City Of Calcutta Collection (page 3)

Button, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (metal)
5927532 Button, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947)

Helmet badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901 (brass)
5927877 Helmet badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Helmet badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901)

Pouch badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947. (silver)
5927510 Pouch badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947. (silver) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947)

Shoulder title, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (metal)
5927527 Shoulder title, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Shoulder title, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947)

Helmet badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901 (metal)
5927405 Helmet badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Helmet badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901)

Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (brass)
5927391 Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881)

Pouch badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901 (gilt)
5927879 Pouch badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901 (gilt) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1857-1901)

Pouch belt plate, G Company, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal)
5927825 Pouch belt plate, G Company, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch belt plate, G Company)

Button, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, pre-1901 (metal)
5927801 Button, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, pre-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, pre-1901)

Sabretache badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1900 (metal)
5927509 Sabretache badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1900 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sabretache badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1900)

Button, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901 (metal)
5927435 Button, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901)

Button, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (metal)
5927429 Button, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881)

Brow band ornament, Calcutta Light Horse, 1901-1947 (brass)
5927404 Brow band ornament, Calcutta Light Horse, 1901-1947 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Brow band ornament, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901)

Bronze 3 pounder gun, East India Company, 1815 (bronze)
5920578 Bronze 3 pounder gun, East India Company, 1815 (bronze) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bronze 3 pounder gun, East India Company, 1815)

Pugri badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1901-1917 (metal)
5927900 Pugri badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1901-1917 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pugri badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1901-1917)

Side hat badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1890s. (gilt)
5927885 Side hat badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1890s. (gilt) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Side hat badge, Madras Volunteer Guards, 1890s)

Waistbelt ornament Madras Volunteer Guards, pre-1901 (brass)
5927872 Waistbelt ornament Madras Volunteer Guards, pre-1901 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Waistbelt ornament Madras Volunteer Guards, pre-1901)

Shoulder title, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917 (brass)
5927835 Shoulder title, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Shoulder title, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917)

Cap badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (brass)
5927519 Cap badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Cap badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947)

Sabretache badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901. (metal)
5927399 Sabretache badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901. (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sabretache badge, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1901)

Pugri badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (silver)
5927388 Pugri badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881 (silver) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pugri badge, Calcutta Volunteer Lancers, 1872-1881)

Shoulder title, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (metal)
5927383 Shoulder title, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Shoulder title, Central Bengal Light Horse)

Pouch badge, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901
5927378 Pouch badge, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch badge, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901)

Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917 (metal)
5927831 Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch badge, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1917)

Pouch belt plate, B Company, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal)
5927824 Pouch belt plate, B Company, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch belt plate, B Company)

Victoria Cross, Assistant Magistrate Ross Lowis Mangles, Bengal Civil Service, Indian Mutiny, 30 July 1857 (metal)
5926814 Victoria Cross, Assistant Magistrate Ross Lowis Mangles, Bengal Civil Service, Indian Mutiny, 30 July 1857 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Jacket worn by Major Henry Bale, 34th (The Cumberland) Regiment, 1858 circa (fabric)
5926241 Jacket worn by Major Henry Bale, 34th (The Cumberland) Regiment, 1858 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Pouch belt plate, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal)
5927819 Pouch belt plate, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles, 1863-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch belt plate, Calcutta Volunteer Rifles)

Collar badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884 circa (metal)
5927523 Collar badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884 circa (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Collar badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884 circa)

Waistbelt badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (brass)
5927515 Waistbelt badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Waistbelt badge, Bihar Light Horse, 1884-1947)

Shoulder title, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1947 (metal)
5927424 Shoulder title, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1947 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Shoulder title, Calcutta Light Horse, 1887-1947)

Pugri badge, Calcutta Mounted Volunteer Rifles, 1881-1887 (silver)
5927398 Pugri badge, Calcutta Mounted Volunteer Rifles, 1881-1887 (silver) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pugri badge, Calcutta Mounted Volunteer Rifles)

Sabretache badge, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (metal)
5927386 Sabretache badge, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sabretache badge, Central Bengal Light Horse)

Pouch belt plate, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (silver)
5927381 Pouch belt plate, Central Bengal Light Horse, 1884-1901 (silver) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch belt plate, Central Bengal Light Horse)

White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)
5924059 White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory) by Robertson, Eric Harald Macbeth (1887-1941); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa)

Water-carriers, Calcutta (engraving)
7192396 Water-carriers, Calcutta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Water-carriers, Calcutta)

City of Calcutta, India (b / w photo)
7160747 City of Calcutta, India (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: City of Calcutta, India)

The Snake Charmer (colour litho)
7181975 The Snake Charmer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Snake Charmer)

A Monkey Dancer (colour litho)
7181964 A Monkey Dancer (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Monkey Dancer)

Our Worlds Cycling Commission, the Hugli at Calcutta (b / w photo)
7160522 Our Worlds Cycling Commission, the Hugli at Calcutta (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Worlds Cycling Commission, the Hugli at Calcutta)

Our Worlds Cycling Commission, in the Eden Gardens, Calcutta (b / w photo)
7160519 Our Worlds Cycling Commission, in the Eden Gardens, Calcutta (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Worlds Cycling Commission)

Diamond Point, Entrance to the Port of Calcutta (coloured engraving)
5218929 Diamond Point, Entrance to the Port of Calcutta (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diamond Point, Entrance to the Port of Calcutta)

Scottish priest William Annand condemned by the women of Edinburgh for preaching from the new Prayer Book in St Giles
5217571 Scottish priest William Annand condemned by the women of Edinburgh for preaching from the new Prayer Book in St Giles Cathedral, 1637 (litho) by Mills

Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy, Second Punic War, 217 BC (colour litho)
5217560 Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy, Second Punic War, 217 BC (colour litho) by Mills, Alfred Wallis (1855-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Lake Trasimene, Italy)

A Game of Whist at Simla in the Middle Eighties (b / w photo)
3627474 A Game of Whist at Simla in the Middle Eighties (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Game of Whist at Simla in the Middle Eighties)

Zoological Gardens, Calcutta (colour photo)
3627230 Zoological Gardens, Calcutta (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zoological Gardens, Calcutta)

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage and History of the City of Calcutta" Step into the enchanting world of Calcutta, a city steeped in history and culture. From its early days as a bustling trading post to its role as the capital of British India, Calcutta has witnessed countless stories unfold within its vibrant streets. In an engraving by Sir Acquin Martin, we catch a glimpse of the city's architectural beauty with intricate details adorning Hindu buildings in Kolkata. This handcoloured copperplate drawing by Andrea Bernieri showcases the diverse influences that have shaped this metropolis over centuries. View of Calcutta, c. 1790, captured on canvas, transports us back to an era when grandeur and opulence defined this thriving hub. The painting depicts a scene showcasing various nationalities known in India – from Northern Indian to Mongol, Persian to Mughal – highlighting Calcutta's cosmopolitan nature even then. However, not all chapters in Calcutta's history are filled with splendor. In 1885, tragedy struck as General Charles George Gordon fell victim to Mahdists' violence in Khartoum. Similarly grim is "Terrorism in British India, " depicted vividly through colour lithography – reminding us of turbulent times faced by this city. Calamity also befell during famines that plagued Bengal; engravings like "The Famine in India" and "The Famine in Bengal" capture heart-wrenching scenes where locals struggled for survival amidst scarcity. These images serve as poignant reminders of resilience amid adversity. Yet amidst darkness emerges hope - black-and-white photographs reveal Burning Ghat at Calcutta where rituals symbolize life's cyclical nature while Aarons rod swallowing serpents signifies triumph over evil forces depicted through colourful lithography. Notable figures also left their mark on this illustrious city: Surajah Dowlah, Nawab of Bengal, is immortalized in a lithograph.