Garnet Joseph Collection

Sir Garnet Wolseley, c1880. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley (1833-1913), Anglo-Irish officer. Episode of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War (1873-1874). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol

Lord and Lady Wolseley and their daughter, c1882-85. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Covering the retreat of the fifty-eighth regiment after the Battle of Laings Nek, c1880. Episode of the First Boer War (1880-1881). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Storming of Sekukunis Stronghold: Sir Garnet Wolseley cheering on the Swazies, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Sir Garnet Wolseleys Camp at Ulundi: Zulus Coming In To Give Up Their Arms, c1880. Episode of the Anglo-Zulu Wars (1879-1896). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

The Bonny Men Led The Advance, 1902. Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
The Bonny Men Led The Advance, 1902. The Battle of Amoaful was a battle fought on 31st January 1874, during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. I

Lieutenant-General Sir Garnet Joseph Wolseley, British soldier, 1882 (1883). From William Ewart Gladstone and His Contemporaries, Vol. III, 1852-1860, by Thomas Archer, F.R.H.S

Lord Wolseley and the headquarters staff in Ireland, 1896. Artist: J Robinson & Son
Lord Wolseley and the headquarters staff in Ireland, 1896. Field Marshal Garnet Joseph Wolseley (1833-1913) was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Forces in 1895, a post he held until 1900

The Battle of Khartoum, 1885 (1900). British forces commanded by General Garnet Wolseley were dispatched to the Sudan to relieve General Gordon, besieged at Khartoum

Major-General Sir Garnet Wolseley, KCB, British soldier, 1876. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Major-General Sir Garnet Wolseley, KCB, British soldier, 1876. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science, literature and art

Queen Victorias commanders in chief, 1901. The The Duke of Wellington; Lord Hill; George, Duke of Cambridge; Lord Wolseley; Viscount Hardinge; Lord Roberts

Garnet Joseph Wolseley, 1st Viscount Wolseley, British Field Marshal, 1902. Irish-born Wolseley (1833-1913) served in Burma, the Crimean War, the Indian Sepoy Rebellion, China, Canada

The Right Honourable Garnet Joseph Wolseley, British Field Marshal, 1880
The Right Honourable Garnet Joseph Wolseley, 1st Viscount Wolseley, British Field Marshal, 1880. Irish-born Wolseley (1833-1913) served in Burma, the Crimean War, the Indian Sepoy Rebellion, China

Viscount Wolsley, British soldier, 1874. Artist: Carlo Pellegrini
Viscount Wolsley, British soldier, 1874. Garnet Joseph Wolsley, (1833-1913) won the Victoria Cross in the Indian Mutiny and led the relief of Khartoum in 1884-1885

Battle of Tel-el-Kebir, Egypt, 13 September 1882 (1887). Lieutenant-General Garnet Wolseley (1833-1913), directing the battle at the end of the British expedition to Egypt to crush the revolt of

Garnet Joseph Wolseley, Viscount Wolseley, Irish-born British soldier, c1880. In 1885 Wolseley (1833-1914) arrived at Khartoum too late to relieve General Gordon

Vici!!!, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
Vici!!!, 1882. In a companion cartoon to that issued on 9th September 1882, and which carries the caption Veni, Vidi, Sir Garnet Wolseley has brought the Egyptian rebel, Colonel Arabi, to his knees

The Modern Caesar, 1882. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Modern Caesar, 1882. Sir Garnet Wolseley is depicted as the Modern Caesar in this cartoon. Following the uprising in Egypt

Dearly Bought, 1874. Artist: Joseph Swain
Dearly Bought, 1874. Sir Garnet Wolseley is depicted presenting Britannia with King King Coffees state umbrella. British troops in the background stand guard over the dejected native King

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Garnet Joseph Wolseley, a prominent British soldier and field marshal, left an indelible mark on history with his strategic prowess and leadership. Born in 1833, he rose through the ranks to become one of Queen Victoria's most trusted commanders. In the late 19th century, Sir Garnet Wolseley played a pivotal role in various military campaigns. One such instance was during the Battle of Laings Nek in 1880 when he valiantly covered the retreat of the fifty-eighth regiment. His unwavering determination earned him admiration from all who witnessed his bravery. Another significant event was the storming of Sekukunis Stronghold where Sir Garnet Wolseley cheered on the Swazies with infectious enthusiasm. His ability to inspire those around him made him an exceptional leader both on and off the battlefield. During his time at Ulundi, Sir Garnet Wolseley established a camp where Zulus voluntarily surrendered their arms. This act showcased not only his military prowess but also his diplomatic skills as he fostered peace between conflicting parties. Throughout his illustrious career, Lord and Lady Wolseley stood by their husband's side. In a captivating photograph taken between 1882-85 they can seen with their daughter exuding elegance and grace that befit their esteemed status. Sir Garnet Joseph Wolseley's contributions were recognized even beyond battlefields. He held several high-ranking positions within the British army including Lieutenant-General and Major-General while being knighted for his services as well. His legacy continued to thrive as evidenced by portraits like "The Bonny Men Led The Advance" painted by Richard Caton Woodville II in 1902 or "Lord Wolseley and headquarters staff in Ireland" captured by J Robinson & Son in 1896. These artistic representations immortalized moments that defined Sir Garnet's career.