Uhlans Collection

Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia (1895 - 1918), eldest daughter of the Tsar Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna wearing the unifom of Colonel-In-Chief of the 3rd Regiment of Uhlans of

Uhlans at Liege
A detachment of German Uhlans charging a fort at Liege, Belgium, only to encounter the barbed wire defences constructed by order of General Liman, commander of the Belgian troops in Liege

Colonel-In-Chief of Russian Uhlans: The Grand Duchess Tatiana

Austrians in Bosnia
Extending the Empire southwards, Austria occupies Bosnia : Uhlans attack the insurgents near Bussovacz

Franco-Prussian War 1870 Camouflaged ambush
2620790 Franco-Prussian War 1870 Camouflaged ambush; (add.info.: Franco Prussian War 1870 - A unit of Uhlans goes against French colonial Zouaves camouflaged behind a barrier built of foliage to hide)

Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Prussian Uhlans chasing a balloon which had escaped from the besieged city of Paris
530565 Franco-Prussian War 1870-1871: Prussian Uhlans chasing a balloon which had escaped from the besieged city of Paris. Wood engraving, 1881.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho)
3252873 Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons)

Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho)
3252876 Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons, 23rd August 1914 during WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: Furious charge of British cavalry at The Battle of Mons)

Franco Prussian War 1870-A unit of Uhlans goes against French colonial Zouaves camouflaged behind a barrier built of
5314012 Franco Prussian War 1870-A unit of Uhlans goes against French colonial Zouaves camouflaged behind a barrier built of foliage to hide and ambush; (add.info)

No Surrender! A British artillery officer who sold his life dearly when his battery was attacked, Belgium, WWI (litho)
3252853 No Surrender! A British artillery officer who sold his life dearly when his battery was attacked, Belgium, WWI (litho); Private Collection; (add.info.: No Surrender)

Uhlans Entering a French Town, 1870 (engraving)
1580793 Uhlans Entering a French Town, 1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicts the arrival of Uhlans into a French town)

Uhlan prisoners near Douai, between c1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
Uhlan prisoners near Douai, between c1914 and c1915.

La Nouvelle Europe; la republique Polonaise; Apres la proclamation de la Republique polonaise... Creator: Unknown
La Nouvelle Europe; la republique Polonaise; Apres la proclamation de la Republique polonaise: les veterans des luttes de 1863 pour l'independence

'Le Role de la Cavalerie; Dragons Francais Chargeant des Uhlans, 1914. Creator: Georges Bertin Scott
'Le Role de la Cavalerie; Dragons Francais Chargeant des Uhlans, 1914. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919: Volume I". [L'Illustration, Paris, 1926]

Portrait of a staff captain of 3rd Elisavetgrad Hussar Regiment, 1837. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of a staff captain of 3rd Elisavetgrad Hussar Regiment, 1837. Found in the collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

The Battle of Mir on 9 July 1812. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Leo Tolstoy, Moscow

Charge of the 16th Uhlans, 1902. Artist: Evelyn Stuart Hardy
Charge of the 16th Uhlans, 1902. The Battle of Mars-La-Tour was fought on 16 August 1870, during the Franco-Prussian War. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. I

German Cavalry Uhlans during WW1

Uhlans tracking the Course of a Balloon (engraving)
1052193 Uhlans tracking the Course of a Balloon (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uhlans tracking the Course of a Balloon)

The Uniforms of the Austro-Mexican Brigade
A group of soldiers stand about in their full uniforms including: (left to right) artillery officers, a Chief Surgeon, Austrian Uhlans, a Hussar officer, a Chasseur officer, a Hussar, a bugleman

Uhlans entering a French Town (engraving)
1052106 Uhlans entering a French Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uhlans entering a French Town)

Austrian Soldiers (engraving)
1610014 Austrian Soldiers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Austrian Soldiers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 June 1859)

Cavalry of the Russian Army (colour litho)
2818280 Cavalry of the Russian Army (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavalry of the Russian Army. La cavalerie Russe)

Captain Negrier of the light infantry escaping from Prussian captivity in the Franco-Prussian War (colour litho)
2819073 Captain Negrier of the light infantry escaping from Prussian captivity in the Franco-Prussian War (colour litho) by French School

Affair between Uhlans and Chasseurs d Afrique, August 1870 (engraving)
959107 Affair between Uhlans and Chasseurs d Afrique, August 1870 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Affair between Uhlans and Chasseurs d Afrique)

A visit of Uhlans, March 1871 (engraving)
958856 A visit of Uhlans, March 1871 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A visit of Uhlans, March 1871)

Battles of the Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 (coloured engraving)
5998718 Battles of the Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battles of the Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871)

German cavalry of the Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 (coloured engraving)
979164 German cavalry of the Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: German cavalry of the Franco-Prussian War)

The German Military Manoeuvres in Lorraine before the Emperor William (engraving)
1063021 The German Military Manoeuvres in Lorraine before the Emperor William (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Types of the German Army, 1919. Creator: Richard Simkin
Types of the German Army, 1919. Soldiers serving during the First World War, 1914-1919: Artillery, Infantry of the Line (service kit), Uhlan, Hussar, Cuirassier

The Officer of the Ulans in the Service of the King of Prussia, (18th century?). Uhlans were Polish light cavalry

7th Reserve squadron of the Black Sea Cossacks. Private Collection

Nicholas I and his entourage reviewing the Life Guards Lancer (Ulansky) His Majestys Regiment, 1846. Private Collection

The Battle of Mir on 9 July 1812, 1912. Artist: Masurovsky, Viktor Viketyevich (1859-after 1923)
The Battle of Mir on 9 July 1812, 1912. Found in the collection of Russian State Military History Archive

Soldiers of the 1st Guard Cavalry Division of the Russian Imperial Guard, 1867. From a private collection

The 2nd Guard Cavalry Division, 1867. Artist: Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-1889)
The 2nd Guard Cavalry Division, 1867. From a private collection

Officers of the Cavalry Mounted Regiment. Artist: Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-1889)
Officers of the Cavalry Mounted Regiment. From a private collection

Wounded Uhlan, 1831. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Officers from Uhlan Regiment, 1887. Artist: Balashov, Pyotr Ivanovich (?-1888)
Officers from Uhlan Regiment, 1887. From a private collection

Chief Staff Officers of the Uhlans Regiment Grand Duke Michael Pavlovich of Russia, 1830s. From a private collection

Armoured Belgian troops under attack by Uhlans, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Uhlans demanding refreshments from Belgian villagers, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Uhlans checked by barbed wire near Liege, Belgium, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

The Battle of Ostroleka on 26 May 1831. Artist: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)
The Battle of Ostroleka on 26 May 1831. From a private collection

Emilia Plater in November uprising 1831. Artist: Wunder, Georg Benedikt (1786-1858)
Emilia Plater in November uprising 1831. Found in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Vanguard of Austro-Hungarian Uhlans occupying a clearing in a forest, World War I, 1917. The south-eastern theatre of the war. A photograph from Der Grosse Krieg in Bildern

The German Cavalry, The Uhlans, Come Up Against Barbed Wire Erected By The Belgians To Stop Their Advance During World War One. From The History Of The Great War, Published C. 1919

Furious Charge Of British Cavalry At The Battle Of Mons, 23rd August 1914 During Wwi. From The War Illustrated Album Deluxe, Published 1915

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Uhlans, the brave cavalrymen of Europe, have left an indelible mark on history. From their origins in Poland to their presence in various conflicts, these horse-mounted warriors have captivated many. One notable figure associated with Uhlans is Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia. Her admiration for these gallant soldiers was well-known, and she often supported them during her reign. During the Battle of Liege, Uhlans showcased their valor as they charged fearlessly into battle. Their unwavering determination and skill were evident as they fought alongside other troops. Another influential personality linked to Uhlans was the Grand Duchess Tatiana, who held the esteemed position of Colonel-In-Chief of Russian Uhlans. Her dedication to this regiment further solidified its significance within military circles. Beyond Russia's borders, Austrian Uhlans played a crucial role in Bosnia during times of unrest. These mounted units brought stability and protection to troubled regions while upholding their reputation for bravery. World War I witnessed German Cavalry Uhlans at the forefront of combat. Their distinctive uniforms and expert horsemanship made them a formidable force on the battlefield. Artists like Evelyn Stuart Hardy immortalized their charges through captivating paintings that depicted both strength and grace. The rich history surrounding Uhlans extends beyond warfare alone; it encompasses various aspects such as artistry and exploration too. An anonymous artist beautifully captured a staff captain from 3rd Elisavetgrad Hussar Regiment in 1837 - a testament to how deeply ingrained these figures were within society. In historical engravings, we see scenes like "Uhlans tracking the Course of a Balloon, " highlighting not only their military prowess but also their adaptability across different domains. The Uniforms of the Austro-Mexican Brigade showcase yet another facet of Ulhan culture - fashion intertwined with duty. The vibrant colors and intricate details exemplify the pride and identity these soldiers carried with them.