Joseph Gallieni Collection

Deux grands morts; Gallieni, capitaine en 1881, au retour de sa mission dans la vallee du Niger, Creator: Sereni
Deux grands morts; Gallieni, capitaine en 1881, au retour de sa mission dans la vallee du Niger, From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Le General Gallieni, 1915 (1924) Creator: Ferdinand Roybet
Le General Gallieni, 1915. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume I" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

"Jusqu'au Bout"; Le General Gallieni, Gouverneur de Paris, le 2 Septembre 1914, 1914. Creator: Unknown
"Jusqu'au Bout"; Le General Gallieni, Gouverneur de Paris, le 2 Septembre 1914, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

The other enemy: paperwork. New French Minister of War Joseph Gallieni starting work, World War I, 1916 (colour litho)
6000387 The other enemy: paperwork. New French Minister of War Joseph Gallieni starting work, World War I, 1916 (colour litho) by Damblans

The people of Paris paying homage to General Joseph Gallieni, saviour of the city at the First Battle of the Marne in
6000423 The people of Paris paying homage to General Joseph Gallieni, saviour of the city at the First Battle of the Marne in 1914 during World War I, following his death

General Gallieni stopping the German advance on Paris at the Battle of the Marne, 1914 (colour litho)
3622140 General Gallieni stopping the German advance on Paris at the Battle of the Marne, 1914 (colour litho) by Beuzon, Joseph (1864-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

The French colonial empire, late 19th - early 20th Century (colour litho)
5207769 The French colonial empire, late 19th - early 20th Century (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French colonial empire)

General Joseph Gallieni, French Minister of War, World War I, 1915 (colour litho)
6000360 General Joseph Gallieni, French Minister of War, World War I, 1915 (colour litho) by Bombled, Louis Charles (1862-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Late General Gallieni (chromolitho)
2789491 Late General Gallieni (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Late General Gallieni)

General Gallieni receiving a Boer delegation in Madagascar (colour litho)
2795662 General Gallieni receiving a Boer delegation in Madagascar (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Gallieni, Governor of French Madagascar)

General Gallieni (colour litho)
2819049 General Gallieni (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Gallieni, French soldier and Governor of Madagascar. Le General Gallieni)

General Gallienis heroic deed in Madagascar, cover of Le Petit Journal
CHT206392 General Gallienis heroic deed in Madagascar, cover of Le Petit Journal, 26th June 1898 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

General Joseph Gallieni inspecting Boy Scouts, Paris, France, c1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
General Joseph Gallieni inspecting Boy Scouts, Paris, France, c1914, (c1920). A French Hero of the Great War: the late General Gallieni, Minister of War

Joseph Gallieni (1849-1916), French First World War general, 1917. Gallieni (1849-1916) was recalled from retirement to assist with the defence of Paris as the city was threatened by the German

Joseph Gallieni, French general, 1899. Joseph Simon Gallieni (1849-1916) was a French soldier, most active as a military commander and administrator in the French colonies

Joseph Gallieni, French First World War general, 2 September 1914. Gallieni (1849-1916) was recalled from retirement to assist with the defence of Paris as the city was threatened by the German

Boer delegation received by General Gallieni, Governor of Madagascar, 1902. When the Boer War ended in 1902, some of the Boer leaders who wanted to continue the fight went into exile in Madagascar

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Joseph Gallieni, a remarkable French general and Minister of War during World War I, was known for his exceptional leadership skills and strategic prowess. Despite the challenges posed by paperwork, he tirelessly dedicated himself to the defense of France. In 1914, at the First Battle of the Marne, he became a symbol of hope as he successfully halted the German advance on Paris. The people of Paris paid homage to him for saving their beloved city from destruction. Gallieni's influence extended beyond Europe; he played a crucial role in expanding and maintaining France's colonial empire in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His heroic deeds were not limited to military victories alone; he also demonstrated compassion when receiving a Boer delegation in Madagascar. Throughout his career, General Gallieni remained committed to nurturing future leaders. He took time to inspect Boy Scouts in Paris, recognizing their potential as future defenders of their nation. Sadly, Joseph Gallieni passed away in 1916 but left behind an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations. His contributions during World War I earned him immense respect both within France and internationally. As we remember this extraordinary leader today, let us honor his memory and acknowledge his invaluable service to his country.