Positions Collection (page 12)

French at Sebastopol
The extreme right of the French positions before the besieged city

The Civil war in America. Positions of the Federal and Confe
Positions of the Federal and Confederate pickets on the Rappahannock, at Fredericksburg, December 4th 1862. Later in December, Fredericksburg was the scene of a costly Union defeat at Maryes Heights

The Zulu war. Sketch of the positions of the forces engaged
Sketch showing the border between Zululand and Natal, where the Battle of Isandlwana took place

Lord Kitchener inspecting Allied positions at Sedd el-Bahr
Lord Kitchener (1850-1916) inspecting Allied positions at Sedd el-Bahr on the southern tip of the Gallipoli peninsula in the eastern Mediterranean sea

The Twin Steam-Ship Gemini, 1850
Engraving of the twin steam ship Gemini, designed by Peter Borrie and built in 1850. The ship was fitted with two rudders and two steering positions

Fire Control Top of an American Warship, 1910
Illustration of an American battleships Fire Control Top, November 1910. In battle, the officers in these elevated positions would pick targets for their gun crews

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Women in Germany making cage crinolines which are constructed around a wooden frame or template. Judging by the positions they adopt they are not wearing crinolines

Equipoise bed for invalids, convalescents, etc
The Equipoise Bed, invaluable for invalids, convalescents and the general public -- adjustable, with seven different positions, price from 5 15s 6d

1878 / AFGHAN WAR
The 8th Kings Regiment make their way up the Peiwar Kotul, attacking enemy positions

Awaiting Attack
French infantry take up positions on the edge of a wood to await an enemy attack

French Artillery - 16
A gunner of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale positions a ball in the barrel of a French muzzle-loading obusier from the Napoleonic era (1802/3)

British in Greece
Greece : British positions are re-taken by the Italians

Horse-Drawn Artillery
German horse-drawn artillery moving to fresh positions during a bombardment

Germans Move Guns
German horse artillery moves guns to new positions, supported by infantry

French Artillery Moving
A convoy of French heavy artillery moves to new positions

Fighting in Latvia
2nd Baltic Front Soviet Gunners firing on German positions at the town of Ogre (Latvia)

Indian Soldiers
Indian troops digging communication trenches and laying cable to connect up advanced positions in France

German Trench Scene
German frontline positions in a trench on the Western Front

Boer War; Modderspruit
MODDERSPRUIT (Modder River) Boers under Cronje attack Lord Methuens column but are driven from their positions : the mules suffer as many losses as the men

Mothieu-Ling Battle 1894
BATTLE OF THE MOTHIEU-LING PASS - Japanese general Yamagata, attacked by the Chinese, turns the tables on them and captures all their positions

WWI / 1914 / MONS
During the retreat from Mons, English Lancers charge German artillery positions

Positions for Speaking
This chart illustrates the various mouth positions suited to producing a variety of sounds when speaking

Indian Fakirs
Two fakirs stand or lie in uncomfortable positions, to the greater glory of their gods

Edward Hopkins
EDWARD HOPKINS member of a prominent money- lending family, held various positions including Master of the Revels in Ireland

Greek Banquet Diners
Greek diners eating in reclined positions at the Banqueting Table

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"Unveiling the Art of Positions: From Fencing to Everest Expeditions" Exploring the intricate dance of strategy and skill in fencing positions. Gaining a bird's-eye view of Dublin during the historic Easter Rising, where positions shaped destiny. Witnessing H. M. S. Victory break through enemy lines at the Battle of Trafalgar, showcasing tactical positions that changed history. Tracing the daring positions adopted by the Everest Expedition team in 1924, defying nature's challenges. Rediscovering elegance and precision through ballet dancers' captivating exercise positions. Peering into Westminster Abbey's cutaway during Coronation 1937, revealing hidden ceremonial positions within its grandeur. Unleashing fierce competition as three jockeys fight for victory from a front-view perspective - every position counts. Marveling at Halley's Comet as it appeared in 1910, capturing its celestial position in our collective memory. Navigating treacherous waters with a wreck chart of the British Isles for 1868 - understanding perilous maritime positions. Reflecting on Sikh troops digging trenches during war - their unwavering commitment to strategic defensive positions revealed. In this diverse collection of images and historical moments, we explore how different types of "positions" shape outcomes – be it physical battles or artistic performances – reminding us that positioning ourselves wisely can make all the difference in achieving success or overcoming adversity throughout history and beyond.