Old Guard Collection

The soldiers of the Old Guard trained their dogs to salute the Emperor, who returned their salutes, 1805 (colour litho)
3100890 The soldiers of the Old Guard trained their dogs to salute the Emperor, who returned their salutes, 1805 (colour litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville

Montenegrin of the Old Guard
3521703 Montenegrin of the Old Guard'; (add.info.: Montenegrin of the Old Guard'. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Napoleonic Wars, 1804-1815 (colour litho)
5207760 The Napoleonic Wars, 1804-1815 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Napoleonic Wars, 1804-1815)

The Old Guard at Waterloo (colour photogravure)
3657078 The Old Guard at Waterloo (colour photogravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Guard at Waterloo)

Napoleon leading the Old Guard (engraving)
5227576 Napoleon leading the Old Guard (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon leading the Old Guard)

Napoleon and the Old Guard (engraving)
1601450 Napoleon and the Old Guard (engraving) by Crofts, Ernest (1847-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon and the Old Guard)

Waterloo June 18th 1815: The Old Guard, illustration from
3082744 Waterloo June 18th 1815: The Old Guard, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, 1915 (litho) by Woodville

Defeated for the first time, at a place know to geography as Waterloo, but to history as betryal
3100866 Defeated for the first time, at a place know to geography as Waterloo, but to history as betryal. That day, Cambronne gave his last word

The Old Guard passing through the Temporary Washington Memorial Arch at Washington Inaugural Celebration in 1889
5215262 The Old Guard passing through the Temporary Washington Memorial Arch at Washington Inaugural Celebration in 1889 (b/w photo) by American Photographer

Napoleon and his Grenadiers (litho)
3626556 Napoleon and his Grenadiers (litho) by Job, pseudonym for Onfray de Breville, Jacques (1858-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Napoleon and his Grenadiers.); © Look and Learn

Napoleons farewell at Fontainebleau, 20 April 1814, 1835 (oil on canvas)
470220 Napoleons farewell at Fontainebleau, 20 April 1814, 1835 (oil on canvas) by Beaufort, G. (fl.1835); 17.8x23.5 cm; Breamore House, Hampshire

Death of the Duke of Wellington (engraving)
1618430 Death of the Duke of Wellington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Duke of Wellington)

Napoleons farewell to the Old Guard at Fontainbleau, April 20, 1814 after his first abdication. Napoleon Bonaparte, 1769-1821, Emperor of the French

Napoleons Old Guard Charges At Battle Of Waterloo
Engraving depicting the last charge of Napoleons Old Guard at The Battle of Waterloo, Belgium, June 18, 1815. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Napoleon I (1769-1821) returning from Elba on 6th March 1815, 1833 (litho) (b / w photo)
XIR326599 Napoleon I (1769-1821) returning from Elba on 6th March 1815, 1833 (litho) (b/w photo) by Bellange, Joseph-Louis Hippolyte (1800-66) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Napoleon I (1769-1821) arriving at the Tuileries on 20th March 1815, Paris, engraved by Roemhild
XIR326600 Napoleon I (1769-1821) arriving at the Tuileries on 20th March 1815, Paris, engraved by Roemhild (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Republique Francais, engraved by Jacques Louis Copia, 1797 / 98 (engraving)
XKH155057 Republique Francais, engraved by Jacques Louis Copia, 1797/98 (engraving) by Fragonard, Alexandre Evariste (1780-1850) (after); Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; French

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"The Unyielding Loyalty and Valor of the Old Guard: From Saluting Dogs to Defining Moments in History" Step back in time and witness the unwavering dedication of the soldiers known as the Old Guard. Trained with utmost precision, their dogs stood at attention, saluting their revered Emperor, who reciprocated this unique gesture during the year 1805. This captivating color lithograph captures a bond between man and beast that transcends ordinary military customs. Another vivid color lithograph transports us to Moscow during Lenin's reign, where his trusted old guard met a tragic fate. Executed for their unwavering loyalty, these brave souls paid the ultimate price for their commitment to a cause they believed in. The image serves as a haunting reminder of sacrifice amidst political turmoil. Travel further back in time to witness one of history's most tumultuous periods - The Napoleonic Wars from 1804-1815. A mesmerizing color litho depicts Napoleon leading his formidable Old Guard into battle at Waterloo. Their presence on that fateful day would forever be etched into history books as an emblem of courage and resilience. An enchanting photogravure captures another poignant moment at Waterloo - The Old Guard standing tall amidst chaos and uncertainty. Their unwavering determination shines through as they face adversity head-on, embodying honor even in defeat. Engravings showcasing Napoleon alongside his loyal Old Guard transport us deeper into this era marked by unyielding camaraderie and indomitable spirit. These depictions immortalize moments when leaders found solace among warriors who shared not only battles but also unbreakable bonds forged on countless fields of strife. Intriguingly titled "Defeated for the first time, " a vibrant color lithograph takes us to Waterloo once more - a place synonymous with both geographical significance and historical betrayal.