Sabres Collection (#2)

George Washington at Valley Forge with his Continental Army, Winter and Spring
PNP257438 George Washington at Valley Forge with his Continental Army, Winter and Spring, 1777-78 (litho) by American School

Officers sword, 51st Foot, c. 1809 (steel with wooden grip)
1268523 Officers sword, 51st Foot, c.1809 (steel with wooden grip) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The 51st became light infantry in 1809)

The Mutiny in India (engraving)
2785687 The Mutiny in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mutiny in India)

Portrait of John Campbell, 4th Earl of Loudon, in the uniform of his regiment
824160 Portrait of John Campbell, 4th Earl of Loudon, in the uniform of his regiment, known as Loudons Highlanders, 1747 (oil on canvas) by Ramsay

Hilts of typical American officers swords, American Revolutionary War
3429539 Hilts of typical American officers swords, American Revolutionary War (metal & leather) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Revolutionary War)

Civil War Regalia of Major Levi Gheen McCauley, 1887 (oil on canvas)
2969131 Civil War Regalia of Major Levi Gheen McCauley, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Cope, George (1855-1929); 127x92.7 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; Quinn E

The Battle of Spotsylvania, May 8-21 1864 (colour litho)
STC354367 The Battle of Spotsylvania, May 8-21 1864 (colour litho) by Ogden, Henry Alexander (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

President Lincoln Visiting the Camp at Antietam, 4th October 1892 (sepia photo)
STC354350 President Lincoln Visiting the Camp at Antietam, 4th October 1892 (sepia photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865)

The Battle of Balaclava (colour litho)
IL388043 The Battle of Balaclava (colour litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Balaclava was fought on the 25th October 1854)

General A. T. A. Torbert and Staff, 1864 (b / w photo)
STC354362 General A. T. A. Torbert and Staff, 1864 (b/w photo) by Brady, Mathew (1823-96) & studio; Private Collection; (add.info.: General Torbert (1833-1880)

Russian Cossacks pursuing German cavalry across a burning bridge over the River Strypa, World War I
6000354 Russian Cossacks pursuing German cavalry across a burning bridge over the River Strypa, World War I, 1915 (colour litho) by Bombled

Uniform of Private of the 1st or Kings Dragoon Guards
810309 Uniform of Private of the 1st or Kings Dragoon Guards, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl.1780-1812), 1812-15 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Smith

Uniform of Officer & Private of the 52nd Regt. Of Light Infantry
810308 Uniform of Officer & Private of the 52nd Regt. Of Light Infantry, engraved by Joseph Constantine Stadler (fl.1780-1812), 1812-15 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Smith

Duellist with Sword and Dagger, c. 1622. Creator: Jacques Callot
Duellist with Sword and Dagger, c. 1622

Duellist with Two Sabers, c. 1622. Creator: Jacques Callot
Duellist with Two Sabers, c. 1622

The Russian Christmas is twelve days behind ours but the Armies are already making preparations for their xmas celebration on the field

The sabres. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

The sabres of Prince Dmitry Pozharsky and Kuzma Minin, 1849-1853
The sabres of Prince Dmitry Pozharsky and Kuzma Minin. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

The sabre of Prince Fedor Ivanovich Mstislavsky, 1849-1853
The sabre of Prince Fedor Ivanovich Mstislavsky. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

A regiment of English dragoons puts out a fire with sabre blows, 1914. Creator: Unknown
A regiment of English dragoons puts out a fire with sabre blows, 1914. Un Regiment De Dragons Anglais Eteint Un Incendie A Coups De Sabre

Mensur (fencing bout) - Heidelberg, Germany
A brief interuption during a Mensur (Academic fencing bout) - the duellist hopes he will be scarred for life - Heidelberg, Germany. Date: circa 1910s

Captain F. O. Grenfell Vc Leading Charge Of 9Th Lancers On August 24 1914 To Retake Captured Guns Near Doubon He
Captain F.O. Grenfell Vc Leading Charge Of 9Th Lancers On August 24 1914 To Retake Captured Guns Near Doubon He Received Victoria Cross For His Action

Fencer

A Fencing Academy in 18th Century Paris, 1875 (engraving)
KW421790 A Fencing Academy in 18th Century Paris, 1875 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from XVIII Siecle Institutions)

The Battle of Magenta (coloured engraving)
XOT361281 The Battle of Magenta (coloured engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Museo del Risorgimento, Brescia, Italy; (add.info.: La battaglia di Magenta; Battle of Magenta (June 4th)

Charge of the Light Brigade, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History
XJF324307 Charge of the Light Brigade, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) by English School

Napoleon bidding farewell to Marshal Jean Lannes, 1858 (oil on canvas)
BAL322409 Napoleon bidding farewell to Marshal Jean Lannes, 1858 (oil on canvas) by Dorian, (fl.1858); Borodino, Mozhaysky, Moscow Oblast

Battle of Malplaquet, 11th September 1709, from the History of Queen Anne
XJF119860 Battle of Malplaquet, 11th September 1709, from the History of Queen Anne, 1740 (engraving) (b&w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Paris charmed by the Queen of Afghanistan. The Queen of Afghanistan driving in Paris with M. Briand. 1928

Canadair Sabres

North American F-100C Super Sabres including 54-2089

Vickers Warwick CIII HG248
Vickers Warwick CIII, HG248, powered by two Napier Sabres. 1945. Date: 1945

F-100 Super Sabres on the final assembly line at North Americans Los Angeles plant

North American F-100 Super Sabres of the 479th Fighter Day Wing, George AFB, California, lined up on the base flight ramp

Two North American F-100D Super Sabres 55-3504 and 55-3513
Two North American F-100D Super Sabres, 55-3504 and 55-3513, buddy refuelling

North American F-100C Super Sabres of the Skyblazers aerobatic team

North American F-100C Super Sabres

North American F-86A Sabres

A cossack cavalry unit charging with sabres drawn on the crimean front, may 1942

Red army cavalry soldiers undergoing rapier practice, world war ll

Egypt - Marriage Procession Date: circa 1910s

French Cavalry Training
French cavalrymen practice staying on their horses without using their hands, so as to use their guns or sabres

French Cavalry Charge 2
French cavalry commence their charge at the gallop : the first rank use their lances, the second rank use their sabres

French Sabre Practice
French cavalrymen practice using their sabres

French Sabre Practice 2
French cavalrymen practice using their sabres while mounted

Jean Bart in Action
The French admiral Jean Bart, threatened by a superior Dutch fleet, cries Comrades, no more cannon-shots, use your sabres ! and wins the day with hand-to-hand fighting

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"Sabres: A Symbol of Power, Struggle, and Triumph" they have long been associated with various historical events and significant moments in human history. From the Olympics to fencing competitions, these iconic weapons have left an indelible mark on our collective memory. In 1932, during the Olympics, sabre fencing captivated audiences with its intense duels and precise movements. Fencers showcased their skills and agility while wielding these elegant blades, captivating spectators worldwide. The figure of Sergeant Ewart from the Scots Greys painting stands as a testament to the bravery and valor displayed by those who wielded sabres in battle. Their unwavering determination led them through countless conflicts throughout history. One such tragic event was the Peterloo Massacre in 1819 when cavalry regiments charged into an unarmed crowd demanding parliamentary reform. The drawn sabres struck fear into hearts as they mercilessly cut down innocent lives. This engraving published by Richard Carlile serves as a haunting reminder of this dark chapter in England's past. From famous fights to historic battles like Waterloo, sabres played a pivotal role on many occasions. Captain Kelly's lithograph depicts him killing a French commanding officer at Waterloo using his trusty sabre—a moment that forever changed the course of history. They were not limited to warfare; they also made appearances during riots in Germany and symbolized tragedies caused by fanaticism across different eras. These colour lithographs serve as visual reminders of how power can be both destructive and awe-inspiring. Medals commemorating events like the Peterloo Massacre or depictions of battles such as Malplaquet further immortalize the significance within historical narratives. They remind us that even amidst chaos and bloodshed, there is always room for remembrance and reflection. Napoleon Bonaparte himself is often portrayed holding a sabre—a symbol of his authority as First Consul—showcasing the power and influence that these weapons held in shaping the destiny of nations.