Military Manoeuvres Collection (#2)

Military Manoeuvres at Frensham, near Aldershot, Royal Horse Artillery galloping into Position (engraving)
1603442 Military Manoeuvres at Frensham, near Aldershot, Royal Horse Artillery galloping into Position (engraving) by Wollen

The Military Manoeuvres in Sussex (litho)
1042531 The Military Manoeuvres in Sussex (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Manoeuvres in Sussex)

The Military Manoeuvres, a Charge of the 8th Hussars scatters the Crowd (engraving)
1063007 The Military Manoeuvres, a Charge of the 8th Hussars scatters the Crowd (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Manoeuvres)

The Military Manoeuvres (litho)
1062981 The Military Manoeuvres (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Manoeuvres)

The Military Manoeuvres and the Camera, Scenes in the Camps of Churn and Crookham (b / w photo)
1062949 The Military Manoeuvres and the Camera, Scenes in the Camps of Churn and Crookham (b/w photo) by English photographer

The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire (engraving)
1063005 The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire)

The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire (engraving)
1063004 The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Military Manoeuvres in Berkshire)

Grand Siege Operations at Chatham, on Tuesday Last (engraving)
1100725 Grand Siege Operations at Chatham, on Tuesday Last (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Siege Operations at Chatham, on Tuesday Last)

The Imperial Guard Manoeuvring in the Presence of the Two Emperors at Tilsit, 28 June 1807. On 25 June 1807, Napoleon and Alexander I of Russia met on a raft in the middle of the river Neman in

Epilogue: The Commanding Officer sums up, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Epilogue: The Commanding Officer sums up, 1941. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Pattern of resistance, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Pattern of resistance, 1941. Soldiers on the battlefield. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Giants stride, 1941. Artist: Cecil Beaton
Giants stride, 1941. An armoured vehicle pushing through a lake whilst army motorcyclists sit on the perimeter. From Air of Glory, by Cecil Beaton. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1941]

Plan of the Battle of Hasheen, (March 20, 1885), c1885. Episode of the Mahdist War (1881-1899). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Battle of Kirbekian, (February 10, 1885), c1885. Episode of the Mahdist War (1881-1899). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Battle of Abu Kru, (January 19, 1885), c1885. Episode of the Mahdist War (1881-1899). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Sketch-Map of the Movements from January 17-21, 1885, c1885. Episode of the Mahdist War (1881-1899). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Bombardment of Alexandria, (July 11, 1882), c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War, (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Courtyard of the Castle, Dublin, 19th century

Troops on skis on alpine manoeuvres, Norway, 1902. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 16th February 1902

French Army bicycle corps in a square on manoeuvres, France, 1897. Artist: Henri Meyer
French Army bicycle corps in a square on manoeuvres, France, 1897. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 26th September 1897

French cavalry fording a river, 1896. Artist: Frederic Lix
French cavalry fording a river, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 6th September 1896

French bicycle corp on military maneuvers, 1896. Artist: Henri Meyer
French bicycle corp on military maneuvers, 1896. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 20th September 1896

The Attack on the Malakoff, (8th September 1855), 1900. Artist: William Simpson
The Attack on the Malakoff, (8th September 1855), 1900

Mail delivery before the grand military manoeuvers, 1893. Artist: Henri Meyer
Mail delivery before the grand military maneuvers, 1893. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 23rd September 1893

Winter Palace, Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1891. Artist: F Meaulle
Winter Palace, Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1891. A print from the Le Petit Journal, 14th March 1891

The attack on Valparaiso, the Chilean Revolution, 1891. A print from a supplement to the Le Petit Journal, 13th June 1891

The Troop Parade during the Grand Parade, Tuileries Palace, 19th century

Title page of Napoleon 1er et la Garde Imperiale, 1859. Artist: Auguste Raffet
Title page of Napoleon 1er et la Garde Imperiale, 1859

Marine, 1859. Artist: Auguste Raffet
Marine, 1859. A depiction of French Military attire from the book Napoleon 1er et la Garde Imperiale, by Eugene Fieffe, 1859

Marconi Shares Scandal, 1913. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Marconi Shares Scandal, 1913. In 1911 the British government decided to award a contract to the Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company to erect state-owned radio stations across the British Empire

Parade of the Troops during the Grand Parade, Tuileries Palace, 19th century

Installation of the Government at Tuileries, 19th century

Passage du Col Teniah, conquest of Algeria, 12th May 1840, France 19C
Passage du Col Teniah, conquest of Algeria, 12th May 1840, France 19th century. Colour Lithograph. Private collection

French military maneuvers, fording a river, 1898. Artist: Henri Meyer
French military maneuvers, fording a river, 1898. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 9th October 1898

Fighting Figures, 1844-1924. Artist: Anatole France
Fighting Figures, 1844-1924

Crossing St Bernard, 15 May, 1800. Napoleon directing his troops through the Saint Bernard pass in the Alps. One of Bonapartes first aims was to regain the territories lost in Italy

Military multicycle by Singer & Co, 1887. 12 men riding the machine, which was put through trials by the British War Department, with an ammunition wagon at the rear

Arms of Precision, 1878. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Arms of Precision, 1878. The setting is a Sham Fight, Aldershot.The Brigade Major is saying to the Officer of Artillery: If you Fire by the Compass due South, at a range of Two Miles

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"Military Manoeuvres: A Glimpse into the Art of Warfare" Step back in time and witness the intricate dance throughout history. From the valiant Mousquetaires Noirs donning their petite tenue during 1814-15, as depicted by Eugene Titeux's masterful brushstrokes, to Auguste Raffet's portrayal of Chasseurs a Cheval, the light cavalry that epitomized swift and agile tactics in 1859. Traveling further east, we find ourselves amidst royalty as The German Emperor and Empress grace Russia with their presence at Krasnoe Selo, bearing witness to awe-inspiring Military Manoeuvres. Captured in lithographic form, this momentous occasion symbolizes international cooperation and strategic prowess. Venturing across borders onto the Continent itself, an engraving showcases The Military Manoeuvres on foreign soil. This depiction serves as a testament to nations honing their skills through joint exercises while fostering camaraderie among soldiers from diverse backgrounds. Delving deeper into camp life, chromolitho brings us "The Military Manoeuvres Notes, " offering insights into the meticulous planning behind these grand spectacles. Here lies evidence of countless hours spent strategizing every move for maximum efficiency and effectiveness. In another corner of history lies HRH examining the Sussex Armoured Train; a lithograph capturing not only technological advancements but also emphasizing how military manoeuvres adapt with changing times. Innovation meets tradition as old methods are juxtaposed against new technologies. Aldershot becomes our next destination where an engraving unveils "Military Manoeuvres" presenting a sham fight - an elaborate display showcasing tactical brilliance rather than actual conflict. This spectacle mesmerizes spectators while serving as a reminder that war is not merely about brute force but also calculated finesse. Across vast oceans lie Bermuda's enchanting shores, where military manoeuvres take on a tropical backdrop.