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Quetta Collection

Quetta, a city steeped in history and rich with cultural heritage

Background imageQuetta Collection: Military staff college, Quetta, Balochistan, British India

Military staff college, Quetta, Balochistan, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1920

Background imageQuetta Collection: Freemasons Hall, Quetta, Balochistan, British India

Freemasons Hall, Quetta, Balochistan, British India
Freemasons Hall (McMahon Lodge), Quetta, Balochistan, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: The laying of track on the Bolan Pass Railway Line

The laying of track on the Bolan Pass Railway Line
5308366 The laying of track on the Bolan Pass Railway Line.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the laying of track on the Bolan Pass Railway Line which served the British army station at Quetta)

Background imageQuetta Collection: 'Christmas on the Indian Frontier -- Catering for Dinner at Quetta, 1890. Creator: Haldane Macfall

'Christmas on the Indian Frontier -- Catering for Dinner at Quetta, 1890. Creator: Haldane Macfall
'Christmas on the Indian Frontier -- Catering for Dinner at Quetta, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Background imageQuetta Collection: C. M. S. Kalat Mission Hospital - Quetta

C. M. S. Kalat Mission Hospital - Quetta, Balochistan province of Pakistan Date: circa 1909

Background imageQuetta Collection: A Novel Competition in a Gymkhana at Quetta, a 'Gretna Green'Race (engraving)

A Novel Competition in a Gymkhana at Quetta, a "Gretna Green"Race (engraving)
1041843 A Novel Competition in a Gymkhana at Quetta, a " Gretna Green" Race (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Afghan War, Sketches on the Route to Quetta and Candahar (engraving)

The Afghan War, Sketches on the Route to Quetta and Candahar (engraving)
1106529 The Afghan War, Sketches on the Route to Quetta and Candahar (engraving) by Furniss, Harry (1854-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

Background imageQuetta Collection: 1064504

1064504

Background imageQuetta Collection: Installation of the Khan of Kalat (b / w photo)

Installation of the Khan of Kalat (b / w photo)
1604465 Installation of the Khan of Kalat (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Installation of the Khan of Kalat)

Background imageQuetta Collection: With the Afghan Frontier Commission, on the Road from Quetta to the Helmund (engraving)

With the Afghan Frontier Commission, on the Road from Quetta to the Helmund (engraving)
1045845 With the Afghan Frontier Commission, on the Road from Quetta to the Helmund (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Afghan Frontier Commission)

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Bolan Pass Road, Transport Carts carrying Stores to Quetta (engraving)

The Bolan Pass Road, Transport Carts carrying Stores to Quetta (engraving)
1614224 The Bolan Pass Road, Transport Carts carrying Stores to Quetta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bolan Pass Road)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta, in Beloochistan, lately occupied by British Troops (engraving)

Quetta, in Beloochistan, lately occupied by British Troops (engraving)
1589890 Quetta, in Beloochistan, lately occupied by British Troops (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Quetta, in Beloochistan)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Christmas on the Indian Frontier, catering for Dinner at Quetta (engraving)

Christmas on the Indian Frontier, catering for Dinner at Quetta (engraving)
1038580 Christmas on the Indian Frontier, catering for Dinner at Quetta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas on the Indian Frontier)

Background imageQuetta Collection: With the Afghan Frontier Commission (engraving)

With the Afghan Frontier Commission (engraving)
1045802 With the Afghan Frontier Commission (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Afghan Frontier Commission)

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Afghan War (engraving)

The Afghan War (engraving)
1060017 The Afghan War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War. Illustration for The Graphic)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Bird s-Eye View of Quetta (b / w photo)

Bird s-Eye View of Quetta (b / w photo)
2810792 Bird s-Eye View of Quetta (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Quetta)

Background imageQuetta Collection: The North-West Frontier of India (engraving)

The North-West Frontier of India (engraving)
1591049 The North-West Frontier of India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The North-West Frontier of India)

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Lansdowne Bridge over the Indus at Sukkur, on the Railway to Quetta and Candahar (engraving)

The Lansdowne Bridge over the Indus at Sukkur, on the Railway to Quetta and Candahar (engraving)
1626497 The Lansdowne Bridge over the Indus at Sukkur, on the Railway to Quetta and Candahar (engraving) by English School

Background imageQuetta Collection: Afghanistan, with a Transport Train on the Way to Quetta (engraving)

Afghanistan, with a Transport Train on the Way to Quetta (engraving)
1060216 Afghanistan, with a Transport Train on the Way to Quetta (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Farewell Review before HRH the Duke of Connaught at Quetta (engraving)

Farewell Review before HRH the Duke of Connaught at Quetta (engraving)
1047106 Farewell Review before HRH the Duke of Connaught at Quetta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Afghanistan, with the Quetta Division (engraving)

Afghanistan, with the Quetta Division (engraving)
1060196 Afghanistan, with the Quetta Division (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Afghanistan, with the Quetta Division)

Background imageQuetta Collection: Khojak Tunnel and railway, Balochistan, British India

Khojak Tunnel and railway, Balochistan, British India
Khojak Tunnel (Shela Bagh Tunnel) on the Quetta railway, Qilla Abdullah District, Balochistan Province, British India (now in Pakistan), near the border with Afghanistan. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: White Barracks, Quetta, Balochistan, British India

White Barracks, Quetta, Balochistan, British India
White Barracks, with radio masts on the left, Quetta, Balochistan, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: Murdar Hills and Barracks, Quetta, British India

Murdar Hills and Barracks, Quetta, British India
Murdar Hills and Barracks, near Quetta, Balochistan, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1908

Background imageQuetta Collection: Bruce Road, Quetta, Balochistan, British India

Bruce Road, Quetta, Balochistan, British India
View of Bruce Road, Quetta, Balochistan, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: St Lukes Church - Quetta, Balochistan province of Pakistan

St Lukes Church - Quetta, Balochistan province of Pakistan Date: circa 1909

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta Railway Station, Pakistan

Quetta Railway Station, Pakistan Date: circa 1910

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta - Balochistan Province, Pakistan

Quetta - Balochistan Province, Pakistan
Brahui tribal family and their tent, near Quetta in the Balochistan Province of Pakistan. The Brahuis of the semi-independent Kalat state were among photographer Marrotts most common subjects

Background imageQuetta Collection: Group photo, British sports team, Quetta, India

Group photo, British sports team, Quetta, India
Group photo, British sports team, with officers and cup, Quetta, India (now in Pakistan). circa 1930

Background imageQuetta Collection: English children at a fancy dress ball in Quetta, India

English children at a fancy dress ball in Quetta, India
A group of English children in costumes worn to a fancy dress ball in India. The Sketch remarkes that peace reigns so completely in farther India that English children can now be taken there

Background imageQuetta Collection: Source Size = 2451 x 2904

Source Size = 2451 x 2904
The Afghan War: Major-General A.s. Biddulph, R.A. C.B. Commanding the Quetta Advanced Expeditionary Force, 1879

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Loss of the Ss. Quetta Off Thursday Island, Northern Australia, Engraving 1890

The Loss of the Ss. Quetta Off Thursday Island, Northern Australia, Engraving 1890

Background imageQuetta Collection: Farewell Review before H. R. H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan

Farewell Review before H. R. H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan
Farewell Review before H.R.H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan, Pakistan, Engraving 1890

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Defence of India, 1886: Sketches at the Chapper Rift on the Quetta Railway, Now

The Defence of India, 1886: Sketches at the Chapper Rift on the Quetta Railway, Now
THE DEFENCE OF INDIA, 1886: SKETCHES AT THE CHAPPER RIFT ON THE QUETTA RAILWAY, NOW IN COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION; 1. In the Tunnel. 2. The Manghi End. 3. Inside the Rift. 4. The Entrance at Dargi

Background imageQuetta Collection: The District Court and Treasury Building, Quetta, Pakistan

The District Court and Treasury Building, Quetta, Pakistan Date: 1906

Background imageQuetta Collection: Royal Garrison Artillery Institute, Quetta, Pakistan

Royal Garrison Artillery Institute, Quetta, Pakistan
Royal Garrison Artillery Institute, Quetta, (now in Pakistan) Date: circa 1908

Background imageQuetta Collection: The Loss of the Ss. Quetta Off Thursday Island, Northern Australia, Engraving 1890

The Loss of the Ss. Quetta Off Thursday Island, Northern Australia, Engraving 1890

Background imageQuetta Collection: Farewell Review before H. R. H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan

Farewell Review before H. R. H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan
Farewell Review before H.R.H. the Duke of Connaught at Quetta, Province of Balochistan, Pakistan, Engraving 1890

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta M. B. Institutes, Pakistan

Quetta M. B. Institutes, Pakistan
Quetta M. B. Institutes (Military), Pakistan Date: circa 1910

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta, India

Quetta, India - under snow Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: India - Soldiers Home, Quetta

India - Soldiers Home, Quetta Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: Quetta, Pakistan - Fruit Market

Quetta, Pakistan - Fruit Market stall of Mr Khan, He is selling mostly melons and grapes Date: circa 1910s

Background imageQuetta Collection: Pakistan Bolan Pass

Pakistan Bolan Pass
Looking down the pass which runs from Sibi to Quetta in Baluchistan : the British- built railway offers an alternative to the mule-train on the road

Background imageQuetta Collection: Pakistan Quetta

Pakistan Quetta
General view of the town, at that time located in Baluchistan

Background imageQuetta Collection: Lake Hanna

Lake Hanna, Quetta, Pakistan, Asia

Background imageQuetta Collection: Carpet factory

Carpet factory, Quetta, Pakistan, Asia

Background imageQuetta Collection: School for embroidery

School for embroidery, Quetta, Pakistan, Asia



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Quetta, a city steeped in history and rich with cultural heritage. Located in the province of Balochistan, British India, it holds significant landmarks that tell tales of its past. One such landmark is the Military Staff College, which stands as a testament to Quetta's military prowess. It served as a training ground for officers during the colonial era, shaping leaders who would go on to serve their nation with honor and valor. Another notable site is Freemasons Hall, an architectural marvel that showcases Quetta's cosmopolitan nature. This grand structure stood tall amidst the bustling streets of Balochistan, symbolizing unity and brotherhood among its members. The Khojak Tunnel and railway are yet another marvel worth mentioning. These engineering feats connected distant regions within Balochistan, facilitating trade and transportation across British India. Nestled amidst picturesque landscapes lie the Murdar Hills and Barracks. These scenic surroundings provided solace to soldiers stationed there during the days of British rule in Quetta. Bruce Road tells stories of colonial-era elegance through its majestic buildings lining its path. A stroll down this road takes you back in time when Quetta was under British influence. The White Barracks stand proud as a reminder of Quetta's military legacy. Once home to brave soldiers who dedicated their lives to protect their land, these barracks hold countless untold stories within their walls. It also witnessed various events that shaped its social fabric. The Novel Competition held at Gymkhana brought together literary enthusiasts from all walks of life for an exhilarating display of creativity and talent. The Afghan War left indelible marks on Quetta's history; sketches along the route depict both triumphs and hardships faced by those involved in this conflict-stricken region. Installation ceremonies were not uncommon either; one such event captured on black-and-white film showcased the dignified crowning moment for Khan Kalat - a significant milestone for both him and his people.