Isandhlwana Collection

The Zulu war. Scene of the Battle of Isandula (Isandhlwana)
After the Battle of Isadhlwana. A description by Lieutenant Crealock reads, Day waned and the night hung over the hill, when we reached the last ridge, beyond which lay what had been our camp

The Zulu war. Lord Chelmsfords retreat from Isandhlwana the
Lord Chelmsford surveying the damage after the Battle of Isandlwana. The battlefield strewn with corpses is in the foreground, Isandhlawana Hill is in the distance, as are the Zulu impi (warriors)

Zulu war. At Bay. The Battle of Isandula (Isandhlwana), Janua
The last order we heard given was Fix bayonets, men, and die like English soldiers do, and so they did. Extract from a letter from a survivor

Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours, 1879, (c1880). Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Plan of the Marches near Isandhlwana between Jan. 12th and 22nd, 1879, c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Victoria Cross: Lieuts T Melvill and N J A Coghill, at Isandhlwana, 1879 (colour litho)
6019810 Victoria Cross: Lieuts T Melvill and N J A Coghill, at Isandhlwana, 1879 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lieuts T Melvill and N J A Coghill)

The Zulu War, Isandhlwana revisited, fetching away the Waggons, 21 May (engraving)
1099970 The Zulu War, Isandhlwana revisited, fetching away the Waggons, 21 May (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War)

The Zulu War, Fort Melvill, near Isandhlwana (engraving)
1106701 The Zulu War, Fort Melvill, near Isandhlwana (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War, Fort Melvill, near Isandhlwana)

Plan of the Battle of Isandhlwana, (Jan. 22, 1879), c1880. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill try to escape with the Queen's Colours during the Battle of Isandlwana
3062116 Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill try to escape with the Queen's Colours during the Battle of Isandlwana, South Africa, 22 January 1879

The Defenders of Rorke's Drift at daybreak, 23rd January 187
Dead Zulus piled up against sandbanks and fortifications, British officers with rifles and bayonets standing above them, perpetrating the myth that Rorke's Drift was an important victory

The Battle of Isandhlwana. Isandula Hill - facsimile of sket
Sketch of Isandhlwana Hill after the battle of Isandhlwana, showing the British dead at the bottom of the hill. Date: 1879

Major Gonville Bromhead, VC (engraving)
1062301 Major Gonville Bromhead, VC (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Gonville Bromhead, VC, one of the Heroes of Rorkes Drift)

The advance of the Zulus at Isandhlwana 22 January 1879
3082844 The advance of the Zulus at Isandhlwana 22 January 1879, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, 1915 (litho) by Woodville

The Zulu War, the Field of Isandhlwana revisited (engraving)
1099660 The Zulu War, the Field of Isandhlwana revisited (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War, the Field of Isandhlwana revisited)

The Dash with the Colours at Isandhlwana, 1879 (engraving)
671108 The Dash with the Colours at Isandhlwana, 1879 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dash with the Colours at Isandhlwana, 1879)

Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours (engraving)
664284 Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isandhlwana: The Dash with the Colours)

The Zulu War, Dabulamanzi, Brother of King Cetewayo, Commander of the Zulu Army at Isandhlwana (engraving)
1106596 The Zulu War, Dabulamanzi, Brother of King Cetewayo, Commander of the Zulu Army at Isandhlwana (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War)

Escaping from Isandhlwana (litho)
1043316 Escaping from Isandhlwana (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Escaping from Isandhlwana)

Dabulamanzi, one of the Zulu Leaders at Isandhlwana and Ghingilovo, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From a photograph. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Isandhlwana, Natal, South Africa
Isandhlwana (Isandlwana), Natal, South Africa, site of a battle on 22 January 1879 during the Anglo-Zulu War. Date: circa 1905

British Soldiers Fleeing And Being Pursued By Zulu Warriors After The Battle Of Isandlwana, Kwazulu-Natal Province, South Africa

Lord Chelmsfords Column Arrives At Isandlwana, Kwazulu-Natal Province, South Africa. From Afrika, Dets Opdagelse, Erobring Og Kolonisation, Published In Copenhagen, 1901

Source Size = 3577 x 2119
THE ZULU WAR: FORT MELVILL, NEAR ISANDHLWANA; 1. Spur of Oscarberg; 2. Ridge where the waggons are; 3. Isandhlwana Hill; 4. Bashee Valley; 5. Sirayos Krantz; 6. Road from the Ponts; 7

ZULU PRINCE, 1879. Dabulamanzi, brother of King Cetewayo, commander of the Zulu army at the Battle of Isandlwana. Wood engraving, 1879

ZULU WAR: RETREAT, 1879. Retreat of British soldiers across the Buffalo River following their defeat at the Battle of Isandlwana, 22 January 1879. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

THE ZULU WAR, 1879. Isandhlwana: The Dash With the Colours. Line engraving, late 19th century

The Zulu war. Graves of the 17 men who fell in the defence o
140 British soldiers defended the fort and hospital at Rorkes Drift from 3, 000 zulu warriors on the same day that the British suffered their heaviest defeat of the war at Isandhlwana

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The Battle of Isandhlwana

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"Isandhlwana: A Historic Battlefield of the Zulu War" Step back in time to the scene of one of history's most significant battles, the Battle of Isandlwana. This pivotal event took place during the Zulu War, forever etching its name into the annals of military history. Lord Chelmsford's retreat from Isandhlwana marked a turning point in this fierce conflict. The Dash with the Colours, captured in 1879, vividly portrays the intensity and bravery exhibited on both sides. Delve deeper into this captivating chapter with a plan showcasing the marches near Isandhlwana between January 12th and 22nd, 1879. Every step taken by soldiers left an indelible mark on this hallowed ground. The Battle of Isandlwana itself stands as a testament to courage amidst adversity. At Bay, warriors clashed fiercely on that fateful day - January 22nd, 1879. Explore a detailed battle plan capturing every strategic move made during those intense hours. As we revisit Isandhlwana through engravings and sketches from that era, we witness Fort Melvill standing tall against formidable odds. Its defenders fought valiantly to protect their position and honor. Rorke's Drift at daybreak on January 23rd witnessed brave souls defending their post against all odds. Their unwavering determination echoes through time as they stood strong against relentless attacks. Gaze upon facsimiles of sketches depicting Isandula Hill - an enduring symbol of resilience amid chaos. These images transport us back to that momentous battle where heroes were born and legends forged. Located in Natal, South Africa today, Isandhlwana remains a sacred site commemorating those who sacrificed everything for their cause. It serves as a reminder of our shared human history and honors Major Gonville Bromhead VC – one of the many heroes who emerged from this brutal conflict.