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"The Rifle: A Symbol of Courage, Resistance

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Rifle Collection: Actions of the Somme Crossings 1918
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Rifle Collection: Infantrymen of the U. S. Mars Task Force - 1944
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Rifle Collection: British and Indian soldiers - WWI allies (2 / 3)
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Rifle Collection: Warrior of the native American Indian Tribe, the Lipan, c. 18
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Rifle Collection: British Infantry 1810
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Rifle Collection: Examing German Prisoner
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Rifle Collection: Captain Frank Hamer, c. 1910 (b / w photo)
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Rifle Collection: The Election II: Canvassing for Votes, 1754-55 (oil on canvas)
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Rifle Collection: Troupes anglaises: le bagage de campagne, 1815 (hand-coloured etching)
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Rifle Collection: James Chuma and Abdullah Susi with David Livingstone artefacts, Newstead Abbey, England
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Rifle Collection: Scotland and France, Old Allies (colour litho)
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Rifle Collection: Four riflemen in action
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Rifle Collection: 1st Battalion Rifle Brigade
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Rifle Collection: My toy
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Rifle Collection: King Edward VII at one of his Royal shooting parties in Windsor Great Park - date unknown
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Rifle Collection: Two Gentlemen Going a Shooting, with a View of Creswell Crags, Taken on the Spot, ca
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Rifle Collection: The British South Africa Police, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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Rifle Collection: New Zealand Mounted Rifles, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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Rifle Collection: Juan Martin Diez El Empecinado (the Undaunted) defeats a column of French
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Rifle Collection: The Prince of Wales on a tiger hunt during his visit to India, 1876 (1901). Artist
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Rifle Collection: Driving A Cow Before Her, Laura Secord Passed The American Sentries, c1909, (c1920)
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Rifle Collection: Field Marshal Douglas Haig reviewing Canadian troops, Drocourt-Queant, 31 August 1918, (1926)
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Rifle Collection: Battle at the Porte St Denis, 28th July, 1830, Paris. Artist: Hippolyte Lecomte
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Rifle Collection: Army patrol in Malaya, 1957
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Rifle Collection: The German as a grenadier 1918
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Rifle Collection: Turkish poster celebrating defence of Gallipoli, WW1
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Rifle Collection: Changing the Guard at Buckingham Palace, New Guard marching, colourful spectacle
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Rifle Collection: Preparations for Hunting, 1836
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Rifle Collection: Review of Derbyshire Rifle Volunteers at Chatsworth Park, Uk, 1860 Engraving
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Rifle Collection: Caricature of the bashful faction. Engraving washed with watercolor
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Rifle Collection: REGULATORS REVOLT, 1771. Attempt to Pacify the Regulators. Edmund Fanning (far right)
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Rifle Collection: PHILIP METACOMET (d. 1676). Philip (Metacomet), Wampanoag Native American chief
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Rifle Collection: CALAMITY JANE (c1852-1903). Orig. Martha Jane Canary Burke: oil over a photograph, 1895
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Rifle Collection: Tiger attempting to reach big game hunter
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Rifle Collection: Gallipoli trench WWI
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Rifle Collection: Private - 83rd Regiment of Foot
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Rifle Collection: The pilot (on his first balloon strafe), WW1
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Rifle Collection: Pilot (on his first job) Chaps: I think I ve got a sitter
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Rifle Collection: Pilot (experiencing Archie for the first time), WW1
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Rifle Collection: RIFLE RELOADING TOOLS AD. An engraved advertisement for Winchester rifle reloading tools from
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Rifle Collection: M├®li├¿ss FILM, 1902. Scene from the 1902 film A Trip to the Moon, directed by Georges M├®li├¿s
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Rifle Collection: Cretan Military Leader
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Rifle Collection: Look-out in 1917
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Rifle Collection: Congo River
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Rifle Collection: Russian Soldiers Oath
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Rifle Collection: Racial / Canada / Courrier
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Rifle Collection: Surma plate
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Rifle Collection: Surma plate


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"The Rifle: A Symbol of Courage, Resistance, and Bravery Throughout History" From the valiant Rifleman of the 95th (Rifles) Regiment of Foot in the Battle of Pyrenees in 1813 to the heroic Geronimo, an American Apache leader photographed in 1887, the rifle has been a powerful tool that shaped nations and defended freedom. Depicting the Battle of Brandywine during the Revolutionary War, Howard Pyle's oil painting "The Nation Makers" immortalizes the pivotal role rifles played in securing independence. In World War I, a poignant cartoon titled "Better Hole" humorously highlights how soldiers relied on their rifles for survival. During World War II, a compelling poster asks if one's journey is truly necessary while showcasing a soldier with his trusty rifle by his side. The image serves as a reminder that rifles were not just weapons but lifelines protecting lives and liberties. In times of conflict closer to home, Laodicea Dicey Langston stands tall as she defends her elderly father against Loyalist troops during America's fight for freedom. Her unwavering determination symbolizes how rifles empowered individuals to protect what they held dear. Even beyond warfare scenarios, Native American attacks on western stagecoaches demonstrate how rifles were used both defensively and offensively throughout history. They became symbols of resistance against oppression and encroachment. Survivors from the 2nd Battalion Rifle Brigade stand united after enduring unimaginable hardships together. Their bond forged through shared experiences showcases not only their resilience but also their reliance on their trusted rifles. From Coldstream Guards proudly posing on Christmas cards to Territorial Army posters during inter-war periods promoting preparedness and vigilance - all emphasize how integral rifles have been in safeguarding peace at home and abroad. Throughout centuries past until today, whether it be defending borders or preserving ideals worth fighting for.