Advance Guard Collection

The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front (litho)
1599138 The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Scenes at the Front)

The War in the East, "With the Cossacks"(engraving)
1059634 The War in the East, " With the Cossacks" (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in the East, " With the Cossacks")

The Advance Guard of the 4th Kashmir Rifles cutting a Road in the Snow (engraving)
1039101 The Advance Guard of the 4th Kashmir Rifles cutting a Road in the Snow (engraving) by Paget

Reminiscences of the Easter Monday Review, Sketches on the March to Brighton (engraving)
1624495 Reminiscences of the Easter Monday Review, Sketches on the March to Brighton (engraving) by Courbould

The Field Telegraph Section arriving in Kumassi with the Advance Guard (litho)
1041985 The Field Telegraph Section arriving in Kumassi with the Advance Guard (litho) by Nash

The Transvaal Crisis, Scenes in Johannesburg (litho)
1041918 The Transvaal Crisis, Scenes in Johannesburg (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal Crisis, Scenes in Johannesburg)

The Advance-Guard, or The Military Sacrifice (The Ambush), 1890 (oil on canvas)
2969058 The Advance-Guard, or The Military Sacrifice (The Ambush), 1890 (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 87.3x123.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; George F

The Occupation of Mashonaland, with the British South African Cos Forces (engraving)
1062321 The Occupation of Mashonaland, with the British South African Cos Forces (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Occupation of Mashonaland)

With Lord Dufferin in Burma, the Advance Guard on Board the "Sir William Peel"
1061894 With Lord Dufferin in Burma, the Advance Guard on Board the " Sir William Peel", " No Dacoits Yet" (engraving) by Nash

The Ashanti Expedition, Scenes on the Road to Kumassi (litho)
1041922 The Ashanti Expedition, Scenes on the Road to Kumassi (litho) by Staniland, Charles J

The Brighton Review (engraving)
1624296 The Brighton Review (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Brighton Review. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 31 March 1883)

Volunteer Cyclists at Work
1592326 Volunteer Cyclists at Work, Cyclist Section 1st Volunteer Battalion Duke of Cambridges Own Middlesex Regiment (engraving) by Burton

The British Army on the Punjaub (engraving)
1594094 The British Army on the Punjaub (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Army on the Punjaub)

The Relief of Ladysmith (engraving)
1599449 The Relief of Ladysmith (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Relief of Ladysmith)

The Royal Review of Volunteers in Windsor Park, Incidental Sketches (engraving)
1590893 The Royal Review of Volunteers in Windsor Park, Incidental Sketches (engraving) by Wollen

The Volunteer Manoeuvres near Portsmouth (engraving)
1061984 The Volunteer Manoeuvres near Portsmouth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Volunteer Manoeuvres near Portsmouth)

With the Advance Guard of the Nile Expedition (litho)
1042105 With the Advance Guard of the Nile Expedition (litho) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Advance Guard of the Nile Expedition)

With the Advance Guard of the Russians (engraving)
1049956 With the Advance Guard of the Russians (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Advance Guard of the Russians)

The Military Manoeuvres at Aldershot
1047905 The Military Manoeuvres at Aldershot, the Operations at Caesars Camp and on Laffans Plain (litho) by English School

The Easter Monday Volunteer Review
1624291 The Easter Monday Volunteer Review, on the March to Brighton, Advance Guard of a Column extending over a Common (engraving) by English School

Armies of the Continent, Camp of Russian Infantry of the Line, Advance Guard (engraving)
1595076 Armies of the Continent, Camp of Russian Infantry of the Line, Advance Guard (engraving) by Woodville

The Benin Expedition (litho)
1597307 The Benin Expedition (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Benin Expedition, the Advance Guard, Commander Bacon)

With the Advance Guard of the Ashanti Expedition (litho)
1041931 With the Advance Guard of the Ashanti Expedition (litho) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Advance Guard of the Ashanti Expedition)

Pointe d avant garde (Advance Guard)
3098747 Pointe d avant garde (Advance Guard)

The Soudan, Bird s-Eye View of the Battle of Tamasi, 13 March (engraving)
1061546 The Soudan, Bird s-Eye View of the Battle of Tamasi, 13 March (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan)

Advance guard in front of the Union Army, Civil War
Union infantry scouts " feeling the enemy" ahead of the main force. Hand-colored woodcut of a Winslow Homer Civil War sketch

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"The Advance Guard: A Glimpse into the Brave and Bold" In the midst of The Transvaal War, scenes at the front unfold before our eyes in vivid lithographs. We witness the courage and determination of The Advance Guard as they pave their way through treacherous terrains. Across distant lands, The War in the East reveals an engraving titled "With the Cossacks. " Mounted on horseback, these warriors epitomize strength and resilience as they lead fearlessly into battle. The 4th Kashmir Rifles leave an indelible mark with their heroic act of cutting a road in the snow. Engraved forever is their unwavering spirit amidst harsh conditions, showcasing their commitment to progress. Reminiscing about Easter Monday Review brings forth sketches depicting soldiers marching towards Brighton. These engravings capture not only their physical journey but also symbolize unity and camaraderie among troops. The Field Telegraph Section arrives in Kumassi alongside The Advance Guard, depicted masterfully in a lithograph. Their arrival signifies communication's crucial role during times of conflict, ensuring effective coordination between forces. Amidst turmoil during The Transvaal Crisis, Johannesburg becomes a backdrop for scenes captured in lithographs. They portray both chaos and resilience within this city under duress – testaments to human endurance amid adversity. "The Military Sacrifice" painting from 1890 portrays an ambush faced by The Advance-Guard. This oil on canvas artwork serves as a reminder that sacrifices made by soldiers are often unseen yet essential for safeguarding nations' freedom. Engravings depict The Occupation of Mashonaland by British South African Cos Forces – symbols of triumph over adversity etched onto paper forevermore. These images celebrate victory while honoring those who fought valiantly for it. Lord Dufferin's expedition to Burma showcases "No Dacoits Yet, " capturing moments aboard "Sir William Peel" with The Advance Guard.