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Soudan Collection (#5)

"Soudan: A Tapestry of History and Conflict" Step into the captivating world of Soudan, a land steeped in rich history and marked by gripping conflicts

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Late Sir Herbert Stewart lying wounded in the Camp on the Nile during

The War in the Soudan, the Late Sir Herbert Stewart lying wounded in the Camp on the Nile during the Reconnaissance in
1045125 The War in the Soudan, the Late Sir Herbert Stewart lying wounded in the Camp on the Nile during the Reconnaissance in Force towards Metemmeh, 21 January (engraving) by Villiers

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Queen visiting Wounded Soldiers from the Soudan at Netley Hospital (engraving)

The Queen visiting Wounded Soldiers from the Soudan at Netley Hospital (engraving)
1045021 The Queen visiting Wounded Soldiers from the Soudan at Netley Hospital (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSoudan Collection: In the Soudan, a Letter Home (engraving)

In the Soudan, a Letter Home (engraving)
1044819 In the Soudan, a Letter Home (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Soudan, a Letter Home)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving)

The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving)
1044598 The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rebellion in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Hardships of our Troops on the Nile

The War in the Soudan, the Hardships of our Troops on the Nile, Rescuing Old Clothes from a Bonfire at Megaga Wells
1045000 The War in the Soudan, the Hardships of our Troops on the Nile, Rescuing Old Clothes from a Bonfire at Megaga Wells (engraving) by English School

Background imageSoudan Collection: Departure of the New South Wales Contingent from Sydney for the Soudan (engraving)

Departure of the New South Wales Contingent from Sydney for the Soudan (engraving)
1044977 Departure of the New South Wales Contingent from Sydney for the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, 'Water at Last', First Sight of the Nile after the Battle of Gubat

The War in the Soudan, "Water at Last", First Sight of the Nile after the Battle of Gubat (engraving)
1044887 The War in the Soudan, " Water at Last", First Sight of the Nile after the Battle of Gubat (engraving) by Villiers

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Rebellion in the Soudan, with Baker Pashas Reinforcements

The Rebellion in the Soudan, with Baker Pashas Reinforcements, from Suez to Suakim by the Red Sea (engraving)
1044661 The Rebellion in the Soudan, with Baker Pashas Reinforcements, from Suez to Suakim by the Red Sea (engraving) by English School

Background imageSoudan Collection: Back from the Soudan, conveying the Sick and Wounded by Train from Southampton to Netley (litho)

Back from the Soudan, conveying the Sick and Wounded by Train from Southampton to Netley (litho)
1063881 Back from the Soudan, conveying the Sick and Wounded by Train from Southampton to Netley (litho) by Kemp Tebby, Arthur (fl.c.1883-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: Back from the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Rebellion in the Soudan, the Second Battle of Teb, General Grahams Square carrying the Enemys

The Rebellion in the Soudan, the Second Battle of Teb, General Grahams Square carrying the Enemys First Position
1061714 The Rebellion in the Soudan, the Second Battle of Teb, General Grahams Square carrying the Enemys First Position (engraving) by Nash

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Victoria Hospital at Suez, where the Wounded from the Soudan have been treated (engraving)

The Victoria Hospital at Suez, where the Wounded from the Soudan have been treated (engraving)
1061607 The Victoria Hospital at Suez, where the Wounded from the Soudan have been treated (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Victoria Hospital at Suez)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The advance in the Soudan (engraving)

The advance in the Soudan (engraving)
1039491 The advance in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The advance in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The advance in the Soudan, the Horrors of a Dervish Baggara Raid (litho)

The advance in the Soudan, the Horrors of a Dervish Baggara Raid (litho)
1039488 The advance in the Soudan, the Horrors of a Dervish Baggara Raid (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The advance in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The advance in the Soudan, Prayers in the Desert, a Sunset Scene at Berber (litho)

The advance in the Soudan, Prayers in the Desert, a Sunset Scene at Berber (litho)
1039472 The advance in the Soudan, Prayers in the Desert, a Sunset Scene at Berber (litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The advance in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The advance in the Soudan, an Alarm at Gulbab Post (litho)

The advance in the Soudan, an Alarm at Gulbab Post (litho)
1039423 The advance in the Soudan, an Alarm at Gulbab Post (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The advance in the Soudan, an Alarm at Gulbab Post)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The advance in the Soudan (litho)

The advance in the Soudan (litho)
1039417 The advance in the Soudan (litho) by Craig, Frank (1874-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: The advance in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: 'Now', after the advance in the Soudan (litho)

"Now", after the advance in the Soudan (litho)
1039339 " Now", after the advance in the Soudan (litho) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Now", after the advance in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho)

Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho)
5895290 Advert for the Exposition de Lyon, 1894 (litho) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Exposition universelle)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Chiefs of the Soudan, etc, Africa (engraving)

Chiefs of the Soudan, etc, Africa (engraving)
1609494 Chiefs of the Soudan, etc, Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chiefs of the Soudan, etc, Africa)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Objects of Sport in the Soudan (engraving)

Objects of Sport in the Soudan (engraving)
1616635 Objects of Sport in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Objects of Sport in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Return of the Guards from the Soudan (engraving)

Return of the Guards from the Soudan (engraving)
1614242 Return of the Guards from the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Guards from the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Lord Wolseley bidding Farewell to the Australian Infantry (engraving)

Lord Wolseley bidding Farewell to the Australian Infantry (engraving)
1614120 Lord Wolseley bidding Farewell to the Australian Infantry (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Wolseley bidding Farewell to the Australian Infantry)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Antelopes from Soudan, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society (engraving)

Antelopes from Soudan, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society (engraving)
1620620 Antelopes from Soudan, in the Gardens of the Zoological Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antelopes from Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Zereba and Advanced Redoubt near Souakim (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, Zereba and Advanced Redoubt near Souakim (engraving)
1591015 The War in the Soudan, Zereba and Advanced Redoubt near Souakim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, General Earles Landing-Place at Hamdab, on the Nile (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, General Earles Landing-Place at Hamdab, on the Nile (engraving)
1591006 The War in the Soudan, General Earles Landing-Place at Hamdab, on the Nile (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, making Clothing at Pimlico for the Troops going to Souakim (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, making Clothing at Pimlico for the Troops going to Souakim (engraving)
1590982 The War in the Soudan, making Clothing at Pimlico for the Troops going to Souakim (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Relief of Khartoum, Concert at Korti, a Sailor at Sea in the Desert of the Soudan (litho)

The Relief of Khartoum, Concert at Korti, a Sailor at Sea in the Desert of the Soudan (litho)
1590960 The Relief of Khartoum, Concert at Korti, a Sailor at Sea in the Desert of the Soudan (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Relief of Khartoum)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Our Success in the Soudan, Officers wounded at Omdurman in the English Military Hospital at Abadia

Our Success in the Soudan, Officers wounded at Omdurman in the English Military Hospital at Abadia (b / w photo)
1606569 Our Success in the Soudan, Officers wounded at Omdurman in the English Military Hospital at Abadia (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving)
1591233 The War in the Soudan, the Battle of Abou Kru, or Gubat, 19 January (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Last Shot in the Soudan (colour litho)

The Last Shot in the Soudan (colour litho)
1591229 The Last Shot in the Soudan (colour litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Shot in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March

The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman
1591206 The War in the Soudan, the Fight at Hasheen, near Souakim, 20 March, the 5th Lancers charging on the Flank of Osman Dignas Attack (engraving) by Woodville

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Mounted Infantry burning Tamai (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, Mounted Infantry burning Tamai (engraving)
1591200 The War in the Soudan, Mounted Infantry burning Tamai (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, 1st Life Guards building their Summer Huts on the Nile (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, 1st Life Guards building their Summer Huts on the Nile (engraving)
1591073 The War in the Soudan, 1st Life Guards building their Summer Huts on the Nile (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan (engraving)

The War in the Soudan (engraving)
1591051 The War in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 April 1885)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Prince Hassan, Brother of the Khedive, High Commissioner of the Egyptian Government in the Soudan

Prince Hassan, Brother of the Khedive, High Commissioner of the Egyptian Government in the Soudan (engraving)
1591005 Prince Hassan, Brother of the Khedive, High Commissioner of the Egyptian Government in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prince Hassan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Khartoum (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, Khartoum (engraving)
1590977 The War in the Soudan, Khartoum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan, Khartoum)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Birds Eye View of the Soudan and Surrounding Countries (chromolitho)

Birds Eye View of the Soudan and Surrounding Countries (chromolitho)
1623054 Birds Eye View of the Soudan and Surrounding Countries (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds Eye View of the Soudan and Surrounding Countries)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Battle of Tamasi (or Tamanieb), 13 March (litho)

The War in the Soudan, Battle of Tamasi (or Tamanieb), 13 March (litho)
1622630 The War in the Soudan, Battle of Tamasi (or Tamanieb), 13 March (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, the Advance on Tokar (litho)

The War in the Soudan, the Advance on Tokar (litho)
1622469 The War in the Soudan, the Advance on Tokar (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan, the Advance on Tokar)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Battle of El Teb, 29 February, storming of the First Fort

The War in the Soudan, Battle of El Teb, 29 February, storming of the First Fort, armed with Two Krupp Guns
1622453 The War in the Soudan, Battle of El Teb, 29 February, storming of the First Fort, armed with Two Krupp Guns, by 65th and 75th, Gordon Highlanders (engraving) by Prior

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Zobehr Pashas Camp of Black Troops at Suez Docks (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, Zobehr Pashas Camp of Black Troops at Suez Docks (engraving)
1622404 The War in the Soudan, Zobehr Pashas Camp of Black Troops at Suez Docks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, signalling the Position of the Enemy at Trinkitat to Admiral Sir W Hewett

The War in the Soudan, signalling the Position of the Enemy at Trinkitat to Admiral Sir W Hewett (engraving)
1622400 The War in the Soudan, signalling the Position of the Enemy at Trinkitat to Admiral Sir W Hewett (engraving) by Overend

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving)

The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving)
1622387 The War in the Soudan, Black Troops leaving Massowah to join the Forces at Souakim (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The War in the Soudan (engraving)

The War in the Soudan (engraving)
1622372 The War in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 February 1884)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Back from the Soudan, Arrival of the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Waterloo (litho)

Back from the Soudan, Arrival of the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Waterloo (litho)
1063875 Back from the Soudan, Arrival of the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Waterloo (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Back from the Soudan)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Soudan Rebellion (engraving)

The Soudan Rebellion (engraving)
1063803 The Soudan Rebellion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan Rebellion)

Background imageSoudan Collection: Lieutenant Colonel Hamill Stewart, CMG, 11th Hussars (engraving)

Lieutenant Colonel Hamill Stewart, CMG, 11th Hussars (engraving)
1061435 Lieutenant Colonel Hamill Stewart, CMG, 11th Hussars (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieutenant Colonel Hamill Stewart, CMG, 11th Hussars)

Background imageSoudan Collection: The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving)

The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving)
1061389 The Rebellion in the Soudan (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rebellion in the Soudan)




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"Soudan: A Tapestry of History and Conflict" Step into the captivating world of Soudan, a land steeped in rich history and marked by gripping conflicts. From the British Camel Corps' courageous endeavors during the Sudan War to General Graham's daring landing at Trinkitat, this region has witnessed countless tales of bravery and resilience. Travel back to 1884 as Major-General C. G. Gordon, C. B. , chronicles his experiences in Kartoum through his poignant journals. The illustrations vividly depict the swamps at Trinkitat and the burning Tamasi Village, reminding us of the harsh realities faced by those caught in the midst of war. Intriguingly, it also became embroiled in international disputes such as the Fashoda conflict. Magazine Punch's depiction from 1898 captures this tense moment between nations with striking detail. Yet amidst these tumultuous times, another dark chapter unfolded - that of slave traders on Kordofan's roads. These despicable acts stained Soudan's past but shed light on its significance as a crossroads for trade and sought-after resources like butter carried by beets of money. The French victory against Tuareg rebels in Sahara adds another layer to Soudan's complex narrative. Engravings from "Le petit journal" transport us to scenes of combat in the desert before In Salah fell under their control – a pivotal refueling center for insurgents. Zebehr Pasha emerges as a prominent figure within this tapestry; an engraving immortalizes him while highlighting his influence on shaping events within Soudan. Another engraving exposes the grim reality behind The Slave Trade in Soudan - an abhorrent practice that scarred both individuals and communities alike. Finally, a black-and-white photograph titled "The Soudan unveiled" invites us to explore further into this enigmatic land where stories intertwine with the sands of time.