Ekowe Collection

The relief at Ekowe
Lord Chelmsford(1827-1905) riding out to meet Colonel E.K Pearson(1834-1909) about a mile from Fort Ekowe, with troops following

Colonel E. K Pearson
COLONEL CHARLES KNIGHT PEARSON He distinguished himself during the Zulu War, and was made a Knight Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George in 1879

Inside Ekowe, II, Sketches by a Besieged Resident (engraving)
1058904 Inside Ekowe, II, Sketches by a Besieged Resident (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inside Ekowe, II, Sketches by a Besieged Resident)

The Zulu War, the March to Ekowe, the Relief Column crossing a Drift (engraving)
1106752 The Zulu War, the March to Ekowe, the Relief Column crossing a Drift (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War, the March to Ekowe)

Map of Lord Chelmsfords Route to the Relief of Ekowe, and Plan of the Fort (engraving)
1106627 Map of Lord Chelmsfords Route to the Relief of Ekowe, and Plan of the Fort (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Zulu War, the Relief of Ekowe (engraving)
1058868 The Zulu War, the Relief of Ekowe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War, the Relief of Ekowe)

The Zulu War (engraving)
1106591 The Zulu War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Inside Ekowe, I, Sketches by a Besieged Resident (engraving)
1058893 Inside Ekowe, I, Sketches by a Besieged Resident (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inside Ekowe, I, Sketches by a Besieged Resident)

The Zulu War, Sailors of HMS Shah crossing the River for the Relief of Ekowe (engraving)
1106631 The Zulu War, Sailors of HMS Shah crossing the River for the Relief of Ekowe (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War)

Zulu War March 1879
The Relief of Ekowe Lord Chelmsfords Column crossing the Amantikulu River Date: 31 March 1879

Source Size = 4130 x 2391
" fort Curtis, " a New Fort Just Built on the Ekowe Flats, Zululand

Source Size = 2986 x 3368
Map of Lord Chelmsfords Route to the Relief of Ekowe, and Plan of the Fort, 1879

Source Size = 3555 x 4696
The Zulu War: Fort Ekowe, 1879

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"The relief at Ekowe: A glimpse into the heroic struggle during the Zulu War" Step back in time to witness the remarkable events that unfolded at Ekowe, a fortress besieged during the Zulu War. Colonel E. K Pearson, a key figure in this tale of bravery and resilience, led his troops with unwavering determination. Through captivating engravings like "Inside Ekowe II" and "Sketches by a Besieged Resident, " we are transported inside the fort's walls. These illustrations depict the harsh realities faced by those trapped within its confines, showcasing their indomitable spirit amidst adversity. Lord Chelmsford's route to relieve Ekowe is meticulously mapped out, providing us with an understanding of the treacherous journey undertaken by the relief column. The engraving titled "The Relief Column crossing a Drift" captures their courageous river crossing as they pushed forward against all odds. As we delve deeper into this historic conflict through engravings such as "The Relief of Ekowe" and "The Zulu War, " we gain insight into both sides of this fierce battle. The intensity and scale of warfare become evident as sailors from HMS Shah join forces with land troops to cross rivers for Ekowe's salvation. These illustrations offer glimpses into life on both sides of war - from sketches depicting daily life inside Ekowe to scenes showcasing soldiers marching towards victory. They serve as powerful reminders of human endurance and sacrifice during times of great turmoil. Intriguingly detailed images like "Zulu War March 1879" and "Illustrations of the Zulu War" allow us to visualize how history unfolded before our eyes. With each stroke engraved upon these pages, we are reminded not only of past conflicts but also how far humanity has come since then. Ekowe stands as a testament to courage under fire - a symbol etched forever in history books.