Morale Collection (#6)

The Ears of the Hare, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95
PER190881 The Ears of the Hare, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) (colour engraving) by Gelibert, Gaston (1850-1931); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Le bon samaritain - The Parable of the Good Samaritan, by Bassano, Francesco
FIA5409933 Le bon samaritain - The Parable of the Good Samaritan, by Bassano, Francesco, the Younger (1549-1592). Oil on canvas, ca. 1575. Dimension : 73x98, 4 cm

Adam and Eve (Adam et Eve) - Paul Eugene Henri Gauguin (1848-1903). Oil on canvas, 1902
FIA5406863 Adam and Eve (Adam et Eve) - Paul Eugene Henri Gauguin (1848-1903). Oil on canvas, 1902. Dimension : 59x38 cm. Ordrupgaard Museum, Charlottenlund by Gauguin

Martha Blames her Vain Sister Mary Magdalene - Simon Vouet (1590-1649). Oil on canvas, c
FIA5406613 Martha Blames her Vain Sister Mary Magdalene - Simon Vouet (1590-1649). Oil on canvas, c. 1621. Dimension : 110x140 cm

Portrait of Aesop, Greek writer (oil on canvas, 1640)
LRI4669872 Portrait of Aesop, Greek writer (oil on canvas, 1640) by Velazquez, Diego Rodriguez de Silva y (1599-1660); Prado, Madrid

Aesop - Bust of the Greek Fabulist Esope (around 620-around 564 BC)
GIA4728219 Aesop - Bust of the Greek Fabulist Esope (around 620-around 564 BC) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The fox and the woodman. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus
XEE4409325 The fox and the woodman. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus, 6th century BC) Written by Guillaume Montfort and Gravees by Beauble in 1801

Armchair and slippers of a soldier away on duty awaiting his return home (colour litho)
5999996 Armchair and slippers of a soldier away on duty awaiting his return home (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketch, Oct 1939 - WWII The Old Soldier Never Dies
Front cover of The Sketch featuring a photograph of a jolly British soldier, complete with pipe and waxed moustache. Hes even sitting on a pile of sandbags

British soldiers smiling as they leave for France, Sept 1939
British soldiers photographed smiling as they leave their home for the Western Front, a few weeks into the Second World War

Frances Day entetaining troops, September 1939
Frances Day photographed dancing as she entertains British troops based just outside London. The actress used her talent to boost the moral of soldiers after the Hippodrome theatre closed

Sir Thomas Beecham leaving the War Office 1939
Photograph of famous conductor Sir Thomas Beecham as he leaves the War Office, after a discussion concerning entertainment provisions for soldiers, following the outbreak of war in September

The Oak Tree and the Reed, c. 1873 (blue and black wash)
XOS5883969 The Oak Tree and the Reed, c. 1873 (blue and black wash) by Daubigny, Charles Francois (1817-78); 29.3x23 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Wolf and the Lamb, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95
PER207620 The Wolf and the Lamb, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) (colour engraving) by Fraipont, Georges (1873-1912); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Illustration for The Old Man and the Three Young Men, from Fables
PER190894 Illustration for The Old Man and the Three Young Men, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) (engraving) by Dore

The Donkey and the Little Dog, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95)
PER190890 The Donkey and the Little Dog, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95), advertising for Au Bon Marche department store (colour litho) by Leloir

Leon Achard as Larifla in La Morale en Action, 1845
Leon Achard as Larifla in La Morale en Action by Jaime and Villeneuve, Theatre du Gymnase Dramatique, 1845. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor Dollets

Scotland, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho)
472963 Scotland, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes)

France, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho)
472948 France, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes)

England, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho)
472941 England, cigarette card, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The supply of cigarettes)

Entente Cordiale ( Cordial Understanding ) cigarette cards
473606 Entente Cordiale ( Cordial Understanding ) cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602)
473603 European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473602) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473603)
473602 European Dancers, cigarette cards, 1915 (colour litho) (see also 473603) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

In a Lombard city, commoners and soldiers improvise a moving demonstration to the King (colour litho)
2808667 In a Lombard city, commoners and soldiers improvise a moving demonstration to the King (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: In a Lombard city)

Woodbine Willie - Rev. G. A. Studdert-Kennedy
Geoffrey Anketell Studdert Kennedy MC (18831929), English Anglican priest and poet. He was nicknamed Woodbine Willie during World War I for giving Woodbine cigarettes along with spiritual aid to

Sheridans Final Charge at Winchester, pub. : Prang & Co. 1886 (colour lithograph)
2836251 Sheridans Final Charge at Winchester, pub. : Prang & Co. 1886 (colour lithograph) by Thulstrup, Thure de (1848-1930); Private Collection; (add.info)

Esope cherchant un homme (engraving)
3644915 Esope cherchant un homme (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Esope cherchant un homme. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1857)

Alone at Last - Poilu Day, 1915 (litho)
699176 Alone at Last - Poilu Day, 1915 (litho) by Willette, Adolphe Leon (1857-1926); 100x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Journee du Poilu. 25 et 26 decembre 1915. Organisee par le parlement)

The best tonic for a wounded soldier: Word from the battlefield that all goes well
STC359601 The best tonic for a wounded soldier: Word from the battlefield that all goes well, 1914-19 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

The Crow and the Fox, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95
PER190882 The Crow and the Fox, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) (colour engraving) by Gelibert, Gaston (1850-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Corbeau et le Renard; ); French

The Japanese Public Inspecting Chinese Spoils, an episode from the Sino-Japanese War
CHT176839 The Japanese Public Inspecting Chinese Spoils, an episode from the Sino-Japanese War, late 19th century (colour woodblock print) by Japanese School

George Washington at Valley Forge, preliminary sketch, 1854 (oil on canvas)
CH441558 George Washington at Valley Forge, preliminary sketch, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Matteson, Tompkins Harrison (1813-84); 91.4x121.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Quebec, 1759, illustration from Hutchinson
IL370607 The Battle of Quebec, 1759, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

British boy scout saluting the flag (coloured photo)
6031716 British boy scout saluting the flag (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British boy scout saluting the flag)

Young British Territorial soldier with verse, propaganda postcard (b / w photo)
6031688 Young British Territorial soldier with verse, propaganda postcard (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

British propaganda postcard, a bulldog holding the Union Jack with words by Tennyson (colour litho)
6031685 British propaganda postcard, a bulldog holding the Union Jack with words by Tennyson (colour litho) by English School

Portrait of the Greek writer Esope (Esop or Esop, 6th century BC
JLJ4665664 Portrait of the Greek writer Esope (Esop or Esop, 6th century BC) who invented the fable Painting by Diego Rodriguez de Silva y Velasquez (1599-1660), 1640 Sun

The Tortoise and The Two Ducks, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95
PER207621 The Tortoise and The Two Ducks, from Fables by Jean de La Fontaine (1621-95) 1888 (colour engraving) by Gelibert

La parabole du fils prodigue - The Parable of the prodigal Son - Pompeo Girolamo Batoni
FIA5406552 La parabole du fils prodigue - The Parable of the prodigal Son - Pompeo Girolamo Batoni (1708-1787). Oil on canvas, 1773. Dimension : 138, 4x100 cm

Ten Liddle Germans rhyme, British First World War propaganda (litho)
5999691 Ten Liddle Germans rhyme, British First World War propaganda (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ten Liddle Germans rhyme)

The Monkey and the Cat, probably 1670s (oil on canvas)
XOS5879616 The Monkey and the Cat, probably 1670s (oil on canvas) by Hondius, Abraham Danielsz. (c.1625-95); 80x93.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The shepherd. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus
XEE4409339 The shepherd. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus, 6th century BC) Written by Guillaume Montfort and Gravees by Beauble in 1801

The kid and the wolf. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus
XEE4409348 The kid and the wolf. Fable of Esope. (Greek writer Esopo or Ecopus, 6th century BC) Written by Guillaume Montfort and Gravees by Beauble in 1801

The Banquet of Periander (Tyrant, or King of Corinth) for the seven wise men of Greece
XEE4405072 The Banquet of Periander (Tyrant, or King of Corinth) for the seven wise men of Greece. from left to right: Bias, Esop, Anacharis, Cleobule, Solon, Pythagoras

The lioness and the bear (La lionne et l ourse) - Fables by La Fontaine
DUV4215111 The lioness and the bear (La lionne et l ourse) - Fables by La Fontaine, 19th century (engraving) by Grandville (Jean Ignace Isidore Gerard) (1803-47); Private Collection; (add.info)

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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.