Marine Battalion Collection

Flag of the Leib-Guard Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1742. Artist: Flags, Banners and Standards
Flag of the Leib-Guard Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1742. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Flag of the Grenadier Company of the Preobrazhensky Life Guard Regiment, 1744. Artist: Anonymous master
Flag of the Grenadier Company of the Preobrazhensky Life Guard Regiment, 1744. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Dress uniforms of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1695-1700, 1901-1904. Artist: Charlemagne, Adolf (1826-1901)
Dress uniforms of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1695-1700, 1901-1904. Private Collection

Taking of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, c. 1830. Artist: Campe, August Friedrich Andreas (1777-1846)
Taking of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, c. 1830. Private Collection

The Siege of the Rutchuk Fortress, c. 1830. Artist: Campe, August Friedrich Andreas (1777-1846)
The Siege of the Rutchuk Fortress, c. 1830. Private Collection

The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, c. 1830. Artist: Campe, August Friedrich Andreas (1777-1846)
The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, c. 1830. Private Collection

The Siege of Varna on September 1828, 1829. Artist: Anonymous
The Siege of Varna on September 1828, 1829. From a private collection

Grenadier of the Regiment Zoge von Manteuffel, 1762. Artist: Anonymous
Grenadier of the Regiment Zoge von Manteuffel, 1762. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Infantry Regiment in 1700-1732, 1841. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadier of the Infantry Regiment in 1700-1732, 1841. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

Boy Lance Corporal of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End 1760s. Artist: Anonymous
Boy Lance Corporal of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End 1760s. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End of 1770s. Artist: Anonymous
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End of 1770s. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Lifeguard Grenadier at the time of Empress Catherine II. Artist: Anonymous
Lifeguard Grenadier at the time of Empress Catherine II. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the First Marine Battalion, 1786. Artist: Anonymous
Grenadier of the First Marine Battalion, 1786. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky, Semenovsky and Izmailovsky Regiment in 1763-1775, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Count Nikolay Alexeyevich Tatishchev (1739-1823), 1795. Artist: Pyadyshev, Vasily Petrovich (1758-1835)
Portrait of Count Nikolay Alexeyevich Tatishchev (1739-1823), 1795. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1712, End 1830s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1712, End 1830s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1732-1738, Early 1840s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1732-1738, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1800, 1840s. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1800, 1840s. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Grenadier cap of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1762, Early 1840s. Artist: Petrovsky, Alexey Gavrilovich (1817-?)
Grenadier cap of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1762, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, 1829. Artist: Anonymous
The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, 1829. From a private collection

Changing of the Preobrazhensky Regiment Guards in the Gatchina Palace at the time of Paul I, 1845. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Palace Gatchina, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1793. Artist: Geissler, Christian Gottfried Heinrich (1770-1844)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1793. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the General Fyodor Berchman, 1762. Artist: Christineck, Carl Ludwig Johann (1732 / 3-1792 / 4)
Portrait of the General Fyodor Berchman, 1762. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

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"Unyielding and Proud: The Legacy of the Marine Battalion" From the grandeur of their historic flags to the impeccable dress uniforms, the a rich heritage that spans centuries. The Flag of the Leib-Guard Preobrazhensky Regiment, dating back to 1742, stands as a symbol of their unwavering loyalty and dedication. Intricately designed by an anonymous master in 1744, the Flag of the Grenadier Company showcases the regiment's fierce spirit and commitment to excellence. These brave soldiers donned impressive dress uniforms during pivotal periods such as 1695-1700 and 1901-1904, leaving an indelible mark on history. Their valorous acts are immortalized through breathtaking artworks depicting significant events like the Taking of Shumen Fortress in 1828. Painted by August Friedrich Andreas Campe, these masterpieces capture both the intensity and triumphs experienced by this formidable battalion. The Siege of Rutchuk Fortress further exemplifies their resilience under fire. Campe's brushstrokes transport us back to this critical moment in time when bravery knew no bounds within their ranks. Notably, another masterpiece portrays The Siege of Varna on September 1828. Created anonymously, it serves as a testament to their unwavering determination even amidst challenging circumstances. Grenadiers have always been at the forefront of battles throughout history. From artists like Boris Artemyevich Chorikov capturing them in action between 1700-1732 to anonymous painters showcasing lifeguards during Empress Catherine II's reign - these depictions highlight their strength and courage. Even young recruits played vital roles within this esteemed regiment. A Boy Lance Corporal from End 1760s is depicted with pride by an anonymous artist - a reminder that age was never a barrier for those who wished to serve with honor.