French Military Collection

French military signals
5616521 French military signals; (add.info.: Illustration depicting French military signals using an optical field telegraph. Dated 19th Century. 01/01/1885); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805
2603637 Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805.; (add.info.: Napoleonic Wars. The Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805. The French victory over Austria and Russia led to the Treaty of Presburg)

French satirical cartoon - Three heads under one hat
Vintage engraving of a French satirical cartoon - Three heads under one hat, Trois tetes sous un meme bonnet... A Poil

French satirical cartoon of General Felix-Gustave Saussier
Vintage engraving of a French satirical cartoon of Felix-Gustave Saussier. A French army general who became involved in Dreyfus affair

Soldiers on horseback (oil on canvas)
BRM349536 Soldiers on horseback (oil on canvas) by Meissonier, Jean-Louis Ernest (1815-91); Private Collection; (add.info.: Militaires a cheval; formerly in collection Brame & Lorenceau; ); French

Every Man for Himself, engraved by Thomas Sutherland, 1816 (coloured aquatint)
NAM250519 Every Man for Himself, engraved by Thomas Sutherland, 1816 (coloured aquatint) by Heath, William (1795-1840) (after); National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English

French soldiers of the 19th century
Vintage colour engraving of French soldiers of the Second French Empire in the mid 19th century. An artillery officer on horseback

Napoleon Bonaparte in Italy, 1796
Vintage engraving of Napoleon Bonaparte in Italy, 1796

Le souper de Beaucaire
Vintage engraving of the Le souper de Beaucaire. Le souper de Beaucaire was a political pamphlet written by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1793

Napoleon Bonaparte (1877 illustration)
An engraving from " A Voice from Waterloo - A History of the Battle fought on 18th June 1815" edited by Sergeant-Major Edward Cotton (late 7th Hussars) and printed in 1877

Illustration depicting French military signals using an optical field telegraph, 19th century
Illustration depicting French military signals

Anti Lebanon Rayak Damascus Bika French military
Anti Lebanon. Rayak to Damascus. The Bika and Rayak. French military aerodome. 1920, Lebanon, Biqāʻ Valley

Napoleon Bonaparte riding a horse

Illustration of Napoleon Bonaparte leading his army on horseback

The French navy frigate FS Prairial departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Pearl Harbor, July 7, 2010 - The French navy frigate FS Prairial (F-731) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to support Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010 exercises

Siege Of Rome
French troops under Lieutenant-General Charles Oudinot make their first attack on Rome near the Porta Cavellegiere, May 1849

J1697267, diry 18880, outdoors, day, print, medium group of people, only men, soldier
The French ambulance service during the Crimean War, circa 1855. Published in the Illustrated London News. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

French Declare War
The Senate of France declares war on Russia at the start of the conflict in the Crimean Peninsula, Paris, 28th March 1854. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

French Surgeons
Surgeons of the French Garde Nationale and the French Army during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris

National Guard
An artilleryman of the French National Guard during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

National Guard
A French soldier of the National Guard faces the Prussian invaders during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris

Garde Mobile
Members of the French Garde Mobile or moblots during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

National Guard
A member of the French Garde Nationale Sedentaire at his post during the Siege of Paris, circa 1870. An engraving by Jules-Renard Draner from Souvenirs du Siege de Paris

Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805
Napoleonic Wars. The Battle of Austerlitz, 2 December 1805. The French victory over Austria and Russia led to the Treaty of Presburg, 26 December 1805

Photograph of Machine Gun Emplacement 1917

Military uniforms at the time of the Cisalpine Republic from 1801. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Military uniforms at the time of the Cisalpine Republic, 1801. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Military uniforms at the time of the Cisalpine Republic from 1796. Color plate by Cenni Quinto
Militaria, Italy, 19th century. Military uniforms at the time of the Cisalpine Republic, 1796. Color plate by Quinto Cenni

Napoleons Hussars
France, 19th century. Napoleons Hussars

Napoleons army uniforms, Hussar on horseback
Militaria, France, 19th century - Napoleons army uniforms. Hussar on horseback

Uniforms of the French army: Sergeant Major of the light infantry
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the French army: Sergeant Major of the light infantry

Uniforms of the French army: light cavalry officer
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the French army: light cavalry officer

Uniforms of the French army: Dragoon of the Imperial Guard
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the French army: Dragoon of the Imperial Guard

Uniforms of the French army: light cavalry
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the French army: light cavalry

Napoleon Era soldier, Imperial guard, horseback grenadier officer
Militaria, France, 19th century - Napoleon Era soldier. Imperial guard, horseback grenadier officer

Uniforms of the French army: Grenadier of the Imperial Guard
Militaria, France, 19th century. Uniforms of the French army: Grenadier of the Imperial Guard

Foot Grenadier of the Imperial Guard, by Edouard Detaille
Edouard Detaille (1848-1912), Foot Grenadier of the Imperial Guard

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"Unveiling the French Military: A Historical Journey Through Art and Satire" Step into the world of the French military, where history intertwines with art and satire. From satirical cartoons to oil paintings on canvas, this captivating journey explores the multifaceted nature of France's armed forces. In a whimsical French satirical cartoon titled "Three heads under one hat, " we witness a comical representation of leadership within the military hierarchy. With humor as their weapon, artists shed light on the complexities faced by those in command. Moving from paper to canvas, soldiers on horseback come alive in an exquisite oil painting. The artist's brushstrokes capture not only their physical prowess but also their unwavering dedication to duty and honor. The engraving depicting the French capture of Tobago in 1781 transports us back to a significant moment during the American War of Independence. Francois Godefroy's meticulous artwork immortalizes this historical event that unfolded in Trinidad and Tobago. Military uniforms at the time of Cisalpine Republic from 1801 are showcased through vibrant illustrations. These intricate designs reflect both fashion trends and practicality, showcasing how style merged seamlessly with functionality. In Thomas Sutherland's colored aquatint titled "Every Man for Himself, " we glimpse into moments of chaos during warfare. This gripping image encapsulates both bravery and survival instincts exhibited by soldiers amidst turmoil. Witnessing history unfold before our eyes, an illustration depicts the defending of Cagliari during a fierce French attack in Italy in 1793. It serves as a testament to valor displayed by troops who fought relentlessly against all odds. French soldiers throughout the 19th century stand tall as symbols of resilience and strength. Their uniforms evolve over time, reflecting changing political landscapes while remaining steadfast guardians of France's interests. Napoleon Bonaparte takes center stage in various artworks capturing his triumphs across Europe.