Anti Colonial Collection

"Unveiling the Legacy of Anti-Colonial Resistance: From France to Haiti

Anti Colonial Collection: France, Nord-Pas de Calais Region, Boulogne sur Mer, Musee du Libertador San Martin

France, Nord-Pas de Calais Region, Boulogne sur Mer, Musee du Libertador San Martin, museum to and former home of Argentine General San Martin, Liberator of Argentina, Chile and Peru

Anti Colonial Collection: The Red Cavalry of Abd El-Kader, c. 1840-45 (coloured engraving)

The Red Cavalry of Abd El-Kader, c. 1840-45 (coloured engraving)
CHT179330 The Red Cavalry of Abd El-Kader, c.1840-45 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Anti Colonial Collection: La Mosca Roja (colour litho)

La Mosca Roja (colour litho)
XCF274353 La Mosca Roja (colour litho) by Spanish School; Private Collection; (add.info.: satire on the attempts by Great Britain to conquer the world by force compared with a similar attempt at)

Anti Colonial Collection: CEYLON: PRISONERS. A prisoner of colonial British forces, attempting to escape

CEYLON: PRISONERS. A prisoner of colonial British forces, attempting to escape by jumping off a bridge near Matale, Ceylon, c1848. Engraving, English, 1848

Anti Colonial Collection: CEYLON: WARIYAPOLA, 1850. Shoot-out between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment

CEYLON: WARIYAPOLA, 1850. Shoot-out between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment and anti-colonial rebels at the store at Wariyapola, c1848. Engraving, English, 1850

Anti Colonial Collection: CEYLON: MATALE REBELLION. The British commandants quarters at Matale, Ceylon

CEYLON: MATALE REBELLION. The British commandants quarters at Matale, Ceylon, which was the first site to be sacked by anti-colonial rebels during the Matale Rebellion of 1848

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"Unveiling the Legacy of Anti-Colonial Resistance: From France to Haiti, China to Ceylon" Step into the Nord-Pas de Calais Region in France and discover Boulogne sur Mer's Musee du Libertador San Martin. Here, history whispers tales of anti-colonial struggles that shaped nations and inspired revolutions. In a captivating artwork titled "I love and therefore I kill, " an allegory of Civilization holds a tombstone as a bringer of death. This thought-provoking image adorned the cover of La Caricature magazine on August 20th, 1898, reminding us of the dark consequences colonialism can bear. Across the Atlantic Ocean, witness Michael Davitt addressing an awe-inspiring crowd of 100, 000 individuals at Jones Wood in the USA. His passionate words echo with anti-colonial fervor, igniting hope for change and justice. Travel back in time to witness The Red Cavalry of Abd El-Kader through a colored engraving from c. 1840-45. This powerful depiction showcases resistance against colonial forces and symbolizes strength amidst adversity. Enter the realm of Francois-Dominique Toussaint Louverture - a leader who spearheaded Haiti's successful anti-slavery and anti-colonial insurrection against French rule in Saint-Domingue during the Haitian Revolution in 1791. Gordon Ross's illustration immortalizes his legacy as one who fought for freedom against oppressive chains. Venturing further eastward brings us to China during the Boxer Rebellion era. A captured Boxer rebel kneels before his grave at Tientsin - a poignant reminder that even those fighting for their beliefs faced immense challenges when opposing colonial powers. Witnessing resistance firsthand takes us to Ceylon where prisoners attempted daring escapes from British colonial forces' clutches. Their determination speaks volumes about their unwavering spirit despite being held captive by foreign rulers.