Troops Collection (#100)

More British Troops to Frances Aid, 1940, (1940). Churchill gathered all possible help to fight the occupation of France in June 1940

British troops hold out in Louvain as refugees leave the city, 1940, (1940). 15th May 1940, British Expeditionary Forces evacuated Louvain, Belgium. British Official Photograph

Allies Go To Belgiums Aid, 1940, (1940). The arrival of British troops in Belgium, 10th May 1940. From The War in Pictures. [Odhams Press Limited, London, 1940]

British Troops Land in Norway, 1940, (1940). From The War in Pictures. [Odhams Press Limited, London, 1940]

United States Troops on parade before their march through London on August 15, 1917, when they were received with tremendous enthusiasm, c1917, (1935). From His Majesty The King 1910-1935

The landing of troops from New England on the island of Cape Breton to attack Louisbourg, 1747. Artist: James L. Brooks
The landing of troops from New England on the island of Cape Breton to attack Louisbourg, 1747. After J. Stevens. From The Connoisseur Volume XCII, edited by F. Gordon Roe

At Singapore Indian troops arrive to take part in the defence of the great fortress-port. 1941. From The War Illustrated Volume 5 edited by Sir John Hammerton

British Troops in Syria, 1941. British troops in Syria during World War II, guarding a frontier position behind a concrete tank trap. From The War Illustrated: Volume 4 edited by Sir John Hammerton

Pressing on from the Bridgehead, 1943-44. Scottish troops marching to continue the liberation of Sicily during World War II. Local people can be seen returning to their homes in carts

Home via the Battlefields - Mr Churchill in the ancient Roman amphitheatre at Carthage, 1943-44. Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

Landing of Sir Ralph Abercromby and British Forces at Alexandria, 1801, (1884)
Landing of Sir Ralph Abercromby and British Forces at Alexandria, 1801. In 1801 Sir Ralph Abercromby was sent with an army to dispossess the French of Egypt

Vereinigte Staaten von Nordamerika, 1821-1835
Vereinigte Staaten von Nordamerika. The changes to American military uniform in the years 1821-1835

Vereinigte Staaten von Nord-Amerika, 1775-1783. Artist: Claude Ferdinand Gaillard
Vereinigte Staaten von Nord-Amerika. George Washingtons troups during the American Revolution 1775-1783

The Battle of Meeanee, 1843. Artist: James-Baylie Allen
The Battle of Meeanee, 17 February 1843. The Battle of Miani (or Battle of Meeanee) was a battle between British forces under Sir Charles Napier and the Talpur Amirs of Sindh

William inspecting the Volunteers previous to the Invasion of England, 1850. Artist: John Leech
William inspecting the Volunteers previous to the Invasion of England, 1850. A satirical illustration showing William the Conqueror rallying his troups prior to his invasions of England

Military Scene: Landing Troops and Guns. 1801. (1914). Artist: Thomas Rowlandson
Military Scene: Landing Troops and Guns, 1801. After an engraving by Thomas Rowlandson (1756-1827). From The Connoisseur Vol. XXXIX [Otto Limited, London, 1914.]

Wounded English troops on their way to a base hospital, c1914. From The Manchester Guardian: History of the War, Vol. I.-1914-15. 1915

British troops having a meal in a French Railway Station, c1914. From The Manchester Guardian: History of the War, Vol. I.-1914-15. 1915

Directions for movement of troops prior to the battle of Solway Moss, (1542), 1889. Artist: James Stillie
Directions for movement of various bodies of troops prior to the battle of Solway Moss, 1542. The Battle of Solway Moss took place on Solway Moss on the English side of the Anglo-Scottish Border in

The surrender of General Toral, (1898), 19120s
The surrender of Toral to William Rufus Shafter. General Toral, military governor of Santiago de Cuba, surrendered to general Shafter on 16th July 1898.Cigar card from the History of Cuba

Landing in Siboney, (1898), 1920s
Landing in Siboney. On June 23, 1898, Cuban forces occupied this settlement. The Americans landed some troops, two days later General Calixro Garcia landed with 3

View of an Spanish Fort, (19th century), 1920s
View of a Spanish Fort. On the Island of Cuba, there were hundreds of Forts to defend the troops. Cigar card from the History of Cuba, Geografico Universal

General Arolas and his military chiefs, (1896), 1920s
Spanish General Arolas and his military chiefs. Arolas was the chief of the La Trocha de Mariel forces going to Majana, constructed at the beginning of 1896 to block the way of the Cuban troops

The Grand Duke Nicholas announcing the treaty of peace, San Stefano, Turkey, 19th century. The Preliminary Treaty of San Stefano was a treaty between Russia

Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass, north of Meerut, India, c1860. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began in the town of Meerut and soon erupted into other mutinies

German troops occupying the city of Liege in Belgium, First World War, 1914. The soldier in the foreground is kicking a dog pulling one of the traditional dogcarts

French cavalry attacking German troops, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Scottish Highlanders of the British Expeditionary Force at Boulogne, France, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

British Expeditionary Force in Rouen, France, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

British infantry battle with German forces, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

British troops on riverbank prepared for German advance, Belgium, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Belgian troops nearing the scene of battle, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Lord Roberts infantry crossing the Zand river, South Africa, c1900s. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Lord Roberts infantry crossing the Zand river, South Africa, c1900s. An observation balloon watches out for Boers. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Friedrich Ebert (1871-1925) inspecting the troops, Germany, 1922. Friedrich Ebert was a German politician who served as Chancellor of Germany and its first president during the Weimar period

King George V (1865-1936) inspecting the OTC at Bangor University College, c1920s (1936)
King George V (1865-1936) inspecting the Officer Training Corps at Bangor University College, c1920s (1936). George, the second son of Edward VII and Alexandra of Denmark

The British attacking the French line with bayonets at the Battle of Maida, 1816. Artist: I Brown
The British attacking the French line with bayonets at the Battle of Maida, 1816. The Battle of Maida was a battle outside the town of San Pietro di Maida in Calabria, Italy

Surrender of Breda (Las Lanzas), 1634-1635. Artist: Diego Velazquez
Surrender of Breda (Las Lanzas), 1634-1635

Departure of Spanish troops, (1870s), 1920s
Departure of Spanish troops for combat from the station de Villanueva in Havana to the villas. Cigar card from the History of Cuba, Geografico Universal

The governor inspecting the newly arrived troops, (1868), 1920s
The governor inspecting the new troops. From the Captaincy General Palace, newly arrived troops were inspected.During the war of Yara

King George V at an inspection of troops at Aldershot, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War

Royal christmas greeting card to the British troops, 1914. Front and back of postcard

Egyptian troops at Karnak, Egypt 1889. A print from The Illustrated London News, 16th February 1889

Russian Hussar Raising his Sabre. Private Collection

French Horse Chasseurs of the Imperial Guard in Combat with the Russian Cossacks, c. 1830. From a private collection

The Battle of Maloyaroslavets on 24 October 1812, 1900-1910. Artist: Samokish, Nikolai Semyonovich (1860-1944)
The Battle of Maloyaroslavets on 24 October 1812, 1900-1910. Found in the collection of State Borodino War and History Museum, Moscow

The Battle of Borodino. Artist: Martinet, Pierre (1781-?)
The Battle of Borodino. Found in the collection of the State Borodino War and History Museum, Moscow

Manoeuvres near Moscow, 1930-1933. Artist: Ulyanov, Nikolai Pavlovich (1875-1949)
Manoeuvres near Moscow, 1930-1933. Found in the collection of the Museum of Regional Studies, Yelets

Retreat of the Grande Armee from Moscow in 1812, 1813. Artist: Rugendas, Lorenz (1775-1826)
Retreat of the Grande Armee from Moscow in 1812, 1813. Found in the collection of the A. Pushkin Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

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"Honoring the Courageous Troops: From Ancient Battles to Modern Wars" "Tracing back through history, they have marched on a Long, Long Trail, leaving their mark on the world. " "Remembering D-Day 1944: A pivotal moment in history captured by the iconic D-Day Map of 1944. " "A glimpse into humanity amidst chaos: The heartwarming Christmas Truce of 1914 during World War I. " "The Canadians at Ypres - An artistic portrayal by William Barnes Wollen showcasing bravery and resilience in battle. " "Defenders of the Empire - Saluting the British Army, Navy, and Airforce for their unwavering commitment to protect our nation's freedom. " "WW1 silhouettes tell tales of sacrifice and heroism as wounded soldiers receive crucial medical care on the battlefield. " "Drawing inspiration from ancient military genius Hannibal crossing the Alps – a testament to strategic brilliance throughout time. " "The Nation Makers: Howard Pyle's masterpiece depicting Revolutionary War's Battle of Brandywine reminds us of those who fought for independence in 1777. " "D-Day - Landing in France with indomitable spirit at Omaha Beach; an unforgettable chapter etched in history forever. "Supplies pour ashore as heroes storm Normandy beaches during D-Day – a true display of determination and teamwork. "Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War – exemplifying airborne courage behind enemy lines. "The Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen stands tall as a symbol of triumph over adversity during World War II’s final stages. " In every era, they have demonstrated unparalleled valor and dedication to safeguarding our nations' values—forever deserving our gratitude and admiration.