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Serbo Bulgarian War Collection

"The Serbo-Bulgarian War: A Glimpse into the Turmoil of 1885-1886" Step back in time and witness the chaos and upheaval of the Serbo-Bulgarian War

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: With the Knights of Malta - the Luxury of a Smoke, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885 (1886) Creator: Unknown

With the Knights of Malta - the Luxury of a Smoke, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885 (1886) Creator: Unknown
With the Knights of Malta - the Luxury of a Smoke, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 1885 (1886). From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weelky Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Armistice, A Bulgarian encampment on the heights above Pirot, 1886. Creator: Unknown

The Armistice, A Bulgarian encampment on the heights above Pirot, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Armistice, A Bulgarian encampment on the heights above Pirot, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Entry of Prince Alexander into Sofia, Dec 26th. 1886. Creator: Unknown

The Entry of Prince Alexander into Sofia, Dec 26th. 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Entry of Prince Alexander into Sofia, Dec 26th. 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Graphic, Front Cover January 2nd 1886, 1886. Creator: Unknown

The Graphic, Front Cover January 2nd 1886, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Graphic, Front Cover January 2nd 1886, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Servian Artillery crossing the Ploca Mountains in a Snowstorm

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Servian Artillery crossing the Ploca Mountains in a Snowstorm (engraving)
1623097 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Servian Artillery crossing the Ploca Mountains in a Snowstorm (engraving) by Schonberg

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Armistice between Servia and Bulgaria, Bulgarian Volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck (engraving)

The Armistice between Servia and Bulgaria, Bulgarian Volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck (engraving)
1061802 The Armistice between Servia and Bulgaria, Bulgarian Volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck (engraving) by English School

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1614402 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: Prince Alexander at the Battle of Slivnitza (engraving)

Prince Alexander at the Battle of Slivnitza (engraving)
1614413 Prince Alexander at the Battle of Slivnitza (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince Alexander at the Battle of Slivnitza)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Sentinel on Duty (engraving)

The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Sentinel on Duty (engraving)
1061798 The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, a Bulgarian Sentinel on Duty (engraving) by Piotrowski, Maksymiljan Antoni (1813-75); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: Field kitchen into the fortress of Nis, Serbia, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 28 November 1885 (drawing)

Field kitchen into the fortress of Nis, Serbia, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 28 November 1885 (drawing)
3638204 Field kitchen into the fortress of Nis, Serbia, Serbo-Bulgarian War, 28 November 1885 (drawing) by English School

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fight at Pirot (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fight at Pirot (engraving)
1614478 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fight at Pirot (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War in the East, Bulgarian Troops crossing the Servian Frontier (engraving)

The War in the East, Bulgarian Troops crossing the Servian Frontier (engraving)
1614424 The War in the East, Bulgarian Troops crossing the Servian Frontier (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: King Milan of Servia signing the Peace with Bulgaria in the Konak at Nish (engraving)

King Milan of Servia signing the Peace with Bulgaria in the Konak at Nish (engraving)
1623256 King Milan of Servia signing the Peace with Bulgaria in the Konak at Nish (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: Demobilisation! Men of the First Class returning to their Homes (engraving)

Demobilisation! Men of the First Class returning to their Homes (engraving)
1061789 Demobilisation! Men of the First Class returning to their Homes (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Demobilisation)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1061776 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving)
1061739 The War between Servia and Bulgaria (engraving) by Piotrowski, Maksymiljan Antoni (1813-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Dragoman Pass (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Dragoman Pass (engraving)
1614480 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Dragoman Pass (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Diplomatic Conference at Constantinople (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Diplomatic Conference at Constantinople (engraving)
1614403 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Diplomatic Conference at Constantinople (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Retreat of Servian Troops from the Dragoman Pass (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Retreat of Servian Troops from the Dragoman Pass (engraving)
1614389 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Retreat of Servian Troops from the Dragoman Pass (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Surrender of Bulgarian Soldiers at Brezenik (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Surrender of Bulgarian Soldiers at Brezenik (engraving)
1614387 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Surrender of Bulgarian Soldiers at Brezenik (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Bulgaria and Servia, Bulgarians capturing a Position in the Tzaribrod Pass

The War between Bulgaria and Servia, Bulgarians capturing a Position in the Tzaribrod Pass, 23 November (engraving)
1623487 The War between Bulgaria and Servia, Bulgarians capturing a Position in the Tzaribrod Pass, 23 November (engraving) by Woodville

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Recent Servo-Bulgarian War, the Peace Congress at Bucharest (engraving)

The Recent Servo-Bulgarian War, the Peace Congress at Bucharest (engraving)
1061989 The Recent Servo-Bulgarian War, the Peace Congress at Bucharest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Servo-Bulgarian War)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Queen of Servia visiting the Hospital of the English

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Queen of Servia visiting the Hospital of the English National Aid Society at
1061761 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Queen of Servia visiting the Hospital of the English National Aid Society at Belgrade (engraving) by Villiers

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fureral of Captain Marinoff ADC to Prince

The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fureral of Captain Marinoff ADC to Prince Alexander of Bulgaria
1061814 The Recent War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Fureral of Captain Marinoff ADC to Prince Alexander of Bulgaria (engraving) by English School

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Provision Stores at Pirot (engraving)

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Provision Stores at Pirot (engraving)
1623076 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, the Provision Stores at Pirot (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War between Servia and Bulgaria)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War in the East, Prince Alexander decorating Bulgarian Troops after the Battle of Slivnitza

The War in the East, Prince Alexander decorating Bulgarian Troops after the Battle of Slivnitza (engraving)
1614410 The War in the East, Prince Alexander decorating Bulgarian Troops after the Battle of Slivnitza (engraving) by English School

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War in the East, Advance of the Bulgarian Troops after the Servian Repulse from the Redoubts

The War in the East, Advance of the Bulgarian Troops after the Servian Repulse from the Redoubts of Slivnitza
1614479 The War in the East, Advance of the Bulgarian Troops after the Servian Repulse from the Redoubts of Slivnitza (engraving) by Woodville

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War in the East, Bulgarian Camp in the Dragoman Pass (engraving)

The War in the East, Bulgarian Camp in the Dragoman Pass (engraving)
1614434 The War in the East, Bulgarian Camp in the Dragoman Pass (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The Game of Peace and War, a Scene in a Cafe at Nisch (engraving)

The Game of Peace and War, a Scene in a Cafe at Nisch (engraving)
1062152 The Game of Peace and War, a Scene in a Cafe at Nisch (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Game of Peace and War)

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Hospital for Bulgarian Officers

The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Hospital for Bulgarian Officers, established in the Protestant Chapel of Prince
1061751 The War between Servia and Bulgaria, Hospital for Bulgarian Officers, established in the Protestant Chapel of Prince Alexander at Sofia (engraving) by Nash

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: SERBO-BULGARIAN WAR, 1885. Serbian soldiers kissing a cross before departing for Sofia

SERBO-BULGARIAN WAR, 1885. Serbian soldiers kissing a cross before departing for Sofia, Bulgaria, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War, November 1885. Contemporary American engraving

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: SERBO-BULGARIAN WAR, 1885. Volunteer soldiers departing from Rustchuk, Bulgaria

SERBO-BULGARIAN WAR, 1885. Volunteer soldiers departing from Rustchuk, Bulgaria, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War, November 1885. Contemporary American engraving

Background imageSerbo Bulgarian War Collection: BULGARIA: SOFIA, 1885. View of the palace and main buildings at Sofia, Bulgaria

BULGARIA: SOFIA, 1885. View of the palace and main buildings at Sofia, Bulgaria, at the time of the Serbo-Bulgarian War, November 1885. Contemporary American engraving



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"The Serbo-Bulgarian War: A Glimpse into the Turmoil of 1885-1886" Step back in time and witness the chaos and upheaval of the Serbo-Bulgarian War, a conflict that unfolded with intensity and uncertainty. With the Knights of Malta - known for their opulent lifestyle - indulging in a momentary luxury amidst the turmoil, this war was far from glamorous. As tensions escalated between Serbia and Bulgaria, an unknown artist captures the Armistice scene above Pirot. The Bulgarian encampment perched on heights symbolizes their strategic advantage during this period of temporary peace. In December 1886, Prince Alexander's entry into Sofia marked a pivotal moment. The unknown creator immortalizes this event, highlighting its significance as it shaped future alliances and power dynamics within the region. The Graphic's front cover dated January 2nd, 1886 encapsulates the gravity of this conflict. Its unidentified artist portrays scenes filled with determination and trepidation; a testament to how deeply entrenched both sides were in their cause. Engravings depict key moments throughout this war-ravaged era. From Servian artillery braving snowstorms while crossing Ploca Mountains to Bulgarian volunteers disbanding at Rustchuck during an armistice – these images reflect both heroism and sacrifice. Prince Alexander's presence at Slivnitza Battle is etched forever through engravings capturing his leadership amidst fierce combat. Meanwhile, a lone Bulgarian sentinel stands guard dutifully amid uncertain times; serving as a reminder of individual bravery amid chaos. Drawing us closer to reality are depictions showcasing Nis from Goritza Hills in Serbia – offering panoramic views that reveal not only physical landscapes but also emotional scars left by war. Field kitchens entering Nis fortress further emphasize logistical challenges faced by armies during this tumultuous period. Lastly, we delve into "The Fight at Pirot, " an engraving that encapsulates the ferocity of battle.