Marchand Mission Collection

Arrival of Major Marchand at Toulon (colour litho)
2819051 Arrival of Major Marchand at Toulon (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of Major Marchand at Toulon)

Jean-Baptiste Marchand (1863-1934) French general and explorer who led Congo Nile mission in 1896-1899
1747749 Jean-Baptiste Marchand (1863-1934) French general and explorer who led Congo Nile mission in 1896-1899; (add.info)

The Fashoda Incident (1898), in Ethiopia, c.1900 (chromo)
2638796 The Fashoda Incident (1898), in Ethiopia, c.1900 (chromo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Imagerie, France, debut 20eme. Coll. Part)

Colonial France, Tirailleurs de la Mission Marchand, 1898
JAB5036844 Colonial France, Tirailleurs de la Mission Marchand, 1898.; (add.info.: Colonial France, Tirailleurs de la Mission Marchand, 1898.); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : arriving of a caravan of porters in Tamboura near
1753760 Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : arriving of a caravan of porters in Tamboura near Fachoda in Sudan; (add.info)

Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) in 1896 -1899 : Kour Abd el Fadil
1747890 Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) in 1896 -1899 : Kour Abd el Fadil, great Mek of the Chillouk tribe; (add.info)

Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : the hull of the steamer Faidherbe
1743895 Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : the hull of the steamer Faidherbe; (add.info.: Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899

View of ruins in Fashoda, Sudan july 10, 1898 at the time of the Congo Nile Mission
1753761 View of ruins in Fashoda, Sudan july 10, 1898 at the time of the Congo Nile Mission, led by the French in Africa 1896-1899

Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) in Oubangui Chari (Central African Republic), 1896 - 1899
1743936 Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) in Oubangui Chari (Central African Republic), 1896 - 1899, drawing; (add.info)

Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : Zemio Sultan and one of his sons
1747887 Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899 : Zemio Sultan and one of his sons; (add.info.: Mission of Jean-Baptiste Marchand (Congo Nile mission) 1896 - 1899

Arriving of Jean-Baptiste Marchand coming back from the Congo - Nile mission
1743869 Arriving of Jean-Baptiste Marchand coming back from the Congo - Nile mission, illustration from French newspaper "Petit journal" 1899; (add.info)

Congo-Nile Mission : explorers in the virgin forest, c. 1898 (engraving)
1821322 Congo-Nile Mission : explorers in the virgin forest, c. 1898 (engraving); (add.info.: the Marchand Mission (Jean-Baptiste Marchand) also called Congo-Nile Mission

the Congo Nile Mission (Jean-Baptiste Marchand), led by the French in Africa 1896-1899
1754048 the Congo Nile Mission (Jean-Baptiste Marchand), led by the French in Africa 1896-1899 : here the main members of the expedition : up, Lieutenant Fouque, Sergent Dat

Major Marchand greeted by his father at Thoissey (colour litho)
2819056 Major Marchand greeted by his father at Thoissey (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Marchand greeted by his father at Thoissey, France)

Major Marchand saying farewell to his companions (colour litho)
2819068 Major Marchand saying farewell to his companions (colour litho) by Damblans, Eugene (1865-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Marchand saying farewell to his companions)

Arrival of Major Marchand in Paris (colour litho)
2819048 Arrival of Major Marchand in Paris (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of Major Marchand in Paris)

Capitain Baratier (litho)
2818957 Capitain Baratier (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capitain Baratier. Albert Baratier was a member of the mission commanded by Major Jean-Baptiste)

Major Marchand (litho)
2818951 Major Marchand (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Marchand. Jean-Baptiste Marchand commanded a mission to expand French colonial power in)

Map of the region of Africa explored by the Marchand Expedition (colour litho)
2818941 Map of the region of Africa explored by the Marchand Expedition (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Shadow Play depicting the raising of the French Flag at Fashoda in 1898
CHT239234 Shadow Play depicting the raising of the French Flag at Fashoda in 1898, 1900 (colour litho) by Leroy, Leon (fl.1900); Private Collection; (add.info)

Adjudant de Prat, French soldier who was a member of Jean-Baptiste Marchands expedition to Africa (litho)
2818990 Adjudant de Prat, French soldier who was a member of Jean-Baptiste Marchands expedition to Africa (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Adjudant de Prat)

The Marchand Mission (colour litho)
2819041 The Marchand Mission (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marchand Mission)

The return of the Marchand Mission (colour litho)
2819024 The return of the Marchand Mission (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: The return of the Marchand Mission. The last stop for provisions)

The wedding of Major Mangin (colour litho)
2807773 The wedding of Major Mangin (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The wedding of Major Mangin)

French colonial tirailleurs of the Marchand Mission (colour litho)
2819067 French colonial tirailleurs of the Marchand Mission (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: French colonial tirailleurs of the Marchand Mission)

Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand, French soldier and explorer (colour litho)
2819044 Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand, French soldier and explorer (colour litho) by Philippoteaux, Paul Dominique (1846-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand)

The Marchand Mission (colour litho)
2819043 The Marchand Mission (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Marchand Mission. En route between the Congo and the Nile)

Sword of honour awarded to Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand (colour litho)
2819042 Sword of honour awarded to Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Marchand Mission: A Journey of Courage, Diplomacy, and Exploration" In the vividly colored lithograph titled "Arrival of Major Marchand at Toulon, " we witness the beginning of a remarkable expedition. Major Jean-Baptiste Marchand stands tall, ready to embark on a mission that would forever etch his name in history. As he is greeted by his father in another litho titled "Major Marchand greeted by his father at Thoissey, " one can sense the pride and support radiating from their embrace. With determination in his eyes, Major Marchand bids farewell to his companions in yet another striking litho. The image captures both anticipation and camaraderie as they set off together into the unknown. Their journey takes them far beyond familiar lands, as depicted in the vibrant "Map of the region of Africa explored by the Marchand Expedition. " This colorful illustration showcases their path through uncharted territories, where danger lurked but also untold wonders awaited discovery. As they arrive in Paris amidst great fanfare shown in "Arrival of Major Marchand in Paris, " it becomes evident that this mission has captured not only national attention but also international intrigue. People flock to catch a glimpse of these brave explorers who have ventured into distant lands on behalf of France. Amongst those who played crucial roles during this historic endeavor was Capitain Baratier, immortalized through an exquisite lithograph bearing his name. His unwavering commitment and expertise complemented Major Marchand's leadership throughout their arduous journey. The shadow play depicting the raising of the French Flag at Fashoda serves as a powerful reminder of both triumphs and conflicts faced along their route. It symbolizes not only territorial claims but also diplomatic negotiations with other European powers striving for influence over African regions. One cannot overlook Adjudant de Prat's contribution – a French soldier whose lithograph portrays him as a steadfast member of the Marchand Expedition.