Literally Collection

L Battery, Royal Horse Artillery. How our gunners won the VC and silenced the fire of the German guns in face of overwhelming odds Retreat from Mons, 1st September 1914

The Strongest "
" The Strongest.". Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

The Unknown Warrior - scene at Westminster Abbey, 11th November 1920. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

India / Simla 1930S
The city of Simla, India literally hangs on the mountain side, 6, 000 feet above sea level. For several months of the year it is buried in snow

Gordon Highlander interrogated by German Officers
I won t - After a raid on the British lines in Northern France, a Gordon Highlander is being interrogated by German Officers.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

Repulsing the famous Prussian guard at Ypres. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere, though the illustration was first done in 1914

The Farewell. Fortunino Matania, RI (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Taking the wounded aboard a British ambulance train on the Western Front. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

With the field guns on the Western Front. A visit to a British battery. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

The Strongest.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

French and German caricature soldiers face off
The splendidly drawn uniformed figures are divided by the German's boast of the strength of his armed forces and the Frenchman's literally translated reply So what? Clear off'

Rus Jap War Frozen Russ Events Russo Japanese
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CUSTOMS/BAPTISM
Die Wiedertaufe - literally, re-baptism - in medieval Germany Date: 15/16th century

Tale of a Dog (engraving)
1062425 Tale of a Dog (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tale of a Dog. Illustration for The Graphic)

Heinkel HD. 55
Heinkel HD.55 prototype catapult launched scout for Soviet battleships. Forty aircraft were acquired by the AV-MF (Aviatsiya voyenno-morskogo flota)

POLISH KOSSINIERI
Members of a patriotic secret society, the KOSSINIERI (literally, the scythers) swear to fight for the freedom of Poland against the hated Russians who rule them Date: 1 May 1821

FORTUNE TELLER 1820
Two ladies apprehensively consult a fortune teller, while their gentleman friends poke (literally) fun at them Date: 1820

Rosa Bonheur and Medals
MARIE ROSALIE BONHEUR This great French artist, by the end of her life, was (literally) loaded with honours. She liked to paint cows & other country subjects. Date: 1822-1899

In the famous Plug Street Wood. A relief party marching along Regent Street. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

The War Baby published in The Sphere, No. 2071 on the 30th September 1939. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward
A wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward that was originally a school. He is being visited by an elegant lady who is seated beside the bed.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

With the British Officer in the Ypres Salient. Afternoon tea in a ruined farmstead. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere

Spain and Portugal - Batalha, Monastery Church - Ornate entrance to church. Part of Box 149 Boswell collection - Portugal and Spain

China - Topmost temple, Summer Palace
Lantern slide of Topmost temple, Summer Palace. The Summer Palace (literally Gardens of Nurtured Harmony ) is a palace in Beijing, China

Pro Italia - Allies and Brothers-In-Arms for Justice. Drawn for an Italian Celebration on Italian Day, 7th October 1915, and disposed of in the streets in the form of a souvenir pocket handkerchief

Addled Ads - Humorous postcard - Irish Terrier and Bobby
Addled Ads - Wanted Section Reward. Lost a light brown rough-haired Irish terrier. Had collar with Bobby on plate. Date: circa 1905

Somewhere in France A concert behind the lines
Somewhere in France. A concert behind the lines. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

The Communication Trench. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

In a British advanced observation post. How artillery fire is observed and corrected. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere

How the Staff is informed of movements at the Front. A scene in a stately French chateau. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere

The famous 4 days retreat from Mons. How the wounded helped the wounded between Le Cateau and Landrecies. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere

Winter conditions in the Yser country. A scene on the snow-covered road leading to the rear. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere

The King at the Front. With the British Army on the Western Front - published in 1916 for Tatler and Sphere.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963)

Francesco Barberini
FRANCESCO BARBERINI (1597 - 1679) Italian cardinal, nephew of pope Urban VIII - literally an instance of nepotism. Date: circa 1630

The Second Calender
Cut her head off, then, if she is a stranger to you, the djinn suggests; but the calender (literally, a cloth glazer) nobly refuses to decapitate the princess

Male Dandy / 15C Strutt
The dandies of the day take the phrase a feather in your cap literally, and in a big way - fine on a still day, not so good in a high wind Date: 15th century

China - The Temple of Heaven
Lantern slide of shrine in most northerly building, temple of heaven. The Temple of Heaven, literally the Altar of Heaven (pinyin, Tiantan)

Suffragette Stumping for Votes. A suffragette out Stumping for Votes plant a kiss on a young mans lips. He is so taken aback (literally) that his hat flies off. Date: circa 1910

The Royal Gala Performance, Paris Opera, April 1914. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

R F A mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track
R.F.A. mule-teams pulling limbers over a shell torn track.. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward
Preparation sketch by Matania for a work depicting a wounded French soldier lying in bed in a hospital ward that was originally a school

Armistice Anniversary Night, Trafalgar Square, 11 November 1922. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

Flanders 1914. Fortunino Matania, Ri (1881-1963). One of the most accomplished realistic illustrators and artists of his time

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The Sheep-Eater of Hindostan: the Sheep-Eater and his Gurw, India
THE SHEEP-EATER OF HINDOSTAN: THE SHEEP-EATER AND HIS GURW, INDIA. Or Indostan, literally " land of the Indus", is a popular name for the Indian subcontinent

Senenmut (sometimes spelled Senmut or Senmout) 18th dynasty ancient Egyptian architect and government official. His name translates literally as mothers brother

The Sheep-Eater of Hindostan: the Sheep-Eater and his Gurw, India. or Indostan, Literally
THE SHEEP-EATER OF HINDOSTAN: THE SHEEP-EATER AND HIS GURW, INDIA. Or Indostan, literally " land of the Indus", is a popular name for the Indian subcontinent

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"Literally: A Journey Through History's Strongest Moments" Step back in time and witness the incredible strength of humanity. From the L Battery to the Royal Horse Artillery, we delve into the stories that define true power. In "The Strongest, " heroes emerge from unexpected places. The Unknown Warrior's scene at Westminster Abbey reminds us of their sacrifice and unwavering bravery. Traveling to India in the 1930s, we uncover a world where resilience knows no bounds. Witness a Gordon Highlander interrogated by German Officers, displaying unyielding determination against all odds. As we explore history's battles, one moment stands out - repulsing the famous Prussian Guard at Ypres. This triumph showcases not only physical might but also indomitable spirit. "The Farewell" captures emotions running deep as wounded soldiers are taken aboard British ambulances. Their courage shines through even amidst pain and uncertainty. Join us on the Western Front where field guns become symbols of strength and resolve. With every blast, these brave souls defend freedom with unwavering determination. Amidst conflict, humor finds its place too. French and German caricature soldiers face off in an unlikely display of camaraderie amidst chaos – reminding us that laughter can be a weapon too. From frozen battlefields during Russo-Japanese War to witnessing customs and baptisms across cultures – these events showcase human strength transcending borders and adversity alike. "Literally" takes you on an extraordinary journey through history's most powerful moments – where courage defies limits and humanity emerges triumphant against all odds.