THE RORY LEWIS MILITARY ARCHIVE Honoring military heroes through portraits and storytelling
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OUR FOUNDATION
The Heroes in Focus Foundation, founded by acclaimed portrait photographer Rory Lewis, is dedicated to honoring and preserving the stories of military and service personnel through powerful portraiture and narrative. The foundation fosters empathy and understanding between civilian and military communities by highlighting the heroism, sacrifice, and diversity of those who serve.
A key part of its mission is to create a living archive of Rory Lewis’s military portraiture, offering these images for educational use, academic lectures, museum collections, and curated exhibitions. Through this growing archive, Heroes in Focus not only documents service but also ensures these legacies endure and continue to inspire future generations.
By bridging the worlds of art, service, and education, the foundation shines a lasting light on the extraordinary lives of those who protect and serve.
SPOTLIGHT on british GENERALS
The Rory Lewis Archive is a powerful visual record of contemporary military history, capturing the faces and stories of some of the most senior leaders in the British Armed Forces. Through striking, intimate portraiture, Rory Lewis has documented generals, commanders, and decorated veterans—each image a testament to leadership, sacrifice, and service.
Many of these portraits are now part of prestigious public collections, including the National Portrait Gallery and the National Army Museum, preserving their legacy for generations to come. This archive stands as both an artistic and historical resource, spotlighting those who have shaped modern military service in Britain and beyond.
Education Series: Understanding British Military Leadership
Featured Topic: British Field Marshals
Dive into the highest rank of the British Army with our first educational spotlight on Field Marshals—the most senior military leaders in British history. From Wellington to Montgomery, discover the role, rank, and legacy of those entrusted with commanding the full might of the British Armed Forces.
Explore rare portraits, historical insights, and visual storytelling through the lens of photographer Rory Lewis, who has dedicated his career to capturing military leadership. This series aims to educate, engage, and preserve the heritage of service—beginning with those who have shaped military strategy on a global scale.
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