Munitions Collection (#3)

Douglas a-26 Invader bombers close to Bonn, Germany
Vintage World War II photograph - official US military photo: Douglas a-26 Invader bombers dropping their munitions on an ammunition dump close to Bonn, Germany

British recruitment poster, Are You in this? WW1
British recruitment poster, design by Robert Baden-Powell, Are You in this? First World War. 1915

At an experimental gunnery camp in Manorbier, Wales, members of the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) are doing very secret work operating Kine- Theodolite instruments which record the burst of

Thousands of 3. 7 inch Anti Aircraft shell cases stacked up in a munitions factory
Thousands of 3.7 inch Anti Aircraft shell cases stacked up in a munitions factory somewhere in England during the Second World War. August 1941

The RAF 12000 lb Tallboy bomb, the first completely streamlined heavy bomb to be used during the second World War and the forerunner to the 22, 00 lb " Grand Slam" bomb which followed

Jacqueline Darcy, twenty three year old of the French Resistance (third right), who forged more than three hundred identity cards

An Avro Lancaster bomber which has been frequently flown as a Master bomber pictured after completing its 100th operation. She is Lancaster A-Able and is pictured with members of the ground crew

Leatherwork for howitzers and 8 pdr guns, made at Swindon Works, c. 1915
This array of items shows the type of leatherwork that was undertaken at Swindon Works for both howitzers and 8 pdr guns, as requested by the Royal Arsenal

6in. naval guns on display on Macaw B wagons at Swindon Works c. 1915
6in. naval guns on display on Macaw B wagons at Swindon Works. The guns were sent in from elsewhere, but the manufacture of 40 large field carriages upon which the guns were mounted was a specialist

Naval guns outside A Shop, Swindon Works c. 1915
Four 6in. naval guns are proudly displayed on the tracks outside of A Shop, with County Tank, No. 2232, in steam, just behind. The guns are mounted on carriages with limbers attached

World War 2 booklet It Can Now Be Revealed, published 1945
Throughout the war the British Railways Press Office issued a series of booklets that outlined the official story of the railways at war

2 PDR gun mounting, 1943
A side view of a 2-pounder pom-pom gun mounting built for the Admiralty at Swindon Works. This image was taken in the AM Shop in February 1943 and shows the ammunition positioned in the side trays

WW2 - Home Front - King George VI meets a young boy munition worker (15 year-old Leonard Fiske) during his inspection of a famous munitions factory - the lad continued to feed revolver bullets into

The New Krupp Munitions Factory, Essen, Germany Date: circa 1908

Germany, Baden-Wurttemburg, Karlsruhe, ZKM, Zentrum fur Kunst und Medientechnologie, modern art museum in former WW1-era munitions factory, exterior, dusk

Ammunition wagon on its way to Admiral Ferry, Lake Erie, USA early 1900s

Gibralter South Port - munitions on dockside - Victorian period

Hope munitions dump at Ypres during the First World War

King George V with munitions workers at Holmes and Co in Hull during the First World War

A British munitions factory during the First World War

Munitions factory in WW1

British Munitions factory during WW1

Loading shells onto a lorry in a munitions factory - WW1
Loading shells onto a lorry in a munitions factory during WW1

Loading shells onto a lorry in a munitions factory - WW0
Loading shells onto a lorry in a munitions factory during WW1

Honley Scotgate Munitions Workers early 1900s

Elswick Work, Newcastle upon Tyne early 1900's

Elswick Works, Newcastle upon Tyne early 1900's

Boys at Harrow School making munitions during WW1

WW2 - The Girls Of Today, Munitions
A WW2 children's book illustration from The Girls Of Today. The image shows a smiling munitions girl handling a large shell in the factory. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 - Shop 7
An illustrated front cover for a WW2 children's story book, Shop 7, written by Kenneth Hemingway. The image portrays a pair of wartime figures including a fashionably dressed young woman

WW2 - Gracie The Munitions Worker
A WW2 children's illustrated Gracie doll card, equipped with the uniform of a wartime female munitions worker, unfortunately missing the hat. Date: circa 1940s

WW2 British Munitions Worker
An illustration which portrays a female factory worker during WW2, possibly in the munitions industry. Date: circa 1941

WW2 British Munitions Factory
This illustration shows some workers stacking and moving WW2 munitions shells at a British factory. Date: circa 1941

The 155mm shell makes French soldier look small, WW1
WW1 The 155mm Shell makes French soldier (nicknamed Poilu) look small Date: circa 1916

Vinolia Advertisement Lady Of The lathe
An illustrated advertisement for Vinolia Co. Ltd. it is a promotion of Royal Vinolia cream, the image, titled Lady of the Lathe, shows a female munitions worker

RMS Lusitania - propaganda medal, leaflet and other items
RMS Lusitania - Carlton ware model 6.5 inches, together with German propaganda medal, leaflet, and other items. The bronze German Lusitania medal was designed by Karl Goetz

Boer and British munition mementos
Photograph shows the Boer and British munitions (cartridges) shot, used in the second Boer War (11th October 1899- 31st May 1902)

Military Camp
Lithograph of what seems to be a military camp, with stacked munitions and heavy artillery, a soldier sits by his horse, speaking with another beside the big gun. Date: circa 1919

A destroyed munitions factory at Quievrain, Belgium
A destroyed German munitions factory at Quievrain, in occupied Belgium, after an allied bombing raid in the First World War. Date: circa 1917

Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). Milicianos! No dsperdicieis municiones, viveres ni energias (Militia! Don't waste neither munitions, provisions nor energies)

Scene in Woolwich Arsenal, London showing an armstrong gun being made. This gun was introduced into the British Army in 1859

MR M, DEATH RAY INVENTOR
Grindell Matthews, the inventor of a death ray which will destroy aircraft or explode munitions depots at a distance Date: 1924

Cartoon, Delivering the Goods (Lloyd-George)
Cartoon, Delivering the Goods - British politician David Lloyd-George delivering munitions of war on horses labelled Labour and Capital. Date: 1915

The Women's Right to Serve Demonstration: Mrs. Pankhurst and Friends, from The Illustrated War News
STC312613 The Women's Right to Serve Demonstration: Mrs. Pankhurst and Friends, from The Illustrated War News, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

WSPU Right to Serve march to demand work in munitions, 1915 (b/w photo)
2906468 WSPU Right to Serve march to demand work in munitions, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection

Women making bullets, 1915 (b/w photo)
2920858 Women making bullets, 1915 (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection

The Good Frenchman, c. 1916 (colour litho)
698828 The Good Frenchman, c.1916 (colour litho) by Arnoux, Guy (1886-1951); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: le bon Francais;); © Archives Charmet

The Filling Factory, Hereford, 1918 (w/c and crayon)
WFA80827 The Filling Factory, Hereford, 1918 (w/c and crayon) by Ginner, Charles (1878-1952); 38.1x45.7 cm; Wolseley Fine Arts, London, UK; (add.info.: by Charles Ginner)

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"Munitions: Unveiling the Hidden Heroes of War" A glimpse into history: A German propaganda poster from WW1 showcases the power in shaping the outcome of battles. Breaking barriers: In 1917, a women's war workers football match in London defied gender norms, highlighting their crucial role in munitions production during WW1. Honoring dedication: David Lloyd George's visit to Newport during WW1 acknowledges the immense contribution of munition workers towards victory on the frontlines. Mobilizing strength: The iconic "Women of Britain" World War Two poster encourages women to join the workforce and support munitions production for national defense. Capturing resilience: Fortunio Matania's artwork immortalizes female munition workers, showcasing their determination and sacrifice during times of conflict. Advancing firepower: Witness the formidable Brimstone air-to-ground missile mounted on a triple launcher, exemplifying technological advancements in modern-day munitions. Engineering excellence: Swindon Works' 8in howitzer gun carriage on an Open B wagon stands as a testament to British craftsmanship during WW1. Recognizing valor: Women receive well-deserved honors for their unwavering commitment as they stepped up to fill vital roles within the munitions industry during WW1. Fueling victory responsibly: A poignant WWII poster reminds citizens not to waste precious resources with its clever slogan - "Don't be fuel-ish. " Empowering women through work: Known as "Lloyd George's Munition Girls, " these brave individuals played an instrumental role in supporting Britain's war efforts during WW1. Noble service by Lady Constance Stewart-Richardson shines light upon influential figures who championed women's involvement in wartime industries during WW1. Sterling Ladies rise above adversity as they form a remarkable all-female football team amidst the chaos of WW1, showcasing their resilience and unity in munitions factories.