Marshal Collection (#31)

Marshal Petain / Ils 1917
Marshal PHILIPPE PETAIN French general

Battle of Sedan / 1870
In the decisive battle of the war, French forces led by Marshal de McMahon are driven back by General de Moltkes army. The French are forced to surrender

Rus / Jap War / Oyama
Mukden : Japanese commander Marshal Oyama enters the city after Kuropatkin has withdrawn the Russian forces

Tom Mix / Lilywhite
TOM MIX US Marshal who became a film actor - he appeared in more than 400 Westerns

Marshal Che-Kan-Tang
Marshal CHE-KAN-TANG the spirit of a stone, which protects against evil spirits, depicted with his bow, has been honoured at least since the year 770

J-A Poniatowski
JOZEF ANTONI PONIATOWSKI Polish-born French soldier, marshal and statesman Date: 1763 - 1813

Battle of Mons 1792
At Mons, the French are overwhelmed by the Austrian artillery but brave Marshal Stettenhoffen shames his men into following when he leads the advance on the enemy

Marshal Petain / Postcard
Marshal PHILIPPE PETAIN A propaganda message in 1940 : I have been with you in glorious days. I am still with you in dark days. Be at my side

Field Marshal Hindenburg
PAUL VON HINDENBURG Looking sombre on the Western Front when a Field Marshal during World War One

Earl Marshals Court
COLLEGE OF ARMS OR HERALDS COLLEGE, Queen Victoria Street, London. An interior view showing the Earl Marshals Court which like the building dates from the 1670s. Date: 1850s

Pershing & Foch
Marshal Foch congratulates General Pershing of the American Expeditionary Force on their success after the Battle of Saint-Mihiel in September 1918

Karl G Wrangel / Miniature
KARL GUSTAV WRANGEL COUNT of SALMIS and SOLVESBORG Swedish admiral and marshal

George V as Soldier
as Field-Marshal of the British Army, soon to be embroiled in World War One

Gebhard Von Blucher / Mini
GEBHARD LEBERECHT VON BLUCHER Prince of Wahlstatt Prussian field marshal - aided Wellington in victory at Waterloo

1721 Frenchman on Horse
French Marshal of the Royal household on horseback

Viscount Allenby
Edward Henry Hynman Allenby, 1st Viscount Allenby Field Marshal

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Marshal, a title that carries with it the weight of honor and leadership. Field Marshal Sir Bernard Montgomery, a distinguished British Army Officer, exemplified these qualities throughout his career. From his involvement in World War I to commanding gliders ready for Operation Market Garden in the Second World War, Montgomery's strategic brilliance was unmatched. In the midst of battle, soldiers of the British First Airborne fought valiantly under Montgomery's command in Arnhem. Their unwavering dedication and courage were evident as they dug into their positions, determined to defend their ground against all odds. Montgomery's influence extended beyond the battlefield; he played a pivotal role at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, shaping future generations of military leaders. His expertise earned him respect from HRH The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh and many others who recognized his immense contributions to the armed forces. Known affectionately as "Monty, " Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery left an indelible mark on history. Whether leading troops or collaborating with Officers of Arms at Heralds College in 1952, he embodied strength and integrity. Even during moments of peace like the signing of the Armistice in Compiegne during WWI or gathering notable figures at the Abbey annexe for King George VI's coronation in 1937, Montgomery remained steadfast in his commitment to service. The legacy of this remarkable marshal lives on through wartime Toby jugs depicting scenes from battles he commanded. These intricate pieces serve as reminders not only of Monty himself but also pay tribute to all those who served alongside him. Field Marshal Sir Bernard Montgomery will forever be remembered as an iconic figure whose leadership shaped history and inspired generations to come.