Moulmein Collection

The river Salwen, above Moulmein, Myanmar, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XVI, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co. Limited (London, 1895)

Buddha figurine, Kyaikthanlan Pagoda, Mawlamyine, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Asia, Southeast Asia, Myanmar, Mawlamyine, buddha in the Kyaik Tan Lan pagoda on Mawlamyine ridge

Asia, Southeast Asia, Myanmar, Mon district, Mawlamyine, Nwa-La-Bo Pagoda and golden boulder

India, the Burmese War (engraving)
1607348 India, the Burmese War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: India, the Burmese War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 March 1852)

The Dogger Bank Incident or Russian Outrage
The Dogger Bank Incident (or Russian Outrage ) occured on the 22nd October 1904, when the Russian Fleet (sailing to reinforce the 1st Pacific Squadron stationed at Port Arthur during)

Elephants moving Timber at Moulmein, British Burmah (engraving)
1044365 Elephants moving Timber at Moulmein, British Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elephants moving Timber at Moulmein, British Burmah)

The Burmese War (engraving)
1601694 The Burmese War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmese War. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 April 1853)

Russian Outrage, Damaged Trawlers, Moulmein and Miro, November 1904 (b / w photo)
3093401 Russian Outrage, Damaged Trawlers, Moulmein and Miro, November 1904 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Russian Outrage, Damaged Trawlers)

The "Empress"Title Festivities in British Burmah (engraving)
1106236 The " Empress" Title Festivities in British Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Great Pagoda, Moulmein, 1900. Creator: Unknown
The Great Pagoda, Moulmein, 1900. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]

The Caves at Moulmein, 1900. Creator: Unknown
The Caves at Moulmein, 1900. Underground temple of Kyat Khayon Cave Monastery. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]

The River Bank and Strand Road, Moulmein, 1900. Creator: Unknown
The River Bank and Strand Road, Moulmein, 1900. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]

The Dogger Bank Incident or Russian Outrage
The Dogger Bank Incident (or Russian Outrage ) occured on the 22nd October 1904, when the Russian Fleet (sailing to reinforce the 1st Pacific Squadron stationed at Port Arthur during)

Buddhist temple interior with costly decorations in gold and colors, Moulmein, Burma, 1907. From The Underwood Travel Library, [Underwood & Underwood, London, New York, 1907]

Myanmar, Burma, Moulmein, Mawlamyine. A watchful cat in an old colonial house, Moulmein

Mawlamyine, Myanmar - boats on the Thanlwin River
Mawlamyine (formerly Moulmein), Myanmar - situated at the mouth of Thanlwin (Salween) River. The capital and largest city of Mon State. Date: circa 1908

The Farm Caves, Kayon Hill, Moulmein, Myanmar
The Farm Caves in the Moulmein area, Myanmar - well known since colonial times and the main temple cave is frequently visited by locals. The caves are in Kayon Hill. Date: circa 1910s

Mahamuni Paya temple and monastery, Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Buddhist monk praying at the Golden Rock of Nwa La Bo, Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Sleeping Buddha, Win Sein Taw Ya, around Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Paya Yele, monastery, floating temple, Kyaikkami, Mawlamyine (Moulmein) area, Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

The Golden Rock of Nwa La Bo, Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Paya, temple and monastery, Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Kawhnat Monastery, near Maylamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Kyaikthanian Paya temple and monastery, Mawlamyine (Moulmein), Mon State, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Teak mill - elephant - Moulmein - Steele Bros. Teak Mill - Ellen up! Watched and rode elephants, not as much fun as the Egyptian camels tough body bristles! Date: 1951

Teak mill - Moulmein

Family with Holmess - Moulmein - With Cal and Mary Holmes. Cal was Chief Officer of the Steele Companies of Burma, including teak, china, cotton, and rice milling an old Burma hand Date: 1951

Balancing rock and statues - Moulmein - Monkey statues around the Karen girls figures outside and the balancing rock above. Date: 1951

View from Kipling Pagoda - Moulmein - The site has been occupied by a pagoda since 700AD. Gold pagoda under repair. Wide terraces with dipping roofed steps leading down the steep hill

Kipling Pagoda - Moulmein - Pagoda Hill Old Kipling Pagoda but he himself never got nearer than Mergui! Date: 1951

bazaar - Moulmein
Bazaar - Moulmein - Bewildering details of stalls, strollers, vendors, items for sale na pe fish paste, pomelos, bananas, tinware, fly strewn eatables. Date: 1951

bazaar stall holders - Moulmein
Bazaar stall holders - Moulmein - Bazaar First no one, then everyone, wants their pictures taken! Date: 1951

view of town and pagodas - Moulmein
View of town and pagodas - Moulmein - We remain aboard as ferry leaves for return to Moulmein. Sails, gulls flying up to take tea basket left-overs from our hands

ferry to Namaw - Moulmein
Ferry to Namaw - Moulmein - On to Namaw, a bigger, busier landing, with cluster of tin roofed bashas and its long road across the paddy fields

ferry landing - Moulmein
Ferry landing - Moulmein - Two days ago a river ferry was heavily laden with rubber and seventy passengers. In midstream suddenly split open with rot. None survived the ebbing tide

town view - Moulmein
Town view - Moulmein - Town strung along river, backed by hills. No big ships can come up the shallow Salween River with its rip tides. Hard to see how the people support themselves. Date: 1951

Waterfront - Moulmein - walk down to pier teak logs, varied craft, busy waterfront. Date: 1951

SECOND BURMESE WAR, 1852. The British elephant brigrade at Moulmein, Burma. Wood engraving, English, 1852

Myanmar Moulmein
The Moulmein Pagoda, near Mandalay (in the distance) best known to us all by Kiplings poem The road to Mandalay

On the terrace, Kyaikthanian Pagoda, Mawlamyine, Myanmar (Burma), Asia

SUCCESS SAILING SHIP
British convict ship, launched at Moulmein, Burma : in 1900 she was the oldest ship afloat

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Moulmein, a city nestled in the heart of Myanmar, holds a rich tapestry of history and culture. As you wander along the banks of the majestic river Salwen, above Moulmein, you can't help but be captivated by its serene beauty. The Buddha figurine at Kyaikthanlan Pagoda stands tall, exuding an aura of tranquility that permeates throughout this enchanting land. In this corner of Southeast Asia lies Mawlamyine, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern life. The Nwa-La-Bo Pagoda glistens under the golden rays of the sun as it proudly represents the spirituality deeply rooted in Myanmar's soul. A glimpse into India's Burmese War through engravings transports us to a time when conflicts shaped nations. The Dogger Bank Incident or Russian Outrage serves as a reminder that even amidst peaceful surroundings, history has witnessed moments of turmoil and unrest. Elephants moving timber at Moulmein showcase not only their strength but also their integral role in shaping British Burmah's development. As we delve further into Moulmein's past, we encounter more tales from The Burmese War depicted through engravings - stories etched forever in time. Damaged trawlers bear witness to Russian Outrage captured hauntingly in black and white photographs from November 1904. Amidst all these historical events lies joyous celebration - "The Empress" Title Festivities bring together communities to revel in unity and shared heritage within British Burmah. And as day turns into night over Mon district's Mawlamyine, nature paints a breathtaking sunset view over the Thanlwin River - an awe-inspiring sight that leaves visitors spellbound. Finally, standing tall like a guardian watching over this city is The Great Pagoda - an architectural marvel whose creator remains unknown yet continues to inspire wonder among all who lay eyes upon it.