Offensive Collection (page 5)

Harrier GR9 with Paveway IV
A Harrier GR9 from IV Squadron, RAF Cottesmore is pictured during a sortie over Afghanistan. Paveway IV laser guided bombs can be seen on the outermost pylon underneath the wings

Map Showing Russian Advance October 1943 Red Army
Map showing the Russian advance in October 1943, the Red Army launched an offensive of a 1, 000 mile front from Vitebsk to the Taman Peninsula, Russia, wiping out German bridgeheads on the way

Map Illustrating Far East Bombing Offensive American "Super-Fortresses"
Map illustrating the Far East bombing offensive by American "Super-Fortresses", November 1944. It shows the area occupied by the Allies, and the Japanese, air raids and naval bases

Way up North, c.1770-1959 (print)
3672448 Way up North, c.1770-1959 (print) by Joseph Morris Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info)

WW2 recruitment poster, Thousands of women needed now in the ATS, WaF, vital to the offensive. Full information at the nearest recruiting centre or your employment exchange. Date: circa 1940

England footballer Paul Gascoigne giving the finger during a training session alongside teammates Steve Hodge (left) and Terry Butcher (right). 2nd September 1990

Glasgow Rangers footballer Paul Gascoigne making a one finger gesture while sticking out his tongue during the match against Hearts in the Scottish cup final at Hampden Park

Impression of a BAE Systems Future Offensive Air System
An artist?s impression of a BAE Systems Future Offensive Air System (FOAS) study

Soldier in the snow (All quiet on the Shipka Pass). Private Collection

Taking of the Shumen Fortress. Artist: Willewalde, Gottfried (Bogdan Pavlovich) (1818-1903)
Taking of the Shumen Fortress. Found in the collection of Regional Art Museum, Kaluga

Raf Conducts First Air Strikes of Iraq Mission
RAF Tornado GR4s over Iraq on an armed reconnaissance mission in support of OP SHADER. Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircraft have been in action over Iraq as part of the international coalitions

An RAF Tornado GR4 takes on fuel from a Voyager tanker aircraft during an armed reconnaissance mission in support of OP SHADER

RAF Tornado GR4 in Afghanistan
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 from 2 (Army Cooperation) Squadron taking off from Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan. The Squadron is part of the RAF 904 Expeditionary Air Wing based at Kandahar

Tornado GR4 Over London
A RAF Tornado from II (AC) Squadron, RAF Marham, flys over the Shard skyscraper building in London during Her Majesty the Queens 2013 Birthday Flypast over London

Tornado GR4 from RAF Marham conducting a low-level training sortie
Image of a Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 from RAF Marham conducting a low-level training sortie in Wales. The aircraft catches the low winter light

RAF Typhoon Jet Taking Off During Ex Red Flag in the USA
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 takes off from Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, USA during Exercise Red Flag. The RAF fast jet is among 150 aircraft taking part in the exercise

Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 Prepares for a Sortie Over Afghanistan
A Tornado GR4 from 617 Squadron taxis priorto take off from Kandahar air base in Afghanistan for another mission in support of ground troops

RAF Tornados Leaving Afghanistan
A ground crew member with the Royal Air Force preparing a RAF Tornado GR4 ready for take off as it prepares to depart Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan for the final time

RAF Tornado GR4 Aircraft at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan
A Royal Air Force GR4 Tornado aircraft awaits permission to take off from Kandahar Airfield during Operation Moshtarak in Afghanistan

Tornado GR4s aircraft transiting through RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus
Image of 31 Squadron Tornado GR4s aircraft transiting through RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus. As they returned to their home unit at RAF Marham in Norfolk, after operations in Afghanistan end

RAF Tornado GR4
A IX(B) Sqn Tornado GR4 training for deployment to Afghanistan. Pictured here on 12 October 2012 is a Tornado GR4 aircraft as it undertakes a training sortie over the North West of England

RAF Tornado Taking off in the Middle East
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 takes off from an airfield in the Middle East. The Tornado GR4 is a variable geometry, two-seat, day or night

RAF Tornado Takes Off from Italy with Raptor Surveillance Pod
A Royal Air Force Tornado takes off for a sortie, with a RAPTOR imaging pod carried under the aircraft. RAPTORs imaging capabilities mean that such missions are a key part of NATOs intelligence

RAF Tornado GR4 at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 from 2 (Army Cooperation) Squadron taxis past the flightline prior to another mission over the skies of Afghanistan.The Squadron is part of the RAF 904 Expeditionary Air

RAF Tornado GR4 Aircraft on Patrol Over Afghanistan
Tornado GR4 flying over Afghanistan. The Tornado GR4 has been successfully deployed in Operational theatres since 1990. It has seen action under various operations in Iraq, Kosovo

RAF Tornado GR4 Prepares For Mission On Op Ellamy Over Libya
The first operational mission by Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircraft from Gioia Dell Colle, Italy, as part of Operation Ellamy

Tornado GR4 Carrying Storm Shadow Missiles
An RAF Tornado GR4 aircraft carrying two Storm Shadow missiles under the fuselage. This long-range air-launched and conventionally-armed missile equips RAF Tornado GR4 squadrons

Royal Air Force Tornado GR4
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircraft leaves RAF Marham for operations overseas. Tornado GR4 aircraft from RAF Marham and RAF Lossiemouth are currently playing a crucial role in Coalition operations

Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 Jet Aircraft
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 leaves RAF Marham in Norfolk enroute to Gioia Del Colle Air Base in Italy. Tornado GR4 aircraft from RAF Marham

Tornado GR4 Takes Off from RAF Marham to Enforce No Fly Zone over Libya
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircraft takes off from RAF Marham to enforce the UN sanctioned no fly zone over Libya, as part of Resolution 1973

RAF Harrier Aircraft in Diamond Nine Formation
Nine Royal Air Force Harrier GR7s take part in a flypast to mark the creation of Number 4 (Reserve) Squadron at Royal Air Force Wittering

Harriers Lined Up at RAF Cottesmore Following Retirement from Service
Harriers from the Joint Force Harrier (JFH) are lined up following a ceremony to mark the retirement of the famous aircraft after 41 years of service

Sixteen RAF and RN Harrier Aircraft Fly in Formation to Mark Retirement from Service
Sixteen GR9 Harrier aircraft are pictured flying in a diamond formation to marke the retirement of the famous aircraft after 41 years of service

Harrier GR9 Lands at RAF Cottesmore Following Retirement from Service
A GR9 Harrier lands at RAF Cottesmore following a ceremony to mark the retirement of the famous aircraft after 41 years of service

RAF Tornado GR4 at Kandahar Airfield Prepares for Sortie
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 sets out on an early morning sortie from Kandahar airfield in Afghanistan. The Tornado GR4 is a two-seat, day or night, all-weather attack aircraft

Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 Takes off from Kandahar
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 from XIII Squadron, 904 Expeditionary Air Wing takes off from Kandahar Air Field in Afghanistan

RAF Tornado GR4 Aircraft
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircraft takes off from Gioia Del Colle airbase, Italy on 3 April 11 during the early stages of Operation Unified Protector

The British Aerospace Harrier is used by the RAF in the close air support role. In this, aircraft are usually employed in direct support of ground troops tackling such targets as enemy troop

Tornado GR4 Over RAF Lossiemouth
A Tornado GR4 aircraft of 617 Squadron, Royal Air Force made famous by the Dambusters, flies high over its parent station of RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland

GR9 Harrier at Kandahar Airfield
A Harrier GR9 aircraft from 1(F) Squadron takes off from Kandahar Airfield, Helmand, Afghanistan. 1 (F) Squadron marked the end of Harrier air operations in Afghanistan in 2009

Tornado Refuelling
A 101 Squadron tanker refuels a Tornado GR4 aircraft high over the Middle East

Poster, Allied Air Offensive against Germany, WW2
Poster, Allied Air Offensive against Germany up to 1 January 1941 Date: 1941

Throwing Mills Grenades in Trenches 1917
Drawing showing the proper way in which a hand grenade should be thrown, safety pin removed, holding the lever down then pulling back, and lobbing it high into the air towards the enemies trenches

Communications During the British Advance 1916
A shell-stricken tree as a telegraph pole in the Western Front. Date: 1916

WW2 - Home Front - Land Girl hunting rats with ferrets and the results of one day's offensive in a Hereford Barn. Date: circa 1942

Cover of Diario de una Bandera by Francisco Franco. 1922
Cover of Diario de una Bandera by Francisco Franco.1922

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Battle of Ebro (1938). Poster on the republican offensive of July. SPAIN. Salamanca. Archivo Historico Nacional

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Per a Euzkadi l'ofensiva! (For Euskadi the Offensive!)

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Unearthing the Past: Reflecting on Offensive Moments in History" Step back in time to 1944, where the German Panzer tank dominated the battlefield during World War II. Delving into controversial territory, we stumble upon a racist Pears advertisement that serves as a stark reminder of our troubled past. The Battle of the Bulge comes to mind, showcasing the relentless struggle and sacrifice endured by soldiers on both sides. Amidst turmoil, hope emerges as RAF fast jets assist flood relief efforts from above, exemplifying humanity's resilience and compassion. Recalling moments of bravery, Coldstreamers charge fearlessly alongside their comrades on the Somme - an awe-inspiring display of courage. British troops at Gallipoli remind us of their unwavering determination amidst challenging circumstances; their legacy lives on today. A powerful image captures George V standing shoulder-to-shoulder with military leaders during the First World War - a symbol of unity and leadership. Peeking into history's cockpit, we witness Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 aircrafts soaring through skies with precision and might. Traveling back further in time to July 1916 brings us face-to-face with "Our Advance to (La) Boiselle, " where heroes fought valiantly for victory. Overhead views reveal breathtaking landscapes surrounding Royal Air Force Lossiemouth - a testament to nature's beauty intertwined with military prowess. Tornado GR4s equipped with Raptor Reconnaissance Pods demonstrate cutting-edge technology merging seamlessly with aerial operations.