Backpacks Collection

The War in Schleswig: the 9th regiment of hussars...bivouacking on the battlefield..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The War in Schleswig: the 9th regiment of hussars (Prince Liechtenstein's) bivouacking on the battlefield of Over-Selk after the fight - from a sketch by our special artist

The War in Schleswig: Austrian camp in front of the Dannewerk:...Bohemian Chasseurs..., 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The War in Schleswig: Austrian camp in front of the Dannewerk: the 18th Bohemian Chasseurs in a snowstorm - from a sketch by our special artist, 1864

Step by step
Sandi Bertoncelj

À la recherche d'une forêt en Champagne, 1848. Creator: Honore Daumier
A la recherche d'une foret en Champagne, 1848. In search of a forest in Champagne. Two artists, carrying rucksacks trudge along in the hot sun. From Les Artistes, no. 1

Infantry shooting practice on heathland, 1868-1898. Creator: Jan Hoynck van Papendrecht
Infantry shooting practice on heathland, 1868-1898

Bivouac at Molodechno, 3-4 December 1812: an episode from Napoleon's Retreat from Russia, 1816. Soldiers around a smoking campfire - the man on the right holds a wild boar's head

The Camp Follower, 1825-1827. Creator: Anthonie Constantijn Govaerts
The Camp Follower, 1825-1827

Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Europe, between 1904 and 1938. Abfarht d. Dampfboote n.d. Zoolog. Garden - Panoptikion Flora - KurfurstenGarten - Mulheim a/r Hildorf'. Kiosk selling Selterwasser (mineral water)

Blizzard
Fred Åge Hol

Mine Workers carrying bags of silver ore out of a mine in Mexico, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
3025351 Mine Workers carrying bags of silver ore out of a mine in Mexico, c. 1890 (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Soldiers of the 1st Regiment of Foot Guards in Marching Order
NAM254130 Soldiers of the 1st Regiment of Foot Guards in Marching Order, from Costumes of the Army of the British Empire, according to the last regulations 1812, engraved by J.C

Gold prospectors on the move to Yukon Territory, Canada
PNP245973 Gold prospectors on the move to Yukon Territory, Canada, during the Klondike Gold Rush (1897-98) (b/w photo) by American Photographer

1st Battalion of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders arrive at Pusan to join U. N
PNP276912 1st Battalion of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders arrive at Pusan to join U.N. forces, 29th August 1950 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Hill Men and Woman (Guddies) Inhabitants of Kangra Hills / Hindoos, c
874054 Hill Men and Woman (Guddies) Inhabitants of Kangra Hills / Hindoos, c.1840 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 19.2 x23.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

time traveller
Carmine Chiriacò

These four venture scouts from the 41st St Phillis group at Birchencliffe are off to Kenya for a month at the end of July. They are part of a group of 60 Yorkshire Venture Scouts making the trip

Elements of the 3rd Lahore Indian Division seen here moving up to the front. Circa October 1914

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Mexico, Anahuac, Teotihuacan, Tourist couple taking in the view towards Pyramid del Sol

People backpacks 1903 postcards 1903 Vendedores de Ollas
People with backpacks, 1903 postcards, 1903, Vendedores de Ollas

Hiker Leaps Between Rocks Near Noatak River In The Brooks Range, Gates Of The Arctic National Park, Northwestern Alaska, Above The Arctic Circle, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Backlit View Of Hiker Leaping Between Rocks Near Noatak River In The Brooks Range, Gates Of The Arctic National Park, Northwestern Alaska, Above The Arctic Circle, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Female Ice Climber Climbs The Frozen Nugget Falls With Mendenhall Glacier In The Background, Juneau, Southeast Alaska, Winter

Indigenous Tribal people - The Shan, Burma (Myanmar). The Shan are a Tai ethnic group of Southeast Asia. Date: circa 1909

French scouts boarding a train, Paris, France
French scouts with their backpacks, boarding a train at the Gare St Lazare, Paris, France. Date: 1947

Boy scouts on skiing activity in Finland
Boy scouts on a skiing activity in Finland

Scouts in camp, Australia
A group of scouts in camp under an overhanging rock, New South Wales, Australia

Two climbers with backpacks climbing snowy mountain-side using mallets, section

The Battle of Chippewa, General Scott Ordering the Charge of McNeils Battalion
BAL124500 The Battle of Chippewa, General Scott Ordering the Charge of McNeils Battalion, 5th July 1814, engraved by Johnson, Fry & Co

Clothing of the Women of Kamchatka - Far Eastern Russia. The plate shows ordinary day wear and ceremonial costume. Date: circa 1800

Peat Carriers, Scotland
Scottish Peat Carriers, their heavy loads tied into wicker backpacks. Date: circa 1908

Water Carriers - Constantinople, Turkey Date: circa 1900

Arctic Fox (Vulpes lagopus) adult, investigating photographer rucksack, Boltodden, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, August

France, Corsica, mountain hiker carrying backpack walking along gravelly track, view from behind

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"Backpacks: A Journey Through Time and Terrain" Step by step, they have been an essential companion for adventurers throughout history. From the treacherous blizzards of the Arctic to the scorching mines of Mexico, these sturdy bags have carried more than just belongings. In a black and white photo from 1890, mine workers in Mexico trudge out of a dark abyss with their trusty backpacks laden with precious silver ore. These rugged individuals epitomize resilience and determination. Similarly, soldiers of the 1st Regiment of Foot Guards march in perfect order, their backpacks filled with supplies necessary for battle. Their disciplined strides symbolize strength and unity. Venturing further north to Canada's Yukon Territory, gold prospectors embark on a grueling journey through icy landscapes. With backpacks slung over their shoulders, they chase dreams of fortune amidst harsh conditions that test both body and spirit. Meanwhile, the arrival of the 1st Battalion of Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Pusan during U. N operations showcases how backpacks serve as symbols of solidarity among nations striving for peace. Traveling across continents brings us to Kangra Hills where Hill Men and Women carry traditional Guddies on their backs – an integral part of their daily lives. These indigenous inhabitants demonstrate how they are embody cultural heritage while providing practicality. Imagine a time traveler equipped with a modern-day backpack seamlessly blending into any era or place - be it ancient Burma or bustling Paris. Backpacks transcend time boundaries as versatile companions ready for any adventure that awaits. Not limited to adults alone, even young minds embrace this timeless accessory; Finnish boy scouts enjoy skiing activities while donning colorful backpacks brimming with excitement and curiosity about nature's wonders. From Blizzard-stricken expeditions to mining endeavors drenched in sweat; from military campaigns fought valiantly to peaceful missions promoting harmony.