First War Of Indian Independence Collection

Illustration the Battle of Badli-ki-Serai
3523069 Illustration the Battle of Badli-ki-Serai; (add.info.: Illustration the Battle of Badli-ki-Serai. Fought early in the Indian Rebellion of 1857)

Death of Brigadier Adrian Hope in the attack on the Fort of Roodamow, 15 April 1858 (engraving)
3626665 Death of Brigadier Adrian Hope in the attack on the Fort of Roodamow, 15 April 1858 (engraving) by English School

The Palace at Agra (engraving)
3626680 The Palace at Agra (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Palace at Agra)

View of Lucknow (engraving)
3626670 View of Lucknow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Lucknow. Illustration from The History of the Indian Mutiny by Charles Ball)

Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers (engraving)
3626667 Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sikh troops dividing the spoils taken from mutineers)

Conflict between Ghazis and Highlanders before Bareilly, 6 May 1858 (engraving)
3626662 Conflict between Ghazis and Highlanders before Bareilly, 6 May 1858 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Assault of Delhi - capture of the Kashmiri Gate, 14 September 1857 (engraving)
3626658 Assault of Delhi - capture of the Kashmiri Gate, 14 September 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Gate of Hari, or Vishnu, Hurdwar (engraving)
3626657 The Gate of Hari, or Vishnu, Hurdwar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gate of Hari, or Vishnu, Haridwar)

Major Eyre driving the Oudh rebels from Allahabad (engraving)
3626684 Major Eyre driving the Oudh rebels from Allahabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major Eyre driving the Oudh rebels from Allahabad)

The relief of Lucknow by General Havelock, 25 September 1857 (engraving)
3626682 The relief of Lucknow by General Havelock, 25 September 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The relief of Lucknow by General Havelock)

Tomb of Humayun, Delhi (engraving)
3626681 Tomb of Humayun, Delhi (engraving) by Purser, William (c.1790-1852); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomb of Humayun, Delhi)

View of Delhi from the river, showing the Kings palace (engraving)
3626676 View of Delhi from the river, showing the Kings palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Delhi from the river, showing the Kings palace)

Sutteeism on the banks of the Ganges - preparing for the immolation of a Hindu widow (engraving)
3626666 Sutteeism on the banks of the Ganges - preparing for the immolation of a Hindu widow (engraving) by English School

Defeat of the Peishwas army before Jhansi by General Rose, 1 April 1858 (engraving)
3626651 Defeat of the Peishwas army before Jhansi by General Rose, 1 April 1858 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Battery at Lucknow - the defenders on the look out (engraving)
3626685 Battery at Lucknow - the defenders on the look out (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Battery at Lucknow - the defenders on the look out)

Zinat Mahal, favourite wife of Bahadur Shah II, last Mughal Emperor (engraving)
3626675 Zinat Mahal, favourite wife of Bahadur Shah II, last Mughal Emperor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zinat Mahal (1823-1886)

Disarming the 11th Irregular Cavalry at Berhampore (engraving)
3626673 Disarming the 11th Irregular Cavalry at Berhampore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Disarming the 11th Irregular Cavalry at Berhampore)

Mussoorie and the Doon, from Landour (engraving)
3626669 Mussoorie and the Doon, from Landour (engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mussoorie and the Doon, from Landour)

The Times correspondent looking on at the sacking of the Qaisar Bagh after the capture of Lucknow
3626652 The Times correspondent looking on at the sacking of the Qaisar Bagh after the capture of Lucknow, 15 March 1858 (engraving) by English School

Kunwar Singh, Indian military commander against the British in Bihar during the Indian Mutiny (engraving)
3626677 Kunwar Singh, Indian military commander against the British in Bihar during the Indian Mutiny (engraving) by English School

Attack on the mutineers before Kanpur (engraving)
3626674 Attack on the mutineers before Kanpur (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack on the mutineers before Kanpur)

Bahadur Shah II, last Mughal Emperor (engraving)
3626672 Bahadur Shah II, last Mughal Emperor (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bahadur Shah II (1775-1862), last Mughal Emperor

The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar (engraving)
3626671 The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar)

The Dewas Khan, or Hall of Audience, Palace of Delhi (engraving)
3626668 The Dewas Khan, or Hall of Audience, Palace of Delhi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dewas Khan, or Hall of Audience, Palace of Delhi)

Village of Naree, India (engraving)
3626664 Village of Naree, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Village of Naree, India)

The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan (engraving)
3626663 The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fortress of Daulatabad in the Deccan)

Snowy range, from Tyne or Marma (engraving)
3626661 Snowy range, from Tyne or Marma (engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Snowy range, from Tyne or Marma. The Himalayas)

Valley of the Doon, Himalaya Mountains (engraving)
3626660 Valley of the Doon, Himalaya Mountains (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Valley of the Doon, Himalaya Mountains)

Fort George, Madras (engraving)
3626655 Fort George, Madras (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fort George, Madras)

The Residency, Lucknow (engraving)
3626687 The Residency, Lucknow (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Residency, Lucknow)

Attack of the mutineers on the Redan Battery at Lucknow, 30 July 1857 (engraving)
3626683 Attack of the mutineers on the Redan Battery at Lucknow, 30 July 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Henry Havelock, British general of the Indian Mutiny (engraving)
3626678 Sir Henry Havelock, British general of the Indian Mutiny (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Henry Havelock (1795-1857)

The British Residency at Hyderabad (engraving)
3626659 The British Residency at Hyderabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Residency at Hyderabad)

Outlying picket of the Highland Brigade (engraving)
816160 Outlying picket of the Highland Brigade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Outlying picket of the Highland Brigade at Benares)

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"Unveiling the Struggles: The First War of Indian Independence" In the annals of history, the First War of Indian Independence stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit and unwavering determination of a nation yearning for freedom. Engraved in our collective memory are pivotal moments that shaped this historic conflict. The attack on the Fort of Roodamow witnessed Brigadier Adrian Hope's tragic demise, highlighting the sacrifices made by valiant soldiers who fought with unmatched bravery. Meanwhile, Agra's majestic Palace served as a poignant backdrop, symbolizing both opulence and oppression under British rule. Lucknow's view evokes memories of fierce battles fought against colonial forces. Sikh troops dividing spoils taken from mutineers exemplify unity amidst adversity, showcasing how diverse communities united against a common oppressor. Conflict between Ghazis and Highlanders before Bareilly echoes tales of resistance echoing through time. The assault on Delhi saw the capture of Kashmiri Gate - an iconic moment when rebels challenged imperial dominance head-on. The Gate of Hari at Hurdwar reminds us that even sacred spaces were not spared from bloodshed during this tumultuous period. Major Eyre's triumph in driving Oudh rebels from Allahabad demonstrates resilience against all odds. General Havelock's heroic relief mission to Lucknow remains etched in history as he defied all obstacles to bring hope to besieged souls. Amidst turmoil, Delhi's Tomb of Humayun stood tall as a reminder that India had endured countless struggles throughout its rich past. Delhi viewed from afar showcased both grandeur and subjugation within its walls - an image encapsulating conflicting emotions experienced by those fighting for independence. Lastly, Sutteeism on Ganges' banks depicted Hindu widows preparing for immolation; it serves as a stark reminder that cultural practices were exploited during this era.