Military History Collection (#7)

Trossel's House, Battle-field of Gettysburg, July 1863 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951177 Trossel's House, Battle-field of Gettysburg, July 1863 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O'Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.8x23 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Temple Church, London, from the south (Victorian woodcut)
The Temple Church, London, seen from the south. Woodcut from "Pleasant Hours: A Monthly Journal of Home Reading and Sunday Teaching; Volume III" published by the Church of England's

German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May 1916, c. 1916 (metal)
3870566 German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May 1916, c.1916 (metal) by Kaufmann

German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May-1st June 1916, c. 1916 (bronze)
3870560 German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May-1st June 1916, c.1916 (bronze) by Kaufmann, Hugo (1868-1919); (add.info.: Medal by Hugo Kaufmann)

Old Capitol Prison, Washington, c. 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951228 Old Capitol Prison, Washington, c.1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by Pywell, William Redish (1843-87); 17.8x22.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May 1916, c. 1916 (metal)
3870564 German Medal commemorating Admiral Reinhard Scheer and the Battle of Jutland 31 May 1916, c.1916 (metal) by Kaufmann

Marshall House, Alexandria, Virginia, August 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951089 Marshall House, Alexandria, Virginia, August 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by Pywell, William Redish (1843-87); 17.3x25.1 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

A projected Invasion of England, reproduction of French print from 1803 (print)
3869778 A projected Invasion of England, reproduction of French print from 1803 (print) by French School, (19th century) (after); (add.info.: Hypothetical battle scene and invasion in which ships)

City Point, Virginia, c. 1861-65 (albumen print)
3954788 City Point, Virginia, c.1861-65 (albumen print) by Russell, Andrew Joseph (1830-1902); 19x22 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Headquarters Guard on the Army of the Potomac, February 1864
3951191 Headquarters Guard on the Army of the Potomac, February 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.8x22.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

View on the Appomattox, near Campbells Bridge. May 1865
3951220 View on the Appomattox, near Campbells Bridge. May 1865 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.3x22.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Army Repair Shop. February 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951207 Army Repair Shop. February 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.8x22.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Commissary Department, Headquarters Army of the Potomac, Brandy Station, Virginia
3951198 Commissary Department, Headquarters Army of the Potomac, Brandy Station, Virginia, February 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan

Camp Architecture, January, 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper)
3951194 Camp Architecture, January, 1864 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.3x22.5 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

General Post-Office, Army of the Potomac, December, 1863
3951185 General Post-Office, Army of the Potomac, December, 1863 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.8x22.9 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art

Provost Marshalls Office, Aquia Creek, February 1863
3951182 Provost Marshalls Office, Aquia Creek, February 1863 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); 17.8x23 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy

Headquarters Major General George G. Meade, during Battle of Gettysburg
3951178 Headquarters Major General George G. Meade, during Battle of Gettysburg, July 1863 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan

Signal Tower, Elk Mountain, overlooking Battle-field of Antietam, September
3951137 Signal Tower, Elk Mountain, overlooking Battle-field of Antietam, September, 1862 (albumen print mounted on wove paper) by O Sullivan, Timothy (1840-82); Addison Gallery of American Art

Lord Viscount Duncans Victory and Admiral De Winter
6200822 Lord Viscount Duncans Victory and Admiral De Winters Resignation on board the Venerable, October 1797 (stipple engraving) by Orme, Daniel (1766-p.1832); 42.6x57.6 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Gardners Photographic Sketchbook of the War. 2 Vols. 1866 (sepia photo)
696150 Gardners Photographic Sketchbook of the War. 2 Vols. 1866 (sepia photo) by Gardner, Alexander (1821-82); Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York

Napoleonic Wars, French Army, Foot Chasseur of the Imperial Guard in full dress, 1845
3029939 Napoleonic Wars, French Army, Foot Chasseur of the Imperial Guard in full dress, 1845 by Charlet, Nicolas Toussaint (1792-1845); Private Collection; Photo eDon Troiani; French

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"Military History: A Tapestry of Triumphs and Tragedies" From the blood-soaked fields of Edgehill, where Oliver Cromwell etched his name in history during the English Civil War, to William of Orange's resounding victory at the Battle of the Boyne in 1668, it has been a captivating saga. In Elizabeth Southerden Thompson's masterpiece "Scotland Forever, " oil on canvas from 1881, she immortalized the unwavering spirit and bravery that coursed through Scottish veins. The British army advancing with determination at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 stands as a testament to their indomitable resolve. The Battle of Agincourt looms large as an emblematic clash between England and France in 1415. It was here that King Henry V defied all odds against a formidable French force, forever etching his name into legend. Across the Atlantic Ocean, amidst America's own turmoil, echoes still resonate from the Battle of Bull Run during the US Civil War. The Zulu shield represents Africa's rich military heritage and its warriors' unyielding courage. The Pine Tree flag fluttered proudly during America's Revolution—a symbol of unity and defiance against tyranny. Meanwhile, artwork depicting a Colt 45 hand-gun reminds us how technology shaped warfare throughout history. Amidst chaos and destruction, music provided solace; a civil war musician strumming his banjo offered respite for weary souls caught up in conflict’s relentless grip. And who can forget Spain’s ill-fated Spanish Armada? In 1588 they set sail with grand ambitions only to be thwarted by England’s naval prowess—an event that would shape Europe for centuries to come. Military history weaves together tales both triumphant and tragic—each chapter revealing humanity’s capacity for valor or folly. From ancient battles fought with swords to modern conflicts waged with advanced weaponry—the stories are as diverse as the warriors who fought them.