Sikhs Collection

Partition. Map of East and West Punjab
The areas of the Western and Eastern Punjab where there were many outbreaks of violence between Muslims, Sikhs and Hindus following Partition and the creation of modern India and Pakistan

Battle of Sobraon 1846
BATTLE OF SOBRAON Sir Hugh Gough defeats a much larger army of Sikhs by skilful strategy and hard fighting - the last battle of the first Sikh war

The Golden Temple, Amritsar, 1913
In the water of immortality: the heart of the Sikh religion. Eastern and western architecture in the sacred tank of Amritsar

Brit. Troops Moved by Air
British Sikh forces of occupation moved by air to crush the Kurdish insurrection

Lance Corporal of Ludhiana Sikhs
Lance-Naik (Lance Corporal) of the Ludhiana Sikhs. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Three Sikh men, India. Date: 1843

Group of Sikhs (engraving)
2785734 Group of Sikhs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Group of Sikhs. Illustration for The Illustrated Times)

Shere Singhs body-guard and Sikhs (engraving)
973451 Shere Singhs body-guard and Sikhs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shere Singhs body-guard and Sikhs)

Interior of Golden Temple at Amritsar, 1858
Interior of the Golden Temple at Amritsar, India (spelt here as Umritzir), 1858. Gurus reading the Grunt h (or Granth). The Guru is sitting before the Grunt h (sacred text)

Sikhs of the Indian Army in France during World War I
Sikhs of the Indian Army on the march in France during World War I. Date: 1914

Chitral Expedition
Members of the Chitral Expedition, including Lieut. Cheyne, Capt. C.R Ross, Major Sawyer, Capt. Gordon, Lieut. Henderson and a Sikh priest. 14th Ferozepore Sikhs. Date: April 13 1895

Sikh soldiers resting in a French building, WW1
Sikh soldiers (regiment unidentified but likely to be The 15th Sikhs) resting in a building on the Western Front during the First World War

One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving)
1039708 One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One with Britain, Heart and Soul)

British Empire colonial and Indian troops attending the Coronation of King Edward VII (b/w photo)
8672152 British Empire colonial and Indian troops attending the Coronation of King Edward VII (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Sikhs and Gurkhas fighting the Germans near Lille, France during WWI (litho)
3252911 Sikhs and Gurkhas fighting the Germans near Lille, France during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sikhs and Gurkhas fighting the Germans near Lille, France during WWI)

Illustration depicting the defeat of the Sikhs at the Battle of Aliwal by Sir Henry Smith
3521246 Illustration depicting the defeat of the Sikhs at the Battle of Aliwal by Sir Henry Smith; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the defeat of the Sikhs at the Battle of Aliwal by Sir Henry)

The King's Own Regiments of the Indian Army who came to the coronation of King George V, 1910
2915344 The King's Own Regiments of the Indian Army who came to the coronation of King George V, 1910. From The Illustrated London News, 1910.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

The King's Own Regiments of the Indian Army who came to the coronation of King George V, 1910
2915345 The King's Own Regiments of the Indian Army who came to the coronation of King George V, 1910. From The Illustrated London News, 1910.; Photo © Hilary Morgan.

Duleep Singh, last Maharaja of the Sikh Empire (engraving)
8676504 Duleep Singh, last Maharaja of the Sikh Empire (engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); Private Collection; (add.info.: Duleep Singh (1838-1893), last Maharaja of the Sikh Empire

Amritsar, Darbar-Sahib or Golden Temple (b/w photo)
8637046 Amritsar, Darbar-Sahib or Golden Temple (b/w photo) by Indian photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Amritsar, Darbar-Sahib or Golden Temple)

The Akal Bunga at the Golden Temple at Amritsar, in 1864 (litho)
8660962 The Akal Bunga at the Golden Temple at Amritsar, in 1864 (litho) by Simpson, William 'Crimea' (1823-99); Private Collection; (add.info)

Death of Brigadier John Pennycuick at the Battle of Chillianwalla, 1849 (colour litho)
8663981 Death of Brigadier John Pennycuick at the Battle of Chillianwalla, 1849 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sikh Regiment in the First World War in France, 1914. Creator: Unknown photographer
Sikh Regiment in the First World War in France, 1914. Private Collection

A Sikh Temple in Umritzir - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
A Sikh Temple in Umritzir [India] - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Umritzir, the religious capital of the Sikh people, was first constituted a holy city by Arjoon, fourth Gooroo

Interior of a Sikh Temple at Umritzir - reading the Grunt'h, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Interior of a Sikh Temple at Umritzir [in India] - reading the Grunt'h - from a drawing by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. The Gooroos are the spiritual guides of the Sikhs

The Prince of Wales in India: native soldiers distinguished for their services, 1876. Creator: William Simpson
The Prince of Wales in India: native soldiers distinguished for their services, 1876. Russaldar Major Maun Sing, Sirdar Bahadoor...senior native officer of the 9th Bengal Cavalry...He served at

Camp of the Sikh Cavalry at Cowloong opposite Hong-Kong: Probyn's Horse and Fane's Horse... 1860
Camp of the Sikh Cavalry at Cowloong opposite Hong-Kong: Probyn's Horse and Fane's Horse - from a sketch by [Mr. Wirgman] our special artist in China, 1860. The British Indian Army in China

Tommy Atkins in India -- On the March from Kamptee to Mhow, 1890. Creator: Unknown
Tommy Atkins in India -- On the March from Kamptee to Mhow, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

L'Afrique et l'orient dans les brumes du nord, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'L'Afrique et l'orient dans les brumes du nord; Ils repondent par un sourire a ces attentions et leur humeur est accueillante a la familiarite envahissante des enfants, 1914

Sikh Soldiers from the British Indian Army serving in China, 1900 (b/w photo)
495452 Sikh Soldiers from the British Indian Army serving in China, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sikh soldiers)

Sikh Soldiers from the British Indian Army serving in China, 1900 (b/w photo)
495450 Sikh Soldiers from the British Indian Army serving in China, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sikh soldiers)

Punjab Regiment Marching down Nanking Road, Shanghai, 1900 (b/w photo)
495439 Punjab Regiment Marching down Nanking Road, Shanghai, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The 31st Regiment, Sir Harry Smiths Division advancing to the charge at the Battle
NAM261132 The 31st Regiment, Sir Harry Smiths Division advancing to the charge at the Battle of Moodkee 18th December 1845, published by Rudolph Ackermann

Sikh Soldiers - 15th Regiment - at Hampton Court Palace Date: 1902

Chir Singh, Maharajah of the Sikhs and King of the Punjab with his retinue hunting near Lahore, from Voyages in India, 1859 (litho). Voyages dans l Inde by Prince Alexis Soltykoff (1806-1859); A

Ivory plaque depicting three Sikh warriors, 1845-1850 (ivory)
7394154 Ivory plaque depicting three Sikh warriors, 1845-1850 (ivory) by Eden, Emily (1797-1869); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Indian soldiers attacking a German position, France, World War I, 1914 (litho)
7157197 Indian soldiers attacking a German position, France, World War I, 1914 (litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers (engraving)
3626667 Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers)

Delhi Durbar, 1903
3789533 Delhi Durbar, 1903 by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); (add.info.: The Maharaja of Patiala, ruler of the princely state of Patiala in Punjab, India)

A British Officer at Work in Central Africa (litho)
1051285 A British Officer at Work in Central Africa (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A British Officer at Work in Central Africa)

Thackwell at Sobraon AD 1846 (litho)
956199 Thackwell at Sobraon AD 1846 (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassells History of England published by Cassell and Company Limited circa 1920)

Sketches of the Sikhs (engraving)
1101802 Sketches of the Sikhs (engraving) by Vigne, Godfrey Thomas (1801-1863); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Sikhs)

British army India, Colonel Brownlow, 1st Sikhs 1866
Vintage 19th century photograph - British army in India, 1860s - Colonel Brownlow and men of the !st Sikhs 1866

Sgt. McCabe raises the colours on the ramparts at the Battle of Sobraon (colour litho)
PNP314319 Sgt. McCabe raises the colours on the ramparts at the Battle of Sobraon (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Sobraon)

Sikhs of the Indian Army in France, 1914-15 (sepia photo)
3474146 Sikhs of the Indian Army in France, 1914-15 (sepia photo) by Raphael Tuck & Sons (fl.c.1914-15); Royal Society for Asian Affairs, London

Au Lac De L Immortalite (engraving)
2789007 Au Lac De L Immortalite (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Lac De L Immortalite. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 3 July 1892)

Holy Tank and Temple of the Sikhs (engraving)
1619428 Holy Tank and Temple of the Sikhs (engraving) by Carpenter, William (1818-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holy Tank and Temple of the Sikhs)

The Indian Frontier Rising (litho)
1598086 The Indian Frontier Rising (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Rising)

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Sikhs: A Legacy of Courage and Resilience The history of a testament to their unwavering spirit, marked by significant events that shaped their identity. The Partition, with its map dividing East and West Punjab, stands as a stark reminder of the challenges they faced. In 1846, the Battle of Sobraon showcased the bravery and valor of Sikh warriors who fought valiantly against all odds. Their indomitable spirit echoed through time, leaving an everlasting mark on Sikh history. The Golden Temple in Amritsar holds immense significance for Sikhs worldwide. In 1913, this sacred place served as a beacon of hope during turbulent times. Even British troops were moved by its magnificence and serenity. During World War I, Sikh soldiers from the Indian Army found themselves in France. They displayed unparalleled courage while fighting alongside their comrades-in-arms. Resting in French buildings between battles, these brave men carried the weight of their duty with honor. Lance Corporal of Ludhiana Sikhs exemplified the discipline and dedication ingrained within every Sikh soldier. Their commitment to serving their country was unwavering throughout history. Stepping back into time reveals an interior view of the Golden Temple at Amritsar in 1858—a glimpse into a moment frozen in eternity where faith transcends all boundaries. The Chitral Expedition further highlighted Sikhs' contribution to military endeavors beyond India's borders—an expedition that showcased their resilience even amidst unfamiliar terrains. In 1906, George, Prince of Wales visited Amritsar—his presence symbolizing recognition for both Sikh heritage and culture—an acknowledgment that resonated deeply within the community's collective heart. Throughout British India's reign during the 19th century, Sikh soldiers played pivotal roles safeguarding peace across diverse regions—a testament to their loyalty towards upholding justice and order wherever they went. They have always been a community of warriors, carrying their legacy forward with utmost pride.