Battle Of Isandlwana Collection

Lieutenants Melville and Coghill Saving the Colours, Zulu War of 1879, 1881 (chromolitho)
2975402 Lieutenants Melville and Coghill Saving the Colours, Zulu War of 1879, 1881 (chromolitho) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); National Army Museum

Isandlwana Mountain, 1879 (b / w photo)
NAM261154 Isandlwana Mountain, 1879 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: from a photograph album containing photographs of scenes in India)

Map of the area around Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, 1879
Vintage engraving of Map of the area around Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, 1879

Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, 1879, (c1880). Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Battle of Isandhlwana, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill try to escape with the Queen's Colours during the Battle of Isandlwana
3062116 Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill try to escape with the Queen's Colours during the Battle of Isandlwana, South Africa, 22 January 1879

Cettiwayo, Zulu chieftain who annihilated British regiment, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Cettiwayo, Zulu chieftain who annihilated British regiment, 1916

The dash with the colours, Battle of Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, 22 January 1879, (1900)
The dash with the colours, Battle of Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War, South Africa, 22 January 1879, (1900). Illustration from The Life and Times of Queen Victoria, by Robert Wilson, Volume IV

Plan of the Battle of Isandlwana, Anglo-Zulu War
Vintage engraving of Plan of the Battle of Isandlwana the first major encounter in the Anglo-Zulu War between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom

Isandhlwana after the Battle, 1879 (pen & ink and wash on paper)
NAM261142 Isandhlwana after the Battle, 1879 (pen & ink and wash on paper) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Isandhlwana across the nek, from an album of 43 photographs compiled by George Froom of
NAM254159 Isandhlwana across the nek, from an album of 43 photographs compiled by George Froom of the 94th Regiment during the Zulu War, c.1879 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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"The Battle of Isandlwana: A Glimpse into the Fierce Anglo-Zulu Conflict" In this captivating collection of historical images, we are transported back to the tumultuous events surrounding the Battle of Isandlwana during the Zulu War of 1879. The intensity and bravery displayed by both sides are vividly captured through various mediums. Lieutenants Melville and Coghill Saving the Colours is a chromolithograph that immortalizes their heroic efforts to protect their regiment's flag amidst chaos and danger. Their unwavering determination symbolizes the resilience of British forces in the face of adversity. Isandlwana Mountain looms ominously in a black-and-white photograph, serving as a haunting backdrop for one of history's most significant battles. It reminds us that even nature itself can bear witness to human conflict. The Dash with the Colours showcases an artist's interpretation from 1880, depicting soldiers valiantly charging forward amidst swirling dust and flying spears. This artwork captures not only action but also conveys the spirit and energy present on that fateful day. A detailed Plan of the Battle provides insight into strategic maneuvers employed by both armies, highlighting key positions and movements during this historic clash. It offers a glimpse into military tactics utilized during this era. Another depiction titled The dash with colours showcases another perspective on this pivotal moment in history, emphasizing its significance within Anglo-Zulu War lore. Its creation in 1900 demonstrates how these events continued to captivate artists long after they occurred. A map detailing Isandlwana's surroundings helps us understand how geography played a role in shaping battlefield dynamics. It allows us to visualize troop movements across rugged terrain while appreciating its impact on tactical decision-making. Isandhlwana after battle presents an ink-and-wash drawing illustrating scenes post-conflict; it serves as a testament to war's devastating aftermath while capturing poignant moments amid the ruins.