Military Decoration Collection

Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), in uniform, 1833-1847 (porcelain)
MMM5471534 Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), in uniform, 1833-1847 (porcelain); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805)

Admiral of the Royal Navy, 18th century
MMM5482504 Admiral of the Royal Navy, 18th century by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Admiral of the Royal Navy, in the 18th century)

Painted miniature, representing Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Mounted on a copper and enamel pendant
MMM5475500 Painted miniature, representing Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Mounted on a copper and enamel pendant, early 19th century

Painted miniature, representing Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Mounted on a copper and ivory pendant
MMM5475495 Painted miniature, representing Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Mounted on a copper and ivory pendant, early 19th century

Medal bar, 1914-1918 (bronze, silver and ribbons), 1914-18 (bronze, silver and ribbons)
MMM5475415 Medal bar, 1914-1918 (bronze, silver and ribbons), 1914-18 (bronze, silver and ribbons) by Wyon, William (1795-1851); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Medal bar)

Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), c.1800-05 (enamelled pottery)
MMM5471480 Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), c.1800-05 (enamelled pottery); National Maritime Museum, London

Portrait of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich of Russia, 1910
1575358 Portrait of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich of Russia, 1910; (add.info.: Portrait of Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich of Russia. He was the youngest son of Emperor Alexander III of Russia)

Portrait of General Duke of Montebello Gustave-Olivier Lannes (1804-1875), French military
JEB4834890 Portrait of General Duke of Montebello Gustave-Olivier Lannes (1804-1875), French military. Photograph of Disderi from a Business Card Album

Portrait of Louis-Jules Trochu (1815-1896) general francais. Pierson photography, 19th century. Private collection
JEB4833225 Portrait of Louis-Jules Trochu (1815-1896) general francais. Pierson photography, 19th century. Private collection.; (add.info)

Portrait of Joseph Vinoy (1800-1880), French General and Senator, Grand Chancellor of the National Order of the Legion
JEB4833219 Portrait of Joseph Vinoy (1800-1880), French General and Senator, Grand Chancellor of the National Order of the Legion of Honour. Photography Disderi, 19th century

Portrait of Henri-Pierre-Abdon (Henri Pierre Abdon) Castelnau (1814-1890), general francais
JEB4833198 Portrait of Henri-Pierre-Abdon (Henri Pierre Abdon) Castelnau (1814-1890), general francais. Photography Disderi, 19th century

"Under the Machine Guns" - Images of the Great War, before 1920 (lithograph)
DUV4222661 "Under the Machine Guns" - Images of the Great War, before 1920 (lithograph); 38.5x27.5 cm; (add.info.: The picture says everything)

PALAFOX, Jose Rebolledo of (1776-1847). Spanish military man, defender of Zaragoza in 1808. Portrait by Manuel Miranda
CUL4870380 PALAFOX, Jose Rebolledo of (1776-1847). Spanish military man, defender of Zaragoza in 1808. Portrait by Manuel Miranda. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. CASTILE-LA-MANCHA. Toledo

France, Lorraine, Meurthe-et-Moselle (54), Benamenil: A group of officers of the 81 th regiment pose in uniform with
LUX4809097 France, Lorraine, Meurthe-et-Moselle (54), Benamenil: A group of officers of the 81 th regiment pose in uniform with decoration, 1916; (add.info.: France, Lorraine)

France, Centre, Loir-et-Cher (41), Blois: decoration ceremony at the 113th regiment January 11, 1897
LUX4750724 France, Centre, Loir-et-Cher (41), Blois: decoration ceremony at the 113th regiment January 11, 1897; (add.info.: France, Centre, Loir-et-Cher (41)

First World War: France, drawn postcard showing the various French troops around their reward
LUX4736074 First World War: France, drawn postcard showing the various French troops around their reward: the cross of war with the title: honour to the brave

France, Studio portrait of a priest in sarcedotal clothing with a military medal, 1865
LUX4729391 France, Studio portrait of a priest in sarcedotal clothing with a military medal, 1865; (add.info.: France, Studio portrait of a priest in sarcedotal clothing with a military medal)

Order of Saint Gregoire the Great (Holy Siege) Vatican - Advertising chocolate Poulain, 1910
JAB4121115 Order of Saint Gregoire the Great (Holy Siege) Vatican - Advertising chocolate Poulain, 1910; (add.info.: Order of Saint Gregoire the Great (Holy Siege)

Military Cross (England) Advertising Chocolate Foal, 1910
JAB4121373 Military Cross (England) Advertising Chocolate Foal, 1910; (add.info.: Military Cross (England) Advertising Chocolate Foal, 1910); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

La legion d'Honneur. Advertising for chocolate foal, 1910
JAB4121714 La legion d'Honneur. Advertising for chocolate foal, 1910; (add.info.: La legion d'Honneur. Advertising for chocolate foal, 1910); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Orders of Chivalry: chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece 369, chain of the Order of Saint Michael 370
FLO4703244 Orders of Chivalry: chain of the Order of the Golden Fleece 369, chain of the Order of Saint Michael 370, chain of the Order of the Holy Spirit 371, cross of the Order of St

Portrait of Segismundo MORET Y PRENDERGAST (1838-1913), man of letters and Spanish politician, 19th century (painting)
AIS5361004 Portrait of Segismundo MORET Y PRENDERGAST (1838-1913), man of letters and Spanish politician, 19th century (painting); Ministry of Economy, Madrid

Studio portrait of Major General Libermann, 1890 - Marie Leon Paul LIBERMANN (1837-1923)
LUX4712553 Studio portrait of Major General Libermann, 1890 - Marie Leon Paul LIBERMANN (1837-1923); (add.info.: Studio portrait of Major General Libermann)

France, Poitou-Charentes, Charente-Maritime (17), Rochefort sur mer: Studio portrait of a gendarme with uniform
LUX4712658 France, Poitou-Charentes, Charente-Maritime (17), Rochefort sur mer: Studio portrait of a gendarme with uniform, badges, decoration and kepi, 1890; (add.info.: France, Poitou-Charentes)

Painted miniature, representing the portrait of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805)
MMM5475476 Painted miniature, representing the portrait of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805). Mounted on a gold and ivory pendant, circa 1806

British Royal Navy uniform, 1795-1812 model, worn by Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 1795-1812 (wool and silk)
MMM5475224 British Royal Navy uniform, 1795-1812 model, worn by Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 1795-1812 (wool and silk); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: British Royal Navy uniform)

Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 19th century (terracotta)
MMM5471463 Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 19th century (terracotta); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805)

Portrait of General Joseph de Vinoy Joseph (1800-1880), French military. Photograph of Disderi from a Business Card
JEB4834924 Portrait of General Joseph de Vinoy Joseph (1800-1880), French military. Photograph of Disderi from a Business Card Album

Portrait of General Francois Achille Bazaine (Francois-Achille, 1811-1888), French military
JEB4834898 Portrait of General Francois Achille Bazaine (Francois-Achille, 1811-1888), French military. Photograph of Disderi from a Business Card Album

France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Nord (59), Cambrai: General Donethy decorates Lieutenant Cormery of the 5th of battleshier
LUX4703903 France, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Nord (59), Cambrai: General Donethy decorates Lieutenant Cormery of the 5th of battleshier, 1888 - Au grand bon marche, feevrier frere, cafe bellevue

France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): old peasant woman posing at the door of her farm with pins on her blouse the 10
LUX4776783 France, Centre, Indre-et-Loire (37): old peasant woman posing at the door of her farm with pins on her blouse the 10 decorations of her son who died at war, 1920; (add.info.: France)

Emperor Napoleon I in 1813 - Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in 1813
NWI4943934 Emperor Napoleon I in 1813 - Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in 1813.; (add.info.: Emperor Napoleon I in 1813 - Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in 1813.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Albert de Teschen (1817-1895), Archduke Albecht of Austria, 1853 (lithograph)
UTD4917844 Albert de Teschen (1817-1895), Archduke Albecht of Austria, 1853 (lithograph); (add.info.: Albert de Teschen (1817-1895), (Albert de Habsbourg-Lorraine)

Edward Augustus Inglefield (1820-1894), 1894 (photo)
7340619 Edward Augustus Inglefield (1820-1894), 1894 (photo) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Detail of a British Royal Navy uniform, model from 1795-1812 (wool and silk and gold alloy embroidered decorations)
MMM5475203 Detail of a British Royal Navy uniform, model from 1795-1812 (wool and silk and gold alloy embroidered decorations); National Maritime Museum, London

British Royal Navy uniform, 1795-1812 model, worn by Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 1795-1812 (wool and silk)
MMM5475170 British Royal Navy uniform, 1795-1812 model, worn by Horatio Nelson (1758-1805), 1795-1812 (wool and silk); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: British Royal Navy uniform)

Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, c.1806 (marble bust)
MMM5475352 Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, c.1806 (marble bust) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Bust of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson (1758-1805)

Mons, Belgium, Photography of a priest in priesthood wearing a military medal, 1865
LUX4733129 Mons, Belgium, Photography of a priest in priesthood wearing a military medal, 1865; (add.info.: Mons, Belgium, Photography of a priest in priesthood wearing a military medal)

First World War: France, Postcard, photo of a caricature in modeling of William the Emperor of Germany
LUX4735652 First World War: France, Postcard, photo of a caricature in modeling of William the Emperor of Germany, holding the planisphere in his hand or mark Germania

Portrait of the Marechal Grove (1810-1861) Numa Blanc photography, 19th century
JEB4833266 Portrait of the Marechal Grove (1810-1861) Numa Blanc photography, 19th century.; (add.info.: Portrait of the Marechal Grove (1810-1861) Numa Blanc photography

LEON Y NAVARRETE, Diego Antonio de (1807-1841). Spanish military man. Spain (oil on canvas)
CUL4933326 LEON Y NAVARRETE, Diego Antonio de (1807-1841). Spanish military man. Spain (oil on canvas); Army Museum, Toledo, Spain; (add.info.: LEON Y NAVARRETE, Diego Antonio de (1807-1841)

First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing a portrait of Joffre entitled: 'JOffers the Victorious', 1915
LUX4739682 First World War: France, Patriotic Map showing a portrait of Joffre entitled: 'JOffers the Victorious'

Italy, Studio portrait of a man with seven military medals, 1865, Mr. Alfred Hartmann witness with great sympathy Mr
LUX4733757 Italy, Studio portrait of a man with seven military medals, 1865, Mr. Alfred Hartmann witness with great sympathy Mr

France, Portrait of a man with one hand and with a medal, 1860
LUX4733528 France, Portrait of a man with one hand and with a medal, 1860; (add.info.: France, Portrait of a man with one hand and with a medal, 1860); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): military decorations at the ceremony of 14 July 1919, 1919
LUX4811080 France, Ile-de-France, Paris (75): military decorations at the ceremony of 14 July 1919, 1919; (add.info.: France, Ile-de-France)

Brussels: Portrait of the Persian consul, 1877
LUX4712738 Brussels: Portrait of the Persian consul, 1877; (add.info.: Brussels: Portrait of the Persian consul, 1877); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

A child soldier presents the main French honorary decorations: Legion d'honneur (national order)
PCT4282657 A child soldier presents the main French honorary decorations: Legion d'honneur (national order) instituted by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, Medaille de Sainte-Helene (Sainte Helene)

British Royal Navy uniform, model 1795-1812, vice-admiral's coat, 1795-1812 (wool and silk)
MMM5475193 British Royal Navy uniform, model 1795-1812, vice-admiral's coat, 1795-1812 (wool and silk); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: British Royal Navy uniform)

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"Military Decoration: Honoring Bravery and Service Throughout History" Military decorations have long been a symbol of honor, valor, and sacrifice. From the distinguished Sir Winston Churchill receiving his military decoration in 1947 to the historic moment of Commander Alfred Dreyfus being rehabilitated with the Cross of the Legion of Honour in 1906, these awards hold great significance. Even renowned artists like Francisco de Goya captured moments when military decorations were bestowed upon individuals. In one painting, General Gillain confers the Cross of the Legion of Honour to Commander Dreyfus in a solemn ceremony held at the Paris Military School. Another artwork portrays Pierre von Biron, Duke of Courlande, proudly displaying his well-deserved accolades. Napoleon Bonaparte himself was no stranger to military honors. A captivating portrait showcases him adorned with medals as Emperor of France and King of Italy during the early 19th century. Likewise, Felice Baciocchi's portrait from 1806 captures his regal presence embellished with prestigious decorations. The Bonaparte family continued this tradition as seen through portraits such as Jerome Bonaparte and his daughter Mathilde donning their own impressive array of medals. Portraits like those depicting Jean Terford David or Joseph Bonaparte further emphasize how military decorations became an integral part of their identity. These symbols extend beyond Europe's borders; they resonate globally. Horatio Nelson's striking depiction from 1800 exemplifies how British naval heroes were also celebrated for their bravery on canvas while photographs capture poignant moments like a young member being decorated within Spain's Falange movement or General Viktor Dankl von Krasnik receiving recognition during World War I. Military decorations serve not only as visual reminders but also carry profound stories behind them—tales that speak volumes about courage, dedication, and selflessness displayed by those who wear them proudly on their chests. These honors are more than mere trinkets.