Gordon Of Khartoum Collection

Banknote of Sudan, 1885 (pressboard)
1203132 Banknote of Sudan, 1885 (pressboard) by Sudanese School, (19th century); 6.4x10.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Major-General Charles George Gordon, 1833 - 1885, aka Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha, and Gordon of Khartoum
955269 Major-General Charles George Gordon, 1833 - 1885, aka Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha, and Gordon of Khartoum. British army officer and administrator

Major-General Charles George Gordon, 1833-1885
673065 Major-General Charles George Gordon, 1833-1885; (add.info.: Major-General Charles George Gordon (28 January 1833 - 26 January 1885), also known as Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha

Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon, and the ever victorious army
3521124 Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon, and the ever victorious army; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon (1833-1885)

Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon, and the ever victorious army
3521109 Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon, and the ever victorious army; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Major-General Charles George Gordon (1833-1885)

Gordon's Boys' Home
5616428 Gordon's Boys' Home; (add.info.: Illustration depicting scenes from Gordon's Boys' Home for destitute boys. The home was set up in memory of Gordon of Khartoum)

Sitting of the Crimean Board of Inquiry, in the Hall of Chelsea Hospital, 1856. Creator: Smyth
Sitting of the Crimean Board of Inquiry, in the Hall of Chelsea Hospital, [London], 1856. Military investigation into the actions of certain British officers during the Crimean War

General Gordon, the Heroic Defender of Khartoum (litho)
1590962 General Gordon, the Heroic Defender of Khartoum (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General Gordon, the Heroic Defender of Khartoum)

Gordon Pasha, ie General Gordon (b / w photo)
5999453 Gordon Pasha, ie General Gordon (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gordon Pasha, ie General Gordon)

Gordons Statue
LLM458591 Gordons Statue by Barton, Rose Maynard (1856-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gordons Statue. Illustration for Familiar London (A&C Black, 1904)

Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB (engraving)
1622356 Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB)

The Duke of Cambridge unveiling the New Statue of Gordon (litho)
1040594 The Duke of Cambridge unveiling the New Statue of Gordon (litho) by Duncan, John (1866-1945) after; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Cambridge unveiling the New Statue of Gordon)

Portrait of Charles George Gordon (colour litho)
982208 Portrait of Charles George Gordon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major-General Charles George Gordon, Governor General of the Soudan)

General Charles George Gordon (1833-85) (engraving)
877690 General Charles George Gordon (1833-85) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); 28x26 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: aka Chinese Gordon, Gordon Pasha)

Letter to Miss Gordon, thanking her for the gift of a Bible which had belonged to her
KDC441021 Letter to Miss Gordon, thanking her for the gift of a Bible which had belonged to her brother, General Gordon, and asking how long Gordon had owned this treasure, written at Windsor Castle

Major General Charles George Gordon, CB, Governor General of the Soudan (colour litho)
1622455 Major General Charles George Gordon, CB, Governor General of the Soudan (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major General Charles George Gordon)

Schoolhill Viaduct, Aberdeen (colour photo)
3096631 Schoolhill Viaduct, Aberdeen (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Schoolhill Viaduct, Aberdeen)

At the Tomb of the Hero of Khartoum, Visitors to St Pauls on the Anniversary of the Death of General Gordon (engraving)
1039255 At the Tomb of the Hero of Khartoum, Visitors to St Pauls on the Anniversary of the Death of General Gordon (engraving) by Renouard

Major-General Charles George Gordon, 1833

Khartoum, Sudan. The Gordon College from the North West 1 December 1924

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"Gordon of Khartoum: The Heroic Defender and Tragic End" In the annals of history, one name stands out as a symbol of bravery and sacrifice - Gordon of Khartoum. His story is etched in the Banknote of Sudan, 1885, reminding us of his indomitable spirit. The litho depicting the Murder of General Charles George Gordon by the Mahdists in Khartoum, Sudan, captures the tragic end to his valiant struggle. Yet, it is through these images that we remember him as General Gordon, the Heroic Defender who fought till his last breath. Gordon Pasha's black and white photo reveals a man whose determination shines through his eyes. Engraved on our memories is Major-General Charles G Gordon CB's resolute face; an emblematic representation of courage against all odds. A statue immortalizes him for eternity - Gordons Statue stands tall as a tribute to this extraordinary individual who gave everything for what he believed in. The Duke of Cambridge unveiling another monument dedicated to Gordon further emphasizes his significance in history. Through a color litho portrait and engraving capturing different facets of his life, we see both strength and vulnerability in General Charles George Gordon (1833-85). His legacy lives on not only through these artistic renditions but also through heartfelt letters like the one thanking Miss Gordon for her gift - a Bible that held sentimental value. Major General Charles George Gordon CB served as Governor-General of Soudan; an esteemed position befitting a man with unwavering principles. Even beyond Khartoum's borders, he left an indelible mark on Aberdeen's Schoolhill Viaduct captured beautifully in color photography. Gordon may have met a tragic fate at Khartoum, but his memory remains alive within us. He will forever be remembered as an icon whose heroism transcends time - inspiring generations to stand up for what they believe in, just as he did.