Northwest Frontier Collection

Regimental plaques on the mountain side in the Khyber Pass, N.W. Frontier, Pakistan, Asia

Queen Victoria and her army (photogravure)
6030858 Queen Victoria and her army (photogravure) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Queen Victoria and her army)

The Emir of Afghanistan arriving in Peshawar on a visit to India (colour litho)
2779263 The Emir of Afghanistan arriving in Peshawar on a visit to India (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Crushed by rolling stones, mown down by volleys of musket-shot, the men fell in hundreds (colour litho)
977966 Crushed by rolling stones, mown down by volleys of musket-shot, the men fell in hundreds (colour litho) by Skelton

Private Charles Hull saving the life of Captain G E D Learoyd, Hafiz Kor, Northwest Frontier, India
976459 Private Charles Hull saving the life of Captain G E D Learoyd, Hafiz Kor, Northwest Frontier, India, 5 September 1915 (colour litho) by Rowlandson

The Khyber Pass (colour litho)
976079 The Khyber Pass (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Khyber Pass.); © Look and Learn

Roberts Rallying the Pioneers at Umbeyla, (1901). Creator: Charles Mills Sheldon
Roberts Rallying the Pioneers at Umbeyla, (1901). British Brevet Major Frederick Sleigh Roberts (1832-1914) fought in the Ambela (or Umbeyla) Campaign of 1863

Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth Artist
Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth of the Mine, 1902. The Chitral Expedition (1895) by the British army to relieve the fort at Chitral

Whos to Pay?, 1878. Artist: Swain
Whos to Pay?, 1878. British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli and a personification of India wearing a sari. Behind is a map of Indias North West Frontier and Afghanistan

Bridge of boats over the Indus at Khushalgarh, Pakistan, 1895. From The Universal Geography with Illustrations and Maps, division XV, written by Elisee Reclus and published by Virtue & Co

Revolt on the North-West Frontier, the British besieged at Malakand, India, 1897. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Revolt on the North-West Frontier, the British besieged at Malakand, India, 1897. The British had to fight a fierce battle against besieging Pathans until the arrival of a relief force

The Shadow on the Hills, 1878. Artist: Joseph Swain
The Shadow on the Hills, 1878. An armed man in a turban, possibly a native sepoy, who represents India stands looking into the distance

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The Northwest Frontier, a region steeped in history and conflict, holds countless tales of bravery and resilience. Regimental plaques proudly adorn the mountain side in the legendary Khyber Pass, serving as a testament to the valorous soldiers who once traversed these treacherous lands. Queen Victoria's army stands tall in a captivating photogravure, symbolizing an era when empires clashed amidst rugged terrain. Intrigue fills the air as the Emir of Afghanistan arrives in Peshawar on his momentous visit to India. A vibrant colour litho captures this historic occasion, showcasing the cultural exchange that unfolded against this backdrop of breathtaking landscapes. Yet, not all stories from this frontier are filled with triumph. The horrors of battle come alive through vivid illustrations - men crushed by rolling stones and mown down by volleys of musket-shot; their sacrifice immortalized forever in haunting colour lithos. Amidst chaos and danger, acts of heroism shine brightly. Private Charles Hull emerges as a savior on that fateful day in Hafiz Kor on September 5th, 1915. His selflessness is captured beautifully through another striking colour litho - an eternal reminder that even amidst turmoil, humanity prevails. The iconic Khyber Pass enthralls travelers with its majestic beauty while holding within its ancient walls centuries worth of secrets and stories waiting to be discovered. It serves as a gateway between nations and cultures – witness to countless journeys throughout history. Roberts Rallying the Pioneers at Umbeyla depicts a pivotal moment where leadership inspires courage among those facing adversity head-on. Lieutenant Harley leads forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris fearlessly into battle – their united strength evident even through time-worn artwork. Whose responsibility is it? Swain's poignant illustration poses this timeless question against the backdrop of conflict-ridden times on the Northwest Frontier during 1878 – reminding us that the cost of war extends far beyond mere monetary value.