Highland Brigade Collection

The Highland Light Infantry, from the supplement to the Art and Navy Gazette, 7th December
XCF280503 The Highland Light Infantry, from the supplement to the Art and Navy Gazette, 7th December, 1895 (colour litho) by Simkin

The Battle of Magersfontein on 11 December (litho)
1599885 The Battle of Magersfontein on 11 December (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Magersfontein on 11 December)

The Battle of Magersfontein, Gordons covering the Retreat of the Highland Brigade (litho)
1599122 The Battle of Magersfontein, Gordons covering the Retreat of the Highland Brigade (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Magersfontein)

The barbed-wire entanglements at Magersfontein (b / w photo)
3623438 The barbed-wire entanglements at Magersfontein (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The barbed-wire entanglements at Magersfontein)

With a Great Army (litho)
1599854 With a Great Army (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With a Great Army, Our Occupation of Bloemfontein)

With a Great Army (litho)
1599585 With a Great Army (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With a Great Army, the End of the Days Work)

"Fighting Mac", Major-General Hector A Macdonald, commanding the Highland Brigade in South Africa
1599350 " Fighting Mac", Major-General Hector A Macdonald, commanding the Highland Brigade in South Africa (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The War in Egypt, at Close Quarters (engraving)
1622054 The War in Egypt, at Close Quarters (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Egypt, at Close Quarters)

The Late Major-General A. G. Wauchope, Formerly Commanding the Highland Brigade in South Africa
LLM459623 The Late Major-General A. G. Wauchope, Formerly Commanding the Highland Brigade in South Africa. Killed in Action at Magersfoutein

The Charge of the Highland Brigade at Tel-el-Kebir, 13 September 1882 (colour litho)
1044004 The Charge of the Highland Brigade at Tel-el-Kebir, 13 September 1882 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Recent Campaign in Egypt (engraving)
1061239 The Recent Campaign in Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Campaign in Egypt)

Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving)
1624168 Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Games of the Highland Brigade at Cairo)

Sports of the Highland Brigade at Aldershott (engraving)
1589140 Sports of the Highland Brigade at Aldershott (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sports of the Highland Brigade at Aldershott)

With the Troops on the Modder River (b / w photo)
1599292 With the Troops on the Modder River (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Troops on the Modder River)

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)

The British Occupation of Bloemfontein - An Evening Concert, 1900. Creator: A Forestier
The British Occupation of Bloemfontein - An Evening Concert in Market Square by the Pipers of the Highland Brigade, 1900. British forces entered the Orange Free State

Fighting Mac and the Highland Brigade in Action at Koodoesberg, 1900
" Fighting Mac" and the Highland Brigade in Action at Koodoesberg, 1900. General MacDonald took a position at Koodoesberg drift on the Modder River

Charge of the Highlanders, c1880. Artist: C. R
Charge of the Highlanders, c1880. Episode of the Indian Rebellion (1857). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]

The Highland Brigade Storming The Trenches at Tel-El-Kebir, c1882. Episode of the Anglo-Egyptian War (1882). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Outlaying picket of the Highland Brigade, 1857, (c1860). British troops camp during the period of East India Company rule. In the background are bodies hanging from a tree

British Artillery Entering the Enemys Lines at Tel-el-Kebir, Egypt, 13 September 1882
Artist: Charlton, John - Title: British Artillery Entering the Enemys Lines at Tel-el-Kebir, Egypt, 13 September 1882 - Date: 1883 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 165.1 x 248.9

Highland Brigade camp, looking south / W. Simpson, del. ;T. Picken, lith. ;Day & Son
Highland Brigade camp, looking south / W. Simpson, del.; T. Picken, lith.; Day & Son, Lithrs. to the Queen.; Day & Son.; Simpson, William, 1823-1899, artist; Picken, Thomas, -1870

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The Highland Brigade, known for their valor and unwavering commitment to duty, has left an indelible mark on history. From the supplement to the Art and Navy Gazette on 7th December, we catch a glimpse of their heroic exploits. One such momentous occasion was the Battle of Magersfontein on 11th December. The lithograph captures the intensity of this fierce encounter, with the Gordons valiantly covering the Retreat of the Highland Brigade. Barbed-wire entanglements at Magersfontein are depicted in a black and white photograph, symbolizing both obstacles faced and triumphs achieved. In another lithograph titled "With a Great Army, " we witness these brave soldiers standing tall amidst adversity. Major-General Hector A Macdonald, affectionately known as "Fighting Mac, " commands this formidable brigade in South Africa - his black and white portrait exuding strength and determination. Tragedy strikes as General Wauchope falls in battle - a poignant lithograph portrays his burial ceremony, paying tribute to this fallen chief who once commanded the Highland Brigade with great honor. The War in Egypt comes alive through engravings capturing close-quarter combat that epitomizes bravery under fire. The Late Major-General A. G. Wauchope is remembered for his leadership during these trying times; killed in action at Magersfoutein on December 11th, 1899. Notable moments from history also include The Charge of the Highland Brigade at Tel-el-Kebir on September 13th, 1882 - immortalized through a vibrant color lithograph that showcases their audacity and fearlessness. Through various mediums like lithographs, engravings, photographs – each telling its own story – we gain insight into The Recent Campaign in Egypt where these gallant men fought valiantly against all odds.