Home > Europe > United Kingdom > England > London > Royalty
The Prince of Wales in India: military manoeuvres before Delhi - charge of Probyn's Horse...1876. Creator: Unknown
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The Prince of Wales in India: military manoeuvres before Delhi - charge of Probyn's Horse...1876. Creator: Unknown
The Prince of Wales in India: military manoeuvres before Delhi - charge of Probyn's Horse, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The Central India Horse, on the side of the defence, were doing vedette duty on the Kurnal-road...Probyn's horse crossed the canal...[and] prepared to advance. But the Central India Horse, seeing the intention, began to retreat, and made for the main road. Probyn's horse were on the east of it, and made a splendid gallop down into the open, shouting and screaming as they went. Their object at first was to cut off the retreat of the enemy, but they got into marshy ground, with large pools of water. This stopped their wild career, or they might have been successful. The artillery right ahead began to send up white clouds, which became another reason for not pressing on in pursuit. As the Central India Horse went down the road a huge cloud of dust arose'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36368015
© The Print Collector/Heritage Images
British Indian Army Cavalry Cavalry Regiment Cavalryman Cavalrymen Charge Charging Delhi India Asia Display Edward Vii Horseman Horsemen Hrh The Prince Of Wales Indian Army King Edward Vii Lancers Military Review Prince Albert Edward Prince Edward Prince Of Wales Regiment Riders Royal Visit Turban Turbans Wettin Edward Vii King Of Britain Armed Services Blade Head Dress Hindoostan Probyns Horse
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> E
> Edward Edwards
> Arts
> Artists
> E
> George Edwards
> Arts
> Artists
> H
> Guy Head
> Arts
> Artists
> P
> George Prince
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> George White
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> London
> Royalty
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures a pivotal moment during the military maneuvers before Delhi in 1876, featuring The Prince of Wales leading Probyn's Horse in a charge against the Central India Horse. The scene unfolds on the outskirts of India, with Probyn's Horse crossing a canal in preparation for their advance. However, the Central India Horse, stationed on the opposite side, began to retreat, prompting Probyn's Horse to pursue them. As Probyn's Horse galloped towards their target, they made a splendid charge down the open field, their riders shouting and screaming in excitement. Their initial objective was to cut off the retreat of the enemy, but they encountered marshy ground with large pools of water, which halted their progress. Additionally, the artillery ahead began to send up white clouds of smoke, providing another reason for Probyn's Horse to reconsider their pursuit. The Central India Horse, now in retreat, made their way down the main road, leaving behind a massive cloud of dust in their wake. This photograph, taken from a sketch by a special artist for the Illustrated London News, offers a unique glimpse into the intense military action that took place during The Prince of Wales' visit to India in 1876. The image not only showcases the strategic maneuvers of the British forces but also highlights the raw energy and determination of the soldiers involved in the charge.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
