Weaponry Collection

Modern era. Arquebusier. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

Scotland forever, by Elizabeth Southerden Thompson, oil on canvas, 1881
Elizabeth Southerden Thompson, Lady Butler (1846-1933), Scotland forever, 1881, oil on canvas

The Scales of Justice above the Old Bailey Law Courts, Inns of Court, London, England, UK

Da Vincis crossbow. Late 19th Century reproduction of a page from a notebook written by Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), showing his design for a giant crossbow. Published circa 1894-1904

Sectional view of a Mills grenade, WW1
Drawing reproduced from a German weekly newspaper article which gave particulars of British and Russian hand grenades. Figs. 1, 2, 3 & 4 illustrate the Mills grenade. Date: 1918

The Subzeppmarinellin by Heath Robinson, WW1 cartoon
The subzeppmarinellin for making sure of your enemy. All bases covered with this combined submarine and zeppelin from the imagination of William Heath Robinson during the First World War. Date: c.1916

First English Civil War: Siege of Lathom House, 1644
Royalist stronghold Lathom House in Lancashire defies Parlimentarian pressure and raises the royal standard. The ensuing siege lasted three months, but was eventually lifted

Wheal Coates Mine, St. Agnes, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chuqui open-pit copper mine, 4km long, 720m d eep, trucks each carrying 300t of ore, Chuquicamata, Calama, Chile, South America

Ancient Assyrian Costume
ANCIENT ASSYRIA Weaponry and armour of Warriors, the King in his court regalia and ready for battle and the costume of his body guard. Date: B.C

British Army Airspeed Horsa Glider Force
circa 1944: Four British Army Airspeed Horsa gliders with their tails detached for unloading and a Waco Hadrian glider all safely landed in a field

MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System) Vehicles at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan
M270 MLRS (Multiple Launch Rocket System) vehicles at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan. The 227mm American designed Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)

Abyssinian Warriors - Ethiopia Date: circa 1930s

British artillery men with shells, WW1
British gunners posed with a large pile of 18 pr. field-gun shells which, according to The Sphere, " are to pound German trenches level with the earth." Date: 1916

How submarines fire torpedoes, 1939
Drawing to explain how a British submarines twelve torpedoes are fired. Here six torpoedoes are shown in their tubes, and a further six are in storage and have, when required

Savoy Cavalry Charge, by G F Gonzaga, 1942
G. F. Gonzaga, Savoy Cavalry Charge, 1942

World War II battle for Senio River in Italy, a flamethrower
Vintage World War II photograph - 8th Army battle for the Senio River in Italy, a flamethrower in action

Three Swords of State - Crown Jewels. The Sword of State, The Jewelled State Sword, Curtana - the sword of Mercy. Date: 1936

Two Eritrean Warriors - Eritrea, East Africa
circa 1910s

The Xinhai Revolution, also known as the Chinese Revolution or the Revolution of 1911, was a revolution that overthrew Chinas last imperial dynasty (the Qing dynasty)

Sudan - A group of Hadendoa Warriors. The Hadendoa is the name of a nomadic subdivision of the Beja people, known for their support of the Mahdiyyah rebellion during the 1880s to 1890s

Mississippi, Vicksburg City, Welcome Sign Mural & Canon
2030-308513-01

Mississippi, Vicksburg, Canon Display at The Vicksburg National Military Park
2030-308537-01

Bermuda, National Museum of Bermuda At The Royal Naval Dockyard

Florida, St Augustine, Castillo de San Marcos

Louisiana, New Orleans, Washington Artillery Park

Anti aircraft machine gun on a submarine boat. These machine guns were used for close range use, as the war planes got closer and closer to their targets. Picture taken during training

Anti aircraft gun and army unit in the Hull and Yorkshire, or East Riding, area of England during World War Two. Anti-aircraft warfare or counter-air defence is defined by NATO as " all measures

Three Shilluk Warriors of the Upper Nile, Sudan, Africa - bearing traditional weapons and displaying feather-topped topknots (one bearing the full head of what appears to be a crane) Date: circa 1910s

Grand Arabian Bazar, Tunis, Tunisia - Perfume Shop (Boutique de Parfumier), also selling numerous and multiple Tourist items, curiosities and knick knacks, including traditional fabric

Japanesse Art, Man and wolf fighting over a fish, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of Japanesse Art, Man and wolf fighting over a fish, 19th Century

Zulu warrior in traditional dress with fighting spear

Museum of Arms, Fez, Morocco, North Africa

Fashions and costumes of the 9th Century, Women, Soliders, warriors armed with spears and shields, 9th Century
Vintage illustration of Fashions and costumes of the 9th Century, Women, Soliders, warriors armed with spears and shields, 9th Century

WW2 Q-Ship And Royal Navy Radio
A pair of WW2 illustrations from a children's ABC book. The left image shows a lady wearing a pink dress, standing on the deck of a Q-ship

Ottoman Empire. Turkey. Turkish troops from 1540-1580. Historia de Turquia, 1840. Engraving by Lemaitre and Masson. Historia de Turquia, by Joseph Marie Jouannin (1783-1844) and Jules Van Gaver, 1840

Capture of Englishmen by Brigands, Asia Minor
The Capture of Englishmen by Brigands in Asia Minor (today the Asian section of Turkey). Mehemet, the Turkish servant, is seen making a stand to allow his masters, Mr F.J

The Tower of London, Various Views and Items
Various views and items inside the Tower of London, including weapons, armour, tombs, council chambers, lower chambers, and large dungeon

American War of Independence. Anglo-Spanish War (1779-1783)
American War of Independence. Revolution of the Thirteen Colonies. Anglo-Spanish War (1779-1783). Spanish Siege of Pensacola (March 9-May 8, 1781). Capture of Pensacola

Falconet. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration
Falconet or falcon. Light cannon developed in the late 15th century. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Conquest of Majorca by king James I of Aragon
Conquest of the island of Majorca by Christian king James I of Aragon. He landed on the beach of Santa Ponsa at midnight on September 10, 1229. Troops reaching the coast. Lithography

Northern Barbarians. Engraving. Later colouration
Ancient Age. Northern Barbarians. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2020

Crossbows. Grandmaster Palace. Armoury. Valletta. Malta. Date: 2019

Modern age. Imperial artillery (from the Bologna Procession). Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

The Archers of Burgundy. Engraving by Serra
The Archers of Burgundy, Burgundy Guard or Blade Guard, were an armed unit from the Burgundy Guard of Archers, introduced in Spain by King Philip I of Castile

Ribauldequin. Late medieval volley gun
Ribauldequin or rabauld. Late medieval volley gun with many small-caliber iron barrels set up parallel on a platform, used during the 14th and 15th centuries. Engraving. Museo Militar, 1883

Soldiers of Acostamientos. Culveriner and crossbowman
Soldiers of Acostamientos. The Acostamiento was a salary granted by the king to his vassals under which they were obliged to serve him in war. Culveriner (left). Crossbowman (right). Engraving

Weaponry, Middle Ages. Bombard. Engraving by Serra
Bombard. Cannon used throughout the Middle Ages an the Early Modern Period. Engraving by Serra. Museo Militar, 1883. Later colouration. Date: 2019

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"Unveiling the Art of Warfare: A Glimpse into History's Arsenal" Scotland forever, immortalized on canvas by Elizabeth Southerden Thompson in 1881, depicts the indomitable spirit of Scottish warriors and their formidable weaponry. The Scales of Justice above the Old Bailey Law Courts stand as a reminder that even within the realm of law, weaponry plays a crucial role in maintaining order and safeguarding justice. Da Vinci's crossbow, an ingenious invention from one of history's greatest minds, showcases both Leonardo da Vinci's artistic prowess and his fascination with innovative warfare technology. Delving into World War I history, a sectional view of a Mills grenade reveals the intricate mechanics behind this iconic explosive device that shaped trench warfare tactics during the conflict. In a whimsical yet thought-provoking WWI cartoon titled "The Subzeppmarinellin, " Heath Robinson humorously illustrates fantastical weapons while highlighting society's reliance on inventive solutions during times of war. Transporting us back to the First English Civil War siege at Lathom House in 1644, we witness how fortifications and weaponry played pivotal roles in shaping historical conflicts on British soil. From ancient mines like Wheal Coates in Cornwall to modern marvels like Chuqui open-pit copper mine, these sites remind us that mining has not only fueled economies but also provided valuable resources for crafting weapons throughout history. Exploring Ancient Assyrian Costume unveils intricately designed armor and weapons used by fierce warriors who dominated Mesopotamia thousands of years ago – showcasing their advanced military techniques. The British Army Airspeed Horsa Glider Force demonstrates how unconventional methods were employed during World War II to transport troops alongside their vital arsenal silently behind enemy lines. Journeying to Ethiopia through depictions of Abyssinian Warriors evokes images of brave fighters armed with traditional weaponry, showcasing the rich history of African warfare.