Solders Collection

Ancient Kazakh warriors (Batyrs), Kazakhstan
Ancient Kazakh warriors (Batyrs) in battle dress on horseback, with Turkic military equipment and armour, Kazakhstan

Jerusalem - British army in 1917 (postcard)
3794090 Jerusalem - British army in 1917 (postcard); (add.info.: Jerusalem - the Duke of Connaught and the British army on their way to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, Palestine 1917)

Testing Recruits for Boer War 1901
Potential recruits in front of a doctors for a medical to join the Yeomanry in the war in South Africa. Date: February 1901

Punjabi, Baluchi and Afridi solders, British Army, c. 1905
Punjabi, Baluchi and Afridi solders, British Army, c.1905

The Landing of William the Conqueror, from The Comic History of England, pub
3075744 The Landing of William the Conqueror, from The Comic History of England, pub. 1864 (woodcut) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

William the Conqueror inspecting the Volunteers previous to the Invasion of England
3075745 William the Conqueror inspecting the Volunteers previous to the Invasion of England, from The Comic History of England, pub

Alexander Morris, a pint-sized 9-year-old with his sights on the army passed his first selection board yesterday. Marching with his back straight as a ramrod

Medical room for the British Army 1901
A potential soldier in front of a doctor for a medical to join the British Army, to fight in the Second Boer War. Date: 1901

Recruiting for the British Army for the Boar War 1901
Men at St Martin-in-the-Fields near Trafalgar Square, London, reading a notice-board for recruitment for the British Army attended for the Second Boer War

Preparing trench mortars, East Africa, WW1
Preparing trench mortars for a push into Portuguese East Africa during WW1. 1917

Fantastic Adventures - The Face beyond the veil
Cover of Fantastic Adventures, April 1950, featuring the story The Face beyond the veil by Franklin Bahl. Two solders are surprised by a huge woman face which appears in a blue fountain. Date: 1950

Advert for Shoolbreds service clothing 1915
Warm and durable khaki service winter clothing for World War One. 1915

Turkish troops transporting supplies, WW1
Turkish troops transporting supplies by horse and camel during the First World War. Date: 1914-1918

Solder bumps, SEM
Solder bumps. Scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of rows of solder bumps on a substrate. Solder is a metal alloy that is melted to join metallic surfaces. The process is known as soldering

The Civil War in America: Camp at Hatteras Inlet
Panoramic view of camp with solders drilling. Provisional camp of a portion of the Burnside expedition at Hatteras Inlet, North Carolina, from a sketch by an ILN special artist

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"Solders throughout History: From Ancient Warriors to Modern Heroes" Step back in time to the year 1901, where recruits were rigorously tested for the Boer War. These brave individuals prepared themselves for battle, showcasing their determination and resilience. Travel even further back to ancient Kazakhstan, where legendary warriors known as Batyrs fought valiantly. Their tales of heroism still echo through the vast steppes of this majestic land. In another corner of history, we find Punjabi, Baluchi, and Afridi soldiers serving in the British Army around 1905. These diverse soldiers exemplified unity amidst diversity and contributed significantly to military endeavors. The military uprising in Russia paints a vivid picture of chaos and sacrifice. An officer's life was tragically taken while tearing apart the red flag—an act that symbolized rebellion against authority. Fast forward centuries earlier to witness William the Conqueror inspecting volunteers before his invasion of England. This historic moment showcases leadership and strategic planning on an epic scale. Amidst conflicts, there was always a need for medical care. The British Army's medical room in 1901 served as a sanctuary for wounded soldiers—a testament to compassion amid chaos. Recruiting efforts during the Boer War were crucial for bolstering forces on foreign soil. Brave men answered the call with unwavering loyalty towards their homeland. World War I brought trench warfare into focus—trench mortars being prepared in East Africa reveal both innovation and devastation intertwined within conflict zones worldwide. Beyond reality lies fantastic adventures—the face beyond the veil beckons us into realms unknown but filled with bravery and daring exploits that captivate our imagination. During times of war, clothing played an essential role not only in protection but also identity—Shoolbreds service clothing advert from 1915 reminds us how fashion adapted itself even amidst turmoil. Finally, meet Alexander Morris—a pint-sized nine-year-old who dreams big about joining the army.