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The Dispatch Riders by Etienne-Prosper Berne-Bellecour (PC) French message carriers on horseback from the Franco-Prussian war. Colour added to previously black and white image. |
HMS Esk by Ivan Berryman. (PC) Launched on 19th March, 1934, HMS Esk was converted for mine laying duties at the outbreak of the Second World War. A and Y turrets were removed, as well as both her quadruple torpedo launchers to enable her to carry larger mines. A small sponson was added at the stern to facilitate smooth launching of mines and depth charges. She Operated largely in the North Sea and in Norwegian waters, but was recalled to assist in Operation Dynamo, rescuing allied troops from the beaches of Dunkirk. Back in the North Sea, on 31st August 1940, Esk struck a German mine in an unmarked minefield and, during evacuation, a second explosion broke the ship in two with severe loss of life. She is depicted during operations in Norway, where her duties were to help stop German supplies arriving in Narvik. |
Blowing up the Cashmere Gate at Delhi by William Holmes Sullivan (PC) "The party selected for the hazardous operation were Lieutenants Home and Salkeld, with Sergeants Smith and Carmichael and Corporal Burgess of the Royal Sappers and Miners, Bugler Hawthorne of the 52nd to sound the advance, and a number of native sappers, covered by the fire of the 60th Rifles. By some mistake it was daylight before the party reached the spot. Lieutenant Home rushed through the outer barrier gate, and across the drawbridge; followed by four men, each carrying a bag of powder. Having arranged his bags under a heavy fire directed through the open wicket, he jumped in to the ditch. The firing party then followed with four more bags of powder and lighted a portfire. Lieutenant Salkeld, while endeavouring to fire the train, was shot through an arm and leg. He sank but handed the portfire to Sergeant Carmichael, who fell dead in the attempt to apply it. Corporal Burgess seized the fatal portfire, he too fell mortally wounded, but not before he had successfully fired the train. The mighty Gate was burst to fragments, Bugler Hawthorne sounded the advance and with a cheer the 52nd burst through the gateway and secured the barrier. Of all the explosion party only Sergeant Smith and Bugler Hawthorne lived to be rewarded with the Victoria Cross." - From 'Our Redcoats and Bluejackes' by Henry Stewart |
William the Conquerer by Ivan Berryman (PC) William the Conqueror, a formidable Norman duke with an iron will, crossed the Channel in 1066, launching his invasion of England. The crown was seized after the Battle of Hastings, with the death of Harold II on the battlefield signalling the dawn of a new age for England, one marked with many troubles as William would wage a constant conquest against English revolts and face a life-long struggle to consolidate his hold over the country. |
The Hidden Foe by David Pentland (PC) The French Indian War, North America 1751. French Coureur des Bois (Woodsmen or Trappers) and Shawnee warrior allies lay an ambush for their English enemy. |
Hammer Blow by David Pritchard. (PC) Having expended all his ammunition, Sgt Pilot Ronnie Fokes of 92 Squadron shadows the stricken Yellow 7 and its pilot Uffz R Hammer moments before their participation in the Battle of Britain was to end. Having sustained major damage to it's cooling system, Yellow 7 crash-landed on 30th September 1940, at Pelsham House, Peasmarsh Sussex. |
To the Death by Ivan Berryman. (PC) No text for this item |
The Morning Watch, Hastings, 1066 by Ivan Berryman. (PC) A Saxon guard, keeping watch on the morning of the battle of Hastings. The fighting would begin at 9am and conclude at dusk with a Norman victory against the overwhelmed Saxons, the death of King Harold being the final nail in the coffin that led to retreat. |
Closing the Gate at Hougoumont by William Holmes Sullivan (PC) "They then hastily withdrew into the great Court Yard by the gate which faces the Allied position, and which they instantly closed and endeavoured to block up with ladders, posts, barrows or whatever was nearest at hand. The French, however, succeeded in forcing the Gate, but the defenders betook themselves to the nearest cover, whence they poured a fire upon the intruders, and then rushing forward, a struggle ensued which was distinguished by the most intrepid courage on both sides. At length Lieutenant Colonel Macdonnell, Captain Wyndham, Ensigns Gooch and Hervey and Sergeant Graham, of the Coldstream Guards, by dint of great personal strength and exertions, combined with extraordinary bravery and perseverance, succeeded in closing the Gate against their assailants. Those of the latter who had entered the Court Yard fell a sacrifice to their undaunted and conspicuous gallantry." - From'The Waterloo Campaign, 1815' by William Siborne |
Under New Management by David Pentland (PC) Finnish T-26 Tanks en-route to Karhumaki, January, 1942. Developed from the Vickers 6 Ton Tank the Soviet T-26 was one of the most successful tank designs of the 1930s. Many were captured by Finnish forces during the Winter War of 1939-40 and although nearly obsolote were still welcomed by the Finns, and used throughout the continuation war. |
Tribute to Gen. Stanislaw Skalski by Ivan Berryman (PC) A damaged Heinkel He111 rolls onto its back as Gen. Stanislaw Skalski claims another victim for 501 Sqn on 30th August 1940. With eight confirmed victories, plus one damaged, Skalski had become an ace by 5th September, but was shot down by Me109's on this day over Canterbury, suffering burns in the incident. |
First Loss by David Pritchard. (PC) On their first ever operational patrol, between Calaise and Dunkirk on the morning of the 23rd May 1940, 92 squadron commence their attack on Heinkel HE 111's preparing to bomb the retreating British Expeditionary Force on the beaches and dunes below. They fail to notice above them, the bombers escort provided by BF109's of II / JG27, and themselves attacked. Pilot Officer Pat Learmond, becomes the 92's first combat casualty, he and his spitfire spiral earthwards out of control, as his fellow pilots break up the bomber formation and inflict retribution on the enemy for his loss. |
Tribute to Mirek Wojciechowski by Ivan Berryman. (PC) The Hawker Hurricanes of 303 Polish Sqn found themselves engaged with enemy aircraft over southern England on 17th September 1940, during which Sgt Mirek Wojciechowski claimed two Bf.109s shot down, the second of which suffered a fire in the cockpit, as depicted here. |
Eylau: Heads up! by Edouard Detaille (PC) The Battle of Eylau, fought in February 1807 in a freezing blizzard was a brutal and chaotic clash between Napoleon's army and Russian forces that ended in a bloody stalemate. Despite a massive cavalry charge that briefly turned the tide, neither side could claim a clear victory, and the snow-covered field was left littered with thousands of dead and wounded. |
The Surrender of General Burgoyne at Saratoga, October 16 1777 by John Trumbull (PC) British General John Burgoyne surrenders to General Horatio Gates, who refused to take the mans sword when offered out of respect. The battle, a decisive American victory, was instrumental in strengthening the Franco-American alliance. Burgoyne would never be given another commanding position again in the British Army. |
Down and Out by David Pritchard. (PC) On 7th October 1940, Hurricanes of 238 Squadron intercept a large daylight bombing raid heading towards Bristol. Having met the enemy just west of Salisbury Plain, Pilot Officer Bob Doe attacks a JU 88 from the rear quarter and succeeds in breaking off the bomber's tail. As the defeated aircraft spirals down towards the ground, Doe is left to watch the bomber crew bail out as he heads for home. |
Knights of the Teutonic Order by Ivan Berryman (PC) The Knights of the Teutonic Order were a Catholic military order founded around 1190 in Acre. Originally established to aid pilgrims in the Holy Land, the order later became a powerful military force, known for crusades in the Baltic region against pagan peoples, and also for fighting in Eastern Europe. After its initial base in the Holy Land was lost, the order moved to Eastern Europe, building a formidable state in Prussia. |
How He Won the Victoria Cross by Charles Stewart (PC) October 20th 1900, near Zeerust, Lieutenant Doxat of the 3rd Battalion Imperial Yeomanry led a group of Mounted Infantry to scout a position occupied by about 100 Boers on a ridge of kopjes. When they were within 300 yards, the enemy opened heavy fire, forcing the party to retreat and leaving behind one man who had lost his horse. Realizing the danger the stranded soldier was in Lieutenant Doxat rode back through intense fire, rescued him, and brought him back to safety. He was awarded the Victoria Cross for this act of bravery on December 17th 1901. |
Crippled but Unconquered: The Belleisle at Trafalgar, October 21st 1895 by W. L Wyllie (PC) At the Battle of Trafalgar on October 21 1805, HMS Belleisle, a British 74-gun ship under Captain William Hargood, was one of the first ships to engage the enemy. As part of Admiral Collingwood's column, she became isolated and surrounded by as many as four French and Spanish ships. Despite being heavily damaged, losing all her masts, and nearly unmanageable, Belleisle fought stubbornly and held out until reinforcements arrived. |
The Charge of the Heavy Brigade Against the French Cuirassiers at Waterloo by Christopher Clark (PC) During the Battle of Waterloo on June 18th 1815, the British Heavy Brigade, led by General Sir William Posonby, launched a powerful cavalry charge against the advancing French Cuirassiers. Thundering downhill, the British heavy cavalry smashed into the French horsemen with Brutal force, briefly halting their assault and driving them back in confusion. Though the victory was temporary and costly, the charge bought vital time for the Allied line to regroup. |
Greyhounds in Winter by David Pentland (PC) Reconnaissance team of 116th Panzer Division, river Our, Ardennes, 18th December 1944. Sdkfz 250 Reconnaissance halftracks from the 116th "Windhund" (Greyhound) Panzer Division, searching for a suitable crossing point across the Our river during the opening stages of the Battle of the Bulge. |
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