Volunteer Collection (page 9)

Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Needles Hallowell, c. 1863-65 (sepia print)
2905952 Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Needles Hallowell, c.1863-65 (sepia print) by American Photographer, (19th century); 8.5x5.5 cm; Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston, MA

Kitcheners volunteer army, British WWI postcard, 1914-18 (colour litho)
700891 Kitcheners volunteer army, British WWI postcard, 1914-18 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Capitani della Misericordia, 1386 (fresco) (detail)
VLS77014 Capitani della Misericordia, 1386 (fresco) (detail) by Gerini, Niccolo di Pietro (fl.1368-1415); Museo del Bigallo, Florence

Expedition of the Thousand under the leadership of Giuseppe Garibaldi, landing at Marsala
REV287627 Expedition of the Thousand under the leadership of Giuseppe Garibaldi, landing at Marsala, Sicily, 1860, illustration from an album on the history of Risorgimento made for the chocolate

Federal recruiting poster for the 36th Regiment, New York volunteers (colour litho)
PNP270114 Federal recruiting poster for the 36th Regiment, New York volunteers (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Volunteers Ponies, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho)
BAL143066 The Volunteers Ponies, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho) by Captain Clive Dixon (fl.1900); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Portrait of Loef Vredericx as an Ensign, 1626 (oil on panel)
5863970 Portrait of Loef Vredericx as an Ensign, 1626 (oil on panel) by Keyser, Thomas de (1596/7-1667); 92.5x69 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague

Flintlock musket, Thoresby Volunteers, Nottinghamshire, c. 1803 (musket, flintlock)
5929999 Flintlock musket, Thoresby Volunteers, Nottinghamshire, c.1803 (musket, flintlock) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Flintlock musket)

Blunderbuss with spring bayonet issued to Irish Volunteers, c. c
5929158 Blunderbuss with spring bayonet issued to Irish Volunteers, c.c.1815 (blunderbuss, flintlock) by Wood, Joseph (1778-1830); National Army Museum

Wooden practice sword, 1796 (sword, practice)
5929287 Wooden practice sword, 1796 (sword, practice) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Wooden practice sword, 1796)

Socket bayonet, Thoresby Volunteers, Nottinghamshire, 1803 circa (metal)
5926942 Socket bayonet, Thoresby Volunteers, Nottinghamshire, 1803 circa (metal) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Socket bayonet, Thoresby Volunteers)

St Georges Volunteers charging down Bond Street
5925882 A St GeorgeAs Volunteers charging down Bond Street, after clearing the Ring in Hyde Park, and Storming the Dunghill at MarlyboneA (etching) by Gillray

Flintlock rifled carbine made by Henry Nock, 1800 circa
5923459 Flintlock rifled carbine made by Henry Nock, 1800 circa by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Flintlock rifled carbine, 1800 circa)

The Volunteer lying inside the Bar of Kowie River, Port Alfred, near Grahams Town, Cape Colony (engraving)
1620156 The Volunteer lying inside the Bar of Kowie River, Port Alfred, near Grahams Town, Cape Colony (engraving) by English School

Yacht-Race for the America Cup, Trial-Race (16 September) between the American Yachts Mayflower and Volunteer
1591435 Yacht-Race for the America Cup, Trial-Race (16 September) between the American Yachts Mayflower and Volunteer, the Thistle in Company (engraving) by English School

Page from The American Tour of Messrs Brown, Jones and Robinson (engraving)
3648726 Page from The American Tour of Messrs Brown, Jones and Robinson (engraving) by Doyle, Richard (1824-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for The American Tour of Messrs Brown)

Alderman Sir George Hussey, 1901 (oil on canvas)
3091093 Alderman Sir George Hussey, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Herkomer, Hubert von (1849-1914); 125.7x99 cm; Southampton City Art Gallery, Hampshire

Militia enrollment at the City Council hall, St Petersburg, March 1917 (b / w photo)
833369 Militia enrollment at the City Council hall, St Petersburg, March 1917 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Picture postcard of a volunteer serving troops out of a Red Cross Clubmobile"
A picture postcard of African-American volunteers in a Red Cross " Clubmobile" serving coffee to U.S. servicemen. The text above the image reads: [PASSED BY U. S. ARMY CENSOR No. 21 E. T

After the command of "Left Turn"
Cheng Chang

Voluntariness
Tolga Ulutas

The Mechanised Transport Corps, a British womens organisation that initially provided its own transport and uniforms and operated during the Second World War

Russian volunteers enlisting for The Volunteer Force. This picture taken when Russia had joined the Allies in fighting Germany

In a recent exercise in the Southern Command, members of the Home Guard collaborated with units of the Royal Marines and a squadron of Polish pilots

A very interesting exercise, involving some three to four hundred Home Guards, recently took place in a mining area in the North of England

A War Office Travelling School is touring the country, instructing home guards. Pictures taken in the Eastern Command. A demonstrator shows how to use a sticky bomb. August 1941

ARP workers taking part in the march past, in Hyde Park, where the King took salute when 20, 000 of National Service Volunteers marched past. 2nd July 1939

St John Ambulance Volunteers carrying a fan at a Duran Duran concert. Villa Park, Birmingham. 23rd July 1983

Parade of civilian police force. 11th March 1912

Medals for Special Constables. Some 5, 500 officers and men of the Metropolitan Special Constabulary were recipients of the Long Service Medal

Enrolling special constables during strike. London citizens rally to the call for volunteers. Pictured, special constables receive their armlets

Sir E Ward inspects Specials. Between 1, 500 and 1, 700 specials of the N Division are inspected by Sir Edward Ward on the grounds of the Drapers School at Tottenham

Colonel Reay C B E inspecting the Post Office Special Constabulary reserves at Kensington Palace. 10th July 1921

Rail Strike. A lorry load of special constables who have been called up for duty, driving to Lots Road, Fulham, to guard the power station. 5th October 1919

Former RAF pilot Les De Faye is reunited with his beloved fighter planes, more than 40 years after retiring as a pilot, as he begins work as a volunteer at the Midland Air Museum at Coventry Airport

Wringing out the old... nine-year-olds Victoria Clegg (left) and Mary Claydon help out on a monster clear-up at TP Woods, Marsh

Beatrice Cole from South London June 1999, doing Voluntary Service at Goldsmith Primary School in Peckham - she is a Millennium Volunteer - Government Millennium Volunteers Award Scheme

British Red Cross Meals on Wheels June 1946 Mrs Emily Hart taking part in her midday meal from the Red Cross helper in Friendly Street, London

Coronation of King George VI. St Johns Ambulance workers treating injured people in the crowd at Trafalgar Square, awaiting the procession. 12th May 1937

15 year-old schoolgirl Elaine Smith from Edwin Swain School in Chesterfield, working at Chesterfield Royal Infirmary as a flu epidemic volunteer with children. December 1969 Z12540-001

15 year-old schoolgirl Elaine Smith from Edwin Swain School in Chesterfield, working at Chesterfield Royal Infirmary as a flu epidemic volunteer with children. December 1969 Z12540

Launch of Peel Lifeboat. 15th August 1913

The Hiring of the Troops, c. 1614. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Hiring of the Troops, c. 1614

Goodyear Blimp NC-8A Volunteer in the late 1930s Volunteer (I) (NC-8A)First flight: April 27, 1929Volume: 86, 000 cu. ft.Length: 128 ft.Diameter: 36 ft.Engines

French aristocrats volunteer to join the army of the Republic Date: circa 1792

Soldiers Enlisting to Defend the Faith agains the Turks, from L Idea di un Principe ed Eroe Cristiano in Francesco I d Este, di Modena e Reggio Duca VIII [...], 1659

Military Mail and Volunteer Review 1903

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"Volunteer: A Legacy of Courage and Service" In the tumultuous history of our world, the spirit of volunteerism has shone brightly through various chapters. From the UVF - Ulster Volunteer Force Poster to Gun Running by Ulster Volunteer Force, individuals have stepped forward selflessly to protect their communities and fight for what they believe in. During WW2, brave souls like the AFS despatch rider and messenger risked their lives on the frontlines, ensuring vital messages reached those who needed them most. The Acton Volunteer Fire Brigade with appliances battled against raging flames during the Blitz in London, embodying resilience amidst chaos. Even in times of civil unrest such as the CIVIL WAR: UNION SOLDIER era, volunteers like Union soldiers armed themselves with rifles and bayonets to defend their nation's unity. Their unwavering dedication captured in a photograph from c1862 serves as a testament to their sacrifice. Women too played an integral role during wartime; Women of Britain - World War Two poster stands as a reminder that female volunteers contributed significantly towards victory. Similarly, World War I recruitment posters called upon men from all walks of life to join forces for a common cause. The Royal Proclamation 1914 echoed throughout nations, inspiring countless individuals to become part of something greater than themselves. Organizations like First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (FANY) provided essential medical aid on battlefields where every second counted. Through powerful recruitment posters urging citizens into action, societies rallied together under one banner – volunteerism. These images served not only as calls for help but also symbols representing unity and strength during challenging times. From UVF gun runners protecting their community's interests to courageous firefighters battling infernos or soldiers defending freedom – these diverse examples remind us that volunteering is more than just lending a hand; it is an embodiment of bravery and selflessness etched into our collective memory forever.