Riflemen Collection

Battle of the Pyrenees, 1813. Watercolour by Richard Simkin. The 95th Rifles (now Rifle Brigade) Pyrenees, 1813. Associated with the Peninsular War (1808-1814). Date: 1813

Peninsular War, with riflemen of 95th Reg
An action during the Peninsular War, with riflemen of 95th (Rifle) Regiment acting as snipers, 1810 (c).Watercolour attributed to Denis Dighton

Rifle Brigade in position, Western Front - WWI
The First Battalion of the British Rifle Brigade in position close to the German trenches under shell fire - WWI. Date: circa 1915

Shooting at Bisley
Riflemen shooting at Bisley range

Four riflemen in action. 1868

The Final Repulse of the Neapolitans, 1860 (engraving)
1579624 The Final Repulse of the Neapolitans, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Final Repulse of the Neapolitans, during the Battle on the Volturno)

Sharpshooters behind a parapet, 1832, (1833). Creator: Auguste Raffet
Sharpshooters behind a parapet, 1832, (1833). Logement des tirailleurs du 19eme leger - Etabli sur le flanc droit de la Contre-garde'

Royal Marines Uniforms 1790-1807, c. 1924 (w / c on paper)
3244608 Royal Marines Uniforms 1790-1807, c.1924 (w/c on paper) by Huen, Victor (1874-1939); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK; eNational Museum of the Royal Navy; French

Latvian Riflemen Monument, Riga, Latvia

A surprise for the Arabs in Tripolitania (colour litho)
2808772 A surprise for the Arabs in Tripolitania (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A surprise for the Arabs in Tripolitania)

The Spanish-American War (litho)
1063606 The Spanish-American War (litho) by Dadd, S.T. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Spanish-American War)

Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck (chromolitho)
735944 Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riflemen in Brixen im Thale and view of Innsbruck)

The Recent Countryside Maneuvers, A Characteristic Attack by Cycling Bersaglieri (colour litho)
2798589 The Recent Countryside Maneuvers, A Characteristic Attack by Cycling Bersaglieri (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The national monument to the Bersagliere inaugurated in Rome in the presence of the King... (colour litho)
2783631 The national monument to the Bersagliere inaugurated in Rome in the presence of the King... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Constantine, Algeria - Caserne des Zouaves
Souvenir Greetings postcard from Constantine, Algeria - the two inset photographs show a pair of Algerian Tirailleurs (Sharp-shooters - riflemen) and the Porte de la Casbah (Gate of the Kasbah)

Moroccan riflemen and a French officer during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris
697597 Moroccan riflemen and a French officer during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont, Jules (1863-1931); eGalerie Bilderwelt; French

Moroccan riflemen and a French officer at the edge of the village during the Battle of
697589 Moroccan riflemen and a French officer at the edge of the village during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont

Religious procession attacked by the anticlericals of Fabriano and defended and protected by Bersaglieri
2815450 Religious procession attacked by the anticlericals of Fabriano and defended and protected by Bersaglieri and Carabinieri (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

The War in Crimea (engraving)
2785673 The War in Crimea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Crimea)

The Bersaglieri Occupy, After A Brilliant Action, Some Chinese Forts At The End Of The Great Wall (Colour Litho)
2798362 The Bersaglieri Occupy, After A Brilliant Action, Some Chinese Forts At The End Of The Great Wall (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Tirailleurs on guard in the trenches, Battle of Inkerman
Tirailleurs (riflemen) on guard in the trenches during the Battle of Inkerman, Crimean War, 5 November 1854. 1854

Four riflemen. 1868

Bombardment of Bomarsund (engraving)
1607565 Bombardment of Bomarsund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bombardment of Bomarsund. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 July 1854)

Belfry House with tirailleurs, Battle of Inkerman, Crimea
Belfry House with tirailleurs (riflemen), and trenches on the right, Battle of Inkerman, Crimean War, 5 November 1854. 1854

The Soudan Advance, Commander the Honourable C Keppel, DSO, on his Gun-Boat the "Zaffir"reconnoitring Osman
1615479 The Soudan Advance, Commander the Honourable C Keppel, DSO, on his Gun-Boat the " Zaffir" reconnoitring Osman Dignas Position at Shendy (litho) by English School

Tirailleur Francais et Chevau Leger de l Armee du Pacha de Rhodes
1275088 Tirailleur Francais et Chevau Leger de l Armee du Pacha de Rhodes, or The Evolutions of French Mounted Riflemen, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1799 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Riflemen from Senegal during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris
697596 Riflemen from Senegal during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont, Jules (1863-1931); eGalerie Bilderwelt; French, out of copyright

The moving American receptions to the representatives of the Italian Army (colour litho)
2808736 The moving American receptions to the representatives of the Italian Army (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Riflemen, pioneers and supply troops of European armies (colour litho)
3630304 Riflemen, pioneers and supply troops of European armies (colour litho) by Knotel, Richard (1857-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riflemen, pioneers and supply troops of European armies)

Moroccan riflemen and a French officer at the edge of the village during the Battle of
697590 Moroccan riflemen and a French officer at the edge of the village during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont

Riflemen waiting for a train (engraving)
969409 Riflemen waiting for a train (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Riflemen waiting for a train)

Moroccan riflemen and two French officers during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris
697594 Moroccan riflemen and two French officers during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont, Jules (1863-1931); eGalerie Bilderwelt; French

British Army riflemen of the early 19th century: Soldier of the 60th Royal American Foot
693315 British Army riflemen of the early 19th century: Soldier of the 60th Royal American Foot standing, and soldier from the 95th Rifle Regiment kneeling (colour litho) by Smith

Sketches at the Volunteer Sham-Fight on Easter Monday (engraving)
1105631 Sketches at the Volunteer Sham-Fight on Easter Monday (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Volunteer Sham-Fight on Easter Monday)

The Dutch Army Manoeuvres, Scenes and Incidents in the Field (chromolitho)
1042745 The Dutch Army Manoeuvres, Scenes and Incidents in the Field (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dutch Army Manoeuvres)

With the Nile Expedition, the Main Attack at Dawn on the Dervish Position at the Battle of Firket (engraving)
1051354 With the Nile Expedition, the Main Attack at Dawn on the Dervish Position at the Battle of Firket (engraving) by Dadd

The 2nd Battalion, The Kings African Rifles, on parade, 1914 (b / w photo)
2829267 The 2nd Battalion, The Kings African Rifles, on parade, 1914 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright

On the heels of the enemy en route (colour litho)
2808742 On the heels of the enemy en route (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the heels of the enemy en route)

The victorious assault of the Bersaglieri cyclists of the 3rd, 4th and 11th battalions at Quota 85
2777574 The victorious assault of the Bersaglieri cyclists of the 3rd, 4th and 11th battalions at Quota 85, near Monfalcone (colour litho) by Beltrame

Sardinian Riflemen (engraving)
2785636 Sardinian Riflemen (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sardinian Riflemen)

Riflemen from Algeria in a camp during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris
697593 Riflemen from Algeria in a camp during the Battle of the Marne east of Paris, September 1914 (autochrome) by Gervais-Courtellemont, Jules (1863-1931); eGalerie Bilderwelt; French

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French riflemen. From a series of lithographs by Clement
543090 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: French riflemen. From a series of lithographs by Clement August Andrieux on the Gardes Nationales

Battle of the Pyrenees, 1813, 1900 (w / c on paper)
NAM261105 Battle of the Pyrenees, 1813, 1900 (w/c on paper) by Simkin, Richard (1840-1926); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The 95th Rifles; ); eNational Army Museum; English

An action during the Peninsular War, with riflemen of 95th (Rifle
1772214 An action during the Peninsular War, with riflemen of 95th (Rifle) Regiment acting as snipers, c.1810 (w/c on paper) by Dighton, Denis (1792-1827) (attr)

Cavalry and Infantry of the Sardinian Army (engraving)
1608365 Cavalry and Infantry of the Sardinian Army (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavalry and Infantry of the Sardinian Army)

Infantry of the French Republic (engraving)
957982 Infantry of the French Republic (engraving) by Jacquemin, Raphael (1821-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Infantry of the French Republic. Rifleman and grenadier, 1792-99)

The Senegalese Riflemen, c. 1890 (oil on canvas)
LSE1123241 The Senegalese Riflemen, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Perret, Marius (1853-1900); 27x35 cm; Private Collection; Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright

Riflemen 1887 Edouard Detaille French 1848-1912
Riflemen, 1887. Edouard Detaille (French, 1848-1912). Color photogravure of drawing enhanced with roulette; sheet: 46 x 33.1 cm (18 1/8 x 13 1/16 in.); image: 29.7 x 21.3 cm (11 11/16 x 8 3/8 in.)

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In the annals of history, riflemen have always held a prominent place on the battlefield. From the Battle of the Pyrenees in 1813 to their position on the Western Front during World War I, these skilled marksmen have proven their worth time and again. During the Peninsular War, it was the riflemen of the 95th Regiment who showcased their exceptional skills. Their accuracy and precision were unmatched as they took aim at enemy forces with deadly intent. Not limited to warfare alone, it also displayed their expertise in shooting competitions such as Bisley. Here, marksmanship became an art form as four riflemen demonstrated their prowess with each shot hitting its intended target. The Latvian Riflemen Monument stands tall in Riga, Latvia, paying homage to those brave individuals who fought for freedom and independence. It serves as a reminder of their unwavering dedication and sacrifice. In Tripolitania, a surprise awaited Arab forces when confronted by riflemen armed with advanced weaponry. The element of surprise combined with expert marksmanship turned the tide in favor of those defending against aggression. From lithographs depicting scenes from The Spanish-American War to chromolithos showcasing riflemen in Brixen im Thale and Innsbruck, these images capture moments frozen in time - testaments to valor and bravery. Even cycling bersaglieri left an indelible mark on military history during countryside maneuvers. With characteristic attacks that caught enemies off guard, they proved that mobility coupled with sharpshooting could be a formidable force on any battleground. In Constantine's Caserne des Zouaves in Algeria or at national monuments inaugurated amidst regal splendor in Rome before kings – wherever they stood –riflemen embodied courage personified. They represented not only soldiers but also symbols of honor for nations proud of their defenders' achievements. Through countless battles and conflicts spanning centuries, they have left an indelible mark on the pages of history.