Military Officer Collection

Yuri Gagarin before launch, 1961
Yuri Gagarin before launch, in his flight suit and helmet, in a bus heading toward the Vostok 1 launch site in Kazakhstan, USSR, on 12 April 1961

Yuri Gagarin, Soviet cosmonaut
Yuri Alekseyevich Gagarin (1934-1968), Soviet cosmonaut and first man in space. Gagarin was born in the village of Klushino near Gzhatsk, Russia

Komarov before Soyuz 1 launch, 1967
Komarov before Soyuz 1 launch, speaking at the launch site in Kazakhstan, on 23 April 1967. Soviet cosmonaut Vladimir Komarov (1927-1967) was killed during this mission

Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho)
5996562 Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho) by Guthrie, James (1874-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V)

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Osip Fed'kowicz (Osip Jurij Fedkovic), 1899 (charcoal)
8915093 Osip Fed'kowicz (Osip Jurij Fedkovic), 1899 (charcoal) by Hecht, Wilhelm (1843-1920); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Count Moltke, 1930 (lithograph)
8915333 Count Moltke, 1930 (lithograph) by Mayerhofer, Theodor (1855-1941); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Count Moltke)

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The young Octavian at the Battle of Mutina (Modena), 43 BC (colour litho)
5999006 The young Octavian at the Battle of Mutina (Modena), 43 BC (colour litho) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte, with scenes from his battles drawn on his face and hat (litho)
5999690 Portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte, with scenes from his battles drawn on his face and hat (litho) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Julius Baron Horst, 1983 (lithograph)
8916115 Julius Baron Horst, 1983 (lithograph) by Dauthage, Adolf (1825-83); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Horst, Julius Baron, lithograph by Adolf Dauthage)

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Count Radetzky field marshal, 1930 (lithograph)
8915415 Count Radetzky field marshal, 1930 (lithograph) by Mayerhofer, Theodor (1855-1941); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Count Radetzky field marshal)

Count of Nassau-Dillenburg Philipp, 1615 (copper engraving)
8914619 Count of Nassau-Dillenburg Philipp, 1615 (copper engraving) by Clerck, Nicolas de (fl.1614-25); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Philipp)

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Admiral of the Fleet Sir Edward Hobart Seymour, 1840 - 1929. Royal Navy officer
UIG5419749 Admiral of the Fleet Sir Edward Hobart Seymour, 1840 - 1929. Royal Navy officer. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934 ©UIG/Leemage.

Franz Lefort (1655 - 1699) Russian military figure of Swiss origin
3520992 Franz Lefort (1655 - 1699) Russian military figure of Swiss origin,; (add.info.: Franz Lefort (1655 - 1699) Russian military figure of Swiss origin, general admiral (1695)

Salvation and Victory to the Boers (colour litho)
2774016 Salvation and Victory to the Boers (colour litho) by European School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Salvation and Victory to the Boers)

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Count of Nassau-Dillenburg Lewis Guenther, 1615 (copper engraving)
8914616 Count of Nassau-Dillenburg Lewis Guenther, 1615 (copper engraving) by Clerck, Nicolas de (fl.1614-25); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Lewis Guenther)

Stanislas-Charles-Henri-Laurenz Dupuy de Lome, 1930 (engraving)
8915380 Stanislas-Charles-Henri-Laurenz Dupuy de Lome, 1930 (engraving) by Thiriat, Henri (1866-97); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Dupuy de Lome)

Battle of Actium, 31 BC (colour litho)
5999000 Battle of Actium, 31 BC (colour litho) by European School (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Actium, 31 BC)

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Margrave of Baden-Baden Ludwig Wilhelm, 1930 (copper engraving)
8915506 Margrave of Baden-Baden Ludwig Wilhelm, 1930 (copper engraving) by Kilian, Philipp (1628-93); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Ludwig Wilhelm)

Regimental proprietor of the Austro-Hungarian army 1888 (photoengraving)
8915777 Regimental proprietor of the Austro-Hungarian army 1888 (photoengraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna

Franz count Conrad von Hoetzendorf, 1915 (painting)
8915198 Franz count Conrad von Hoetzendorf, 1915 (painting) by Torggler, Hermann (1878-1939); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Conrad von Hoetzendorf, Franz count)

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Knight of the Order of St. Stephen, from 'Ward and Lock's Illustrated History of the World', pub
3701762 Knight of the Order of St. Stephen, from 'Ward and Lock's Illustrated History of the World', pub. c.1882 (print) by English School

German Crown Prince Wilhelm, last Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Prussia and the German Empire
3533988 German Crown Prince Wilhelm, last Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Prussia and the German Empire, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations

Dorde Petrovic, aka George Petrovich, Karadorde and Black George,from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915
3533940 Dorde Petrovic, aka George Petrovich, Karadorde and Black George,from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915; (add.info.: Ðorde Petrovic, aka George Petrovich)

Tome de Sousaf, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915
3533878 Tome de Sousaf, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub.1915; (add.info.: Tome de Sousa, seated, 1503-1579)

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Count of Nassau-Siegen Adolf, 1615 (copper engraving)
8914618 Count of Nassau-Siegen Adolf, 1615 (copper engraving) by Clerck, Nicolas de (fl.1614-25); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Adolf, Count of Nassau-Siegen)

Moritz Michael and Kriehuber Daffinger, 1930 (paint)
8915823 Moritz Michael and Kriehuber Daffinger, 1930 (paint) by Daffinger, Moritz Michael (1790-1849); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Daffinger)

Wilhelm von Tegetthoff, 1930 (engraving)
8915297 Wilhelm von Tegetthoff, 1930 (engraving) by Doby, Eugen (1834-1907); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Tegetthoff, Wilhelm von)

History of the Pirates...of all nations. Life and adventures of Paul Jones, the pirate, 1836 (print)
7339232 History of the Pirates...of all nations. Life and adventures of Paul Jones, the pirate, 1836 (print) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); 25.4x16.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Duncan receiving the surrender of de Winter at the Battle of Camperdown, 1797 (oil on canvas)
7338081 Duncan receiving the surrender of de Winter at the Battle of Camperdown, 1797 (oil on canvas) by Orme, Daniel (1766-p.1832); 152x201 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

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"Unyielding and Resilient: The Military Officer's Legacy" From the daring exploits of Komarov before the Soyuz 1 launch in 1967 to Yuri Gagarin's historic journey into space in 1961, military officers have always exemplified courage and determination. Take a glimpse into the lives of these remarkable individuals who shaped history. Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet cosmonaut, etched his name in the annals of space exploration as he became the first human to orbit Earth. His unwavering spirit paved the way for future generations to reach for the stars. General Grant's arrival at The Battle of Shiloh in 1862 showcased his strategic brilliance amidst chaos. This litho from "The History of Our Country" published in 1905 captures his resolute demeanor, symbolizing leadership during times of adversity. George Brinton McClellan and Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson were two contrasting figures whose lithos from "The History of Our Country" published in 1905 depict their distinct personalities on opposite sides during the American Civil War. Their contributions left an indelible mark on this pivotal chapter in history. Even ancient battles hold tales of valor; Julius Civilis' army nearly succumbed to Roman might until treachery intervened. An oil painting from 1600-13 portrays this dramatic event, reminding us that loyalty can falter even among comrades-in-arms. Philip Henry Sheridan's wood engraving from "The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine, " published in 1884, immortalizes his gallantry during various conflicts. His unwavering commitment earned him a place among esteemed military leaders throughout history. Antonio de Padua Maria Severino Lopez de Santa Anna y Perez de Lebro is remembered through an engraving featured in "The History of Our Country, " published in 1905. Known for both triumphs and defeats, his legacy serves as a reminder of the complexities within military leadership.