Marksmanship Collection

Annie Oakley
ANNIE OAKLEY entertains with feats of skillful marksmanship

William Tell (engraving)
862490 William Tell (engraving) by Guttenberg, Charles (1743-90); 53.3x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: William Tell is a folk hero of Switzerland)

Stray Notes from South Africa (engraving)
1061948 Stray Notes from South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stray Notes from South Africa)

The Albert - Second Stage, 1000 yards, Bisley Camp, 1893 (w / c and gouache on paper)
STC170829 The Albert - Second Stage, 1000 yards, Bisley Camp, 1893 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Cutler, Cecil (fl.1891-93); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rifle shooting competition at Satory (colour litho)
2818296 Rifle shooting competition at Satory (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rifle shooting competition at Satory, France)

Two saints and the Legend of William Tell, late 16th Century Swiss stained glass paintings (litho)
6001175 Two saints and the Legend of William Tell, late 16th Century Swiss stained glass paintings (litho) by French School

Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show
PNP247800 Poster for Buffalo Bills (1846-1917) Wild West Show, featuring Annie Oakley (1860-1926) c.1899 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Congress)

The Albert - First Stage, 900 yards, Bisley Camp, 1893 (w / c on paper)
STC170830 The Albert - First Stage, 900 yards, Bisley Camp, 1893 (w/c on paper) by Cutler, Cecil (fl.1891-93); Private Collection; (add.info)

Marksmanship: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Marksmanship - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: In battle, the only bullets that count are those that hit. ~ Theodore Roosevelt

The Wimbledon Rifle Competition of 1864. After a contemporary work

Snipers provide overwatch at Fort Wainwright, Alaska
Snipers provide overwatch for a fire team during a fire team live fire training event at the Yukon Training Area, Fort Wainwright, Alaska

U. S. Army sniper pulls security using an Mk14 Enhanced Battle Rifle
May 30, 2011 - U.S. Army sniper pulls security down a dusty road with an Mk14 EBR sniper rifle during a combat patrol outside of Combat Operating Post 8-1, in downtown Kandahar City, Afghanistan

Tibetan horsemen, Tibet region, south west China
Tibetan horsemen in the Tibet region, south west China. According to the original caption, they are displaying their skills of horsemanship

Concentration: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Concentration - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: The successful warrior is the average man with laser-like focus. ~ Bruce Lee

U. S. Marines train in combat marksmanship during Enhanced Mojave Viper
September 20, 2012 - U.S. Marines train in combat marksmanship during Enhanced Mojave Viper at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California

U. S. Marines participate in a known distance sniper training course
March 10, 2010 - U.S. Marines attending the Scout Snipers Basic Course, Advanced Infantry Training Battalion, School Of Infantry-East

Soldier engages targets downrange on the M2. 50 caliber machine gun
August 15, 2012 - Soldier engages targets downrange as assistant gunner watches during qualifications on the M2.50 caliber machine gun at the temporary machine gun range

A Sailor fires a weapon
Camp Beuhring, Kuwait, April 26, 2007 - A Sailor fires a weapon during an enhanced marksmanship program exercise

Iraqi Army Sergeant sights in down range during an advanced marksmanship course
June 23, 2006 - Iraqi Army Sergeant sights in down range during an advanced marksmanship course aboard Camp Fallujah, Iraq

Sailors fire M4A1 carbine assault rifles aboard USS Halsey
Arabian Sea, April 3, 2012 - Sailors fire M4A1 carbine assault rifles during weapon qualifications aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97)

Soldier fires the Mk. 19 grenade launcher
Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, June 1, 2013 - Soldier fires the Mk. 19 grenade launcher as he participates in marksmanship training

Soldiers sight M-4 rifles down range while wearing MCU-2 protective gas masks
Beale Air Force Base, California a Citizen Warriors sight M-4 rifles down range while wearing MCU-2 protective gas masks during a qualification rifle shoot on the November unit training assembly

An Afghan Commando engages training targets on the firing range
September 24, 2009 - An Afghan Commando engages training targets in the prone position at a Commando facility in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Seabees watch rockets fire overhead
Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, June 1, 2013 - Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 15s Convoy Security Element watch rockets fire overhead as they participate in

Marines conduct marksmanship training aboard USS Essex
Pacific Ocean, May 30, 2007 - Marines conduct marksmanship training over the portside elevator aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2), enroute to Exercise Talisman Saber 07

A soldier fires rounds down range at an M-4 qualification shoot
Beale Air Force Base, California a Air Force Reservist fires rounds down range at an M-4 qualification shoot during the November unit training assembly weekend

U. S. Navy Seabees fire M-4 and M-16A2 rifles
October 1, 2010 - U.S. Navy Seabees fire M-4 and M-16A2 rifles during weapons qualification training near Camp Mike Spann, Afghanistan

A soldier engages his target on a shooting range at Al Asad, Iraq
Al Asad, Iraq, September 5, 2007 a A motor vehicle operator with Task Force Military Police engages his target during the fire

U. S. Army soldier scans the horizon through the scope of a M4 carbine
March 31, 2010 - U.S. Army soldier scans the horizon through the scope of a M4 carbine weapon after taking sniper fire in Dhi Qar province, Iraq. U.S

Military Transistion Team members quickly reload their rifles during an Enhanced Marksmanship Training simulation held on range 104 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Cenert Twentynine Palms

U. S. Marines fire an M107 special application scoped rifle at Camp Fuji, Japan
April 8, 2010 - U.S. Marines with Scout Sniper Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire an M107 special application scoped rifle during a marksmanship training event at Combat Range 5 near U.S

Marines firing shotguns
Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, April 3, 2006 - A thunderous boom echoes off the mountains surrounding Range 16 as marines from a Combat Marksmanship Enhanced Training fired Joint Service Combat

Marines engage unknown-distance targets at Camp Schwab, Japan
December 13, 2010 - Marines engage unknown-distance targets using the Machine Gun Day Optic and Ruggedized Miniature Reflex Sight on the M240G medium machine gun at Range 10 on Camp Schwab, Okinawa

U. S. Army Soldier fires at a target with a M4 carbine rifle
July 30, 2014 - U.S. Army Soldier fires at a target during M4 carbine rifle qualification at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany

A military policeman fires a rifle at the shooting range
October 22, 2010 - A military policeman participates in the rifle qualification Table III as part of the Combat Marksmanship Program at Fort Bragg, North Carolina

Soldier feeds ammunition to his gunner during M2.50-caliber weapon training at Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center

Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator aboard USS Bonhomme Richard
Philippine Sea, October 1, 2012 - Marines fire rounds at targets on the aircraft elevator during a live-fire exercise aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard

Girls practice marksmanship in high school hall. circa 1942
Two girls practice marksmanship training at Roosevelt High School in Los Angeles, California. Part of Victory Corps activities there

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The art of marksmanship has a rich history, spanning across different cultures and eras. From the legendary Annie Oakley, known for her unparalleled shooting skills, to the iconic engraving of William Tell hitting an apple off his son's head, these images capture the essence of precision and accuracy. In "Stray Notes from South Africa, " an engraving showcases skilled marksmen in action during their expeditions. The detailed depiction highlights their expertise and concentration as they aim with unwavering focus. "The Albert - Second Stage" painting at Bisley Camp in 1893 demonstrates the intensity of rifle shooting competitions. With watercolors and gouache on paper, this artwork brings to life the determination and skill required to hit targets from a distance of 1000 yards. A vibrant color lithograph captures a rifle shooting competition at Satory. This image not only portrays marksmanship as a competitive sport but also emphasizes the camaraderie among participants striving for excellence. Swiss stained glass paintings from the late 16th century depict two saints alongside William Tell's legendary story. These lithographs showcase how marksmanship became intertwined with folklore and cultural heritage. An intriguing poster promoting Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show features sharpshooters displaying their incredible talents. This captivating image invites audiences to witness firsthand the awe-inspiring feats achieved through exceptional marksmanship. "The Albert - First Stage" presents another scene from Bisley Camp in 1893, showcasing marksmen aiming at targets located 900 yards away using watercolors on paper. The dedication required for such precision is evident in every stroke captured by this artwork. Moving beyond borders, Tibetan horsemen are depicted engaging in target practice within southwest China's Tibet region. Their mastery over firearms reflects how marksmanship transcends geographical boundaries while remaining an essential skill worldwide. An illustration commemorating "The Wimbledon Rifle Competition of 1864" pays homage to one of history's significant marksmanship events.