Ministry Of Defence Collection

Porton Down, aerial photograph. This site, in Wiltshire, UK, houses the headquarters of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, an executive Agency of the Ministry of Defence

Mess, Columbia, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Mess, Columbia, between c1915 and c1920

Seventh Prize Design for the War and Foreign Offices (John Dwyer, Architect): Premium, £100, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Seventh Prize Design for the War and Foreign Offices (John Dwyer, Architect): Premium, £100, 1857. Government buildings in Whitehall, London

Machine Gun Board of War Department - Tracy Dixon, Brig. Gen. Todd, Newton D. Baker... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Machine Gun Board of War Department - Tracy Dixon, Standing Left; Brig. Gen. Todd, 2nd or 3rd from Left; Newton D. Baker, 4th from Right; Lawrence B. Benet, 3rd from Right; Maj. Gen

War Dept, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. War Dept, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
War Dept, between 1910 and 1920

War Dept, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. War Dept, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
War Dept, between 1910 and 1920

Pembroke-House, Whitehall-Gardens, the Office of the Minister-at-War, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Pembroke-House, Whitehall-Gardens, the Office of the Minister-at-War, 1854. Government buildings in London. The concentration of Government Offices which occupy a portion of the site of the extensive

New Year's Reception At White House - Army officers Leaving War Department For Reception, 1910
New Year's Reception At White House - General View of Army officers Leaving War Department For Reception, 1910

Caricature of General Emile Zurlinden
Vintage Caricature of General Emile Zurlinden. French Minister of War between 5 September 1898 and 17 September 1898

Thailand, Bangkok, Ministry of Defence Building and Canon Museum

War Department Building at 21st and Virginia Avenue, N. W. Washington, D. C. ca. 1943. Creator: Unknown
War Department Building at 21st and Virginia Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. [Harrys Truman Building, completed in 1941]

1c Franklin War Department special printing single, 1875. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin War Department special printing single, 1875. In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

Wheeler Survey, Season of 1872, 1872. Creator: William H. Bell
Wheeler Survey, Season of 1872, 1872. [Colorado River Series. Canon of Kanab Wash, Looking South]

Grand Canyon of the Colorado River, Mouth of Kanab Wash, looking West, 1872

Limestone Walls, Kanab Wash, Colorado River, 1872. Creator: William H. Bell
Limestone Walls, Kanab Wash, Colorado River, 1872

Canon of Kanab Wash, Looking South, 1872. Creator: William H. Bell
Canon of Kanab Wash, Looking South, 1872. [Colorado River Series]

War department buildings and military college, Bangkok, Siam. Buildings in what is now Thailand

The new office of the war department, Buckingham House, Pall Mall, London, 1855. Print from The Illustrated London News (20 October 1855)

Medics of the British Special Forces provide first aid to a simulated victim during training in Wales

War Office - Whitehall [ministry of defence] [photo undated]

View from London Eye of Ministry of Defence Main Building, Horse Guards Parade and Old Admiralty, Whitehall, City of Westminster, London, England, april

Radar tracking station
Radar station. This monitors everything that passes through its airspace for the Ministry of Defence. Photographed in Trimmingham, Norfolk, UK

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The Ministry of Defence, an institution steeped in history and significance, holds a multitude of captivating tales within its walls. From the secretive experiments conducted at Porton Down to the iconic aerial photograph capturing the grandeur of its headquarters, this ministry stands as a symbol of power and protection. Intriguingly, amidst all its seriousness, one can stumble upon unexpected surprises like the caricature of General Emile Zurlinden. This whimsical artwork adds a touch of humor to an otherwise solemn environment. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves in Thailand's bustling capital city, Bangkok. Here lies the majestic Ministry of Defence Building and Canon Museum—a testament to Thailand's rich military heritage. The juxtaposition between ancient cannons and modern architecture creates a fascinating blend that showcases both tradition and progress. Across continents, another historical gem awaits our attention—the War Department Building in Washington D. C. , circa 1943. Its imposing presence speaks volumes about America's role during World War II—an era when nations united against common adversaries. Delving deeper into time's embrace reveals intriguing artifacts such as the 1875 special printing single featuring 1c Franklin from the War Department—an exquisite piece that serves as a reminder of past postal communication methods. As we journey through landscapes captured by William H. Bell during his Wheeler Survey expedition in 1872, we witness nature's awe-inspiring wonders unfold before our eyes—the breathtaking Grand Canyon with Kanab Wash meandering through limestone walls evokes feelings of both insignificance and reverence for Earth's majesty. Returning to urban settings brings us face-to-face with war department buildings across different corners of the globe—from Bangkok's military college nestled within vibrant Siam to Buckingham House on London's Pall Mall—each structure represents dedication towards safeguarding national interests while adapting to changing times. Finally, let us not forget Victoria Embankment Gardens—a serene oasis along London’s Victoria Embankment where weary souls seek solace amidst the bustling metropolis.