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A boy looking at Christmas toys in a shop window. Photograph, early 20th century
WINDOW DISPLAY, c1910. A boy looking at Christmas toys in a shop window. Photograph, early 20th century

Boys Band at Greenwich Union Cottage Homes, Lamorbey, Sidcu
The boys band, posed with their instruments, at the Greenwich & Deptford Unions cottage homes site at Lamorbey, near Sidcup, Kent. The homes name can be seen on the bass drum

Childrens Toys

Clowns on parade

MACEDONIA, Skopje. Macedonian Shoes / Carsija Old Town

Chemical drum storage at Altona near Melbourne - Victoria - Australia JLR04067
JLR-307 Chemical drum storage at Altona near Melbourne Victoria - Australia Jean-marc La Roque contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Part of 600 guitar display at the Experience Music Project in Seattle, Washington

Drum circle, Garifuna Settlement Day, annual festival held in late November, Hopkins, Stann Creek District, Belize

Musicians play in field during feast celebration, Vicos, Peru, South America MR

Bulgaria, former capital city of Veiko Tarnovo. Samovodska Charsia, historic street known for its traditional arts & crafts. Local wood carving

Morocco, shop with traditional music instruments in the Medina, old town, of Essaouira

Asia, China, Yunnan Province. Young De ang minority woman in traditional costume with drum (MR)

Temple Gong

Ethiopia: Lalibela, Blue Nile River Basin, St. Neakutoleab Monastery, fabric-covered drums

when a major general in the Continental Army. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel
MARQUIS de LAFAYETTE when a major general in the Continental Army. Steel engraving, American, 19th century, after Alonzo Chappel

Personification of Independence Day. 20th century illustration after Archibald M. Willard
SPIRIT OF 76. Personification of Independence Day. 20th century illustration after Archibald M. Willard

Hessian soldiers of the Musketeer Regiment Prinz Carl, who served England during the American Revolution
HESSIAN SOLDIERS. Hessian soldiers of the Musketeer Regiment Prinz Carl, who served England during the American Revolution. Drawing, 18th century

A messenger journeying across Massachusetts brings news of the Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775
BATTLE OF BUNKER HILL, 1775. A messenger journeying across Massachusetts brings news of the Battle of Bunker Hill, 17 June 1775, to colonists sympathetic to the patriot cause: wood engraving

19 April 1775. The engagement at the North Bridge: colored engraving, 19th century
THE BATTLE OF CONCORD, 1775. 19 April 1775. The engagement at the North Bridge: colored engraving, 19th century

Hessian soldiers of the Erb Prinz Regiment, who fought for the English during the American Revolution
HESSIAN SOLDIERS. Hessian soldiers of the Erb Prinz Regiment, who fought for the English during the American Revolution. Drawing, 18th century

Hessian soldiers of the American Revolution. Drawing, 18th century
HESSIAN SOLDIERS. Hessian soldiers of the American Revolution. Drawing, 18th century

American marines in action during the Revolutionary War. Drawing, 19th century
CONTINENTAL MARINES, c1776. American marines in action during the Revolutionary War. Drawing, 19th century

Two musicians in Comte de Rochambeaus expeditionary corps in America during the American Revolutionary War, 1780
REVOLUTIONARY WAR, 1780. Two musicians in Comte de Rochambeaus expeditionary corps in America during the American Revolutionary War, 1780. Gouache by Nicolas Hoffmann

Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War
CONTINENTAL ARMY BAND. Marching band in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. Steel engraving, c1850, by Karl Hermann Schmolze

Lithograph after Archibald M. Willard
THE SPIRIT OF 76. Lithograph after Archibald M. Willard

Japanese tsuri-daiko (hanging drum) and taiko (drum). Ink drawing, Japanese, 1878
JAPANESE INSTRUMENTS. Japanese tsuri-daiko (hanging drum) and taiko (drum). Ink drawing, Japanese, 1878

A Japanese satire depicting a miserable looking Chinese Emperor and Empress seated on a raised platform with percussion
JAPANESE CARTOON, c1895. A Japanese satire depicting a miserable looking Chinese Emperor and Empress seated on a raised platform with percussion musicians seated in front of them

Reading the Declaration of Independence before George Washingtons army at New York, 9 July 1776
WASHINGTONs ARMY, 1776. Reading the Declaration of Independence before George Washingtons army at New York, 9 July 1776. Illustration by Howard Pyle

Nato Leaders, 1966
NATO LEADERS, 1966. Beatles may not appear as a group again. English cartoon, 1966, commenting on Frances decision to withdraw from NATOs integrated command structure

Lincoln Cartoon, 1865
LINCOLN CARTOON, 1865. This cartoon from an American newspaper, captioned All Seems Well With Us, was published the day President Abraham Lincoln died, 15 April 1865

GLC-LFB Firemens pop group Flashpoint
Flashpoint were a band from Wembley fire station who were regular artists at the G Divisional social club at Willesden fire station. NW London

CIVIL WAR: RICHMOND, 1865. African American troops entering Richmond, Virginia after the fall in 1865. Engraving, c1865

CIVIL WAR: PLAYING CARD. The King of Drummers, from a Union Army series of playing cards, made by Andrew Dougherty, New York, 1865

CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS. The Drummer Boy of Our Regiment - Eight Scenes. Wood engraving from a Northern newspaper of 1863

HYMN OF THE FREEDMAN. American lithograph song sheet cover published during the Civil War

GENERALS LEE AND JACKSON. Last meeting of Generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson, 1863. Lithograph, 1879, after a painting by J.G. Fay

CIVIL WAR: RECRUITMENT, 1861. Drumming up recruits for the Confederate army at Montgomery, Alabama. Wood engraving from an American newspaper of June 1861

CIVIL WAR: UNION DESERTER. A deserter labeled Coward is drummed out of the Union ranks during the American Civil War. Wood engraving from a contemporary newspaper, n.d

ZOUAVES MARCHING, 1861. The 5th Regiment of New York Zouaves marching up Broadway, New York City, prior to embarking for the South, 23 May 1861. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

CIVIL WAR DRUM. Snare drum, 1861, used in the American Civil War by a Union regiment from Maine

CIVIL WAR: PUNISHMENT. The rogues march. Union soldiers marching a thief out of camp at Morris Island in Charleston Harbor, South Carolina. Photograph, July or August 1863

CIVIL WAR: SOLDIERS. The 50th Pennsylvania Infantry in parade formation at Beaufort, South Carolina, during the American Civil War, February 1862. Photographed by Timothy H. O Sullivan

ALABAMA: RECRUITMENT, 1861. Drumming up recruits for the Confederate Army at Montgomery, Alabama: wood engraving from a Northern newspaper of June 1861

CIVIL WAR: MILITIA, 1861. Group of members of the 8th New York State Militia at a camp in Arlington, Virginia. Photograph, June 1861

CIVIL WAR: DRAFT RIOTS. Armed draft rioters on 2nd Avenue inciting others to riot during the New York City Draft Riots of July 13-16, 1863

GEORGE WASHINGTON (1732-1799). 1st President of the United States. President George Washington arriving at Congress Hall in Philadelphia on 4 March 1793 for his second inauguration

CLARK HOWELL (1863-1936). American newspaper editor and politician. Drawing by W. A. Rogers, c1901
CLARK HOWELL (1863-1936). American newspaper editor and politician. Drawing by W.A. Rogers, c1901

ENGLAND: UNIFORMS, 1780. English military uniforms in 1780, at the time of the American Revolution. Line engaving, French, 19th century

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"The Drum: A Symbol of Power, Unity, and Artistic Expression" The drum has long been a powerful symbol throughout history, representing not only the beat that drives armies into battle but also the rhythm that unites musicians in harmony. From its role in military regiments to its presence on ancient battlefields, the drum holds a significant place in our collective memory. In 1777 during the Revolutionary War, The Royal Logistic Corps showcased their strength and determination at the Battle of Brandywine. Howard Pyle's oil painting captures this historic moment with vivid detail, highlighting the resounding beats of drums echoing through the battlefield. Fast forward to c1968 when Elvin Jones mesmerized audiences with his unparalleled drumming skills. Brian Foskett's photograph immortalizes this jazz legend as he effortlessly creates rhythmic magic on stage. Speaking of battles, Howard Pyle's oil painting depicting the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1898 showcases how drums played an essential role in rallying troops and instilling courage amidst chaos. Across borders and cultures, such as Scotland's Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders or Sri Lanka's Geta Beraya players, drums have transcended time and geography to become symbols of national pride and cultural heritage. Drum Castle stands tall as a testament to history; it has witnessed countless battles while serving as a stronghold for generations past. Its walls reverberate with stories told through pounding rhythms on regimental drums like those used by the 1st Battalion Cheshire Regiment during World War I. But beyond war and conflict lies another facet of drumming – music. Various musical instruments come together harmoniously to create melodies that touch our souls. Whether it be Jack DeJohnette captivating audiences at Queen Elizabeth Hall or Elvin Jones enchanting listeners at Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles – these moments remind us why we are drawn to music’s universal language.