Morale Collection (#3)

Duties to the neighbour: indulgence - pardon - Clemence. The magnanimous pardon of the Duke of Bourbon
DUV4212824 Duties to the neighbour: indulgence - pardon - Clemence. The magnanimous pardon of the Duke of Bourbon. Engraving in " The unique book of morality and civic instruction

Duties towards the homeland: Military Service. The soldier's pledge. Engraving in " The unique book of
DUV4212742 Duties towards the homeland: Military Service. The soldier's pledge. Engraving in " The unique book of morality and civic instruction

Letter U: UTILITY agrees with philanthropy, but always and everywhere deceptive is UTOPIA. Engraving in "ABC
DUV4206632 Letter U: UTILITY agrees with philanthropy, but always and everywhere deceptive is UTOPIA. Engraving in "ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Letter M: Modestie humbly receives flattery and makes for others to be without mockery. Engraving in " ABC
DUV4206589 Letter M: Modestie humbly receives flattery and makes for others to be without mockery. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Letter L: LOYAUTE knows how to keep undisturbed oath ready; failing his word is a LACHETE. Engraving in " ABC
DUV4206585 Letter L: LOYAUTE knows how to keep undisturbed oath ready; failing his word is a LACHETE. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Literature. The Dog Whose Ears Were Cropped, fable by Jean de La Fontaine. Imagery, France, c.1930
2638841 Literature. The Dog Whose Ears Were Cropped, fable by Jean de La Fontaine. Imagery, France, c.1930.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Litterature. Imagerie, France, vers 1930. Coll)

Letter G: KENTILLESSE sums up a child well notes but gets lost for a word of COVERSE. Engraving in " ABC
DUV4206560 Letter G: KENTILLESSE sums up a child well notes but gets lost for a word of COVERSE. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Duties towards oneself: the body. Soul and Body - Gymnastics. The gymanistic excercices strengthens the body
DUV4212692 Duties towards oneself: the body. Soul and Body - Gymnastics. The gymanistic excercices strengthens the body. Engraving in " The unique book of morality and civic instruction

Duties towards the homeland: Honour and loyalty to the Flag. Engraving in " The unique book of morality
DUV4212745 Duties towards the homeland: Honour and loyalty to the Flag. Engraving in " The unique book of morality and civic instruction

Frontispiece of " Essay on the general history and on the morals and minds of nations
FGL5474263 Frontispiece of " Essay on the general history and on the morals and minds of nations, from Charlemagne to the present day" by Voltaire. 1756; Private Collection; Fototeca Gilardi

British Bid King Albert good by, 22 Nov 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British Bid King Albert good by, 22 Nov 1917 (date created or published later). British officers and soldiers cheering as Albert I, King of the Belgians

German wounded, recovered, returning singing to the front, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
German wounded, recovered, returning singing to the front, between c1914 and c1915. German soldiers marching and singing in the street during World War I

French band & U.S. troops, 1917 or 1918. Creator: Bain News Service. French band & U.S. troops, 1917 or 1918
French band & U.S. troops, 1917 or 1918. American soldiers watching a French marching band in France during World War I

Kaiserin gives roses to departing officers, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Kaiserin gives roses to departing officers, between 1914 and c1915. Augusta Viktoria of Schlewig-Holstein (1858-1921) last German Empress and Queen of Prussia with German soldiers during World War I

Arrival of gifts for German soldiers, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Arrival of gifts for German soldiers, between c1914 and c1915. Arrival of gifts for German soldiers during World War I, possibly at Christmas

"Don't give up that ship!", c1840. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
"Don't give up that ship!", c1840. Captain James Lawrence (1781-1813) was mortally wounded on May 6, 1813, during an engagement in the War of 1812 between his ship

Our Romanian Allies; The Romanian army regrouped after the trials of 1916: a regiment... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Our Romanian Allies; The Romanian army regrouped after the trials of 1916: a regiment going to the front to the sound of the violin, 1917

La lecture au cantonnement d'un bon communique, 1916. Creator: Lucien Jonas
La lecture au cantonnement d'un bon communique, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

Le Moral des Blesses; Sur le chemin de l'hopital, 1914. Creator: Jacques
Le Moral des Blesses; Sur le chemin de l'hopital, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Les debuts des troupes Russes sur le front Francais de Champagne; Un blesse leger, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les debuts des troupes Russes sur le front Francais de Champagne; Un blesse leger don't le moral est bon, 1916. From "Collection de la Guerre IV. L'Illustration Tome CXLVIII

The Allied Fleets and Armies at Varna, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Allied Fleets and Armies at Varna, 1854. Crimean War: warships on the Black Sea, off the Bulgarian coast....the Allied Fleets and Armies at Varna, sketched on June 24

The departure of conscripts, The homeland in danger: Sketch for the school in rue de Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1879

The departure of conscripts, The homeland in danger: Sketch for the school in rue de Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1879

Fete de l'Etre supreme, (Festival of the Supreme Being) in Champ-de-Mars, c1794. Creator: Pierre-Antoine Demachy
Fete de l'Etre supreme, (Festival of the Supreme Being) in Champ-de-Mars, c1794

The Improvement of Morals, 1786. Creator: Daniel Nikolaus Chodowiecki
The Improvement of Morals, 1786

Of what do you have to complain?, 1836. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Of what do you have to complain?, 1836

Morale is Affected by the Austrians!, 1833. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Morale is Affected by the Austrians!, 1833

One of the largest congregations so far recorded filled the Liverpool Cathedral when the United States Army choir sang spirituals

Mule Train, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Mule Train, 1947. By Johnny Lange, Hy Heath, Fred Glickman, featuring Jimmy Miller and the Squadronaires, a band intended to raise morale and entertain the troops during World War II. [Chappell & Co

Cavendish Crescent, Bath, WW1 morale booster message Date: circa 1916

A uniformed group of soldier entertainers - The Glee Party
Many entertainment groups were formed in the British Forces and they played an important role in maintaining morale. These chaps are Royal Engineers. WW1 Date: circa 1915

Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146307 Charity, 1469, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Charity, 1469, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Justice, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146306 Justice, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Justice, 1470 circa, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Hope, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146297 Hope, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Hope, 1470 circa, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Prudence, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146295 Prudence, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Prudence, 1470 circa, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561 (marble)
7146188 Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561 (marble) by Danti, Vincenzo (1530-76); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561)

Faith, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146301 Faith, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Faith, 1470 circa, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Temperance, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood)
7146299 Temperance, 1470 circa, (tempera grassa on wood) by Pollaiolo, Piero del (1443-96); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Temperance, 1470 circa, Piero del Pollaiolo)

Christian charity, c. 1610 (oil on canvas)
7352759 Christian charity, c.1610 (oil on canvas) by Strozzi, Bernardo (1581-1644); 122x94 cm; Musei di Strada Nuova, Genoa, Liguria

Cycle of the Seven Works of Corporal Mercy: Visiting the Sick, (The Visit to the Sick in Pammatone)
7352701 Cycle of the Seven Works of Corporal Mercy: Visiting the Sick, (The Visit to the Sick in Pammatone), 1640-47 (oil on canvas) by Wael

Fortitude, 1470, (tempera on wood)
7146303 Fortitude, 1470, (tempera on wood) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Fortitude, 1470)

Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561 (marble)
7146190 Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561 (marble) by Danti, Vincenzo (1530-76); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Honour triumphant over deceit, 1561)

Alms from St. Thomas of Villanova, 17th century (painting)
7352765 Alms from St. Thomas of Villanova, 17th century (painting) by Fiasella, Domenico Il Sarzana (1589-1669) ; Santa Maria della Consolazione, Genoa

The feast of the rich man, 17th century (painting)
7129443 The feast of the rich man, 17th century (painting) by Preti, Mattia (Il Calabrese) (1613-99); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The feast of the rich man)

Allegory of Charity, 16th century, (panel)
7129395 Allegory of Charity, 16th century, (panel) by Salviati Cecchino, Francesco de Rossi (1510-63); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Allegory of Charity)

Charger, c. 1750 (porcelain)
XOS5878252 Charger, c. 1750 (porcelain) by Chinese School (18th century); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: China, Chinese Export)

Frontispiece, 1850 (engraving)
7312376 Frontispiece, 1850 (engraving) by Lassalle, Louis Simon (Cabaillot-Lassalle) (1810-1870); 18x12 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Frontispiece in "Alphabet du Jardin des Plantes")

O: Idle, 1890 (illustration)
7309330 O: Idle, 1890 (illustration) by French School, (19th century); 20 x 14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: in "Fun alphabet for little girls)

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"Morale: The Unbreakable Spirit That Ignites Nations" In times of great turmoil, the power becomes an unwavering force that can shape history. From the iconic World War II poster declaring "We shall not flag nor fail, " to Winston Churchill's resolute speeches, it is evident that a nation's spirit can triumph over adversity. Propaganda posters adorned walls, carrying Prime Minister's statements urging citizens to stand united and strong. Archie Andrews, Peter Brough, and Vera Lynn took center stage with their performances, lifting hearts and inspiring hope amidst chaos. Even in everyday life during 1935, a female typist or maid played her part by diligently supporting the war effort behind the scenes. Air raid drills at Windmill Theatre became routine as Londoners found solace in preparedness. The Second World War brought forth another powerful symbol of resilience - a Christmas pudding shared among soldiers in trenches. It served as a reminder that even amidst darkness and despair, camaraderie could bring warmth to their souls. History tells tales of Lord Methuen rallying his broken forces at Tweebosch in 1902; Charles Mills Sheldon immortalized this moment through artistry. Similarly, brave pipers playing Highland regiments to victory showcased how music uplifted spirits on battlefields during 1917. Villagers huddled around wireless radios for news updates during uncertain times while King George V stood shoulder-to-shoulder with RAF officers on the Western Front during WWI – these images depict unity and determination against all odds. A patriotic scarf draped across shoulders represented Belgium's indomitable spirit amid occupation—a visual testament to resilience against oppression. Through these glimpses into history’s defining moments, one thing remains clear: morale has always been the driving force behind nations' ability to endure hardships and emerge stronger than ever before.