Marines Collection (#53)

WW1 recruitment poster, Spirit of 1917, US Marines
WW1 recruitment poster, Spirit of 1917, Join the US Marines at Smithfield and Water Streets, Pittsburgh. Date: circa 1917

WW1 - Battle of Dogger Bank - Sinking of SMS Blucher
WW1 - Battle of Dogger Bank - A photograph showing the sinking of the German battle cruiser, SMS Blucher, after being shelled by the British in 1915

Curtiss Wright R5C-1 Commando trio of the US Marines on a Pacific Island airstrip

British Royal Naval Recruitment Poster, WW1
Remember! England Expects -- The need is great today.... the Navy requires you for its glorious service. Join today. Skilled artificers and artisans, seamen, stokers, marines and boys

U. S. Marine Corps recruiting poster published 1917. After a work by illustrator Sidney H. Riesenberg, 1885-1971
U.S. Marine Corps recruiting poster published 1917. After a work by illustrator Sidney H. Riesenberg, 1885-1971

World War II recruiting poster, circa 1942
World War II recruiting poster

Paul CA zanne A e Marines L A e de Marines 1898
Paul Cezanne: The Allee at Marines (L Allee de Marines), Paul Cezanne, 1898, Oil on canvas, Overall: 25 3/4 × 38 3/4 in. (65.4 × 98.4 cm)

Uniforms Of The Royal Marines In The Late 19Th Century. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

British Marines

A Military Man

3210 Servicing Commando RAF Memorial ALG B3
The RAF Commando Units were trained and organised in a similar way to the Army and Royal Marines Commandos. They accompanied forward Units into battle to maintain the air strips made by

WW1 recruitment poster, Go Over with US Marines
WW1 recruitment poster, E-E-E-Yah-Yip, Go Over with US Marines. Date: circa 1917

World War 1 Marines Recruiting Poster
James Montgomery Flagg (1877-1960) recruiting poster for the Marines in the First World War. 22 Tremont Street is in Boston, Massachussetts Date: circa 1917

Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) and Haddock (Melanogrammus aeglefinus)

World War Soldier poster
Patriotic army poster

Vought AU-1 Corsair 129320 of the US Marines in Korea
Vought AU-1 Corsair, 129320, of the US Marines in Korea

The death of Major John Pitcairn of the British Royal Marines at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American
BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL, 1775. The death of Major John Pitcairn of the British Royal Marines at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolutionary War, 17 June 1775

EVNT2A-00067
US naval bombardment of Vera Cruz during the US-Mexican War, 1847. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

EVNT2A-00160
US troops landing at Vera Cruz, Mexico, during the US-Mexican War, 1847. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Flag Raising At Iwo Jima
Iwo Jima, Japan: February 23, 1945. Joe RosenthalA

Landing party of marines during the early part of operations against the Dardanelles, 1915. The naval operations in the Dardanelles Campaign of the First World War were mainly carried out by

Death of Major Pitcairn, Battle of Bunker Hill, Boston, Massachusetts, 1775 (c1880). John Picairn was a British Marine officer

Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth
A view of the Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth. Date: 1908

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Marines: Defenders of Land and Sea From the ancient tale of Saint Anthony of Padua preaching to the fishes, to modern-day conflicts like the war in Vietnam, they have always played a crucial role in safeguarding nations and their people. The Royal Marines, known for their unwavering dedication and bravery, are an epitome of this noble tradition. The iconic "Join the Royal Marines" poster stands as a testament to their enduring legacy. It beckons young men with its powerful imagery, showcasing the strength and resilience required to become part of this elite force. As they march past during coronations or arrive in distant lands like Ostend, Belgium during World War I, these marines embody honor and duty. In times of turmoil such as the Skye crofters Land League Agitation or amidst global conflicts like World War I, it is often the U. S. Marines who stand tall as pioneers on foreign shores. James Montgomery Flagg's recruitment poster captures their spirit perfectly - "First in the Fight, " it proudly proclaims. Even aboard naval vessels like H. M. S Curacoa 1865 or amidst fierce battles on land, marines remain steadfast guardians. Their presence instills confidence among sailors and soldiers alike; knowing that they can rely on these brave warriors brings solace even in times of chaos. The Teufel Hunden recruitment poster from World War I reminds us that fearlessness knows no boundaries. Whether British or American marines fighting side by side against a common enemy or marching through cities ravaged by war like Ostend in Belgium - they inspire hope amid devastation and can not just soldiers; they are ambassadors representing courage personified. They protect our seas from unseen threats while also standing firm on foreign soil when called upon. Through centuries-old tales and timeless images captured on posters throughout history, we salute these extraordinary individuals who selflessly dedicate themselves to defending our freedom.