Evacuating Collection

The French evacuating Portugal
2910915 The French evacuating Portugal; (add.info.: 1814 Engraving depicting the French evacuating Portugal. Dated 1814.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Dark Hours of Italy; On the roads of the Lower Isonzo, the 3rd Italian army... 1917. Creator: Unknown
The Dark Hours of Italy; On the roads of the lower Isonzo, the 3rd Italian army, to avoid being flanked, fell back in an orderly fashion, evacuating the Karst Plateau, taking equipment and all crews

Une population francaise emmenee en captivite: a Guiscard (Oise), le 16 fevrier 1917, les... 1917. Creator: Unknown
Une population francaise emmenee en captivite: a Guiscard (Oise), le 16 fevrier 1917, les Allemands, preparant leur retraite

L'automobile pendant la guerre. Enlevement des blesses dans un poste de secours, 1918. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Sur le front oriental; Les soldats de la garnison autrichienne evacuant la ville, 1915. Creator: Unknown
'Sur le front oriental; Les soldats de la garnison autrichienne evacuant la ville, charges de leur bagage individuel, 1915

Fire by night in a Village, 1650-1685. Creator: Adam Colonia
Fire by night in a Village, 1650-1685

The Inhabitants leaving Balaclava, by Order of Lord Raglan, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Inhabitants leaving Balaclava, by Order of Lord Raglan, 1854. Crimean War: expulsion of Greek civilians by the British Army

HMS Glorious, aircraft carrier
Royal Navy - HMS Glorious, aircraft carrier, at anchor, steaming up. HMS Glorious was the second of the three Courageous-class battlecruisers built for the Royal Navy during the First World War

Preparing for the Evacuation of Warsaw, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Preparing for the Evacuation of Warsaw, First World War, 1915, (c1920). Removing church bells and other metal objects - capable of being melted for munition purposes - to prevent them from falling

HMS Glorious 77
Royal Navy - HMS Glorius, aircraft carrier, at anchor in Grand Harbour Valetta.. HMS Glorious was the second of the three Courageous-class battlecruisers built for the Royal Navy during the First

London's children evacuated at the beginning of World War Two: a first wave of 400000 children went on 1st September 1939, in the charge of 22000 teachers

Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 87203)
STC267599 Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 87203) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Evacuations of Gallipoli (b / w photo)
STC466132 Evacuations of Gallipoli (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gallipoli Campaign)

A fine example of discipline (colour litho)
2795789 A fine example of discipline (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A fine example of discipline)

WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Are you evacuating the town
The Caption is Gosh Mister! Are you evacuating the whole town? It is estimated that over 200, 000 were evacuated from the towns to the countryside between 1939 and the end of 1941

Destruction of the Peruvian Fleet by the Peruvians before evacuating Callao (engraving)
1590276 Destruction of the Peruvian Fleet by the Peruvians before evacuating Callao (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Last Boat-load of the British Leaving New York, 1783 (engraving)
PNP316570 The Last Boat-load of the British Leaving New York, 1783 (engraving) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Heights of Alma - The Day After the Battle (colour litho)
INN181317 The Heights of Alma - The Day After the Battle (colour litho) by Benwell, Joseph-Austin (fl.1865-86); Private Collection; (add.info)

Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 267599)
STC87203 Londoners fleeing to the country to avoid the Plague, 1630 (woodcut) (see also 267599) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

British troops evacuating from Dunkirk, WW2
British troops evacuating from Dunkirk, with the help of every available vessel, including hundreds of small craft manned by civilian volunteers. Date: 1940

Burning town by the sea (oil on board)
BFM286828 Burning town by the sea (oil on board) by Momper, Joos or Josse de, The Younger (1564-1635); 48x60.4 cm; Schlossmuseum, Schloss Friedenstein, Gotha

Miss Mary Smith of South Carolina treating patients during flight to North Africa, c
NAM244235 Miss Mary Smith of South Carolina treating patients during flight to North Africa, c.1943-45, from a collection of 650 photographs compiled by the Commando Association (b/w photo)

French soldiers helping victims of a storm in the Vosges Mountains (colour litho)
2782267 French soldiers helping victims of a storm in the Vosges Mountains (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Exodus of a people (colour litho)
2779959 Exodus of a people (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exodus of a people)

Peruvian army destroying its own Fleet
The Peruvian army destroying their own fleet before evacuating Callao, in order to make sure they are unusable by the Chilean army

General Bosco evacuating Melazzo (engraving)
2773088 General Bosco evacuating Melazzo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Bosco evacuating Melazzo)

Confederates evacuating Savannah, December 1864 (engraving)
959473 Confederates evacuating Savannah, December 1864 (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederates evacuating Savannah, December 1864)

The Loss of the Ajax, Off Cape Janissary (oil on canvas)
CH139938 The Loss of the Ajax, Off Cape Janissary (oil on canvas) by Bolanachi, Konstantinos or Constantin (1837-1907); 61x112 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Greek, out of copyright

Sick and wounded Russian soldiers being transported using skis (colour litho)
2795826 Sick and wounded Russian soldiers being transported using skis (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Strange parades in the streets of Vienna (colour litho)
2808774 Strange parades in the streets of Vienna (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Strange parades in the streets of Vienna)

BRITISH IN CRETE
Crete : British troops evacuating the island are harassed by Italian air attacks Date: November 1940

Army opening Damascus Gate evacuating arresting certain
Army after opening Damascus Gate are evacuating & arresting certain individuals, rebels, 1938, Jerusalem, Israel

Blind Frenchwoman helped from home by British soldiers, WW1
British soldiers helping a blind Frenchwoman out of her house in the village of Masnieres as it was being heavily shelled by the Germans. Date: 1918

Evacuating hospital patients in World War Two
Evacuating hospital patients from Westminster Hospital under the threat of air raids in World War Two. In accordance with the government evacuation scheme at the start of the war

Nelson wounded at Tenerife in 1787, illustration from The Life of Nelson
KW234265 Nelson wounded at Tenerife in 1787, illustration from The Life of Nelson by Robert Southey (1774-1843) first published 1813 (engraving) by Westall

Evacuation of the French Territory by the Prussians, 16th September 1873 (coloured
XIR174303 Evacuation of the French Territory by the Prussians, 16th September 1873 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Evacuating bell jar to examine effect on animal in it. Robert Boyles second air pump c1660. Edition of Boyles work published 1725. Engraving

Crimean War (Russo Turkish War) 1853-1856: Siege of Sebastopol, October 1854 to September 1855. French mule train evacuating the wounded. Italian hand-finished lithograph c1857

Can evacuated by vacuum pump. Image 2 of 2. An oil can is attached to a vacuum pump. The pump has removed air from the can

Can about to be evacuated. Image 1 of 2. An oil can is attached to a vacuum pump. When the pump is switched on it will remove air from the can

Suvla Evacuation at Gallipoli WWI
Evacuating guns and personnel from Suvla Point on rafts in daylight during World War I at Gallipoli

The Zulu war. Portraits of officers
Portrait of Mr W A Dunne, Commissariat Department, defender of Rorkes Drift. 137 British soldiers held the fort at Rorkes Drift against a force of over 3, 000 Zulus

Evacuating Milazzo
After being defeated by Garibaldis men, the Neapolitan forces evacuate Milazzo (or Melazzo)

Evacuating Netherlands
In North Holland, the British commander, the duke of York, submits to the French and the British and Russian forces evacuate the country

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"Evacuating: A Tale of Resilience and Hope" In times of crisis, the act becomes a symbol of strength and determination. From the historic events like the evacuation of London's children at the beginning of World War Two to the heroic scenes witnessed during conflicts such as the Relief of Lucknow or Gallipoli, these instances showcase humanity's unwavering spirit. One notable event that stands out is the evacuation aboard HMS Glorious 77, an aircraft carrier that played a crucial role in safeguarding lives. As it embarked on its mission to rescue those in need, it became a beacon of hope amidst chaos. Looking back further into history, we find ourselves transported to Warsaw during World War One. The image captured here portrays preparations for evacuation - a testament to people's resilience even in dire circumstances. The concept is not limited to war zones alone; throughout history, communities have sought refuge from various threats. In 1630, Londoners fled their city en masse to escape the Plague. This woodcut depicts their journey as they sought safety in rural areas - an example that echoes through time. Amidst destruction and devastation caused by fires or battles like at Crespy or Callao respectively, stories emerge showcasing acts of discipline and bravery. These incidents highlight how individuals come together during crises to protect one another. Even amid challenging times like World War Two era depicted humorously on comic postcards asking if towns are being evacuated; there is always room for laughter amidst adversity. Evacuations serve as reminders that unity prevails over despair when faced with adversity. They remind us that no matter how dark things may seem, there will always be heroes who rise above fear and selflessly work towards ensuring safety for all. As we reflect upon these historical moments where lives were uprooted but ultimately saved through collective efforts, let us remember them as testaments to human courage and compassion.