City Imperial Volunteers Collection

The C.I.V.'s Marching Down Ludgate Hill, On The Way From The Mansion House To Waterloo... c1900. Creator: E. B
The C.I.V.'s Marching Down Ludgate Hill, On The Way From The Mansion House To Waterloo Station, c1900. Crowds cheer British soldiers leaving London to fight in South Africa

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600673 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Return of the CIV)

"God Speed the CIV!", Departure of the Second Detachment of the City Imperial Volunteers on 26 January (litho)
1600684 " God Speed the CIV!", Departure of the Second Detachment of the City Imperial Volunteers on 26 January (litho) by Begg

Freemen for the Front, conferring the Freedom of the City of London on the City Imperial Volunteers at Guildhall
1599155 Freemen for the Front, conferring the Freedom of the City of London on the City Imperial Volunteers at Guildhall on Friday, 12 January (litho) by Begg

Home Again (litho)
1600305 Home Again (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home Again. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 November 1900)

The War in the Transvaal (litho)
1599246 The War in the Transvaal (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Transvaal. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 February 1900)

The City Imperial Volunteers at St Pauls before Nelsons Monument (litho)
1599181 The City Imperial Volunteers at St Pauls before Nelsons Monument (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Invalided Home, the Wounded CIVs Return (litho)
1600050 Invalided Home, the Wounded CIVs Return (litho) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invalided Home, the Wounded CIVs Return)

The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600696 The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600319 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Delayed Arrival of the CIV)

The Leaders of the CIV, Colonel W H Mackinnon, Colonel Commandant (b / w photo)
1600286 The Leaders of the CIV, Colonel W H Mackinnon, Colonel Commandant (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leaders of the CIV)

Mr Brodrick unveiling the Memorial to Fallen City Imperial Volunteers (of the Queens Westminsters)
1593833 Mr Brodrick unveiling the Memorial to Fallen City Imperial Volunteers (of the Queens Westminsters) in Westminster Abbey on 22 June (litho) by Read

Soldiers of the City of London Imperial Volunteers marching through London on their return from the Boer War
3099190 Soldiers of the City of London Imperial Volunteers marching through London on their return from the Boer War (colour litho) by Meaulle

The War in the Transvaal (b / w photo)
1599294 The War in the Transvaal (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Transvaal)

The War, Notable Volunteers (b / w photo)
1599173 The War, Notable Volunteers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, Notable Volunteers)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600695 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers)

The CIV getting into Khaki for the First Time at the London Scottish Headquarters (b / w photo)
1600643 The CIV getting into Khaki for the First Time at the London Scottish Headquarters (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (b / w photo)
1600322 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers)

A Royal Send-Off, the Duke of Connaught bidding Farewell to the Second Detachment of the CIV (litho)
1048728 A Royal Send-Off, the Duke of Connaught bidding Farewell to the Second Detachment of the CIV (litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Prominent Officers of the Volunteer Movement (b / w photo)
1599148 Prominent Officers of the Volunteer Movement (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prominent Officers of the Volunteer Movement)

Representatives of the Honourable Artillery Company in the City Imperial Volunteers
1600640 Representatives of the Honourable Artillery Company in the City Imperial Volunteers, the Mounted Detachment in Khaki (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (b / w photo)
1600326 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600323 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Read, Edward (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Return of the CIV)

The CIVs Baptism of Fire, Capture of Jacobsdal by General Wavells Brigade (litho)
1599864 The CIVs Baptism of Fire, Capture of Jacobsdal by General Wavells Brigade (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The CIVs Baptism of Fire)

The CIV at the Front, the Mounted Escort to Cronje coming into Modder River Camp (litho)
1599577 The CIV at the Front, the Mounted Escort to Cronje coming into Modder River Camp (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The CIV at the Front)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600672 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Return of the CIV)

The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600288 The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers, the CIV on the Way to Pretoria)

Medal to commemorate the City Imperial Volunteers return from the Boer War
1203528 Medal to commemorate the City Imperial Volunteers return from the Boer War, 1900 (bronze) by Frampton, George James (1860-1928); diam

For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City (colour litho)
1040080 For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City (colour litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City)

The City Imperial Volunteers in Action, a Reconnaissance in Force near Britstown (litho)
1048642 The City Imperial Volunteers in Action, a Reconnaissance in Force near Britstown (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonel W. H. Mackinnon. Commanding the City Imperial Volunteers
LLM459667 Colonel W. H. Mackinnon. Commanding the City Imperial Volunteers by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel W. H. Mackinnon. Commanding the City Imperial Volunteers)

Major-General W H Mackinnon, Commander of the City Imperial Volunteers, and Author of "The Journal of the CIV in
1593577 Major-General W H Mackinnon, Commander of the City Imperial Volunteers, and Author of " The Journal of the CIV in South Africa" (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Troops for the Transvaal (b / w photo)
1599204 Troops for the Transvaal (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troops for the Transvaal)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (engraving)
1600674 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (engraving) by Cleaver, Ralph (fl.1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, CIV Day, Humours of the Crowd)

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600321 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Return of the CIV)

The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers, the CIVs First Engagement at Jacobsdal on 16 February (litho)
1600303 The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers, the CIVs First Engagement at Jacobsdal on 16 February (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Leaders of the CIV, Lieutenant-Colonel the Earl of Albemarle, commanding the Infantry (b / w photo)
1600287 The Leaders of the CIV, Lieutenant-Colonel the Earl of Albemarle, commanding the Infantry (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600320 The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers, the Return of the CIV)

The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho)
1600285 The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of Our Citizen Soldiers, the CIV in South Africa)

For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City (colour litho)
1040081 For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City (colour litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: For Queen and Country, the Soldiers of the Great City)

The City of London Imperial Volunteers at Doornkop on the 29th of May, 1901. Creator
The City of London Imperial Volunteers Supporting General Hamiltons Left Flank in the Action at Doornkop on the 29th of May, 1901

Return of the City Imperial Volunteers: Arrival at St. Pauls Cathedral, 1901. Creators
Return of the City Imperial Volunteers: Arrival at St. Pauls Cathedral, 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]

Officers - City of London Imperial Volunteers, 1900. Creator: Gregory & Co
Officers - City of London Imperial Volunteers, 1900. The City Imperial Volunteers Crossing Westminster Bridge, 1900. The City of London Imperial Volunteers (CIV)

Londons Response - The City Imperial Volunteers Crossing Westminster Bridge, 1900. The City of London Imperial Volunteers (CIV) was a British corps of volunteers during the Second Boer War

City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. Artist: John Henry Frederick Bacon
The City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. They are assembled in Guildhall on their return from South Africa, October 29, 1900. The Volunteers were recieved by Sir Alfred Newton, Lord Mayor, Aldermen

Colonel WH Mackinnon, commanding the City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. Artist: Elliott & Fry
Colonel WH Mackinnon, commanding the City Imperial Volunteers, 1902. Portrait from Celebrities of the Army, published by George Newnes, (London, 1902)

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"The City Imperial Volunteers: Citizen Soldiers in Service of the Empire" In an era marked by patriotism and a sense of duty, the City Imperial Volunteers stood tall as a testament to the unwavering spirit of London's citizens. With their motto "God Speed the CIV. " echoing through the streets, these brave men embarked on a noble mission to serve their country. The lithograph titled "Welcome to Our Citizen Soldiers" captures the essence of camaraderie and unity that defined this remarkable group. As they departed on 26 January, another litho titled "Departure of the Second Detachment" immortalizes their departure with pride and determination etched on each face. Honored for their selflessness, these freemen were granted the Freedom of the City at Guildhall on Friday, 12 January. The lithograph entitled "Freemen for the Front" showcases this momentous occasion when London bestowed its highest honor upon these valiant individuals. Their journey was not without sacrifice; some returned wounded but unbowed. In poignant scenes depicted in lithographs like "Invalided Home, " we witness their resilience and indomitable spirit as they triumphantly return from battle. Londoners eagerly awaited their heroes' homecoming, as portrayed in artworks such as "Home Again. " The city rejoiced at seeing its sons reunited with loved ones after facing adversity far from home. At St Pauls before Nelson's Monument, another striking image emerges - one that exemplifies both reverence and gratitude towards these gallant soldiers who fought bravely during The War in Transvaal. Their presence near such hallowed ground is a testament to their valor. Leadership played an integral role within this esteemed unit. Colonel W H Mackinnon stands resolute in his black-and-white photograph titled "The Leaders of CIV. " His guidance ensured that every soldier under his command would be prepared for any challenge thrown at them. Tragedy struck during this conflict, and the fallen were not forgotten.