Maxim Gun Collection

Hiram Maxim (1840-1916) presents the first automatic machine gun, 1884. Private Collection

The Soudanese Revolt in Uganda (b / w photo)
1042701 The Soudanese Revolt in Uganda (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudanese Revolt in Uganda)

Our Naval Brigade, Gunnery Instruction on Whale Island (HMS "Excellent") (b / w photo)
1592828 Our Naval Brigade, Gunnery Instruction on Whale Island (HMS " Excellent" ) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Naval Brigade)

The War, Operations in Rhodesia (litho)
1600641 The War, Operations in Rhodesia (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, Operations in Rhodesia)

Preparing for the Naval Manoeuvres, our Sailors at Drill (litho)
1062765 Preparing for the Naval Manoeuvres, our Sailors at Drill (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preparing for the Naval Manoeuvres, our Sailors at Drill)

Sir Hiram Maxim, Maxim Gun (colour litho)
976723 Sir Hiram Maxim, Maxim Gun (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Hiram Maxim, Maxim Gun)

A Trooper bringing up a Maxim Gun after the Horses had been killed (litho)
1605476 A Trooper bringing up a Maxim Gun after the Horses had been killed (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Maxim gun in position, Albert, Somme, First World War (b / w photo)
3104503 Maxim gun in position, Albert, Somme, First World War (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Maxim gun in position, Albert, Somme)

The Story of Forbes Column (litho)
1064329 The Story of Forbes Column (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Story of Forbes Column)

The Prince of Wales firing a Maxim Gun, Mr Maxim standing by (engraving)
1615453 The Prince of Wales firing a Maxim Gun, Mr Maxim standing by (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales firing a Maxim Gun)

The late Captain E A W Lendy, with the Sierra Leone Frontier Police, in the Expedition against the Sofas (engraving)
1604516 The late Captain E A W Lendy, with the Sierra Leone Frontier Police, in the Expedition against the Sofas (engraving) by Woodville

Practical Instruction in Field Firing at the School of Musketry, Hythe (litho)
1047548 Practical Instruction in Field Firing at the School of Musketry, Hythe (litho) by Horsley, Walter Charles (1855-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

Machine-Guns at the International Inventions Exhibition, South Kensington (engraving)
1044992 Machine-Guns at the International Inventions Exhibition, South Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The War in South Africa (litho)
1048753 The War in South Africa (litho) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in South Africa)

Mr H M Stanley Experimenting with the Maxim Gun (engraving)
1050292 Mr H M Stanley Experimenting with the Maxim Gun (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr H M Stanley Experimenting with the Maxim Gun)

Hirams Maxim (engraving)
3627995 Hirams Maxim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hirams Maxim. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1895.); © Look and Learn

Types of Arms - The Maxim Gun, 1900. Creator: Gregory & Co
Types of Arms - The Maxim Gun, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. II", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Types of Arms - Lord Dundonalds Galloping Gun-Carriage with Maxim, 1900. Creator
Types of Arms - Lord Dundonalds Galloping Gun-Carriage with Maxim, 1900. Douglas Cochrane, 12th Earl of Dundonald served in the Second Boer War

Maxim gun in action on the British Front, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Village Fighting in Flanders: a Maxim gun in action on the British Front, First World War, 1915, (c1920). From " The Great World War - A History" Volume III, edited by Frank A Mumby

British Naval Division at Antwerp, Belgium, First World War, 1914, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
British Naval Division at Antwerp, Belgium, First World War, 1914, (c1920). With the British Naval Division at Antwerp: a maxim-gun squad in action during the last days of the German bombardment

Rifle Brigade Practising Hill Climbing with Maxim, 1902. The Second Boer War (1899-1902), South Africa. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. III

Maxim machine gun, c1895. The engineer Hiram Maxim developed the first fully automatic machine gun (1884) which he offered to the United States War and Navy departments

Royal Navy Maxim gun practice at Whale island, Portsmouth, Hampshire, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
Royal Navy Maxim gun practice at Whale island, Portsmouth, Hampshire, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 17th January 1896

Sir Hiram Stevens Maxim, inventor of the Maxim Gun, (c1924). Hiram Stevens Maxim (1840-1916) invented the first portable, fully automatic machine gun in 1884

Henry Morton Stanleys African expedition to relieve Emin Pasha, 1886-1889 (1887). Emin Pasha, who was in the Egyptian service and Governor of the Equatorial Province

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The Maxim Gun: Revolutionizing Warfare In 1884, Hiram Maxim unveiled his groundbreaking invention - the first automatic machine gun. This innovation would forever change the face of warfare. During the Soudanese Revolt in Uganda, the power and efficiency of the Maxim Gun became evident as it mowed down enemy forces with astonishing speed. The black and white photographs captured this deadly weapon in action, leaving a lasting impression on all who witnessed its devastating capabilities. Our Naval Brigade received intensive gunnery instruction on Whale Island's HMS "Excellent. " These black and white photos depict sailors honing their skills with this formidable firearm, preparing for future battles at sea. As conflicts raged on during Operations in Rhodesia, lithographs showcased soldiers utilizing the Maxim Gun to gain an upper hand against their adversaries. Its presence instilled fear among enemies and bolstered morale within our ranks. Even during peacetime exercises like the Naval Manoeuvres, our sailors diligently drilled with this powerful weapon. Lithographs depicted them readying themselves for any potential conflict that may arise. Sir Hiram Maxim himself was immortalized in a vibrant color lithograph alongside his creation - a testament to his ingenuity and contribution to military technology. In one striking lithograph, a trooper valiantly brings up a Maxim Gun after losing his horses - demonstrating unwavering determination even amidst adversity. World War I brought about unimaginable destruction but also highlighted the significance of the Maxim Gun. A black and white photograph from Albert, Somme showed it positioned strategically as part of defensive measures against enemy advances. The Story of Forbes Column unfolded through vivid lithographs showcasing brave soldiers armed with these lethal weapons battling against insurmountable odds. Even royalty recognized its prowess; an engraving captured Prince Wales firing a Maxim Gun under Mr. Maxim's watchful eye – symbolizing both admiration for this technological marvel and appreciation for those who created it. Captain E. A. W.