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1918 Collection

"1918: A Year of Triumphs and Tragedies" In 1918, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that shaped history

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1918 Collection: Design staff of W G Tarrant of Byfleet, Surrey
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1918 Collection: Zeppelin L15 on Thames
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1918 Collection: Fokker V8 German tandem-winged quintupriplane
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1918 Collection: RMS Carpathia, 1903
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1918 Collection: Europe Map C1918
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1918 Collection: Australian troops counter-attack at Amiens, WW1
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1918 Collection: Wartime Toby jugs, WW1
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1918 Collection: Formation Fighting Wwi
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1918 Collection: George Jackson Churchward (1857 - 1933)
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1918 Collection: Alice, c. 1918, by Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920)
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1918 Collection: Miners Coming to Work
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1918 Collection: British Army messager pigeon service
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1918 Collection: Battle of the Somme 1918
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1918 Collection: Lawrence of Arabia
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1918 Collection: Rugby School with pupils playing rugby
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1918 Collection: The Cross Bearers, WW1 battlefield by Matania
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1918 Collection: WORLD WAR I: UNCLE SAM. James Montgomery Flaggs famous I Want You U. S
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1918 Collection: Our ?Little Contemptibles?, 1914
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1918 Collection: Pallanza from Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore, Italy
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1918 Collection: A Little Impression by H. M. Bateman
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1918 Collection: T E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) with camels
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1918 Collection: WW1 / 1918 / AIR WAR / SPAD
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1918 Collection: Sectional view of a Mills grenade, WW1
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1918 Collection: Annette Kellerman diving in silhouette
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1918 Collection: British gunners, Battle of the Somme, WW1
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1918 Collection: Katherine Mansfield, pen name of Katherine Mansfield Beauchamp (1888-1923) short
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1918 Collection: German Fokker D VII fighter plane, WW1
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1918 Collection: Trotsky at Desk
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1918 Collection: Wodehouse / Jeeves / Wooster
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1918 Collection: Sopwith Camel 2F-1
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1918 Collection: Map of the St. Jamess & Bond Street areas of London
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1918 Collection: Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen
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1918 Collection: Painting by Hs Power, War, WW1
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1918 Collection: T E Lawrence, Colonel Dawnay and Commander Hogarth
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1918 Collection: British Mark IV tank with Canadian soldiers, WW1
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1918 Collection: Battle of Vimy Ridge 1917
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1918 Collection: 9th Hampshire Regiment in Vladivostock
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1918 Collection: Abdul Hamid Ii / Lith
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1918 Collection: Signing of the Armistice, Compiegne, France, WW1
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1918 Collection: Daily Telegraph front pages, 1914, 1918 and 1919, WW1
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1918 Collection: Hotel, Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York State, USA
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1918 Collection: William Holden / Columbia
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1918 Collection: The Pall Mall Gazette - Armistice Signed - Official
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1918 Collection: Great Barr Colony, Staffordshire
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1918 Collection: HMS Royal Oak, British battleship
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1918 Collection: German Railway gun captured at the Battle of Amiens - WW1
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1918 Collection: Join the Air Service, Learn-Earn. U. S. Army Air Service recruiting poster, 1918
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1918 Collection: ERNEST HEMINGWAY (1899-1961). American writer. As a soldier in World War I, Milan, Italy


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"1918: A Year of Triumphs and Tragedies" In 1918, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that shaped history. As the RMS Carpathia sailed through the Atlantic waves, it carried with it stories of heroism from its previous voyage in 1903. Meanwhile, back on land, wartime Toby jugs depicted scenes from the devastating World War I. The Europe Map showcased a continent torn apart by conflict. Formation fighting during WWI demonstrated the bravery and resilience of soldiers who fought for their countries. In stark contrast, miners coming to work symbolized everyday life amidst chaos. "Our Little Contemptibles, " as they were affectionately called in 1914, stood tall against adversity. T. E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) led his men across vast deserts with camels as loyal companions. The sectional view of a Mills grenade reminded us all too vividly about the horrors faced on the battlefield. Protection was paramount during this time; hence, we saw German gas masks meticulously stored in their original metal containers - a chilling reminder of chemical warfare tactics used during WWI. Amidst these dark times emerged glimmers of hope like the Battle of Somme in 1918 where brave soldiers fought valiantly for victory. On lighter notes, pupils at Rugby School engaged in spirited rugby matches while embracing camaraderie and sportsmanship. Throughout this tumultuous year, Lawrence's presence loomed large – whether leading troops or inspiring others through his exploits – he became an emblematic figure synonymous with courage and determination. As we reflect upon "1918.