Umballa Collection

British army in India Royal Horse Artillery Umballa, 1871
Vintage 19th century photograph - British army in India - officers of the Royal horse Artillery regiment, Umballa, 1871

The Transvaal War, Officers at the Front (b / w photo)
1592832 The Transvaal War, Officers at the Front (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Officers at the Front)

The Afghan War, the Commander-in-Chief, Sir Frederick Haines, leaving Umballa for the Front (engraving)
1621716 The Afghan War, the Commander-in-Chief, Sir Frederick Haines, leaving Umballa for the Front (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

B Company 2nd Batallion The Queen s, Umballa, 1891 (sepia photo)
745300 B Company 2nd Batallion The Queen s, Umballa, 1891 (sepia photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Modern day Ambala, India)

Racing in the East, Turf Notes at Umballa and Hong-Kong (engraving)
1037750 Racing in the East, Turf Notes at Umballa and Hong-Kong (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Racing in the East, Turf Notes at Umballa and Hong-Kong)

Banarsi Dass flour mill, Ambala, Haryana, India
Banarsi (Banorsi) Dass flour mill, Ambala (Umballa), Haryana, India. Date: circa 1910

Portrait Bearer Little Marlin Captain Hill Garden
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Bungalow Umballa 1850s Albumen silver print Image
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Tank Umballa 1850s Albumen silver print Image
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Garden Umballa 1850s Albumen silver print Image
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Racing in the East: Turf Notes at Umballa and Hong Kong, 1881

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"Umballa: A Glimpse into the British Army's History in India" Step back in time to 1871, where the British army in India's Royal Horse Artillery found its home in Umballa. This vibrant city became a hub of military activity during The Transvaal War, with officers stationed at the front capturing moments frozen in black and white. The Afghan War brought about significant changes as Commander-in-Chief Sir Frederick Haines bid farewell to Umballa, embarking on a journey towards the frontlines. Engravings immortalized this historic moment, showcasing bravery and determination. In 1891, B Company of the 2nd Battalion The Queen's called Umballa their base. Sepia-toned photographs captured their camaraderie and strength amidst challenging times. Meanwhile, racing enthusiasts reveled at Turf Notes held both at Umballa and Hong Kong - an exciting blend of sport and culture. Beyond military affairs, Ambala's Banarsi Dass flour mill stood tall as a testament to local industry. Its presence symbolized growth and prosperity within Haryana, India. Portraits like that of Bearer Little Marlin Captain Hill Garden added a personal touch to this historical narrative. Delving deeper into everyday life during the 1850s, albumen silver prints showcased bungalows surrounded by lush gardens - snapshots frozen in time that transport us back to an era long gone but not forgotten. As we explore these glimpses into history through images from races to mills and portraits to landscapes; it becomes clear that Umballa holds stories waiting for us all to discover. From battles fought on distant shores to daily routines etched onto film negatives or engraved onto paper – each image tells tales of triumphs and challenges faced by those who once called this place home.