Set of Miniature Implements

Set of Miniature Implements

by | Sep 4, 2024 | Collection

Item details: Five miniature metal implements, each with a handle made of a brass bullet. The identity of the maker of this curious collection of tools is unknown. They were made by a soldier with time on his hands during the Siege of Ladysmith (1899 – 1902)...
Portrait of Sir John Moore by Thomas Lawrence

Portrait of Sir John Moore by Thomas Lawrence

by | Sep 4, 2024 | Collection

Item details: Oil on linen portrait of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) by Thomas Lawrence. H 74.5 x W 62 cm. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Moore began his military career at the age of 15 when he joined the British Army as an ensign. He quickly distinguished himself in...
A Concealed Crystal Wireless Set

A Concealed Crystal Wireless Set

by | Aug 20, 2024 | Collection, Featured Object

Item Details: Blue metal water bottle approximately 12cm x 17cm x 6cm with cork stopper, designed to conceal the wireless radio set including headphones. War has always been a catalyst for human ingenuity. One such remarkable example of creativity in the face of dire...
Wellington’s Court Dress

Wellington’s Court Dress

by | Aug 15, 2024 | Collection, Featured Object

Item Details: A long-tailed coatee, originally green, with black facings, silver epaulettes, and silver Rifle Brigade Buttons. When the British Army was reduced following the Napoleonic wars, the 95th Rifles became the Rifle Brigade, having distinguished itself too...
Salamanca Key

Salamanca Key

by | Aug 15, 2024 | Collection, Featured Object

“By God, that will do!”: The Key to Salamanca Item Details: A large, ornate key with the coat of arms of Salamanca engraved on the bow. The Battle of Salamanca, fought on 22 July 1812, was a significant victory during the Peninsular War. Commanded by Arthur Wellesley,...