History Of The War Collection (#2)

A British submarine running on the surface of the water, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Taking a submarine mine out of stores, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Examining a Torpedo, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

A German mine layer leaving port with her mines ready on deck, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The morning toilet on the Continent, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The Soldier and his Rations: A photograph taken at one of the British camps in France, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Turcos waiting for the order to advance, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

French cuirassiers riding through the streets of Paris on their way on the front, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Compiegne: The Hotel de Ville, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Abandoned British trenches and guns at Maubeuge, 1914. The breech blocks of all these guns were removed before being abandoned in order to make each gun useless

General Botha and his three sons, 1914. Louis Botha (27 September 1862 - 27 August 1919) was a South African politician who was the first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa

Drilling Recruits on the roof of Somerset House, London, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Inside the Barbette of a Battleship showing the opened breech of a 13 5 inch gun, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

The Stokehold of a Battleship, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Fitting up an Electric Contact Mine, 1914. A naval mine is a self-contained explosive device placed in water to damage or destroy surface ships or submarines

A view of the Bourse during the passage of the German troops, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

German infantry entering Brussels in the rain, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

Removing German emblems from German Embassy, Carlton House Terrace, London, 1914. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War - 1914, Vol. I.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1914]

One of the New Army making himself useful in his billet, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Soldiers assisting the farmers by getting in the hay, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Sergeants hauling the bridal coach from the church, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A khaki wedding: Cutting the wedding cake with the bridegrooms sword, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Back to the trenches from Victoria Station, London, 1915. Soldiers who have been home for a day or two on leave saying good-bye to their friends. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol

The interior of one of the wrecked houses in Southend, 1915. The destruction caused by a German Zeppelin attack, 10th May 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15

The result of an air raid: A wrecked house in Southend, 1915
The result of an air raid: A wrecked house in Southend. 1915. The destruction caused by a German Zeppelin attack, 10th May 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15

The Lusitania at full speed, 1915. A German submarine sank the Lusitania off the Irish coast. Although unarmed, she was carrying munitions

After the Declaration of War: German beer being run away at an Italian Customs store, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Behind French lines, Field kitchens attached to the French army, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

The Cabinet crisis: Lord Kitchener arriving at the War Office, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A general view of Moscow, showing the Kremlin, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War, Vol. II. - 1914-15. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

A financial conference of the Allies, Paris, 1915. Left, M. Bark; centre, M. Ribot; and right, Mr. Lloyd George, Ministers of Finance in Russia, France, and Britain respectively

The treatment of German wounded, 1915. Exercising the muscles of the arms by means of embroidery work. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915

After the settlement: Miners taking their ponies back to the pit, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

Miners leaving the pithead after the expiration of their strike notices, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

The scene of the Coal Strike: A typical South Wales coat mine, 1915. On 15 July 1915 about 200, 000 coalminers in south Wales went on strike

The shortage of farm labour: Soldiers assisting with the harvest, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

The Austrian Frontier of Italy, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Part of Canadas gift of flour of the relief of war distress in England, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

The launching of the War Loan, 1915.The platform at the great Guildhall meeting in support of the new loan. Mr. Asquith is seen speaking, with Mr

Issuing passes for a few days leave at home to the wounded Serbian troops at Nish, 1915. The Serbian Campaign of World War I was fought from late July 1914

First aid to a wounded man in one of the French trenches, 1915. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915.. [John Heywood Ltd, London, 1915]

Galicia and the Carpathian Passes, 1915. The Battle of Galicia, also known as the Battle of Lemberg, was a major battle between Russia

A French telephone post, 1915. The Gallipoli Campaign, also known as the Dardanelles Campaign, the Battle of Gallipoli or the Battle of Canakkale was a campaign of World War I that took place

The German advance through Galicia: A bivouac of troops by the roadside, 1915. The Battle of Galicia, also known as the Battle of Lemberg

British soldiers on a wrecked Turkish gun, 1915. The Gallipoli Campaign, also known as the Dardanelles Campaign, the Battle of Gallipoli or the Battle of Canakkale was a campaign of World War I that

The officers and crew of the HM Submarine E14, 1915
The officers and crew of HM Submarine E14, 1915. Carried out the daring raids against Turkish shipping in the Sea of Marmora. From The Manchester Guardian History of the War Vol. III - 1915

Carrying wounded through the trenches, 1915. The Gallipoli Campaign, also known as the Dardanelles Campaign, the Battle of Gallipoli or the Battle of Canakkale was a campaign of World War I that took

Inside the wrecked fortress of Sedd el Bahr, 1915
Inside the wrecked fortress of Seddil Bahr, 1915. The Gallipoli Campaign, also known as the Dardanelles Campaign, the Battle of Gallipoli or the Battle of Canakkale was a campaign of World War I that

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"The Unforgettable Moments: A Glimpse into the History of War" In 1816, amidst a tumultuous era, several remarkable events unfolded that shaped the course of history. The Battle of Maida witnessed British troops fearlessly charging at French lines with bayonets, displaying their unwavering determination and strategic prowess. Another pivotal moment occurred during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 when Admiral Lord Nelson valiantly led his fleet to victory but tragically suffered a mortal wound. His sacrifice forever immortalized him as one of Britain's greatest naval heroes. Lord Exmouth's Fleet bombarded the city of Algiers in 1816, an act that symbolized Britain's resolve to combat piracy and protect its interests abroad. Meanwhile, General Kleber met his untimely demise through assassination while stationed in Egypt in 1800, leaving behind a legacy marred by tragedy. Sir Sidney Smith emerged as a true hero when he defended the breach at Acre multiple times between 1799 and 1816. With only 300 British sailors by his side, he demonstrated unparalleled courage and resilience against overwhelming odds. The arrival of Alexander Emperor of Russia brought about significant geopolitical shifts during this period. His influence left an indelible mark on European affairs for years to come. The Dey of Algiers found himself seeking counsel upon witnessing the formidable English fleet approaching in 1816. This encounter marked a turning point in Anglo-Algerian relations and set the stage for future negotiations. His Grace the Duke of Wellington rose to prominence during these turbulent times as a military genius whose leadership played a crucial role in shaping Europe's destiny. Samuel Whitbread also made his mark before passing away in 1815; his contributions extended beyond warfare into politics and social reform. Lastly, we glimpse at The Archduke Charles of Austria who would go on to become one of Europe's most influential military strategists.