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"Flanking Maneuvers: From Ancient Battles to Modern Warfare" In the Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont during the Battle of Waterloo, a strategic flank was executed

Background imageFlank Collection: Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont - Battle of Waterloo

Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont - Battle of Waterloo
Defence of the Chateau de Hougoumont by the flank company, Coldstream GuardsWatercolour by Denis Dighton, 1815Associated with Napoleonic Wars

Background imageFlank Collection: Holmes / Hound / Baskerville

Holmes / Hound / Baskerville
THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES Holmes shoots the sinister hound: " Holmes emptied five barrels of his revolver into the creatures flank"

Background imageFlank Collection: Beef, Veal, Pork, and Mutton Cuts, 1802 (engraving) (b / w photo)

Beef, Veal, Pork, and Mutton Cuts, 1802 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF271073 Beef, Veal, Pork, and Mutton Cuts, 1802 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageFlank Collection: Free vaccination clinic on premises of French newspaper. Heffer has shaven portion of flank

Free vaccination clinic on premises of French newspaper. Heffer has shaven portion of flank infected with Cowpox
530719 Free vaccination clinic on premises of French newspaper. Heffer has shaven portion of flank infected with Cowpox: serum transferred with stylus to arms of waiting Parisians to give immunity to

Background imageFlank Collection: Horse (B), 1960 (woodblock print)

Horse (B), 1960 (woodblock print)
883400 Horse (B), 1960 (woodblock print) by Urushibara Mokuchū (1888-1953); 25x34.8 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; Photo © Minneapolis Institute of Art; Bequest of Louis W. Hill, Jr

Background imageFlank Collection: Horse (A), 1960 (woodblock print)

Horse (A), 1960 (woodblock print)
883401 Horse (A), 1960 (woodblock print) by Urushibara Mokuchū (1888-1953); 25x34.9 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; Photo © Minneapolis Institute of Art; Bequest of Louis W. Hill, Jr

Background imageFlank Collection: Gallic Wars (58 BC-50 BC). The battle of the Aisne (57 BC)

Gallic Wars (58 BC-50 BC). The battle of the Aisne (57 BC)
Gallic Wars (58 BC-50 BC). Caesar's campaign against the Belgae in 57 BC. The battle of the Aisne (57 BC). The Belgic tribes cross the Aisne River through the right

Background imageFlank Collection: A Spanish bull-fight (photo)

A Spanish bull-fight (photo)
6025398 A Spanish bull-fight (photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Spanish bull-fight)

Background imageFlank Collection: The Afghan War, Conflict with the Zaimukhts at Zawa, near the Kuram Valley (engraving)

The Afghan War, Conflict with the Zaimukhts at Zawa, near the Kuram Valley (engraving)
1613879 The Afghan War, Conflict with the Zaimukhts at Zawa, near the Kuram Valley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

Background imageFlank Collection: The Indian Frontier Rising, Attack on Tangi Pass by the First and Second Brigades

The Indian Frontier Rising, Attack on Tangi Pass by the First and Second Brigades, Malakand Field Force
1615419 The Indian Frontier Rising, Attack on Tangi Pass by the First and Second Brigades, Malakand Field Force, 7 January (engraving) by Loye

Background imageFlank Collection: Battle of Williamsburg, 5th May 1862 by Kurz & Allison (colour litho)

Battle of Williamsburg, 5th May 1862 by Kurz & Allison (colour litho)
PNP263300 Battle of Williamsburg, 5th May 1862 by Kurz & Allison (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; American, out of copyright

Background imageFlank Collection: 3rd Para Sqn & 3rd Canadian Para Bn Plaque, Divette stream

3rd Para Sqn & 3rd Canadian Para Bn Plaque, Divette stream
On the extreme left flank (that is as seen from the sea) of the Landings, were a number of small rivers and streams over which were road bridges

Background imageFlank Collection: The Union attack on Maryes Heights during the Battle of Fredericksburg

The Union attack on Maryes Heights during the Battle of Fredericksburg
PNP264231 The Union attack on Maryes Heights during the Battle of Fredericksburg, 13th December 1862 (colour litho) by Carada

Background imageFlank Collection: The Battle of Corinth, 3rd-4th October 1862, showing flags of North and South

The Battle of Corinth, 3rd-4th October 1862, showing flags of North and South
PNP264221 The Battle of Corinth, 3rd-4th October 1862, showing flags of North and South, by Kurz & Allison (colour litho) by American School

Background imageFlank Collection: Gentlemen fencers in thrust and guard positions

Gentlemen fencers in thrust and guard positions
Gentlemen fencers in position of the inside Carte and the thrust given on the outside flank called Flanconade. Copperplate engraving by after an illustration by Thomas Rowlandson from Mr

Background imageFlank Collection: As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho)

As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho)
2777523 As the battle rages, reinforcements rush towards the front line, across the walkways (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: As the battle rages)

Background imageFlank Collection: The Soudan Advance, the Battle of Atbara, the Sirdars Great Victory over the Dervishes (engraving)

The Soudan Advance, the Battle of Atbara, the Sirdars Great Victory over the Dervishes (engraving)
1615826 The Soudan Advance, the Battle of Atbara, the Sirdars Great Victory over the Dervishes (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan Advance)

Background imageFlank Collection: Armies of the Continent, Austrian Infantry Practice with the New Mannlicher Repeating Rifle

Armies of the Continent, Austrian Infantry Practice with the New Mannlicher Repeating Rifle (engraving)
1595095 Armies of the Continent, Austrian Infantry Practice with the New Mannlicher Repeating Rifle (engraving) by Schonberg

Background imageFlank Collection: Page from Army and Navy Stores Catalogue, 1939-40 (colour litho)

Page from Army and Navy Stores Catalogue, 1939-40 (colour litho)
5987534 Page from Army and Navy Stores Catalogue, 1939-40 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for catalogue of Army & Navy Stores Ltd)

Background imageFlank Collection: Cuts of Pork, illustration from a French Domestic Science Manual by H

Cuts of Pork, illustration from a French Domestic Science Manual by H
CHT289133 Cuts of Pork, illustration from a French Domestic Science Manual by H. de Puytorac, published by Editions Fernand Nathan, late 19th century (colour litho) by French School

Background imageFlank Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving)
1591233 The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageFlank Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March

The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman
1591206 The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman Dignas Attack (engraving) by Woodville

Background imageFlank Collection: Practical Instruction in Field Firing at the School of Musketry, Hythe (litho)

Practical Instruction in Field Firing at the School of Musketry, Hythe (litho)
1047548 Practical Instruction in Field Firing at the School of Musketry, Hythe (litho) by Horsley, Walter Charles (1855-1934); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageFlank Collection: The Graeco-Turkish War, the Battle of Velestino (engraving)

The Graeco-Turkish War, the Battle of Velestino (engraving)
1597477 The Graeco-Turkish War, the Battle of Velestino (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Graeco-Turkish War, the Battle of Velestino)

Background imageFlank Collection: Bacon and Ham (chromolitho)

Bacon and Ham (chromolitho)
3649860 Bacon and Ham (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacon and Ham. Illustration for Mrs Beetons Book of Household Management (Ward Lock)

Background imageFlank Collection: Small Town America Date: 1947

Small Town America Date: 1947

Background imageFlank Collection: Christ and Sun Gods in Chariots

Christ and Sun Gods in Chariots

Background imageFlank Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20106477

EyeUbiquitous_20106477
Canada, Alberta, Waterton, Spring cattle drive in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, A rancher in cowboy garb on his horse with his lasso at the ready herding his cattle across a snaking gravel road

Background imageFlank Collection: A cavalry charge that saved the line, Matania, WW1

A cavalry charge that saved the line, Matania, WW1
The German line taken in flank by a mounted charge in the teeth of heavy machine gun fire. Major Evelyn H. W. Williams of the Hussars was awarded the DSO for his action

Background imageFlank Collection: Cuts of Veal

Cuts of Veal

Background imageFlank Collection: Cuts of lamb or mutton diagram

Cuts of lamb or mutton diagram
Poster with detailed diagram cutting lamb

Background imageFlank Collection: River view sailing ship flank Willem Gruyter jr

River view sailing ship flank Willem Gruyter jr
River view with sailing ship, River view with sailing ship seen on the flank. Willem Gruyter jr. Amsterdam, 1832 - 1880, paper, engraving, h 97 mm × w 147 mm

Background imageFlank Collection: River view sailing ship flank left pier Sailing-ship

River view sailing ship flank left pier Sailing-ship
River view with sailing ship, River view with sailing ship seen on the flank. On the left a pier. Sailing-ship, sailing-boat (view, vehicle, ship, etc.), Willem Gruyter jr

Background imageFlank Collection: Seascape sailing ships foreground moored sailing ship

Seascape sailing ships foreground moored sailing ship
Seascape with sailing ships, Seascape with in the foreground a moored sailing ship seen on the flank, on the right two men stepping out of a rowing boat

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Maria della Verita Cloister

Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Maria della Verita Cloister
Lazio Viterbo Viterbo S. Maria della Verita, Cloister, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Extensive coverage of 12th c. church, renovated between 14th and 15th c

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Viterbo Vejano Chiesa dell Assunta Italy

Lazio Viterbo Vejano Chiesa dell Assunta Italy
Lazio Viterbo Vejano Chiesa dell Assunta, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of Renaissance/Baroque church before and after 1983 restoration

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Viterbo Bagnoregio S. Bonaventura Italy

Lazio Viterbo Bagnoregio S. Bonaventura Italy
Lazio Viterbo Bagnoregio S. Bonaventura, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Views of nineteenth century church facade and flank

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome S. Girolamo della Carita Italy

Lazio Roma Rome S. Girolamo della Carita Italy
Lazio Roma Rome S. Girolamo della Carita, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Founded on site where saint lived in 382

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome Poli Church Italy italian country

Lazio Roma Rome Poli Church Italy italian country
Lazio Roma Poli Church, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of 16th c. octagonal church, including facade, flank, cupola, and details of windows and Farnese crest

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome Ponzano Romano Parish church

Lazio Roma Rome Ponzano Romano Parish church
Lazio Roma Ponzano Romano Parish church, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior view of flank and facade and detail of 16th century campanile

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome Monterotondo Cathedral Italy

Lazio Roma Rome Monterotondo Cathedral Italy
Lazio Roma Monterotondo Cathedral, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Architecture 17th century frescoes 17th century sculpture

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome Poli Palazzo dei Conti Italy

Lazio Roma Rome Poli Palazzo dei Conti Italy
Lazio Roma Poli Palazzo dei Conti, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of 12th. c. palace, completely redone in 16th. c

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Roma Rome Monterotondo S. Maria delle Grazie

Lazio Roma Rome Monterotondo S. Maria delle Grazie
Lazio Roma Monterotondo S. Maria delle Grazie, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Post-medieval Architecture 15th century sculpture

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Latina Cori S. Francesco Italy italian country

Lazio Latina Cori S. Francesco Italy italian country
Lazio Latina Cori S. Francesco, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Views of facade and flank, two views of cloister, many views of naves and altars

Background imageFlank Collection: Lazio Latina Fondi S. Maria Assunta Italy italian country

Lazio Latina Fondi S. Maria Assunta Italy italian country
Lazio Latina Fondi S. Maria Assunta, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Exterior views of the church facade, portals, flank, and bell tower

Background imageFlank Collection: Tuscany Siena Radicondoli S. Simone Italy italian country

Tuscany Siena Radicondoli S. Simone Italy italian country
Tuscany Siena Radicondoli S. Simone, this is my Italy, the italian country of visual history, Six exterior views of 12th c. church, elongated in 14th c. including facade, flank, apse and courtyard

Background imageFlank Collection: Boys Band, St Edwards Orphanage, Thingwall, Liverpool

Boys Band, St Edwards Orphanage, Thingwall, Liverpool
The boys band pose with their instruments at St Edwards Orphanage, Thingwall, Liverpool. Two monks in their gowns flank the boys. Date: early 1900s



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"Flanking Maneuvers: From Ancient Battles to Modern Warfare" In the Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont during the Battle of Waterloo, a strategic flank was executed, altering the course of history. Just as Holmes and his trusted hound Baskerville outsmarted their adversaries, flanking tactics in warfare require cunning and precision. An engraving from 1802 showcases various cuts of beef, veal, pork, and mutton - a reminder that even in culinary arts, understanding different angles can lead to success. The Gallic Wars witnessed another significant flank at the battle of Aisne in 57 BC. The Romans utilized this maneuver to gain an advantage over their enemies. A captivating black-and-white photo captures a cavalry charge during WW1 that saved crucial defensive lines. Flanking played a pivotal role on countless battlefields throughout history. Returning to the Gallic Wars once more; it is evident that flanking was not limited to one instance but rather employed repeatedly by skilled military strategists. The Boys Band from St Edwards Orphanage in Liverpool may not have fought battles directly but showcased teamwork akin to successful flanks - harmony amidst chaos. A striking photograph displays the intensity of a Spanish bull-fight. Just like matadors skillfully evade bulls' charges with well-timed sidesteps, soldiers employ similar maneuvers on battlegrounds worldwide. Engraved scenes depict conflicts during The Afghan War near Kuram Valley and The Indian Frontier Rising at Tangi Pass. Both incidents highlight how flanks were used effectively against formidable opponents. The Battle of Williamsburg immortalized through color lithography demonstrates how coordinated they can turn tides even in large-scale conflicts like the American Civil War A plaque commemorating joint efforts between 3rd Para Sqn & 3rd Canadian Para Bn reminds us that international collaboration is essential when executing successful flanking operations across diverse terrains.