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"Unconventional Heroes: From Lyudmila Pavlichenko to the Alleghany Irregulars" In a world where rules are meant to be broken, these irregulars rise above and beyond

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Lyudmila pavlichenko, famous 26 year old russian guerrilla sniper who has killed 309 germans

Lyudmila pavlichenko, famous 26 year old russian guerrilla sniper who has killed 309 germans, for which she was made a senior lieutenant and given the order of lenin, a former historian

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Boeing B-17G Flying Fortresses flying on a mission

Boeing B-17G Flying Fortresses flying on a mission
United States Army Air Force - Boeing B-17G Flying Fortresses, of the 323rd Bombardment Squadron, 91st Bombardment Wing The Ragged Irregulars, flying on a mission from RAF Bassingbourn

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Alleghany Irregulars (engraving)

Alleghany Irregulars (engraving)
2773593 Alleghany Irregulars (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alleghany Irregulars)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: The War on the Danube (engraving)

The War on the Danube (engraving)
1619134 The War on the Danube (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War on the Danube. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 March 1854)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: The French Expedition to Tunis, Outpost of Irregulars (engraving)

The French Expedition to Tunis, Outpost of Irregulars (engraving)
1590380 The French Expedition to Tunis, Outpost of Irregulars (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Expedition to Tunis)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Irregulars of the Paris Commune (engraving)

Irregulars of the Paris Commune (engraving)
1052522 Irregulars of the Paris Commune (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irregulars of the Paris Commune)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: The Crisis in Egypt, Types of the Egyptian Army (engraving)

The Crisis in Egypt, Types of the Egyptian Army (engraving)
1624036 The Crisis in Egypt, Types of the Egyptian Army (engraving) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in Egypt, Types of the Egyptian Army)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: One of the 'Irregulars'who formed Colonel Lawrences 'Flying Squad'(b / w photo)

One of the "Irregulars"who formed Colonel Lawrences "Flying Squad"(b / w photo)
6009054 One of the " Irregulars" who formed Colonel Lawrences " Flying Squad" (b/w photo) by European Photographer

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Irregulars of the French Troops (engraving)

Irregulars of the French Troops (engraving)
1052090 Irregulars of the French Troops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Irregulars of the French Troops)

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, russian partisans executing a fascist in the bryansk forest region, 1942

World war 2, russian partisans executing a fascist in the bryansk forest region, 1942

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Lyudmila pavlichenko, 26 year old russian guerrilla sniper who has killed 309 germans

Lyudmila pavlichenko, 26 year old russian guerrilla sniper who has killed 309 germans, for which she was made a senior lieutenant and given the order of lenin, a former historian

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Turkey - Member of the Efes Militia in Aydin

Turkey - Member of the Efes Militia in Aydin - irregular troops who support the army where necessary. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Advertisement label for Fenian shirt collars with a portrait of the Irish patriot Robert Emmet

Advertisement label for Fenian shirt collars with a portrait of the Irish patriot Robert Emmet (1778-1803) against a shield with stars and stripes

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, commander of a russian partisan detachment explaining a mission to his men

World war 2, commander of a russian partisan detachment explaining a mission to his men, september 1941

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, partisans of village n at target practice, september 1941

World war 2, partisans of village n at target practice, september 1941

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, a partisan airplane (polikarpov po-2) flying over leningrad territory

World war 2, a partisan airplane (polikarpov po-2) flying over leningrad territory, the word partisan is written on the side of the plane

Background imageIrregulars Collection: 13 year old guerrilla who killed four germans

13 year old guerrilla who killed four germans

Background imageIrregulars Collection: T, shebayeva (l), a guerrilla of the serpukhov district, moscow region

T, shebayeva (l), a guerrilla of the serpukhov district, moscow region, after returning from an assignment, describes to other girls her experiences during world war ll

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, partisans fighting along side red army soldiers in the foothills of the carpathians

World war 2, partisans fighting along side red army soldiers in the foothills of the carpathians, 1943

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Russian partisans during world war ll

Russian partisans during world war ll

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, a russian partisan signing the oath of a red partisan, september 1941

World war 2, a russian partisan signing the oath of a red partisan, september 1941

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, three young women, collective farmers from village n who have joined the partisans

World war 2, three young women, collective farmers from village n who have joined the partisans, august 1941

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, russian partisans on their way to an ambush behind enemy lines, july 1942

World war 2, russian partisans on their way to an ambush behind enemy lines, july 1942

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, masha d, , a young partisan who was killed by the germans in the leningrad region

World war 2, masha d, , a young partisan who was killed by the germans in the leningrad region

Background imageIrregulars Collection: A soviet guerrilla during world war ll

A soviet guerrilla during world war ll

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Vitya, a young volunteer scout, the hitlerites killed his parents

Vitya, a young volunteer scout, the hitlerites killed his parents, the 12 year old patriot is avenging them and has already accounted for five hitlerites

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Tactical drills of an ossoaviakhim detachment, ossoaviakhim is the civilian organization for

Tactical drills of an ossoaviakhim detachment, ossoaviakhim is the civilian organization for chemical and air defense, in pre-war time it numbered several millions

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, russian partisans behind enemy lines setting fire to a freight train at a german

World war 2, russian partisans behind enemy lines setting fire to a freight train at a german supply depot

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, a russian partisan in the leningrad region kissing his mother good-bye before leaving

World war 2, a russian partisan in the leningrad region kissing his mother good-bye before leaving with his detachment

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, russian partisans in the leningrad region

World war 2, russian partisans in the leningrad region

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, an old peasant woman bringing bread to soviet partisans in byelorussia, january 1944

World war 2, an old peasant woman bringing bread to soviet partisans in byelorussia, january 1944

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, ukrainian partisans waiting in ambush, october 1943

World war 2, ukrainian partisans waiting in ambush, october 1943

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, a young woman partisan milking a cow seized from the germans behind enemy lines so

World war 2, a young woman partisan milking a cow seized from the germans behind enemy lines so that wounded members of the group can have fresh milk, october 1943

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Soviet guerrillas man made an anti-aircraft gun made from an anti-tank rifle mounted on a wheel

Soviet guerrillas man made an anti-aircraft gun made from an anti-tank rifle mounted on a wheel

Background imageIrregulars Collection: World war 2, russian partisan scouts in the leningrad region

World war 2, russian partisan scouts in the leningrad region

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Soviet guerrillas during world war ll

Soviet guerrillas during world war ll

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Regulars and irregulars - but all arrayed against a common e

Regulars and irregulars - but all arrayed against a common enemy - That ammunition fits our gun only. Tiger in fort with flag Tammany graft looking through telescope at Seth Low

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Confederate Irregulars

Confederate Irregulars
Some of the supporters of the Secession were a rough-and- ready lot, such as these Alleghany Irregulars from Virginia

Background imageIrregulars Collection: Mosbys Irregulars

Mosbys Irregulars
Confederate commander Mosby forms a band of about 1000 irregulars who carry on guerilla operations, harassing the Union forces, stealing their horses and supplies



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"Unconventional Heroes: From Lyudmila Pavlichenko to the Alleghany Irregulars" In a world where rules are meant to be broken, these irregulars rise above and beyond. Meet Lyudmila Pavlichenko, a fearless Russian guerrilla sniper who defied all odds. At just 26 years old, she became a legend by eliminating 309 German enemies during World War II. Her remarkable achievements earned her the rank of senior lieutenant and the prestigious Order of Lenin. While Pavlichenko fought on the frontlines, Boeing B-17G Flying Fortresses soared through the skies on daring missions. These magnificent aircraft carried brave souls determined to make an impact in history. Their mission? To strike fear into enemy hearts and protect their comrades at any cost. The suppression of banditry in Macedonia during the Second Balkan War showcased another facet of irregular warfare. Through a vibrant lithograph, we witness courageous soldiers battling against lawlessness with unwavering resolve. Across different eras and continents, irregular forces have left their mark. The Alleghany Irregulars etched their names into history as they faced adversity head-on in an engraving that captures their indomitable spirit. From Paris Commune fighters to French troops' unconventional warriors, these engravings depict individuals who dared to challenge conventional norms for freedom's sake. Even Egypt witnessed its own crisis when types of Egyptian Army emerged amidst chaos—an engraving showcasing both regularity and unpredictability within armed forces. Colonel Lawrence's "Flying Squad, " composed of extraordinary men like those captured in black-and-white photographs, exemplified how irregulars could turn tides even against formidable foes. Turkey's Efes Militia member from Aydin reminds us that irregular heroes can emerge from unexpected places—ordinary people driven by extraordinary determination. And finally, King Alexander's union with Princess Marie of Romania symbolizes love amidst tumultuous times.