Battle Of Balaclava Collection

The Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders. The Thin Red Line at Balaclava, 1854, (1939). The Thin Red Line was a military action by the British Sutherland Highlanders 93rd (Highland)

The Charge of the Light Brigade during the Battle of Balaclava, 1854. Artist: Hayes
The Charge of the Light Brigade during the Battle of Balaclava, 1854. From a private collection

Plan (engraving)
5995150 Plan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan. Illustration for The World of Adventure)

Portrait of James Thomas Brudenell
673277 Portrait of James Thomas Brudenell; (add.info.: James Thomas Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan Lieutenant-General Born 16 October 1797, Died 28 March 1868)

The Peace Commemoration at Portsmouth - Triumphal Monument on Southsea Common, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Peace Commemoration at Portsmouth - Triumphal Monument on Southsea Common, 1856. Celebrating the end of the Crimean War in Hampshire

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

The Crimean Inquiry - Examination of the Earl of Lucan, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Crimean Inquiry - Examination of the Earl of Lucan, 1856. The Board of Inquiry, which was intended to whitewash the Crimean incapables

Tchorgoun, on the Tchornaya, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Tchorgoun, on the Tchornaya, 1856. Village on the Chorna river, Crimea. A few days previously to the 25th October, General Liprandi assembled a large force near the villages of Tchorgouna and Kamara

Lieutenant-General Liprandi, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Lieutenant-General Liprandi, 1856. Pavel Liprandi, Russian officer who fought in the Crimean War. It is from his command in the Crimea, rather than from his previous career

Les deux grands ducs... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Les deux grands ducs... 19th century. The Two Grand Dukes attending the Battle of Balaclava

Head-Quarters of Lord Raglan, near Balaclava - from a sketch by Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Head-Quarters of Lord Raglan, near Balaclava - from a sketch by Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly, 1854. Crimean War. View of...the Head-quarters of Lord Raglan, not far from Balaclava

Grand Military Trophy, at the Concerts for the Benefit of the Patriotic Fund, in the Town... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Grand Military Trophy, at the Concerts for the Benefit of the Patriotic Fund, in the Town-Hall, Birmingham, 1854. Event during the Crimean war, featuring a display...designed and arranged by Mr

Balaclava, the Scene of the Successful Cavalry Charge, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Balaclava, the Scene of the Successful Cavalry Charge, 1854. Crimean War. On the 25th October the Russians attacked the right of our position at break of day; the Turks

Spahi (Algerian Troops), French Battery on the Heights of Balaclava - from a sketch by... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Spahi (Algerian Troops), French Battery on the Heights of Balaclava - from a sketch by Lieutenant Montagu O'Reilly, 1854. Crimean War

Sebastopol and Balaclava shewing the position of the Allied Forces, 1854. Creator: John Dower
Sebastopol and Balaclava shewing the position of the Allied Forces, 1854. Crimean War. The severe and costly battles of Balaclava and Inkerman

The Action at Balaclava - Charge of the Scots Greys, October 25, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Action at Balaclava - Charge of the Scots Greys, October 25, 1854. Crimean War:..the moment when the command was given to charge the Russian columns...The numbers [of Russian soldiers] opposed to

Charge of the Chasseurs d'Afrique, October 25, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Charge of the Chasseurs d'Afrique, October 25, 1854. Crimean War, Battle of Balaclava, extract from French commander Canrobert's description

The Action at Balaclava, October 25 - First Charge of Heavy Cavalry, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Action at Balaclava, October 25 - First Charge of Heavy Cavalry, 1854. Crimean War. The Russian cavalry, about 4000 in number

The Light Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Light Cavalry Charge at Balaclava, 1854. Crimean War: disastrous communication breakdown. When Lord Lucan received the order from Captain Nolan, and had read it, he asked

Balaclava Harbour, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Balaclava Harbour, 1854. Crimean War....Balaclava has been completely changed into a Greek town...[It] is situated close to the harbour, along the foot of the mountain

Lord Raglan's Head-Quarters, at Balaclava, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Lord Raglan's Head-Quarters, at Balaclava, 1854. Crimean War: view of a house at Balaclava in the Crimea, used by field marshal FitzRoy Somerset of the British Army

Heaving Guns, at Balaclava, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Heaving Guns, at Balaclava, 1854. Crimean War. British soldiers in the Crimea, engaged in the...heaving of the siege train...we must remember that the work is not half done when the guns

The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys... at Balaclava, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys after the Charge of the Heavy Brigade at Balaclava, (1901). During the Battle of Balaclava, fought on 25 October 1854

The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Battle of Balaclava: The Charge of the Light Brigade, 1854, (1901)
The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Battle of Balaclava: The Charge of the Light Brigade, October 25, 1854, (1901). Disastrous British cavalry charge, immortalised in Tennysons poem

After the battle. Scene from the Crimean war, 1862. Found in the Collection of Regional Art Museum, Kaluga

"He led them against the Russian Cavalry"(engraving)
5995183 " He led them against the Russian Cavalry" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge (engraving)
1049396 Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge (engraving) by Thomas, George Housman (1824-68) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge)

Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge (engraving)
1049395 Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge (engraving) by Thomas, George Housman (1824-68) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anniversary of the Balaklava Charge)

The Charge of the Heavy Brigade, Battle of Balaclava, 1854 (gravure)
959887 The Charge of the Heavy Brigade, Battle of Balaclava, 1854 (gravure) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Charge of the Heavy Brigade, Battle of Balaclava)

The 17th Lancers at the Charge of the Light Brigade, Battle of Balaclava, Crimean War, 1854 (colour litho)
980959 The 17th Lancers at the Charge of the Light Brigade, Battle of Balaclava, Crimean War, 1854 (colour litho) by English School

Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava (coloured engraving)
668519 Charge of the Light Brigade at Balaclava (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Battle of Balaclava, Attack of the Scots Greys (engraving)
1607992 The Battle of Balaclava, Attack of the Scots Greys (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Balaclava, Attack of the Scots Greys)

1854, Time of Battle of Balaclava (chromolitho)
958419 1854, Time of Battle of Balaclava (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1854, Time of Battle of Balaclava)

Punch cartoon: A Trump Card(igan) - James Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan
6034691 Punch cartoon: A Trump Card(igan) - James Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan, leading the Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava during the Crimean War (engraving)

The Balaclava Anniversary Banquet, 25 October (litho)
1107760 The Balaclava Anniversary Banquet, 25 October (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balaclava Anniversary Banquet, 25 October)

The 93rd Sutherland Highlanders at the Battle of Balaclava 25 October 1854
3037347 The 93rd Sutherland Highlanders at the Battle of Balaclava 25 October 1854: The Thin Red Line, 1854 (w/c on paper) by Simkin, Richard (1840-1926); National Army Museum

The Balaclava Banquet (engraving)
728950 The Balaclava Banquet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Balaclava Banquet: survivors of the Light Cavalry Brigade)

Map of the Battlefield of Balaclava
Illustration of a Map of the Battlefield of Balaclava

Fortification above Balaclava Harbor, 1855-1856. Creator: James Robertson
Fortification above Balaclava Harbor, 1855-1856

Village of Kadikoi, 1855-1856. Creator: James Robertson
Village of Kadikoi, 1855-1856

The Crimean War, 1854-56: Divine Service... before the Battle of Balaclava, (1901)
The Crimean War, 1854-56: Divine Service in Camp on the Sunday before the Battle of Balaclava, (1901). British soldiers attend Christian prayers at Balaklava (Ukraine)

The Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854, 1855. Artist: Norie, Orlando (1832-1901)
The Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854, 1855. From a private collection

Supply base of the British Army at the Balaclava harbour, 1854. Artist: Norie, Orlando
Supply base of the British Army at the Balaclava harbour, 1854. From a private collection

Town and harbour of Balaklava from the camp of the 93rd Highlanders, 1854. Artist: O Reilly
Town and harbour of Balaklava from the camp of the 93rd Highlanders, 1854. From a private collection

Victoria Cross, the New Order of Valour for the Army, c1857. The Victoria Cross was instituted in 1856 for all ranks of the British army and navy

Charge of the Light Cavalry at Balaclava, c1880. Artist: T. S. S
Charge of the Light Cavalry at Balaclava, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Entrance of Balaclava Harbour, 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]

Lieut. Gen. The Earl of Cardigan, 1859. Artist: TW Knight
Lieut. Gen.The Earl of Cardigan, 1859. Officer in the British Army who commanded the Light Brigade during the Crimean War. He led the Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava

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"The Battle of Balaclava: A Historic Clash of Courage and Determination" In 1854, amidst the Crimean War, the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders formed the legendary Thin Red Line at Balaclava. This iconic image, captured in a painting by Hayes in 1939, symbolizes their unwavering resolve against overwhelming odds. One of the most renowned episodes from this battle was "The Charge of the Light Brigade. " With great bravery but tragic consequences, these brave soldiers charged headlong into enemy fire during that fateful day. An engraving depicting this daring charge showcases their valiant spirit. Meanwhile, another engraving portrays an intricate plan devised for the battle. It highlights meticulous strategies employed to secure victory on both sides. Amongst those who rallied were the Scots Greys. In a captivating artwork from 1901 by an unknown creator they can shown galloping fearlessly towards danger at Balaclava. Aftermath scenes from this conflict also provide glimpses into its impact. One such depiction shows soldiers reflecting upon their experiences during the Crimean war in 1862. Furthermore, detailed illustrations reveal various aspects of warfare during this time period. A lithograph published by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co. , dated 1856, offers a close-up view of artillery used during cavalry charges on October 25th, 1854. An engraving titled "He led them against Russian Cavalry" pays homage to a fearless leader who inspired his troops to face formidable adversaries with indomitable courage and resilience. The anniversary celebrations commemorating Balaklava Charge further honor those who fought bravely in this historic clash. Engravings capturing these events serve as reminders of valor displayed on that momentous day. Gravure prints immortalize two significant charges: The Charge of the Light Brigade and The Charge of Heavy Brigade at Balaclava in 1854.