1918 Collection (page 100)

WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. Some of the 5, 000 German guns surrendered under the terms of the Armistice. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: HEAVY GUN. One of the French Commissioners standing beneath the long bore of a surrendered German gun. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. German trucks to be surrendered to the American First Division at Montabaur, Germany. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. The surrendered German U-155 also knows as Deutschland
WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. The surrendered German U-155 also knows as " Deutschland" at the Port of Harwich, England. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. German Commander surrendering his vessel to a British Naval Officer after signing a statement stating that the vessel was in perfect condition upon surrender

WORLD WAR I: SURRENDER. View from a British destroyer of one of the German battleships proceeding to the firth of River Forth to surreneder, Scotland. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: U-BOAT. Close up of surrendered German U-Boat 48 on its way to Harwich Harbor. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: U-BOATS. Three surrendered U-Boats with the German crews who brought them to England and then received transportation back to Germany. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: VIEW OF FLEET. View from a British destroyer of the German fleet approaching to surrender. November 21, 1918

WORLD WAR I: SUBMARINE. Surrendered German Mercantile Submarine on its way to be interned at Harwich Harbor, England. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: CELEBRATION. Italians gathered at The Alter of the Nation in Rome to celebrate the signing of the Armistice, Italy. Photograph, 1918

WORLD WAR I: CELEBRATION. Italians celebrating the signing of the Armistice in Milan, Italy. Photograph, 1918

WORLD WAR I: PARADE, 1918. Parade to celebrate the signing of the Armistice on 42nd street and 5th avenune, New York. Photograph, November 11, 1918

WORLD WAR I: CELEBRATION. Crowd in front of Buckingham Palace celebrating the signing of the Armistice and cheering King George V who appeared on the balcony in London, England

WORLD WAR I: CELEBRATION. Ceremony saluting the Allied flags outside of the New York Public Library celebrating the signing of the Armistice, New York. Photograph, 1918

ARMISTICE, 1918. Marshal Foch carrying the signed Armistice preparing to take the train to Paris, France. Photograph, 1918

WORLD WAR II: MAP, C1918. Star on the map indicates the exact place where the Armistice with Germany was signed near Rethondes, France. Map, c1918

WORLD WAR I: ARMISTICE. The spot in the forest where the Armistice was signed, with the train that served as Marshal Fochs headquarters on the left and the Germans train on the right, Compiegne

WORLD WAR I: ARMISTICE DAY. Parade on New York Citys 5th Avenue to celebrate the signing of the Armistice, New York. Photograph, 1918

WORLD WAR I: ARMISTICE. Meeting of the German armistice delgates with Marshal Foch in the Marshals railroad car. Allied representatives are Marshal Foch, Admiral Wemyss, General Weygand

WORLD WAR I: ORTELBURG. View of the destruction of Ortelburg as seen from the roof of a nearby church, East Prussia (now Poland). Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: CHURCH. Church destroyed by an Austrian bomb, Monfalcone, Italy. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: GALICIA. Russian troops burned oil fields and destroyed machinery in Boguslav, Eastern Galicia. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: HOUSE BOMBED. A home destroyed and child killed by a bomb dropped during an air raid, London, England. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: HOUSE BOMBED. A German bomb dropped during an air raid destroyed this home and killed two children, London, England. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: RUINED CHURCH. Inscription reading Church of Passchendaele left
WORLD WAR I: RUINED CHURCH. Inscription reading " Church of Passchendaele" left by German troops on the site of a destroyed church, Belgium. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: VISTULA RIVER. Scene on the Vistula River during the Russian retreat bfore Von Mackensens advance. The Germans are passing over a wooden bridge constructed in place of the destroyed

WORLD WAR I: CASUALTIES. British stretcher bearers killed by shell while carrying a German wounded soldier to hospital in Peronne, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: CHATEAU. Chateau destroyed by shelling, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: VIE CHAPELLE. Church destroyed by artillery fire at Vie Chapelle in the district around La Bassee, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: FRISE CHURCH. Church in the French village of Frise formally used as a fort by German troops, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: TILLOLOY. French troops passing destroyed church at Tilloloy, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: NIEUPORT. Destroyed church at Nieuport, Belgium. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: HOTEL, c1918. Hotel De Ville destroyed during the Great German Drive of March 1918 at Arras, France. Photograph, c1918

WORLD WAR I: MINE CRATER. Mine crater exploded by the Germans in the main street of La Bassee, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: CITY HALL. Destroyed city hall of Peronne, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: CLEMENCEAU. French Prime Minister Georges Clemenceau walking through the streets of Noyon despite the threat of land mines, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: ALLIED PATROL. British soldiers seeking shelter after capturing town, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: RAILWAY LINE. Destroyed railway line photographed just 30 minutes after the German evacuation in Albert, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: ALBERT CHURCH. Church of Notre Dame Des Brebieres before destruction in Albert, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: ARMENTIERES. Main street of Armentieres destroyed by battle, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: SALVAGING. French troops salvaging material from a home destroyed by a mine, Guiscard, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: BARRICADE. British troops clearing trees cut by German soldiers in an attempt to delay pursuit, near Peronne, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I: ROADS BLOCKED. Trees cut down in an attempt to barricade the road, possibly France. Photograph c1916

WORLD WAR I: BOURESCHES. An aerial view of the town of Bouresches, France. Photograph, c1916

WORLD WAR I : VERDUN. The city of Verdun, destroyed in 1916 and 1917, France. Photograph, c1917

WORLD WAR I: LILLE, 1918. Crowds of jubilent residents listening the the music of the marseillaise in the Grand Square of Lille, after liberation from German occupation during World War I, 1918

WORLD WAR I: LILLE, 1918. Inhabitants of Lille, France, cheering British soldiers, 1918

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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.