Slings Collection

Ancient Dog Armour - 2
A dog in armour, to protect it against the slings and arrows of human combat

Men at Yarrow Military Hospital. These may be a mixture of staff and patients. None are wearing hospital blues though some have arm slings. Some have the RAMC badge on their arm

Roman soldiers: Stone slingers and their equipment
536373 Roman soldiers: Stone slingers and their equipment.; (add.info.: Roman soldiers: Stone slingers and their equipment)

Roman soldiers delivering Greek fire by means of arrows and slings. From Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon..., Antwerp
536370 Roman soldiers delivering Greek fire by means of arrows and slings. From Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon..., Antwerp, 1605

Cruize of HMS Ruby to Staten Island and the Beagle Channel (engraving)
1595739 Cruize of HMS Ruby to Staten Island and the Beagle Channel (engraving) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Horses at sea, using slings WWI
Thousands of war horses were bought from all over Britain to serve with British Forces in World War One. They were used to carry supplies and ammunition, transport the wounded and to pull guns

Saturday Morning in the Great Eastern Free Dispensary, relieving Distress among the Sick Poor (litho)
6021959 Saturday Morning in the Great Eastern Free Dispensary, relieving Distress among the Sick Poor (litho) by American School

Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871
LLM454537 Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871)

The Royal Veterinary College (engraving)
1592027 The Royal Veterinary College (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Veterinary College)

Casualties 1870
German soldiers are ministered to by nurses during the Franco-Prussian War. Date: 1870

Temporary Treatment of Bone Fractures, including rifle used as a splint, cricket bat used as a splint, slings, triangular bandages, shawl caps, huntsmans whips used as splint

Two Zulu Mothers carrying their children, using hide slings across their backs - Southern Africa. Date: circa 1909

Temporary Treatment Of Fractures. From The Household Physician, Published Circa 1890

Roman soldiers: Stone slingers and their equipment. Three men all carrying short hand slings, while on ground are sling sticks which gave missiles greater impetus

Roman soldiers delivering Greek fire by means of arrows and slings. From Justus Lipsius Poliorceticon... Antwerp, 1605. Copperplate engraving

Rock Salt: Miners being lowered down the shaft on rope slings to begin their shift in the salt mine at Wieliczka, Galicia, Poland. Mine worked for 1, 000 67 miles of Very pure deposit

Roman soldiers attacking the walls of a fortress with scaling ladders, slings and spears, while the defenders are holding them off with nets, hot liquid, spears and various missiles

NFS-London Region 100ft turntable rescue sling, WW2
A turntable ladder rescue sling being demonstrated at the Regional fire headquarters, Lambeth SE1

Oberleutnant von Brandis who stormed Fort Douaumont
Oberleutnant von Brandis (left) in command of German troops who stormed and took Fort Douaumont in the early days of the Battle of Verdun in World War One

Illustrations of large and small arm slings
Illustration of a large arm sling (left) and a small arm sling (right)

Slings / Heated Stones
Using slings with heated stones

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Slings have played a significant role throughout history, serving various purposes and aiding in different situations. From ancient dog armor to temporary treatment of fractures, they have proven their versatility and effectiveness. In the realm of warfare, they were utilized by Roman soldiers as stone slingers. These skilled warriors carried short hand slings, showcasing their expertise in long-range attacks. Similarly, during the siege of Salerno in 871, Landemaro relied on slings to defend his position against enemy forces. Moving forward in time to World War I, horses at sea found solace with the use of slings. These ingenious contraptions allowed for safe transportation across treacherous waters and ensured the well-being of these noble creatures. Not limited to military applications alone, it also found their place in healthcare settings. At Yarrow Military Hospital and the Great Eastern Free Dispensary on Saturday mornings, medical professionals worked tirelessly to relieve distress among the sick poor. Temporary treatment of bone fractures was made possible through innovative sling techniques that provided support and stability. The significance extended beyond humans; even animals benefited from this invention. The Royal Veterinary College recognized its value and incorporated it into their practices for treating injured animals effectively. Throughout history and across continents, diverse cultures embraced the utility of slings. Two Zulu mothers carrying their children exemplify how this simple yet effective tool aided them in daily life tasks while ensuring safety for both mother and child. As technology advanced over time, engravings depicting HMS Ruby's cruise to Staten Island showcased how sailors used slings during naval expeditions along the Beagle Channel—an illustration highlighting human adaptability amidst challenging circumstances. Lastly but not leastly are casualties from 1870 who received care thanks to temporary fracture treatments involving carefully crafted sling solutions—a testament to human resilience when faced with adversity. From ancient times until today, whether protecting dogs or horses at sea or providing relief for those in need, they have proven to be an invaluable tool.