Policemen Collection (#6)

The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho)
2783643 The Hunger March in London (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hunger March in London)

The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho)
2809003 The tragedies of fanaticism (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragedies of fanaticism)

An off-duty policeman attacked by a group of men leaving the screening of an antimilitarist film... (colour litho)
2779477 An off-duty policeman attacked by a group of men leaving the screening of an antimilitarist film... (colour litho) by French School

The Bloody Riots Of Trieste, The Crowd Charged By The Troop In Front Of The Austrian Lloyd Palace (Colour Litho)
2798521 The Bloody Riots Of Trieste, The Crowd Charged By The Troop In Front Of The Austrian Lloyd Palace (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Quatre policemen en fonction (engraving)
2790006 Quatre policemen en fonction (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quatre policemen en fonction. Illustration for Le Tour Du Monde (Hachette, 1865)

The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways
2798527 The Agitation In The Citeriore Calabria, The Serious Disorders Occured In Cassano-Ionio To Get New Railways (colour litho) by Beltrame

In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho)
2777985 In the cemetery of Portici (Naples), two carabinieri, to surprise a blackmailer who had to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Fight between Apaches and the police on the Place de la Bastille in Paris (colour litho)
2795863 Fight between Apaches and the police on the Place de la Bastille in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A fight on a barge (colour litho)
2795556 A fight on a barge (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fight on a barge)

An eventful confrontation (colour litho)
2779268 An eventful confrontation (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An eventful confrontation)

Shooting between a policeman and a bandit in Corsica (colour litho)
2818901 Shooting between a policeman and a bandit in Corsica (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shooting between a policeman and a bandit in Corsica)

A victim of duty: shot by a lunatic (colour litho)
2819019 A victim of duty: shot by a lunatic (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A victim of duty: shot by a lunatic. A victim of duty: a crazed killer)

Heroic virtues that make you laugh, English suffragettes forcibly fed in prison to prevent them... (colour litho)
2815537 Heroic virtues that make you laugh, English suffragettes forcibly fed in prison to prevent them... (colour litho) by Beltrame

While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg
2814738 While awaiting liberal reforms in Russia, the Cossacks disperse and persecute the dreamers of freedom in Petersburg (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho)
2808506 120 miners killed by the fire in a Westphalian mine, the Emperor witnesses the attempts... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Police attacking French workers on board the steamer Versailles at Colon, Panama (colour litho)
2795993 Police attacking French workers on board the steamer Versailles at Colon, Panama (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battle between a tiger and a bull in a bullring in San Sebastian, Spain (colour litho)
2795860 Battle between a tiger and a bull in a bullring in San Sebastian, Spain (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shootout between police and criminals on a Paris street (colour litho)
2779422 Shootout between police and criminals on a Paris street (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Violent struggle on board a ship (colour litho)
2782204 Violent struggle on board a ship (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Violent struggle on board a ship. Un Drame A Bord)

Quarrel of the inventories (colour litho)
2779176 Quarrel of the inventories (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quarrel of the inventories. Police fighting with citizens)

Cartoon depicting the riots in New York on St Patricks Day 1867, published in Harpers Weekly
TPG440670 Cartoon depicting the riots in New York on St Patricks Day 1867, published in Harpers Weekly, April 6 1867 (wood engraving) by Nast

The Irrepressible Suffragettes Create a Diversion in the Lobby, from an article entitled The Reassembling of Parliament
KAT323435 The Irrepressible Suffragettes Create a Diversion in the Lobby, from an article entitled The Reassembling of Parliament published in The Graphic, October 27th 1906 (litho) by Cleaver

Do not forget your Cats! (engraving)
1603512 Do not forget your Cats! (engraving) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Do not forget your Cats! Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 September 1892)

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"Policemen: Guardians of Order and Justice Throughout History" From the intense standoff at Sidney Street Siege in East London, where Winston Churchill himself witnessed the bravery facing dangerous criminals, to the aftermath and reportage following The Great Train Robbery in 1963, these men in blue have always been at the forefront of maintaining law and order. Even during seemingly ordinary moments like A Spot of Bother at Ayresome Park Middlesbrough in March 1973, their presence ensures safety for all. Their dedication is not limited to tackling crime; they also play a crucial role in upholding democracy as seen through their encounters with suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst and Lancashire Lass Arrested for fighting for women's rights. Throughout history, police officers have adapted to changing times. From Truro City Police patrolling the streets of Cornwall around 1890 to modern-day multi-service emergency vehicles rushing to save lives they can ever-evolving protectors. But it's not just about serious business - there is room for warmth too. Meet Mr Bobby the Policeman captured by Kay Snap; his friendly demeanor reminds us that behind those uniforms are compassionate individuals who care deeply about their communities. In times when fire threatened Ealing, it was the brave souls from Ealing Fire Brigade with their horse-drawn appliance who worked hand-in-hand with policemen to keep citizens safe from harm. The world of crime would be incomplete without mention of Detective Sergeant George Carter played by Dennis Waterman - an iconic portrayal showcasing both grit and determination that define our perception of these heroes on screen. And amidst all this action-packed narrative lies a momentary pause: an advertisement for Bovril featuring a policeman enjoying a hot cuppa after a long day's work. It serves as a reminder that even superheroes need some comfort too. As we delve into artistry inspired by these valiant figures such as "Deserted.