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British Battles On Land And Sea Collection

"British Battles on Land and Sea: A Glimpse into Historical Conquests" Step back in time with these captivating artworks from the late 19th century

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Lochiels Charge at Killycrankie, 27 July 1689, (c1880)

Lochiels Charge at Killycrankie, 27 July 1689, (c1880). The Battle of Killiecrankie was fought between Highland Scottish clans supporting King James II and VII

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, 1879, (c1880)

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

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880

Plan of the Defences at Rorkes Drift, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880
Plan 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

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Plan of the Marches near Isandhlwana between Jan. 12th and 22nd, 1879, c1880

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]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: The Battle of Stirling Bridge, 11 September 1297, (c1880)

The Battle of Stirling Bridge, 11 September 1297, (c1880). The Battle of Stirling Bridge was a battle of the First War of Scottish Independence

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Guadaloupe, c1880. Artist: W. P

Guadaloupe, c1880. Artist: W. P
Guadaloupe, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Plan of the Battle of Isandhlwana, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880

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]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: 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, (c1882-1885)
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

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Umballa, c1880

Umballa, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Cathcarts Hill, c1880

Cathcarts Hill, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: President Krugers Country House, c1880

President Krugers Country House, c1880. Episode of the First Boer War, (1880-1881). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Plan of the Road from the Shutargardan Pass to Cabul, c1880

Plan of the Road from the Shutargardan Pass to Cabul, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: General Gordon, c1885

General Gordon, c1885. Charles George Gordon, (1833-1885), British Army officer. After a photograph by Adams & Scanlan. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: William Wallace, c1270-1305, (c1880)

William Wallace, c1270-1305, (c1880). Sir William Wallace (c1270- 23 August 1305) was a Scottish knight who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the late 13th

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Battle of Navarino, c1880. Artist: C. R

Battle of Navarino, c1880. Artist: C. R
Battle of Navarino, c1880. Episode of Greek War of Independence (1821-1832). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Colonel Fitzgeralds Charge at San Sebastian, c1880

Colonel Fitzgeralds Charge at San Sebastian, c1880. Field Marshal Sir John Forster FitzGerald (c1785-1877), Irish officer in the British Army. Episode of the Peninsula War (1807-1814)

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Ismailia, c1882

Ismailia, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: General Sir Frederick Haines, Commander-in-Chief of the Army in India, c1880

General Sir Frederick Haines, Commander-in-Chief of the Army in India, c1880. Frederick Paul Haines (1819-1909), British Army officer. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Captain St. John Frome, c1880

Captain St. John Frome, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, from 1878 to 1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Lord Alcester, c1882

Lord Alcester, c1882. Frederick Beauchamp Paget Seymour, 1st Baron Alcester (1821-1895), British naval commander. After a photograph by J. McLardy. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Battle of Baba Wali: The Highlanders Clearing a Village, c1880

Battle of Baba Wali: The Highlanders Clearing a Village, c1880. Episode of the Second Anglo-Afghan War, from 1878 to 1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Edward III, c1880

Edward III, c1880. Edward III (1312-1377), King of England. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Burning of Coomassie, c1880

Burning of Coomassie, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Captain Sartorius, c1880

Captain Sartorius, c1880. Reginald William Sartorius (1841-1907), British Indian Army officer. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: King Koffees Palace, c1880

King Koffees Palace, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Amoaful, c1880. Artist: W. P

Amoaful, c1880. Artist: W. P
Amoaful, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874).From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Advance of Highlanders, c1880. Artist: T. R

Advance of Highlanders, c1880. Artist: T. R
Advance of Highlanders, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: A Skirmish in the Forest, c1880

A Skirmish in the Forest, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: In the Bush, c1880. Artist: John Greenaway

In the Bush, c1880. Artist: John Greenaway
In the Bush, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: On the march from Elmina, c1880

On the march from Elmina, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Sir Garnet Wolseley, c1880

Sir Garnet Wolseley, c1880. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley (1833-1913), Anglo-Irish officer. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: A Cape Coast King and his Court, c1880

A Cape Coast King and his Court, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Village on the West Coast of Africa, c1880

Village on the West Coast of Africa, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Warrior of Elmina, c1880

Warrior of Elmina, c1880. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: View of the Himalayan Range, c1880

View of the Himalayan Range, c1880. Episode of the Bhutan War (1864-1865). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Tattooing a Maori Chief, c1880

Tattooing a Maori Chief, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: New Zealand War-Dance, c1880

New Zealand War-Dance, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: New Zealand Landscape, c1880

New Zealand Landscape, c1880. Episode of the First Taranaki War (1860-1861). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Fall of Lucknow, c1880

Fall of Lucknow, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Captain Hope Johnstone Bringing News of the Capture, c1880

Captain Hope Johnstone Bringing News of the Capture, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Teheran, c1880. Artist: Joseph Swain

Teheran, c1880. Artist: Joseph Swain
Teheran, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Captain Peel, c1880

Captain Peel, c1880. Sir William Peel (1824-1858), British naval officer. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: An Incident in the Mutiny at Allahabad, c1880. Artist: C. R

An Incident in the Mutiny at Allahabad, c1880. Artist: C. R
An Incident in the Mutiny at Allahabad, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Sir James Outram, c1880

Sir James Outram, c1880. Sir James Outram, 1st Baronet, (1803-1863), British Army officer. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Allahabad, c1880

Allahabad, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Benares, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch

Benares, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch
Benares, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Fort William, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch

Fort William, c1880. Artist: Richard Principal Leitch
Fort William, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

Background imageBritish Battles On Land And Sea Collection: Daly and I Drew Our Swords, and Rushed Up The Rocks, c1880

Daly and I Drew Our Swords, and Rushed Up The Rocks, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Persian War (1856-1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant



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"British Battles on Land and Sea: A Glimpse into Historical Conquests" Step back in time with these captivating artworks from the late 19th century, showcasing significant British battles on both land and sea. From the lush landscapes of Guadaloupe to the desolate plains of Isandhlwana, these illustrations offer a glimpse into pivotal moments in history. In W. P's masterpiece "Guadaloupe, " we are transported to a tropical battleground where British forces clashed against formidable opponents. The vibrant colors bring to life the intensity of this conflict, highlighting the bravery and resilience of those involved. "The Dash with the Colours" captures the heart-pounding chaos at Isandhlwana in 1879. This dramatic depiction showcases soldiers valiantly defending their positions amidst overwhelming odds. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel as if we are witnessing this historic event firsthand. As we examine "Plan of Defences at Rorkes Drift, " our eyes trace every line strategically drawn by an unknown hand. This meticulous plan reveals how British troops fortified themselves against imminent attacks, demonstrating their resourcefulness even in dire circumstances. The accompanying "Plan of Marches near Isandhlwana" takes us on a journey through treacherous terrains as soldiers navigate challenging conditions en route to battle. It serves as a testament to their endurance and determination during long campaigns. Another artwork transports us straight into Alexandria after its bombardment in 1882. In "Landing Troops at Khedives Palace, " we witness brave men disembarking onto foreign shores, ready for whatever challenges lie ahead. Their resolve is palpable as they step ashore amidst destruction caused by war. Moving inland, "Umballa" offers a glimpse into military operations within India during this era—a testament to Britain's imperial reach across continents. Meanwhile, "Cathcarts Hill" provides an aerial view capturing the strategic importance of elevated positions in battle.