Sir John Lawrence Collection

Sir John Lawrence 1811-1879 holds court at the 1867 durbar at Lucknow, 1867 (engraving)
3523036 Sir John Lawrence 1811-1879 holds court at the 1867 durbar at Lucknow, 1867 (engraving); (add.info.: Sir John Lawrence 1811-1879 holds court at the 1867 durbar at Lucknow, in India)

Arrival of the Governor-General of India at the Lahore railway station, 1864. Creator: C. R
Arrival of the Governor-General of India at the Lahore railway station, 1864. Engraving of a photograph by Messrs. Raybon

Lawrence Hall, Lahore, founded in honour of Sir John Lawrence, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Lawrence Hall, Lahore, founded in honour of Sir John Lawrence, 1864. As a sequel to the Illustrations in our last Number of the visit of Sir John Lawrence, Governor-General of India

Sir John Lawrence, Bart. G.C.B. Chief Commissioner of the Punjaub, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Sir John Lawrence, Bart. G.C.B. Chief Commissioner of the Punjaub, 1858. Sir John Mair Laird Lawrence...[who] has recently been raised to the dignity of a Baronet...is a man who has won his way to

The New East India Council (engraving)
1619568 The New East India Council (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New East India Council)

Sir John Lawrence (engraving)
655475 Sir John Lawrence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Lawrence)

Sir John Laird Mair Lawrence, Viceroy and Governor-General of India (engraving)
3638180 Sir John Laird Mair Lawrence, Viceroy and Governor-General of India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Laird Mair Lawrence (1811-1879)

Sir John Lawrence (Afterwards Lord Lawrence) (engraving)
664238 Sir John Lawrence (Afterwards Lord Lawrence) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Lawrence (Afterwards Lord Lawrence)

The Durbar, or Assembly of Native Princes and Nobles, convened by Sir John Lawrence at Lahore (engraving)
1613428 The Durbar, or Assembly of Native Princes and Nobles, convened by Sir John Lawrence at Lahore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Durbar)

Lawrence Hall, Lahore, founded in Honour of Sir John Lawrence (engraving)
1613447 Lawrence Hall, Lahore, founded in Honour of Sir John Lawrence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lawrence Hall, Lahore)

Portrait of Sir John Lawrence (engraving)
819557 Portrait of Sir John Lawrence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Lawrence, 1st Baron Lawrence)

Lord Lawrence, 1862, (1901). Creator: J Caswall Smith
Lord Lawrence, 1901. Portrait of John Laird Mair Lawrence, 1st Baron Lawrence (1811-1879), British Imperial statesman who served as Viceroy of India from 1864 to 1869

Lord Lawrence, c1964-1869, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Lawrence, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

View of a house in Great St Helens, City of London, 1796. The house was formerly the residence of Sir John Lawrence, Lord Mayor of London in 1665

The Right Hon. Lord Lawrence, G. C. B. G. C. S. I. 1859. Artist: TW Knight
The Right Hon. Lord Lawrence, G.C.B. G.C.S.I. 1859. Englishman who became a prominent British Imperial statesman and served as Viceroy of India from 1864 to 1869

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Sir John Lawrence was a prominent British statesman and administrator who served as Viceroy of India during a crucial period in the country's history. Known for his strong leadership and dedication to improving the lives of Indian citizens, Lawrence played a key role in implementing reforms that helped modernize the country's infrastructure and governance systems. Born into a distinguished military family, Sir John Lawrence rose through the ranks of the British East India Company to become one of its most influential figures. His tenure as Viceroy from 1864 to 1869 was marked by significant achievements, including the establishment of telegraph lines, railways, and irrigation projects that laid the foundation for India's future development. A firm believer in justice and equality, it also worked tirelessly to promote education and healthcare initiatives across India. He championed land reform policies that aimed to improve conditions for farmers and advocated for greater representation of Indians in government decision-making processes. Despite facing numerous challenges during his time as Viceroy, including dealing with famine, civil unrest, and political opposition, Sir John Lawrence remained steadfast in his commitment to serving the people of India with integrity and compassion. His legacy continues to inspire generations of leaders who strive to make a positive impact on society.