Marshalling Collection

Siegen, Germany, bomb damage to the railway yards
Vintage World War II photograph - official US military photo: Siegen, Germany, bomb damage to the railway marshalling yards inflicted by Allied bombers

The body of Jumbo the elephant, pictured after his death following a rail crash at a marshalling yard in Ontario, Canada in 1885. Date: 1885

The Surrender at Paardeberg, marshalling the Prisoners (litho)
1048599 The Surrender at Paardeberg, marshalling the Prisoners (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Surrender at Paardeberg, marshalling the Prisoners)

Bombing Haiger railway marshalling yards Germany
Vintage World War II photograph - official US military photo: bombing of the Haiger railway marshalling yards by the US 9th Airforce, Germany

Railway marshalling yard Zulpich Germany Allied bombing
Vintage World War II photograph - official US military photo: railway marshalling yard at Zulpich Germany showing damage following a bombing run by Allied bombers

The Alfred Millenary (engraving)
1628368 The Alfred Millenary (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Alfred Millenary, the Celebrations at Winchester)

The Horse Guards: Marshalling the Procession (engraving)
606442 The Horse Guards: Marshalling the Procession (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Horse Guards)

With the Fleet on the North American Station, Notes from a Midspipmans Diary (engraving)
1056510 With the Fleet on the North American Station, Notes from a Midspipmans Diary (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Fairey Fulmar, 1941. Creator: Unknown
The Fairey Fulmar, 1941. British fighter aircraft built by Fairey Aviation, served with the Fleet Air Arm (Fa) during the Second World War

Arms of the Princess of Wales, Impaled by the Prince of Wales. Impalement or marshalling is a combination of two coats of arms side by side in one divided heraldic shield to denote a union

Arms of the Prince of Wales, Impaled by the Prince of Wales. Impalement or marshalling is a combination of two coats of arms side by side in one divided heraldic shield to denote a union

Favourite RAF targets in Germany by G. H. Davis
Favourite RAF targets for disorganising German transport -- Kiel naval base, Hamm railway marshalling yard and the Dortmund-Ems Canal. Date: 1940

Train Terminal
March 1919: Several large oil tanks in the marshalling yard for the Southampton ferry train. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cattle marshalling yards, IMechE visit to Chicago, 1904 Date: 1904

Vigo, Spain - the Railway Goods Yards Date: circa 1907

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"Marshalling: A Historical Journey Through Time and Tragedy" Step into the past as we explore the concept of marshalling, a term that encompasses various aspects of history. From tragic rail crashes to military operations, this caption takes you on a captivating journey through time. In 1885, tragedy struck at an Ontario marshalling yard when Jumbo the elephant lost his life in a devastating rail crash. The body of this majestic creature serves as a haunting reminder of the dangers lurking within these bustling hubs. Moving forward, we find ourselves witnessing Wellington's funeral procession. In Siegen, Germany, bomb damage inflicted upon railway yards showcases the destructive power unleashed during times of conflict. Yet amidst chaos and destruction, there is also resilience and strength. The Surrender at Paardeberg comes next - an iconic moment captured in litho form. Here we witness prisoners being marshalled together after their defeat. It serves as a testament to both victory and loss in war-torn landscapes. Continuing our exploration into wartime events, we encounter bombings at Haiger railway marshalling yards in Germany. These attacks highlight how strategic targets like these played crucial roles during World War II. Zulpich railway marshalling yard stands as another example of Allied bombing efforts during this tumultuous period. As explosions rock the landscape, it becomes evident that even seemingly mundane locations can become significant battlegrounds. Shifting gears from warfare to royalty, we delve into heraldry with arms impalement or marshalling - symbolizing union between spouses such as Prince and Princess of Wales. This intricate art form allows coats of arms to coexist harmoniously side by side within one divided heraldic shield. Our journey then takes us to engravings depicting The Alfred Millenary and The Horse Guards: Marshalling the Procession - showcasing grandeur and precision found within ceremonial events throughout history. As we near our conclusion, let's not forget those who served on naval stations.