Marines Collection (#55)

Royal Seamen and Marines Home, Portsmouth - Walk Time
Girls lined up for a walk at the Royal Seamen and Marines Home, Portsmouth. Date: 1908

Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth - Kitchen
Royal Seamen and Marines Orphan Home, Portsmouth - girls at work In the Kitchen Date: 1908

A British warship off the Dardanelles
Scene on board the deck of a British warship off the Dardanelles. 1915

Dunkirk, France - Monument des Fusiliers Marins
Dunkirk, France - Monument to the French Navy (Monument des Fusiliers Marins), erected in 1929 to celebrate the role of the French naval gunners throughout the First World War. circa 1930s

Saint-Paul Barracks - Island of Reunion - Indian Ocean
Barrack Buildings of the Reunion Marines at Saint-Paul - Island of Reunion - Indian Ocean. 1909

WW1 recruitment poster, Join the US Marines
Recruitment poster, Do Your Duty, Join the US Marines, help them defend America on land and sea. circa 1918

HMS Marlborough - Royal Marines on X Turret waiting to give General Harrington a good send off. HMS Marlborough was an Iron Duke-class battleship of the British Royal Navy

U. S. Marine Corps who fought at Wake Island
Group photo of the 47th Platoon of the U.S. Marine Corps, who defended America during the Japanese naval and air attacks on Wake Island in December 1941

Marines on the march to the disputed districts, Isle of Skye. Date: 1884

Marines Landing at Uig, Isle of Skye during the Crofters land league agitation. Date: 1884

Marines at Uig wading to their boats at low tide. Isle of Skye. Date: 1884

View of Uig, from bows of H. M. S. Assistance
View of Uig, from bows of H.M.S. Assistance, with boats conveying Marines ashore, and H.M.S. Forester. Isle of Skye Date: 1884

Official Cachet, 1st day cover - US Marines 165th Anniversary
WW2 era (although prioir to America entering the war) - American Propaganda Cover - US Marines 165th Anniversary - Novermber 10th 1775 to Novermber 10th 1940 - Official Cachet Date: 1940

Zeebrugge mole fight: marines charging along the mole, 1918
The Zeebrugge mole fight: HMS Vindictives marines charging along the mole, bomb a German destroyer. After escalating the parapet and dropping down to the mole itself

Crofters Agitation / Skye
Marines land at Uig, during agitation by crofters on The Isle of Skye. One of the crofter leaders, John M Leod (a shoemaker) is also pictured. Date: 1884

Duke of Edinburgh arriving - Royal Marines, Eastney
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, pictured arriving at Eastney by helicopter to present new Colours to the Royal Marines on St

American Navy marines in the mess on the USS Massachusetts battleship in America Date: circa 1901

WW1 - Second Battle of Dover Strait - HMS Broke rams Germans
WW1 - During the Second Battle of Dover Strait, HMS Broke rammed SMS G42 on 21st April 1917 near the Goodwin Sands. In confusing action, there was close-quarter fighting between the crews

WW1 - The crew of the German U-9 submarine
WW1 - Lieutenant Commander Otto Eduard Weddigen (1882 -1915), photographed with the crew of the German U-9 submarine. It is said that the crew also joined Weddigen as part of the U-29 submarine

Vought F4U-1 Corsair -these of US Marine Fighting Squadron 323 in Pacific, 31 Dec 1944 Because of delays in flying the type from carriers, the Marines were first user

Northrop P-61A -first flown in May 1942, 706 were built and operated by the US Army Air Force and US Marines

Grumman F7F-2N Tigercat -most F7N flew with the US Marines from land bases as night fighter

Dayton-Wright built DH 4 of US Marines Squadron D is seen at La Frene, France, Oct 2018 (photo US Marines)

Fire Escape & South Canteen, Royal Marines Barracks, Deal, E
Fire Escape & South Canteen, Royal Marines Barracks, Deal, Kent, England. Date: 1910s

WWI Poster, US Marines
Teufel Hunden (Devil Dogs), German nickname for US Marines, American recruiting poster, showing a bulldog chasing a dachshund. 1918

BOUTTATS, Jacob (ca. 1660 - ca. 1718). The creation of the fish and the birds. ca. 1700. Series of twelve paintings on copper with passages of Genesis. Flemish art. Painting. SPAIN. NAVARRE

SCOTT, Georges Bertin, called Scott de Pagnolles (1873-1943). After the shipwreck. 1898. Illustration published in L Illustration on January 28, 1899. Engraving

Nibelungenlied (Song of the Nibelungs). Epic poem in Middle High German composed around 1200. Illustration for text printend in 19thth century. Drawing. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris

United States, 19th c. Outward Bound, clipper Ship. Printed by Courier & Ives. Litography

PINEDA, Jos頨1837 - 1907). Corvette F. G. with the
PINEDA, Jos頨 1837 - 1907). Corvette F.G. with the four-color flag of Barcelona. 1883. Watercolour. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Barcelona. Barcelona Maritime Museum

Royal Marines, Princess Hotel Ferry, Bermuda
Royal Marines and others in front of the Princess Hotel Ferry, Bermuda. Date: circa 1912

Boy Scouts and Royal Marines, Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver Scouts and Royal Marines on parade, Vancouver, Canada. Date: 20th century

The Kangaroo Marines by Captain R W Campbell, WW1
Book Cover mounted on card - The Kangaroo Marines by Captain R W Campbell - Author of Private Spud Tamson (published by Cassell)

Breton marines defend the town of Dixmude, November 1914
The fight on the banks of the canal at Dixmude (Diksmuide) during the retreat of the French marine forces from the town. Date: 1914

Marines on the march on Skye
Royal Marines march across the isle of Skye having arrived by gunboat in order to prevent any violent acts which had been threatened by local crofters with land grievances. Date: 1884

US blockade of Mexico
The United States blockades Mexico: the naval demonstration in the Gulf. The Mexican situation seen from above the port of Vera Cruz

Japanese marines decorated
Japanese Marines are decorated for their acts of bravery during the war with China Date: 1944

Polyacanthus viridi-auratus

Modern chestnut tower ship
Illustration of Modern chestnut tower ship

Protected (Panzerdeck) cruiser 1888
Illustration of Protected (Panzerdeck) cruiser 1888

Old battery ship
Illustration of Old battery ship

Modern battleship mixed system
Illustration of Modern battleship mixed system

Fast steamer
Illustration of Fast steamer

Casemata ship with entrances
Illustration of Casemata ship with entrances

Modern protected cruiser
Illustration of Modern protected cruiser

Modern armored cruiser
Illustration of Modern armored cruiser

Protected Cruiser with Barbet Tower
Illustration of Protected Cruiser with Barbet Tower

Older Casematt ship
Illustration of Older Casematt ship

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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.