Massing Collection

American Troops Leaving New York for Training 1917
On 6th April 1917, the United States declared war against Germany and thousands of American troops enlisted. Photograph showing American troops receiving a large send-off in New York. Date: 1917

Enemy troops massing for attack dispersed World
Enemy, troops, massing, for, attack, dispersed, World, War, One, aircraft, Watercolour, painting, Charles, T, Howard, 12021882

The Volunteer Review at Brighton, massing Attacking Troops at Rottingdean (engraving)
2772180 The Volunteer Review at Brighton, massing Attacking Troops at Rottingdean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteer Review at Brighton)

The massing of war columns
When the First World War broke out, newspaper readers thought there would be a constant stream of new information to keep them up-to-date with everything

RAF Typhoons attack German tanks, France; Second World War
Illustration showing Royal Air Force Typhoons, fighter-bombers equipped with rockets, attacking a column of German armour, near Mortain, 1944

The Civil War in America. Embarkation of a portion of the ar
General McClellan massing his troops at Alexandria near Washington, for the Peninsula campaign

Starlings flying to roost near Kendal Cumbria UK
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Starlings flying to roost near Kendal Cumbria UK
Ashley Cooper / SpecialistStock

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"Massing: The Power of Unity and Preparation" In times of war, the concept becomes crucial as armies strategically gather their forces for training or impending battles. Back in 1917, American troops were seen leaving New York, embarking on a journey towards rigorous training that would shape them into formidable warriors. Meanwhile, enemy troops were also observed massing together to launch attacks across the world, only to be dispersed by brave defenders. One such display of unity was witnessed at the Volunteer Review in Brighton, where attacking troops gathered at Rottingdean with a shared purpose - defending their homeland against any threat. Engravings captured this momentous occasion when war columns assembled in perfect formation, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. The Harland & Wolff Collection showcased the artistry behind constructing massive ships that carried soldiers and supplies during conflicts. These vessels symbolized strength and resilience as they transported weighty burdens across treacherous waters. During World War II, RAF Typhoons unleashed their might upon German tanks in France. Their coordinated strikes exemplified how massing firepower could turn the tide of battle and bring hope to those fighting for freedom. Looking back at history's pages reveals another significant event - the embarkation of Civil War soldiers in America. As they boarded ships bound for unknown destinations, these brave men demonstrated unwavering determination while massing their courage for what awaited them on distant shores. Nature itself showcases mesmerizing displays behavior too; starlings flying en masse near Kendal Cumbria create breathtaking spectacles as they converge upon roosts with synchronized precision day after day. This natural phenomenon reminds us that even creatures beyond our understanding can teach us about unity and collective action. Finally, we witness an awe-inspiring sight beneath ocean waves - adult Spinetail Mobula fish gathering in colossal schools within Mexico's Gulf of California. Scientists speculate that this remarkable spectacle may be linked to mating behavior.