The Great War Collection

Your Country Needs You Recruitment 1914 1910s UK Lord Kitchener propaganda WW1 slogans patriotism Caxton Alfred Leete, Eric Field (Copywriter)

The Red Cross 1910s USA rklf nurses ww1 itnt

Vintage World War One poster of a Marine Corps bulldog chasing a German dachshund. It reads, Teufel Hunden German Nickname For U.S. Marines, Devil Dog Recruiting Station

World War One poster of Marines charging into battle behind the American flag
Vintage World War One poster of Marines charging into battle behind the American flag. It declares - First In France, U.S. Marines

World War I first-aid station, artwork
World War I first-aid station. Artwork showing stretcher-bearers and wounded soldiers arriving at a first-aid station during the First World War (1914-1918)

First World War surveillance kite. US soldier being lifted up by a surveillance kite during the First World War (1914-1918)

Parade of Manchester Pals. The Manchester Regiment. World War One. Circa 1915

Canada, Nova Scotia, Halifax, Citadel Hill National Historic Site, military display for the end of World War One centenial, display of British trenches

A view of Menin Gate. Ypres, Belgium. September 1918

King George V, decribes an amusing incident which he experienced in the captured german trenches, to the King Albert I of the Belgiums. 25th August 1916. France. World War One

Captain Harold Lionel Spielmann of the 10th Regiment Manchester. Circa 1915

King George V, King Albert of Belgium and several staff officers stop for an impromptu lunch on a railway truck at Zeebrugge, France, Daily Mirror 18th December 1918. Published Photograph

Soldiers off leave during the first World War. Circa 1915

Rifles at all angels, slung, sloped, trailed and pitchfork style over their shoulder, this is a classic picture of the British soldier on route march. Machester. Circa 1914

Soldiers of the The Manchester Regiment 8th Battalion (Ardwick), marching along London Road, Manchester, on their return from Belgium at the end of the First World War

17th Battalion the Manchester Regiment marches proudly past Lord Kitchener at the Manchester Town Hall

King George V looking at a German dugout, Western Front, during World War I. King George V of Britain (1865-1936) and three officers touring what appear to be captured German trenches

Inspection in Heaton Park, City Battalions, Manchester Regiment, Circa 1915. World War One

Lord Kitchener (centered) outside the Manchester Town Hall. Circa 1915

The Great War, ( First World War, WW1, World War One ). Field Marshal Douglas Haig (Lord Haig), pictured in the Peace Day Procession ( London Victory Parade) in 1919. 19/07/1919

Irish National War Memorial Gardens, Islandbridge, Ireland, Irish War Memorial

Poster encouraging people to enlist with the British Army
Colour poster encouraging people to enlist with the British Army during World War One. Dated 1917

Poster encouraging people to enlist with the American Army
Colour poster encouraging people to enlist with the American Army. Uncle Sam is depicted offering a rifle to the potential volunteer. Dated 1917

World War One poster of a man looking through a window as troops march past
Vintage World War One poster of a man looking through a window as troops march past and an American flag waves. It reads, Enlist, On which side of the window are you?

English World War I propaganda poster featuring Lord Kitchener pointing at the viewer. It declares, Britons Your Country Needs You

DCLI Ceremonial gathering, Truro?, Cornwall. Around 1915
Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry soldiers in relaxed pose at a village ceremony. There are horses in foreground and a large crowd of smartly dressed onlookers are watching the ceremony

Discharge certificate for No. 121925 Pte Thomas Pescott, Machine Gun Corps Infantry)
Large and ornate certificate printed in red and black, showing two infantrymen standing before a seated Britannia. (World War One)

Blighty 1918 1910s UK first issue ww1 uniforms magazines hugging

Map Turkey Turkish Outbreak WWI World War One
Map of Turkey at the outbreak of WWI

Balkan States Map Country Countries Geography
Map of the Balkan States in 1914 at the start of World War One

HMS Aurora Arethusa-class Light Cruiser Service
HMS Aurora, an Arethusa-class light cruiser that saw service in World War I. From British Warships, published 1940

20th Century Archival Archive Battleship British
EDITORIAL HMS Ramillies. A Revenge-class super-dreadnought battleship. From British Warships, published 1940

A poster dating from around 1918 by American artist Horace Devitt Welsh for the U. S
A poster dating from around 1918 by American artist Horace Devitt Welsh for the U.S. Committee on Public Informations Division of Pictorial Publicity

Cover of 1918 sheet music edition of the popular patriotic World War One song Over There, words and music by George M. Cohan

A British Handley Page bomber is prepared for a bombing raid over Germany during the First World War. British propaganda photographs; England

Geoffrey Malins, 1886-1940, cinematographer, seen here in the fighting line during World War One. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

An early attempt at camouflage. A german soldier is seen here during WWI wearing a white cloak lest his dark uniform show up against the snow covered Polish landscape

King George V awarding a soldier the Victoria Cross, Britains highest honour to courage, during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Horses receiving medical care for the first time during WWI, special veterinary hospitals were established by the A. V
Horses receiving medical care for the first time during WWI, special veterinary hospitals were established by the A.V. C. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

British soldiers playing cards whilst behind enemy lines during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Women working as porters, guards and inspectors on the London underground railway during World War One. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

The railway carriage in which the Armistice to end World War One was signed, November 11, 1918. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Belgiums population was reduced to dire straits by the German invasion during WWI, seen here a street of bathing machines converted to houses, each machine housed one family

The scuttling of the German fleet at Scapa Flow, the sinking of the SMS Derfflinger, 1919. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Armoured cars at Biefvillers, France setting out on a reconnaissance during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

French troops making a daylight raid on German trenches in search of prisoners for information purposes. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Women packing and loading shell castings during WWI. From The Pageant of the Century, published 1934

Economy in fuel led to the adoption of the hay box, aka straw box, fireless cooker, insulation cooker, wonder oven or retained-heat cookers being used during World War I

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"The Great War: A Call to Arms and Unity" In the early 1910s, as tensions escalated across Europe, the United Kingdom found itself on the brink of a conflict that would shape history. Lord Kitchener's iconic recruitment campaign echoed through every corner of the nation - "Your Country Needs You. " The powerful propaganda posters depicting his stern face became synonymous with patriotism and duty. Amidst this fervor, an oil painting titled "Our Little Contemptibles" captured the spirit of resilience in 1914. It depicted brave soldiers marching forward despite overwhelming odds. Another recruitment poster urged men to enlist by invoking memories of Scarborough's tragic bombardment - "Remember Scarborough. Enlist Now. " Across the Atlantic, in America, dedicated nurses from organizations like The Red Cross joined forces to support their troops overseas during World War I. Their selflessness and unwavering commitment epitomized their country's resolve. Meanwhile, on snowy slopes far away from home, ski patrols engaged enemy scouts in combat. In a vibrant color lithograph named "The Snow Soldiers, " these daring individuals showcased their bravery amidst treacherous conditions. As years passed and battles raged on, commemorations such as the pilgrimage honoring those lost at Ortigara drew thousands of Alpine soldiers together. They paid tribute to fallen comrades who had fought valiantly for their countries' causes. Artistic expressions also emerged during this tumultuous time; one such example was "The War of Prodigies. " This captivating color lithograph portrayed young minds grappling with war's harsh realities while still displaying remarkable talent and potential. Back in Britain, a vivid recruitment campaign reminded citizens that teamwork was essential for success - "Teamwork Builds Ships. " This sentiment resonated deeply as communities rallied together towards a common goal. On the Western Front, black-and-white photographs immortalized British 18-pounder field guns thundering into action against formidable foes. These images served as a testament to the relentless determination of soldiers who fought in the trenches.