Officer Collection

Confederate surrender at Appomattox, 1865
General Lee surrenders his army to General Grant at Appomattox Court House, Virginia, 1865. Hand-colored woodcut reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

PC John Soanes wearing the new helmets which have been issued to officers in Essex, as he takes a last look at the old ones, 1969

JOSHUA L. CHAMBERLAIN (1828-1914). American educator. Photographed while a brigadier general in the Union Army in the Civil War, c1863

Lawrence of Arabia
British archaeologist, soldier, intelligence officer and writer, Thomas Edward Lawrence (1888-1935), known as Lawrence of Arabia. Seen here in RAF uniform on a Brough Superior SS100 motorbike

HORATIO NELSON (1758-1805). British naval officer. As Vice Admiral of the White. Oil on canvas, 1800, by Lemuel Francis Abbott

Search And Destroy
The second wave of combat helicopters of the 1st Air Cavalry Division fly over an RTO and his commander on an isolated landing zone during Operation Pershing

Police Officer London
Police officer on duty in London with a George Vi helmet plate Metropolitan Police

LAUREL AND HARDY, 1928. Stan Laurel, left, and Oliver Hardy with a police officer in the silent film Leave Them Laughing, 1928

COLDSTREAM GUARDS, 1914. Recruiting poster for His Majestys Coldstream Guards. Lithograph by Ernest Ibbetson, 1914

Grenadiers Mount Guard
Grenadier Guards mounting the Guard - the colours are handed to the officer in charge of the guard for the day; they will then be saluted, and the guard will march off with them

The Royal Logistic Corps. The Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) was formed in 1993, by the union of the following British Army corps: Royal Corps of Transport, Royal Army Ordnance Corps

General Lee and General Jackson before Chancellorsville, US Civil War
Confederate generals Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson conferring before the battle of Chancellorsville, 1863. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ju-Jitsu suffragette
If you want to earn some time throw a policeman! The Ju-Jitsu suffragette shows how a policeman may be tackled. Mrs Garrud, the well-known suffragette

Royal Scots Dragoon Guards & Gulf War Tank
A charge by the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards (Carabiners & Greys) and a Commanding Officers Tank of the same regiment in action during the First Gulf War in Iraq. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

British army advancing at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815
Duke of Wellington ordering the entire British line to advance at the Battle of Waterloo, 1815. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Police Officer / Children
Police officer giving directions to three boys with a three person bicycle pointing in the opposite direction Transport

LORD NELSON 1758 - 1805
HORATIO, LORD NELSON British naval officer

Wellington at Waterloo (colour litho)
1268536 Wellington at Waterloo (colour litho) by Hillingford, Robert Alexander (1825-1904); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley)

Metropolitan Police B Division on duty for football match
Officers of the Metropolitan Police B Division on duty for a football match between Fulham FC and West Ham United FC Reserves, competing for the Combination Cup

Policeman on BSA motorcycle, London
A Metropolitan Police officer riding a BSA motorcycle in London. The BSA could travel at up to 70 miles per hour

The Light Dragoons 1790 - 1992
The evolving uniform of The Light Dragoons. From Left - 13th Light Dragoons 1790, 18th Light Dragoons 1810, 13th/18th Royal Hussars (Queen Marys Own) 1930, The Light Dragoons 1st December 1992

Captain Noel Godfrey Chavasse, VC
Captain Noel G. Chavasse was Medical Officer to the 1/ 10th Battalion of the Kings Liverpool Regiment during the First World War

Nathan Bedford Forrest
Confederate General Nathan Bedford Forrest in the Civil War. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century photograph

Silver Cross advertisement
Advertisement for Silver Cross prams (or baby coaches), featuring an immaculately turned out young 1950s mother wearing an off the shoulder pink dress with pearls, heels and long yellow gloves

Mustafa Kemal Ataturk (1881 - 1938) a Turkish army officer, revolutionary statesman, and founder of the Republic of Turkey as well as its first President. A very rare image

The Staffordshire Regiment (Prince of Wales ) (or simply " Staffords" for short) was an infantry regiment of the British Army, part of the Prince of Wales Division

Sikh Soldier Ww1
A Sikh officer from India, fighting with the Allies in World War One

Masonic Regalia
The regalia and accoutrements appropriate to the dignity, puissance and authority of the Grand Officer of the Grand Lodge of England

Lawrence of Arabia
British archaeologist, soldier, intelligence officer and writer, Thomas Edward Lawrence (1888-1935), known as Lawrence of Arabia

Bernard Montgomery
Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery, 1st Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, (1887 1976), Montgomery was in command the 3rd division assault on Northern France in 1944

Promotional Recruitment card for the U. S. Navy
Promotional Recruitment card for the U. S. Naval Training Station, Great Lakes, Illinois. 2200 recruits under training have formed a giant anchor, with Rear Admiral John Downes US Navy

Titanic whistle and Turkish Bath ticket
1. The brass Thunderer whistle of HJ Pitman, 3rd Officer on the Titanic, with an inscribed label attached. 2. A Turkish Bath ticket

Police Officer & Triumph
Metropolitan Police officer on a Triumph motorcycle during World War II

Lawrence of Arabia
British archaeologist, soldier, intelligence officer and writer, Thomas Edward Lawrence (1888-1935), known as Lawrence of Arabia, in traditional Arab costume

General Ulysses S. Grant amid his service during The American Civil War

Caesar leading the Roman army across the Rubicon
Julius Caesar crossing the Rubicon to begin a civil war against Pompey, 49 BC. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Last Sleep of the Brave, Isandlwana, Zulu War, 1879 (oleograph)
5929357 A Last Sleep of the BraveA, Isandlwana, Zulu War, 1879 (oleograph) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Last Sleep of the BraveA, Isandlwana)

The Last Man, Hans Bohrdt - Propaganda - German navy officer
In 1915 Hans Bohrdt created his most famous illustration which is called " The Last Man". The image shows a German navy officer holding up a German flag as his ship sinks because he would

RSR 16th Battalion, Sussex Yeomanry, group photograph
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 4254 16th Batt Sussex Yeomanry/001 1906-1917 Postcard. See 001b for reverse

Metropolitan Police officer on traffic duty
A Metropolitan Police officer, PC Edward Ridout of Chelsea Police Station, on traffic duty. He is standing by a zebra crossing to help a little boy across the road

Shackleton Portrait
ERNEST SHACKLETON Naval officer and explorer of the Antarctic. Date: 1874 - 1922

T E Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) with camels
Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Edward Lawrence (aka Lawrence of Arabia, 1888-1935), British Army officer best known for his liaison role during the Arab Revolt against Ottoman Turkish rule of 1916-1918

Major James McCudden, Royal Flying Corps, WW1
Major James Thomas Byford McCudden (1895-1918), officer and pilot in the Royal Flying Corps during the First World War. He received more medals for gallantry than any other British airman serving in

Roosevelt and the Rough Riders on San Juan Hill, 1898
Colonel Roosevelt and Rough Riders where they charged over San Juan Hill, Spanish-American War. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a photograph

Soviet propaganda poster: a Red Army officer, fearing civil disorder during a strike, asks the citizens to hand in their weapons

UFO crash at Roswell, New Mexico
Irving Newton, Met. Officer at Roswell USAFB, New Mexico, holds debris of a supposed flying saucer found by rancher Mac Brazel, stated by the US Air Force to be a weather balloon

11th Hussars at Balaclava, Charge of the Light Brigade, Crimean War. Date: 1854

The Sortie Made by the Garrison of Gibraltar, 1789. Creator: John Trumbull
The Sortie Made by the Garrison of Gibraltar, 1789

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"From Lawrence of Arabia to Laurel and Hardy: Celebrating the Many Faces of an Officer" In the epic film Lawrence of Arabia, T. E. Lawrence emerges as a legendary officer whose strategic brilliance shaped history. Even in the comedic world, officers play a role. Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy's hilarious encounter with a police officer in Leave Them Laughing (1928) reminds us that humor knows no boundaries. The intensity of battle is captured in Search And Destroy, where brave officers lead their troops through treacherous terrain, exemplifying unwavering courage. Generals Lee and Jackson stand side by side before Chancellorsville during the US Civil War, showcasing the camaraderie and trust between two esteemed officers. Behind every successful military operation lies meticulous planning and coordination - thanks to The Royal Logistic Corps' dedicated officers who ensure supplies reach our forces on time. Witnessing Grenadiers Mount Guard at Buckingham Palace highlights how disciplined officers protect our cherished traditions with utmost dedication. Horatio Nelson's legacy as a British naval officer endures through his remarkable leadership skills displayed during critical battles like Trafalgar - forever etching his name into history books. Keeping London safe is no easy task, but our diligent police officers work tirelessly day and night to maintain law and order within this bustling metropolis. Lord Nelson's indomitable spirit lives on as we remember his heroic deeds that turned tides in favor of Britain during pivotal naval engagements across the globe. From Waterloo to countless conflicts thereafter, British army officers have fearlessly led their troops into battle - demonstrating resilience even amidst adversity. The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards' gallant presence alongside Gulf War tanks symbolizes modern-day warfare where armored units rely on skilled officers for tactical guidance. The Light Dragoons' rich heritage spanning over two centuries showcases how dedicated officers have adapted to changing times, ensuring the cavalry's continued relevance.