Medals Collection (#3)

Life-Saving Medal presented by the United States Government to the Men of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution
1059662 Life-Saving Medal presented by the United States Government to the Men of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution on the Mersey, and to those of the Dock Board Lifeboat

The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving)
3025917 The King of Brobdingnag and Gulliver, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonel Frederick Richard Thomas Trench-Gascoigne DSO (1851-1937), 1903 (oil on canvas)
LMG157857 Colonel Frederick Richard Thomas Trench-Gascoigne DSO (1851-1937), 1903 (oil on canvas) by Herkomer, Herman Gustave (1863-1935); 68.6x62.2 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Lotherton Hall)

Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, (1919). Portrait of Admiral Sir John Rushworth Jellicoe (1859-1935), British First Sea Lord during the First World War

Prince Josef Poniatowski (1763-1813) c. 1810 (oil on canvas)
CZA228756 Prince Josef Poniatowski (1763-1813) c.1810 (oil on canvas) by Brodowski, Antoni (1784-1832); 85x69 cm; Czartoryski Museum, Cracow

Queen Elizabeth II - Attending the Trooping of the Colour - Taking the Salute at Horseguards Parade. Date: circa 1954

Prince Albert, 1859. Portrait of Prince Albert (1819-1861), Consort of Queen Victoria

Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, British Field Marshal, diplomat and statesman, 1902. Artist: G Lekegian
Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, British Field Marshal, diplomat and statesman, 1902. Kitchener (1850-1916) regained the Sudan for Egypt by his victory at the Battle of Omdurman (1898)

Hereford Industrial School Tailoring Medalists
Two young tailors from Hereford Industrial School wearing medals they received for their work. Date: early 1900s

NAPIER, Sir Charles (1786-1860)
NAPIER, Sir Charles (Merchiston Hall, 1786-London 1860). British admiral. Engraving

Fruit Label --s Musmeci Costa, Messina, Sicily, exporters of citrus fruit and vegetables. Depicting two lions and an array of medals. Date: 20th century

Pedro II (1825-91) Emperor of Brazil (oil on canvas)
XIR192478 Pedro II (1825-91) Emperor of Brazil (oil on canvas) by Menezes, Luis de Miranda Pereira Visconde de (1820-78); Museu Historico Nacional, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Portuguese, out of copyright

Kaiser Wilhelm II at Kiel shipyard, Germany, WW1
Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), German Emperor, visiting Kiel shipyard, Germany, towards the end of the First World War. Date: 2 October 1918

Middle East Christian patriarchs medal, Paris, France, Europe

Chelsea Pensioner and young boy
Chelsea Pensioner recounting tales to a young boy. 1891

Henry William Paget, 1st Marquess of Anglesey, engraved by Samuel Freeman (1773-1857)
XJF396044 Henry William Paget, 1st Marquess of Anglesey, engraved by Samuel Freeman (1773-1857) (litho) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Peninsular Heroes at the United Services Club (colour litho)
XCF272299 Peninsular Heroes at the United Services Club (colour litho) by Knight, John Prescott (1803-81); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Jean Lannes (1769-1809) Duke of Montebello (oil on canvas)
XIR185142 Portrait of Jean Lannes (1769-1809) Duke of Montebello (oil on canvas) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon, Baron (1770-1837); 88x77 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Wreck of the indian Chief, 1881: Distribution of Medals to the Crew
The Wreck of the " indian Chief", 1881: Distribution of Medals to the Crew of the Ramsgate Lifeboat by the Duke of Edinburgh

Major Mick Mannock, British flying ace, WW1
Major Edward Corringham " Mick" Mannock (1887-1918), British flying ace with the Royal Air Force during the First World War

Greek Royalty - King Constantine I (5 / 8)
King Constantine I of Greece (1868 - 1923) - became King in 1913, on this card he is noted as Heir Apparent hence the date is pre-1913

Corporal - Drummer Royal Welsh Fusiliers
Corporal - drummer. Royal Welsh Fusiliers (1903-4) in Full dress. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Orange at Waterloo
On the field of battle, the Prince of Orange bestows the medals hes wearing to reward his brave troops

Medals / Gold Donated 1917
RUSSIAN REVOLUTION - Petrograd : Soldiers donate medals and gold to the cause of the Revolution

Colonel Festing aged 41
Colonel Francis Worgan Festing (1833-1886) of the Royal Marine Artillery, aged 41. He distinguished himself in the heroic rescue of the body of Lieut

Archduke F. Ferdinand
ARCHDUKE FRANZ FERDINAND Heir to the Austrian empire, son of Archduke Karl Ludwig, assassinated in 1914

Nicolas Ii / Royalties 01
Nikolay Aleksandrovich Tsar Nicolas II Ruled 1894-1917

WW1 - Georges Guynemer in his SPAD
Georges Guynemer (1894-1917) - popular hero and an airman of distinction, Guynemer won many medals in his prolific career. Photograph published in September 1917

Prussian Iron Cross
Two examples of the Prussian decoration of the Iron Cross. One from 1813 and on from 1870

OTTO / REIGNED 1886 - 1913
OTTO King of Bavaria from 1886 - 1913; succeeded his brother Ludwig II

Victoria Cross / Cig Card
The Victoria Cross depicted on a cigarette card

George Iv / Eng Heath 1858
KING GEORGE IV OF ENGLAND Reigned 1820 - 1830

Lily Smith, between c1910 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Lily Smith, between c1910 and c1915.

Prince Adalbert of Germany, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Prince Adalbert of Germany, 1912.

Prince V. Furstenberg in uniform, 1913. Creator: Bain News Service
Prince V. Furstenberg in uniform, 1913.

Alsie Aykroyd in front of her trophies, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Alsie Aykroyd in front of her trophies, 1910.

King of Roumania in uniform, 1914. Creator: Bain News Service
King of Roumania in uniform, 1914.

Grand Duke Michael of Russia in uniform, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Grand Duke Michael of Russia in uniform, 1910.

Col. F. McIntyre, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Col. F. McIntyre, 1912.

Porfirio Diaz, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Porfirio Diaz, 1910.

King Nicholas, Montenegro, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
King Nicholas, Montenegro, 1911.

King of Norway in uniform, Karl Anderson Photo, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
King of Norway in uniform, Karl Anderson Photo, 1912.

Prince Alexander of Teck, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
Prince Alexander of Teck, 1910.

Czar of Russia, 1912. Creator: Bain News Service
Czar of Russia, 1912. Czar Nicholas II of Russia.

Gen. Machado of Portugal, in uniform, 1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Gen. Machado of Portugal, in uniform, 1915.

Prince Joachim, Germany, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
Prince Joachim, Germany, 1911.

King and Queen of Spain, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
King and Queen of Spain, 1910.

von Aehrenthal, cameo portrait, in uniform, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
von Aehrenthal, cameo portrait, in uniform, 1910.

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"Medals: A Glorious Reflection of History and Honor" Step into the world of medals, where stories of bravery, achievements, and moments frozen in time come to life. This captivating poster showcases a collection of British Military medals, each one representing an extraordinary tale etched in gold. Gaze upon King George VI's fine photographic portrait, a regal figure who bestowed these prestigious honors upon valiant soldiers. Among them is General C Gordon and Colonel Lith, their names forever linked to acts of heroism that echo through generations. Princess Elizabeth graces this scene as well, attending the Trooping of the Colour with grace and elegance befitting her future role as Queen. Her presence adds a touch of royalty to this display of valor. Intriguingly juxtaposed is Kaiser Wilhelm II's image alongside his signature—a reminder that even amidst conflict and war they can transcend borders and tell tales from both sides. The Year of the Three British Kings—1936—marks a significant chapter in history when three monarchs held power within twelve months. Traveling further back in time brings us to Regatta and Carnival Week in Fowey, Cornwall—an event filled with joyous celebrations where they were awarded for exceptional feats on land or sea. It serves as a reminder that not all accolades are earned on battlefields; sometimes they are won through sheer determination or artistic prowess. Kaiser Wilhelm II reappears once more but now associated with World War I—a stark contrast to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk's name beside him. These two figures symbolize opposing forces during tumultuous times but share common ground as recipients or bestowers of honor. The Staffordshire Regiment proudly displays its emblematic medal—a testament to their unwavering dedication towards protecting their homeland. Their sacrifices embody the essence behind these cherished symbols—the recognition for those who go above and beyond duty's call.