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Tippoo Sahib at the Lines of Travancore, c1891. Creator: James GrantTippoo Sahib at the Lines of Travancore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]
Tippoo Sahib, c1891. Creator: James GrantTippoo Sahib, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]
Captain James Cook taking possession of New South Wales in the name of the British Crown, 1770. James Cook (1728-1779), English explorer, navigator and hydrographer, made three voyages of discovery
Death to World Imperialism, poster, 1919. Artist: Dmitriy Stakhievich MoorDeath to World Imperialism, poster, 1919. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow
Plan of the Marches near Isandhlwana between Jan. 12th and 22nd, 1879, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]
Major General Sir Bindon Blood, British soldier, 1902. Artist: Elliott & FryBindon Blood, British soldier, 1902. Blood (1842-1940), commanding Meerut District, Bengal, was one of the few officers to see action in both the Zulu and Afghan campaigns of 1879
The Rhodes Colossus, 1892 Artist: Edward Linley SambourneThe Rhodes Colossus, 1892. Cecil Rhodes (1853-1902), English-born South African businessman and statesman, shown striding across Africa from Cape Town to Cairo with a telegraph wire
Map of Africa, 1902. Creator: UnknownMap of Africa, 1902. Showing colonial possessions including French West Africa and German South West Africa, with insets of Table Bay in South Africa, and British and German East Africa
Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, 1879, (c1880). Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant
Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant
Insignia of the Order of the British Empire, 1953. The piece is part of the Royal Collection at the Tower of London. From The Crown Jewels, by Martin Holmes FSA
Of the Imperial Cadet Corps, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L MenpesOf the Imperial Cadet Corps, 1903. From The Durbar, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [Adam and Charles Black, London, 1903]
Juan Martin Diez El Empecinado (the Undaunted) defeats a column of French soldiers in the Battle of Retortillo, Spanish War of Independence 1808-1813
In the Temple of Amritsar, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington MenpesIn the Temple of Amritsar, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
A Native Bullock-cart, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington MenpesA Native Bullock-cart, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
Leisure Hours, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington MenpesLeisure Hours, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
The Red Shutter, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington MenpesThe Red Shutter, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
Plan of the Battle of Isandhlwana, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]
There Was A Hand-To-Hand Struggle, 1902. Artist: WR WollenThere Was A Hand-To-Hand Struggle, 1902. In the aftermath of their victory at the Battle of Isandlwana, the Zulus mounted an attack on the British border post at Rorkes Drift
Massacre in the boats off Cawnpore, 1857, (c1860). Massacre of British civilians in what is now known as Kanpur, India. Illustration from The History of the Indian Mutiny, by Charles Ball, Volume I
Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-1885)Landing Troops at the Khedives Palace at Alexandria after the Bombardment, 1882, (c1882-85). Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant
Field-Marshal Sir G. Pollock, G.C.B. the new Constable of the Tower of London, 1871. Creator: UnknownField-Marshal Sir G. Pollock, G.C.B. the new Constable of the Tower of London, 1871. Engraving after a photograph by John Watkins
Plate given to the Royal Engineers by Indian engineer officers, 1871. Creator: UnknownPlate given to the Royal Engineers by Indian engineer officers, 1871. 'General Sir John Cheape, in the name of the Engineer officers formerly in the Hon
The Courthouse at Calcutta, 1871. Creator: UnknownThe Courthouse at Calcutta, 1871. 'From the Indian papers just received we learn that the assassination of Mr. Norman, Acting Chief Justice of Bengal
H.M.S. Rinaldo bombarding Salangore, in the Strait of Malacca, 1871. Creator: UnknownH.M.S. Rinaldo bombarding Salangore, in the Strait of Malacca, 1871. Royal navy warship at '...Salangore, ...a town situated at the mouth of the river which bears the same name
The late Hon. J. P. Norman, Deputy Chief Justice of Bengal, 1871. Creator: UnknownThe late Hon. J. P. Norman, Deputy Chief Justice of Bengal, [India], 1871. 'The atrocious murder of the acting Chief Justice of Bengal, when entering the High Court in the Townhall of Calcutta
The Trouble In Cuba. Uncle Sam: "I've had my eye on that morsel for a long time guess... 1895The Trouble In Cuba. Uncle Sam: "I've had my eye on that morsel for a long time guess I'll have to take it in!", 1895. Private Collection
Statue of Sir James Outram, Thames Embankment, 1871. Creator: UnknownStatue of Sir James Outram, Thames Embankment, [London], 1871. 'The bronze statue of Lieutenant-General Sir James Outram, erected in the gardens of the Thames Embankment...is of heroic size
The Royal Indian Engineering College, Cooper's Hill, Egham, 1871. Creator: UnknownThe Royal Indian Engineering College, Cooper's Hill, Egham, Surrey, 1871. Building '...adapted and occupied for a College of Civil Engineering for the service of the Government of India...By
Ten thousand miles from tip to tip, the American Eagle spreads his wings from the... 1898. Creator: AnonymousTen thousand miles from tip to tip, the American Eagle spreads his wings from the Philippines to Porto Rico, 1898. Private Collection
A tiger-hunting party in India: preparing to start, 1870. Creator: UnknownA tiger-hunting party in India: preparing to start, 1870. Engraving of a photograph by Colonel Ross, commanding the 24th (Second Warwickshire) Regiment of Foot, of a hunt near Hyderabad
Fatal accident at Fort St. George, Madras, 1870. Creator: UnknownFatal accident at Fort St. George, Madras, 1870. 'A party of Royal Artillery, stationed at Fort St. George, Madras [present-day Chennai, India], were practising on Nov
New Government House at Gunesh Khind, Poonah, Bombay, 1870. Creator: UnknownNew Government House at Gunesh Khind, Poonah, Bombay, 1870. The British in India. A mansion '...designed by Mr. Trubshawe...[and] constructed, under the direction of Colonel M
Departure of the Duke of Edinburgh from the Parell Station...Great Indian Peninsular Railway, 1870. Creator: UnknownDeparture of the Duke of Edinburgh from the Parell Station of the Great Indian Peninsular Railway, 1870. The prince '...was accompanied by Sir Seymour Fitzgerald, the Governor of Bombay
Opening the Mayo Colliery at Gogose, Chandah, India, 1870. Creator: UnknownOpening the Mayo Colliery at Gogose, Chandah, Central Provinces, India, 1870. Engraving of a sketch by 'Mr. H. Rivett Carnac
Calcutta, from the Plassey Gate, 1870. Creator: UnknownCalcutta, from the Plassey Gate, 1870. The British in India. Engraving '...from a photograph taken on the ramparts of the Plassey Gate, or Lal Deroisa (literally meaning in Hindostanee "red door")
Fort Church and South Barracks, Calcutta, 1870. Creator: UnknownFort Church and South Barracks, Calcutta, 1870. The British in India. Engraving of '...the Church of St Peter, which is very centrally situated. The interior consists of a nave and two side aisles
Khangaon Cotton Market, West Berar, India, 1870. Creator: UnknownKhangaon Cotton Market, West Berar, India, 1870. 'The small town of Khangaon...has become a place of great commercial importance
Entry of the Governor-General of India into Peshawur, 1870. Creator: UnknownEntry of the Governor-General of India into Peshawur, 1870. The British in India. 'The tour lately made by the Earl of Mayo, among the frontier stations of the Punjaub
Government House Fort and Dalhousie Barracks, Calcutta, 1870. Creator: UnknownGovernment House Fort and Dalhousie Barracks, Calcutta, 1870. The British in India - huge piles of cannonballs. Engraving showing '...what used to be Government House, in the Fort
Victim of an Indian fanatic: the late Lieutenant-Colonel Sir William Hutt Curzon Wyllie... 1909. Creator: Elliott & FryVictim of an Indian fanatic: the late Lieutenant-Colonel Sir William Hutt Curzon Wyllie, K.C.I.E. assassinated at the Imperial Institute, 1909
Road steamer and omnibus for the Indian Government, 1871. Creator: UnknownRoad steamer and omnibus for the Indian Government, 1871. Engine "Chenab" pulling an omnibus labelled "Govt. Steam Train - New Favorite - Jhelum & Rawulpindie". From "Illustrated London News", 1871
Office of the Telegraph Company at Bombay, 1870. Creator: UnknownOffice of the Telegraph Company at Bombay, 1870. 'We have received from Dr. E. W. James, civil surgeon to the British station at Aden
Waiting for the arrival of the Duke of Edinburgh at Government House, Calcutta, 1870. Creator: C. RWaiting for the arrival of the Duke of Edinburgh at Government House, Calcutta, 1870. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Humpidge
The Nicobar Islands, in the Indian Ocean, 1870. Creator: UnknownThe Nicobar Islands, in the Indian Ocean, 1870. Sketch from a photograph by Captain J.M. Williams, Assistant Government engineer of Mysore, who accompanied the naval squadron's expedition
Map of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & SonMap of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Map showing colonial possessions including the Belgian Congo, British East Africa, German East Africa, Northern Rhodesia and Portuguese East Africa
Poland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & SonPoland and the Partitions of 1772, 1793 & 1795, (c1920). Map showing how territory in Europe was divided between the empires of Russia, Prussia and Austria in the 18th century
Political Map of Africa, 1914, (1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & SonPolitical Map of Africa, 1914, (1920). Colonial possessions in Africa at the start of the First World War. British colonies are pink, French - green, German - orange, Portuguese - purple
The Afghan War, 1878-80: 91st Highlanders and the 2nd Gurkas storming Gandia Mullah, 1901The Afghan War, 1878-80: 91st Highlanders and the 2nd Gurkas storming Gandia Mullah, (1901). Episode during the Battle of Kandahar in the Second Anglo-Afghan War in Afghanistan
The Battle of Plassey, (1757), 1890. Creator: UnknownThe Battle of Plassey, (1757), 1890. The Battle of Plassey, a decisive victory for the British East India Company over the Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal and his French allies on 23 June 1757
Mafeking: Eloffs Desperate Attack on the Eve of the Relief, (1901). Creator: UnknownMafeking: Eloffs Desperate Attack on the Eve of the Relief, (1901). The town of Mafeking, (now called Mahikeng, in South Africa)
The World in the Elizabethan Era, 1926. Creators: Unknown, Emery Walker LtdThe World in the Elizabethan Era, 1926. Map of the world during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I (1558-1603). The key shows: Mediaeval Trade routes, (the shipping in Asiatic seas was oriental)
At Close of Day, 1936. Creator: R L LekhiAt Close of Day, 1936. Indian man sitting on a charpoy smoking a hookah. From " The Civil and Military Gazette" Annual, 1936. [India, 1936]
Partition of China at the time of the Boxer Rebellion, 1900. Private Collection
World Map showing the British Empire, 1902. Creator: UnknownWorld Map showing the British Empire, 1902. British possessions coloured red. From The Century Atlas of the World. [John Walker & Co, Ltd. London, 1902]
Trinity Church, Rangoon, British Burmah, 1869. Creator: UnknownTrinity Church, Rangoon, British Burmah, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Bentley and Jackson. 'Rangoon now contains two Episcopal churches - Christ Church, in the cantonment
The Sassoon Hospital at Poonah near Bombay, 1868. Creator: UnknownThe Sassoon Hospital at Poonah near Bombay, [Pune, Mumbai, India], 1868. View of a '...hospital for the poor, erected chiefly by the munificence of the late Mr
The late Field Marshal Lord Gough, 1869. Creator: UnknownThe late Field Marshal Lord Gough, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Maull and Co. 'At thirteen years of age Hugh Gough obtained a commission in his father's regiment...[he served] in the 87th
The Indian Store Department, Belvedere-Road, Lambeth, 1868. Creator: UnknownHer Majesty's Indian Government Store Department, Belvedere-Road, Lambeth, [south London], 1868. 'Through this range of buildings
The Crusaders' Challenge Cup for the Colombo Races, 1869. Creator: UnknownThe Crusaders' Challenge Cup for the Colombo Races, 1869. 'Messrs. Ellis Brothers, silversmiths, of High-street, Exeter - the firm whose head is Mr. H. S
The Ameer of Cabool on his way to Peshawur, 1869. Creator: UnknownThe Ameer of Cabool on his way to Peshawur, 1869. '...the Ameer's party and the escort passing Jumrood, [on their way to meet Lord Mayo, Governor-General of India at Umballah in the Punjab
The Durbar at Umballah: meeting of the Governor-General of India and the Ameer of Cabul, 1869. Creator: UnknownThe Durbar at Umballah: meeting of the Governor-General of India and the Ameer of Cabul, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Captain Taylor, aide-de-camp, showing '...members of Council
The Durbar at Lucknow: return visit of the Governor-General to the Rajah of Kapoorthulla... 1868. Creator: UnknownThe Durbar at Lucknow: return visit of the Governor-General to the Rajah of Kapoorthulla - presentation of gifts, 1868. Engraving from a drawing by Mr. R. Clint
Part of the Old Fort, Calcutta, 1869. Creator: UnknownPart of the Old Fort, Calcutta, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Baker. 'The Old Fort, on the site now partly occupied by the custom-house, was founded by Lord Clive
Lighthouse on Colaba Point, near Bombay, 1868. Creator: UnknownLighthouse on Colaba Point, near Bombay, [India], 1868. 'The Colaba Lighthouse is situated at the south end of the Colaba Point, 18 deg. 53 min. 32 sec. north latitude, 72 deg. 48 min, 5 sec
Embarking elephants at Bombay for the Abyssinian Expedition, 1868. Creator: C. REmbarking elephants at Bombay for the Abyssinian Expedition, 1868. Engraving of a sketch by Mr. Frank J. Capp, Bombay Staff Corps
Lighthouse on Kennery Island, near Bombay, 1868. Creator: UnknownLighthouse on Kennery Island, near Bombay, [India], 1868. Lighthouse warning ships of dangerous reefs, designed by Swan, Musgrave, and Ellison
Monument of Field Marshal Lord Clyde, by Baron Marochetti, in Waterloo-Place, 1868. Creator: UnknownMonument of Field Marshal Lord Clyde, by Baron Marochetti, in Waterloo-Place, [London], 1868. Statue of British Army officer Colin Campbell who served in the Peninsular War, the War of 1812
Monument in Glasgow Cathedral to the memory of...the 71st Regiment, by W. Brodie, R.S.A. 1868. Creator: UnknownMonument in Glasgow Cathedral to the memory of officers and men the 71st Regiment, by W. Brodie, R.S.A. 1868. 'The monument which has been erected in Glasgow Cathedral to the memory of those officers
Merchant-Street, Rangoon, British Burmah, 1869. Creator: UnknownMerchant-Street, Rangoon, British Burmah, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Bentley and Jackson. 'When the first British expedition to Burmah...landed at the port of Rangoon in May, 1824
Arch in the Old Fort, Calcutta, 1869. Creator: UnknownArch in the Old Fort, Calcutta, 1869. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Baker. 'The Old Fort, on the site now partly occupied by the custom-house, was founded by Lord Clive
All Saints' Church, Sehore, Bhopal, India, 1869. Creator: UnknownAll Saints' Church, Sehore, Bhopal, India, 1869. 'This church, which is built on a peculiar plan to provide against the heat and glare of the Indian climate
Italians taking possession of Tripoli, 1911. Creator: Bain News ServiceItalians taking possession of Tripoli, 1911. Shows Italian troops entering Tripoli, Libya during the Turco-Italian War (Italo-Turkish War) which took place between September 1911 and October 1912
King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1911. Creator: Bain News ServiceKing George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1911
King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1910. Creator: Bain News ServiceKing George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1910
King Emperor's Hunt in India, 1911. Creator: Bain News ServiceKing Emperor's Hunt in India, 1911. Shows George V of England, who traveled to India in December 1911 to be installed as King-Emperor of India, on a hunting trip in Nepal, December 1911
Statue of the late Right Hon. James Wilson, Finance Minister for India, J. Steell...Calcutta, 1865. Creator: UnknownStatue of the late Right Hon. James Wilson, Finance Minister for India, by J. Steell, R.S.A, to be erected at Calcutta, 1865. A statue of the late Right Hon
Surrender of the New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, to Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Creator: UnknownSurrender of the New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, to Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Engraving of a sketch by Major Tupper. Thompson, with twenty-five followers, came galloping forward
The New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, negotiating with Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe New Zealand Chief, William Thompson, negotiating with Brigadier-General Carey, 1865. Engraving of a sketch by Major Tupper
Telegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Creator: John DowerTelegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Map showing...the progress of telegraphic communication from England in the directions of India, China
The murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: capture of the Rev. Mr. Volkner... 1865. Creator: UnknownThe murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: capture of the Rev. Mr. Volkner on board the schooner Eclipse, at Levy's Wharf, Opotiki, 1865
The murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: scene of the murder of Rev. Volkner, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: scene of the murder of Rev. Volkner, 1865. The war of races which has been going on for two or three years past...does not seem likely to
Prizes and Prize-Winners of the Calcutta Volunteer Rifle Matches at Barrackpore, 1865. Creator: UnknownPrizes and Prize-Winners of the Calcutta Volunteer Rifle Matches at Barrackpore, [India], 1865. Participants in...competitive trials in skill as marksmen...The gentlemen grouped around this table are
The murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: savage dance...Pai Marire Fanatics, 1865. Creator: UnknownThe murder of a missionary by the Maoris in New Zealand: savage dance of the Pai Marire Fanatics, 1865. The war of races which has been going on for two or three years past in several provinces of
