Godfrey Douglas Giles Collection

The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry, 1900
The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry in the Engagement at Klip Drift, 1900. Major-General John French charged his cavalry at Klip Drift during the Relief of

The Dash for Kimberley - The 10th Hussars Crossing Klip Drift, 1900. Creator: John Charlton
The Dash for Kimberley - The 10th Hussars Crossing Klip Drift, 1900. The regiment sailed for South Africa in November 1899 and after fighting at Colesberg

With General French: New Zealanders Saving a Picket of the Yorkshire Regiment, 1900
With General French: New Zealanders Saving a Picket of the Yorkshire Regiment near Slingersfontein on January 15, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

The Ambuscade at Koornspruit: A Critical Moment, 1900, (1901). Creator: Frederic de Haenen
The Ambuscade at Koornspruit: A Critical Moment, 1900, (1901). The Battle of Sannas Post (also known as Korn Spruit) was fought during the Second Boer War (1899-1902)

The Cape Mounted Rifles, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The Cape Mounted Rifles, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 5th Royal Scots of Canada, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 5th Royal Scots of Canada, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars, Canada), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars, Canada), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

Halifax Garrison Artillery, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
Halifax Garrison Artillery, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

First Madras Pioneers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
First Madras Pioneers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

15th Sikhs, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
15th Sikhs, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

West India Regiment, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
West India Regiment, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

11th Bengal Native Infantry, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
11th Bengal Native Infantry, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 20th Middlesex (Artists) - Volunteers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 20th Middlesex (Artists) - Volunteers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The London Scottish - Volunteers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The London Scottish - Volunteers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 1st Middlesex (Victoria Rifles) - Volunteers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 1st Middlesex (Victoria Rifles) - Volunteers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 15th - East Yorkshire, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 15th - East Yorkshire, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 72nd - Seaforth Highlanders, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 72nd - Seaforth Highlanders, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 23rd - Royal Welsh Fusiliers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 23rd - Royal Welsh Fusiliers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 2nd - The Queens (Royal West Surrey), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 2nd - The Queens (Royal West Surrey), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 21st - Royal Scots Fusiliers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 21st - Royal Scots Fusiliers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 42nd - The Black Watch (Royal Highlanders), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 42nd - The Black Watch (Royal Highlanders), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 43rd - Oxfordshire Light Infantry, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The 57th - Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 57th - Duke of Cambridges Own (Middlesex), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

The Honourable Artillery Company (Cavalry), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The Honourable Artillery Company (Cavalry), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. II", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, 1890]

Victorian Artillery, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
Victorian Artillery, . From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

Victorian Mounted Rifles, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
Victorian Mounted Rifles, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

1st Battalion (West Melbourne) Victorian Infantry, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
1st Battalion (West Melbourne) Victorian Infantry, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 2nd Queens Own Rifles (Canada), 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 2nd Queens Own Rifles (Canada), 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The Bombay Artillery, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The Bombay Artillery, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 3rd Gorkhas, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 3rd Gorkhas, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The 13th Bengal Lancers, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The 13th Bengal Lancers, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

The Governor-Generals Body-Guard, Calcutta, 1890. Creator: Godfrey Douglas Giles
The Governor-Generals Body-Guard, Calcutta, 1890. From " Her Majestys Army, Vol. III", by Walter Richards. [J. S. Virtue & Co. Limited, London, ]

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Godfrey Douglas Giles, a renowned artist and creator of captivating military artwork, captured the essence of historical moments with his incredible talent. In 1900, he depicted "The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry, " showcasing the bravery and determination displayed by both sides during this intense battle. Another masterpiece by Giles is "The Dash for Kimberley - The 10th Hussars Crossing Klip Drift. " This painting immortalizes the daring cavalry charge as they crossed treacherous terrain to reach their destination. Giles' attention to detail transports viewers back in time, allowing them to witness this pivotal moment firsthand. In "With General French: New Zealanders Saving a Picket of the Yorkshire Regiment, " Giles highlights the camaraderie between soldiers from different nations. The selflessness and unity exhibited here serve as a testament to the strength forged on the battlefield. Giles also skillfully portrayed "The Ambuscade at Koornspruit: A Critical Moment" in 1900. This gripping image captures a crucial point in history when troops faced an unexpected ambush. Through his brushstrokes, Giles conveys the tension and uncertainty that permeated these perilous encounters. Beyond these iconic works, Giles showcased his versatility through various other pieces such as "The Cape Mounted Rifles, " "The 5th Royal Scots of Canada, " and "The 6th Regiment of Cavalry (Hussars, Canada). " Each painting reflects his meticulous attention to detail and deep understanding of military regiments across different countries. Furthermore, Giles paid homage to diverse units like Halifax Garrison Artillery, First Madras Pioneers, 15th Sikhs, West India Regiment, and 11th Bengal Native Infantry. His dedication to capturing their unique identities further solidifies him as an exceptional artist who sought not only accuracy but also reverence for each subject matter. Through Godfrey Douglas Giles' remarkable artwork, history comes alive.