Mission Station Collection

Front view of the Storehouse at Rorkes Drift, Buffalo River, c. 1879 (b / w photo)
NAM254154 Front view of the Storehouse at Rorkes Drift, Buffalo River, c.1879 (b/w photo) by Lloyd, James (fl.1870s); National Army Museum

Rorkes Drift with Isandlwana in the distance, 1879 (b / w photo)
NAM254178 Rorkes Drift with Isandlwana in the distance, 1879 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright

Post at Rorkes Drift with Signal Hill in the distance, 1879 (b / w photo)
NAM254175 Post at Rorkes Drift with Signal Hill in the distance, 1879 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English

Sketches in East Equatorial Africa, the Mission Station at Mochi (engraving)
1603432 Sketches in East Equatorial Africa, the Mission Station at Mochi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in East Equatorial Africa)

The Island of Elevera from the Mission Station, Port Moresby, British New Guinea (colour litho)
6011145 The Island of Elevera from the Mission Station, Port Moresby, British New Guinea (colour litho) by Hardy, Norman (1864-1914); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Zealand Army chaplain administering Holy Communion to soldiers before battle
STC359738 New Zealand Army chaplain administering Holy Communion to soldiers before battle, 1914-19 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, by Dr William McGregor, CMG, the Newly Appointed Administrator (engraving)
1041695 Annexation of New Guinea as a Crown Colony, by Dr William McGregor, CMG, the Newly Appointed Administrator (engraving) by English School

The Fighting on the Tana River in British East Africa (engraving)
1039254 The Fighting on the Tana River in British East Africa (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fighting on the Tana River in British East Africa)

African Exploration, "Livingstonia, "the Mission Station of the Free Church of Scotland
1054240 African Exploration, " Livingstonia, " the Mission Station of the Free Church of Scotland, Lake Nyassa (engraving) by English School

Mission Station, Kuruman (engraving)
965140 Mission Station, Kuruman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mission Station, Kuruman)

Bengal, India (engraving)
6003635 Bengal, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bengal, India. Illustration for The Childrens Friend (1890).); © Look and Learn

Sketches at an Australian Mission Station (engraving)
1626962 Sketches at an Australian Mission Station (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at an Australian Mission Station)

Encampment at Inyati of the British South Africa Companys troops (litho)
1064396 Encampment at Inyati of the British South Africa Companys troops (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

With Major Lothaire on the Congo, Church Time at a Mission Station (litho)
1056814 With Major Lothaire on the Congo, Church Time at a Mission Station (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Major Lothaire on the Congo)

Mission San Antonio de Padua, Jolon, California, from The Century Illustrated
KW293370 Mission San Antonio de Padua, Jolon, California, from The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine, May to October, 1883 (litho) by Sandham

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"Journeys of Faith and Fortitude: Exploring Mission Stations Across Continents" Step into the past with these captivating glimpses of mission stations from around the world. The front view of the Storehouse at Rorkes Drift, Buffalo River, in 1879 takes us back to a time when these stations were vital hubs for religious and humanitarian work. In another striking image, Rorkes Drift stands against the backdrop of Isandlwana, reminding us of the challenges faced by those stationed in remote locations. The engraving depicting an attack on Posaunenberg Mission Station by whites serves as a stark reminder that even these sanctuaries were not immune to conflict. Meanwhile, "The Slave Question in Eastern Africa" offers insight into the struggles faced by missionaries working to combat slavery. Venturing further eastward, we encounter sketches showcasing Mochi Mission Station in East Equatorial Africa and Livingstonia Mission Station on Lake Nyassa. These engravings transport us to distant lands where brave individuals dedicated their lives to spreading faith and providing aid. Closer to home, we witness New Zealand Army chaplains administering Holy Communion before battle—a poignant testament to how mission stations supported soldiers during times of war. And as British New Guinea is annexed as a Crown Colony, we catch a glimpse of Port Moresby's mission station overlooking Elevera Island—a symbol of hope amidst colonial expansion. From the fighting along Tana River in British East Africa to Kuruman's enduring mission station engraved upon our hearts—these images remind us that missions transcended borders and cultures alike. They stand as testaments to human resilience and unwavering commitment towards building bridges between nations through faith. Join this visual journey through time and space—an exploration that reveals both triumphs and tribulations within mission stations across continents.