Khartoum Collection (#4)

The Battle of Khartoum, 1885 (1900). British forces commanded by General Garnet Wolseley were dispatched to the Sudan to relieve General Gordon, besieged at Khartoum

Gordons diary of the siege of Khartoum, 14th December 1884. Artist: General Gordon
Gordons diary of the siege of Khartoum, 14th December 1884. Diary written by Major General Charles George Gordon during the siege, from 10th September

Sudanese kettle drum, 1898 (c). Reputedly taken form Dervish forces at the Battle of Omdurman, 2nd Sudan War (1896-1899) 1898

Khartoum, Sudan - showing the Sudan Club
General Panoramic Viewof Khartoum, Sudan - showing the Sudan Club in the left foreground. Date: circa 1920

Khartoum, Sudan - View of the Palace
Khartoum, Sudan - View of the Presidential Palace fronting onto the Blue Nile (which joins the White Nile at Khartoum). Date: circa 1910s

Chatham - Monument to General Gordon of Khartoum
Royal Engineers Barracks, Chatham, Kent - Monument to General Gordon of Khartoum. Date: 1907

Sudan Khartoum Looking across Nile Omdurman 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Looking across Nile toward Omdurman. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Dain el-Tashy Drawing water Nile
Sudan. Khartoum. Dain el-Tashy. Drawing water from the Nile for irrigation. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Shambat Going market native donkey
Sudan. Khartoum. Near Shambat. Going to market, native on donkey. 1936, Sudan, Shambat

Sudan Khartoum Meeting White Blue Nile 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Meeting of White and Blue Nile. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Shambat village mud bricks 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Shambat village. Making mud bricks. 1936, Sudan, Shambat

Sudan Khartoum Government Nile steamer Lord Kitchner
Sudan. Khartoum. Government Nile steamer Lord Kitchner. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Giraffe nosing Major
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Giraffe nosing Major Barkers pocket. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Bronze monument General Gordon
Sudan. Khartoum. Bronze monument of General Gordon on camel-back on a main cross-way. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Lion having snack
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Lion having a snack. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo shoe bill seated
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. The shoe bill seated for a fish breakfast. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Kangaroo 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Kangaroo. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Nile steamer 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Nile steamer. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Spotted deer gazelles
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Spotted deer and gazelles (Rusa axis). 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Dain el-Tashy woman rubbing grain
Sudan. Khartoum. Dain el-Tashy woman rubbing grain, primitive method of grinding cereals. Close up. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Display native spears palace hall
Sudan. Khartoum. Display of native spears in palace hall. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum north grain market 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum north, grain market. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Gordon College 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. The Gordon College. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo shoe bill breakfasting
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. The shoe bill breakfasting. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan route Khartoum Interior plane steward serving
Sudan. On route to Khartoum. Interior of plane, steward serving refreshments. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Pair giraffes anticipate
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Pair of giraffes anticipate a treat. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Kitchner statue front government offices
Sudan. Khartoum. The Kitchner statue in front of government offices. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Banks Blue Nile looking up stream
Sudan. Khartoum. Banks of the Blue Nile looking up stream. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Jebel Awlia Malakal Dam south Khartoum
Sudan. Jebel Awlia, to Malakal. Dam south of Khartoum, largest engineering project on the Nile. 1936, Sudan

Sudan Khartoum Air view town river front 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Air view. The town showing river front. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Shambat village onion market 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Shambat village. The onion market. 1936, Sudan, Shambat

Sudan Khartoum Native market Khartoum north 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Native market near Khartoum north. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo African lion 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. An African lion. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Aquatic birds Abidmia
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Aquatic birds (Abidmia, Abdimi). 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Giraffe 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Giraffe. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo species Antelope
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. A species of Antelope (Addax Nasomaculatus). 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Omdurman Air view Sunrise plane leaving Khartoum
Sudan. Omdurman. Air view. Sunrise from plane on leaving Khartoum area. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan route Khartoum Air view Country immediately
Sudan. On route to Khartoum. Air view. Country immediately north of Khartoum. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Scene shores Blue Nile 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Scene on the shores of the Blue Nile. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Profile Gordon statue 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. Profile of the Gordon statue. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo wise old shoe bill
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. A wise old shoe bill (Balaeniceps rex). 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum palace river side drive 1936
Sudan. Khartoum. The palace from the river side drive. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Dain el-Tashy Sudanese chauffeur
Sudan. Khartoum. Dain el-Tashy. Sudanese chauffeur & dragoman with car. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Bridge across White Nile Omdurman
Sudan. Khartoum. Bridge across the White Nile to Omdurman. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Shambat Native woman children
Sudan. Khartoum. Near Shambat. Native woman with her children. 1936, Sudan, Shambat

Sudan Khartoum Khartoum Zoo Major Barker Director
Sudan. Khartoum. Khartoum Zoo. Major Barker, Director, plays with a young lioness. 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Khartoum Banks Blue Nile framed sausage tree
Sudan. Khartoum. Banks of the Blue Nile framed by a sausage tree (Lify Sponge). 1936, Sudan, Khartoum

Sudan Jebel Awlia Malakal Air view Dam south
Sudan. Jebel Awlia, to Malakal. Air view. Dam south of Khartoum, largest engineering project on the Nile. 1936, Sudan, Jabal Awliya

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"Khartoum: A Historical Journey Through Time" Step into the fascinating world of Khartoum, a city steeped in history and intrigue. From the tragic events surrounding The Death of General Gordon to the stunning Birds eye view of Sudan and its neighboring countries on an ancient map, this African gem has witnessed it all. As you stroll through the streets, you'll come across the majestic General Gordon Statue in Chatham, a tribute to one of Khartoum's most iconic figures. His legacy lives on, forever intertwined with this vibrant city. Travel back even further as you explore Sudan/Khartoum C1835 - a glimpse into what life was like during those early days. And who can forget Lord Kitchener? Vanity Fair immortalized him as one of their Army Celebs, while his contributions are etched in history books forever. The Battle Of Omdurman comes alive through an intricate map from 1898. It showcases both the first attack at dawn and Khalifas' counterattack later that morning – a pivotal moment that shaped Khartoum's destiny. Delve deeper into Sudan's rich past with maps dating back to the late 19th century; they reveal how borders have shifted over time but also highlight enduring cultural heritage. Lord Kitchener emerges once again as The Avenger Lord Kitchener – his determination evident in every step he took towards justice and progress for this land. Witness British forces under his command during Atbara Battle (1898), showcasing Horatio Herbert Kitchener's strategic brilliance. Finally, we pay homage to First Earl Kitchener and Broome - a man whose name became synonymous with courage and leadership. His photograph captures both strength and wisdom that guided him throughout his remarkable career. Intriguing tales unfold around every corner in Khartoum – where history is not just a distant memory but an integral part of its vibrant present.