troiani

Bayonet for 577 Caliber Imported British Enfield Rifle Musket
3028422 Bayonet for 577 Caliber Imported British Enfield Rifle Musket; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayonet for 577 Caliber Imported British Enfield Rifle Musket); © Don Troiani

Franco Prussian War, Prussian infantry armed with Dreyse needle guns about 1870
3030015 Franco Prussian War, Prussian infantry armed with Dreyse needle guns about 1870; Private Collection; (add.info.: Franco Prussian War)

M1843 United States Navy Box lock Percussion Pistol
3031159 M1843 United States Navy Box lock Percussion Pistol ; Private Collection; © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

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"From the battlefields of the Korean War to the iconic monuments in Washington D. C. , firearms have played a significant role in shaping history. The Korean War Veterans Memorial stands as a tribute to those who fought bravely, while a variety of pistols like Colts Deringer and Peacemaker symbolize both power and protection. In another scene, 539 Assault Squadron fearlessly performs a beach assault, showcasing the sheer force that they can bring to combat situations. Meanwhile, The Snow Soldiers engage in intense ski patrol combat against enemy scouts, depicted vividly in a captivating color lithograph. Not limited to warfare alone, firearms find their place even in everyday life. Black Sabbath lead singer Ozzy Osbourne is captured with his shotgun at his Staffordshire home, highlighting how guns are used for personal defense and recreational purposes alike. Looking back through time, an American advertisement from 1919 showcases Colt Firearms' enduring legacy. A cased Colt Dragoon Model 1848 revolver from England reminds us of the craftsmanship behind these weapons throughout history. Even famous artworks depict firearms' significance - Francisco de Goya's "Hunting Party" portrays hunters armed with rifles during the year 1775. And let's not forget about J Westwood, gun and pistol maker extraordinaire whose trade card serves as evidence of Birmingham's rich firearm heritage. Lastly, we delve into historical battles such as The Charge of the Heavy Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava where brave soldiers mounted on horses charge forward with their trusty firearms by their side. Whether it be defending nations or providing livelihoods for skilled craftsmen like J Westwood; whether it be capturing moments frozen in time or empowering individuals with self-defense capabilities – firearms have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on our world.