Chaplain Collection

Army Chaplain in Great War Deeds, WW1
An Army Chaplain holding a night service on the battlefield, with a packing case as an altar and a tin mug as a chalice. Reproduction of a painting by A C Michael in Great War Deeds

CHARLIE CHAPLIN (1889-1977). Charles Spencer Chaplin. English film actor and comedian. Photograph, early 20th century

CONTINENTAL CONGRESS. Chaplain Jacob Duche leading the first prayer in the First Continental Congress at Carpenters Hall, Philadelphia, September 1774: mezzotint, 1848

Army Nursing Sister
A nursing sister, together with Army medical staff and hospital corps, and army chaplain

Canon John Neale Dalton (1839-1931), Steward of St. Georges Chapel, Windsor, and appointed tutor to the future George V and his elder brother, Albert Victor, in 1871

Baxters House, High Street, Kidderminster - Dining Rooms
Baxters House, High Street, Kidderminster (not Stourbridge as incorrectly labelled on the card!!) - Dining Rooms. The building was originally the home of the celebrated divine Richard Baxter

JOHN DONNE (1572-1631). English poet. Autograph signature

Church of England Service on a WWI battlefield for troops heading into the trenches - the Chaplain is officiating from a small field altar. Date: circa 1915

The Padre and his old church
A British Artillery chaplain during the Somme advance of 1918 surveys the ruins of a Nissen hut which once served as a makeshift church in 1916

Chaplin Augustus Woodbury, 1st Rhode Island Volunteers, 1861
3056315 Chaplin Augustus Woodbury, 1st Rhode Island Volunteers, 1861; Private Collection; (add.info.: American Civil War; Chaplin Augustus Woodbury, 1st Rhode Island Volunteers)

American Civil War , Chaplin Union Army
3073321 American Civil War , Chaplin Union Army; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Union Army Chaplin in a plain frock coat with a slouch hat); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022.

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, future King Edward VII and his tutors from Oxford, From Edward VII His Life and Times
955242 Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, future King Edward VII and his tutors from Oxford, From Edward VII His Life and Times, published 1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: seated from left)

Portrait of James Williams Adams
865131 Portrait of James Williams Adams; (add.info.: James Williams Adams (1839-1903) born in Cork, Ireland. Served as a chaplain in the British Indian Army

Huntingdon County Gaol and House of Correction, England, built c1828 to design by William Wilkins
530251 Huntingdon County Gaol and House of Correction, England, built c1828 to design by William Wilkins. Radiating principle: Treadmills for grinding corn and raising water worked by prisoners

Presentation of Union Jacks to British Service Battalions in France after World War One
3058498 Presentation of Union Jacks to British Service Battalions in France after World War One, as a mark of royal recognition of their valour

Chaplain & stretcher bearers, France, 27 Aug 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Chaplain & stretcher bearers, France, 27 Aug 1917. Ground recovered near the River Meuse, near Beaumont, on August 27, 1917

Reverend Herbert Shipman addressing recruits, 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
Reverend Herbert Shipman addressing recruits, 1917. Episcopal suffragen bishop and military chaplain Herbert Shipman (1869-1930), addressing Navy recruits under the guns of the U.S.S

The Very Rev. Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, D.D., the new Dean of Westminster, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Very Rev. Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, D.D., the new Dean of Westminster, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by John and Charles Watkins

Johan Michael Fant, 1735-1813, 1780. Creator: Ulrika Fredrika Pasch
Johan Michael Fant, 1735-1813, 1780

U.S.S. New York, Chaplain Royce, between 1893 and 1901. Creator: William H. Jackson
U.S.S. New York, Chaplain Royce, between 1893 and 1901

'Le bapteme de l "Oiseau"; Avant son premier vol au-dessus des lignes ennemies... 1915. Creator: Unknown
'Le bapteme de l "Oiseau"; Avant son premier vol au-dessus des lignes ennemies, un avion neuf est beni par un aumonier militaire, 1915

Portrait of Anthony de Wale (1573-1639), 1636. Creator: David Bailly
Portrait of Anthony de Wale (1573-1639), 1636. Antonius Walaeus (Anthony de Wale) hailed from Ghent.He became a minister in Koudekerke near Middelburg in 1602 and, in 1605, in Middelburg itself

'A Christening in the Chapel of the Foundling Hospital, 1891. Creator: Robert Barnes
'A Christening in the Chapel of the Foundling Hospital, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

'L Aumonerie Militaire; Un groupe d'aumoniers militaires des trois confessions, 1914 Creator: Unknown
'L Aumonerie Militaire; Un groupe d'aumoniers militaires des trois confessions, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Rev. James Shera Montgomery, Chaplian [sic] of The House... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Rev
Rev. James Shera Montgomery, D.D. Chaplain of The House of Representatives - left of The 2 Ministers in Center; W.T.C.U. Group at Capitol, 1917

Rev. James Shera Montgomery, Chaplian [sic] of The House... 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Rev
Rev. James Shera Montgomery, D.D. Chaplain of The House of Representatives - left of The 2 Ministers in Center; W.T.C.U. Group at Capitol, 1917

Bruno Ryves, Vicar of Stanwell Middlesex and Chaplain to Charles I and II, Dean of Windsor
Bruno Ryves, Vicar of Stanwell Middlesex and Chaplain to Charles I and II. Dean of Windsor; Died 1677 aged 81years, 1810. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History

Rev. John F. Thomas, D.D.; Ex-Chaplain 8th Regiment I. N. G.; Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist... 1907. Creator: Unknown
Rev. John F. Thomas, D.D.; Ex-Chaplain 8th Regiment I. N. G.; Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church; Oldest preacher in the city of Chicago, 1907

Franciscus Plante. Creator: Jonas Suyderhoef
Franciscus Plante

Rev. John Coleman, B. D. Chaplain, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Rev. John Coleman, B. D. Chaplain, 1888. African-American cleric. From The Centennial Jubilee of Freedom at Columbus, Ohio

H. M. Turner, 1887. Creator: Unknown
H. M. Turner, 1887. Henry McNeal Turner, African-American minister and politician, bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church

Presentation of New Colours to the 28th Foot, at Portsmouth, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of New Colours to the 28th Foot, at Portsmouth, [Hampshire], 1850....the presentation of the new colours to the 28th, by Lady Augusta Fitzclarence, took place

Percy, (1729-1811), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Percy, (1729-1811), 1830. Thomas Percy (1729-1811) Bishop of Dromore, chaplain to George III and Romantic poet educated at Christ Church, Oxford, a friend of Samuel Johnson and James Boswell

Abbe Bauer, chaplain to the Empress Eugenie Date: circa 1860s

Rev. Samuel Marsden
A miniature portrait painting of Rev. Samuel Marsden, a senior chaplain in New South Wales during the governorship of Lachlan Macquarie. Date: circa 1921

Christian Religious Orders - L-R (standing) Benedictine nun, Benedictine monk, Cluniac, Cistercian, Carthusian, nun of St Gilbert, regular canon of St Gilbert, Trinitarian, Knight Templar

Army chaplain tending British graves, WW1. 1914-1918

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871
543057 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Siege of Paris 19 Sept 1870-28 Jan 1871. by Draner, Renard Jules (1833-1926); (add.info.: Army Chaplain beside a fallen soldier)

Professor S. Manney, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Prof. S. Manney, between 1855 and 1865. [Reverend Solon Wines Manney: president of La Porte University; rector of Trinity Michigan City and St. Pauls La Porte, Minnesota; chaplain of Fort Ripley]

Bishop Charles Pettit McIlvaine, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Bishop Charles Pettit McIlvaine, between 1855 and 1865. [Episcopal bishop, author, educator: Chaplain of the US Senate]

Rev. [Gordon?] Winslow, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Rev. Winslow, between 1855 and 1865. [Possibly a portrait of Gordon Winslow, chaplain during the American Civil War]

Chaplain A. A. Harris, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Chaplain A.A. Harris, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865

John Hyatt Smith of New York, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Hon. [J. Hyatt] Smith, between 1860 and 1875. [Politician, pastor: chaplain of the Forty-seventh Regiment, National Guard of New York; inspector of the Pacific Railroad]

Judge Jeffreys and Richard Baxter, illustration from The Church of England: A History for the People by H. D. M
STC393408 Judge Jeffreys and Richard Baxter, illustration from The Church of England: A History for the People by H.D.M. Spence-Jones, pub

The Absolution of Volunteers, 1915 (litho)
STC407198 The Absolution of Volunteers, 1915 (litho) by Jonas, Lucien Hector (1880-1947); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Officers of Parliament, 1894 (litho)
1604686 Officers of Parliament, 1894 (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Officers of Parliament, 1894)

David Wilkins, c. 1735-45 (oil on canvas)
1765250 David Wilkins, c.1735-45 (oil on canvas) by Unknown artist, (18th century); 900x750 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London

Headquarters Christian Commission in the Field, September 1863. Creator: James Gardner
Headquarters Christian Commission in the Field, September 1863. [Scene from the American Civil War: the USCC furnished supplies, medical services, and religious literature to Union troops]

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"Chaplain: Guardians of Faith, Compassion, and Courage" From the iconic Charlie Chaplin to the brave Army chaplains in World War I, the role of a chaplain has been one of immense significance throughout history. These dedicated individuals have touched countless lives with their unwavering commitment to serving others. In times of war, such as during the Great War, army chaplains like Charles Spencer Chaplin provided solace and spiritual guidance to soldiers amidst chaos and despair. Their selfless deeds on the battlefield were a testament to their unwavering faith and compassion. Beyond military conflicts, chaplains have played pivotal roles in various aspects of society. From leading prayers at important events like Jacob Duche did during the Continental Congress' first prayer, to providing comfort as an army nursing sister or running dining rooms for those in need like Baxters House in Kidderminster - these individuals have always been there when people needed them most. Throughout history, renowned figures like John Donne and Rev. Samuel Marsden have left lasting legacies as influential religious leaders who served as chaplains. Their autograph signatures serve as reminders of their profound impact on both literature and spirituality, and are not confined by borders or specific religions; they extend their support wherever it is needed. Whether it be Abbe Bauer tending to Empress Eugenie or Christian religious orders dedicating themselves wholeheartedly to their communities - these devoted men and women exemplify what it means to live out one's faith through service. Even amid the horrors of war, church services held on WWI battlefields brought a glimmer of hope for soldiers facing unimaginable circumstances. The Padre standing tall amidst ruins symbolizes resilience and strength that can only come from deep-rooted belief. The image of an army chaplain tenderly tending British graves serves as a poignant reminder that even after death, these heroes continue their duty to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.