Meerut Collection

Mustafa Castle, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India Date: circa 1910s

Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass, India
Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass, north of Meerut, India Date: 1857-1858

The Death of Colonel Finnis on the Parade Ground at Meerut (engraving)
2785700 The Death of Colonel Finnis on the Parade Ground at Meerut (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Lake and Bazaar of Nynee Tal, Himalaya, the Refuge of English Families who have escaped from the Insurrections in
1609012 The Lake and Bazaar of Nynee Tal, Himalaya, the Refuge of English Families who have escaped from the Insurrections in Delhi, Meerut, etc (engraving) by English School

Meerut, the Barracks, etc (engraving)
1609211 Meerut, the Barracks, etc (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meerut, the Barracks, etc)

The New Artillery Mess-House at Meerut, designed by Captain G F Atkinson, BE (engraving)
2771394 The New Artillery Mess-House at Meerut, designed by Captain G F Atkinson, BE (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cavalry Sports by the Eighth (Kings Royal Irish) Hussars before the Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut
1045005 Cavalry Sports by the Eighth (Kings Royal Irish) Hussars before the Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut, India (engraving) by English School

The Mutiny in India (engraving)
2785687 The Mutiny in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Mutiny in India)

The Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut, India (engraving)
1061679 The Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut, India)

The Duke of Connaught in India (engraving)
1055196 The Duke of Connaught in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duke of Connaught in India)

Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass (engraving)
818770 Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass)

Destruction of a Bungalow at Meerut (engraving)
2785729 Destruction of a Bungalow at Meerut (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Destruction of a Bungalow at Meerut)

The Afghan War, 3rd Goorkhas leaving Bareilly, Gunners cheering the Goorkhas at Meerut (engraving)
1621664 The Afghan War, 3rd Goorkhas leaving Bareilly, Gunners cheering the Goorkhas at Meerut (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan War)

The Duke of Connaught in India, the Duke presenting Egyptian War Medals to the 13th Bengal Lancers at Meerut
1061438 The Duke of Connaught in India, the Duke presenting Egyptian War Medals to the 13th Bengal Lancers at Meerut, 19 December 1883 (engraving) by Hall

A Critical Moment, c1857 (c1912). Dhan Singh Gurjar, also known as Dhunna Singh, was the Indian kotwal (police chief) of Meerut

Death of Colonel Finnis at Meerut, 1857, (c1860). Scene from the period of the Indian Mutiny. Illustration from The History of the Indian Mutiny, by Charles Ball, Volume I

The Barracks at Meerut, India, c1850s, (1888). Site of the start of the Indian Mutiny in 1857. Illustration from The Life & Times of Queen Victoria, Vol II, by Robert Wilson, (1888)

Death Of Colonel Finnis At Meerut Colonel John Finnis 1804 To 1857 British Soldier The First European Officer Killed In The Mutiny From The History Of The Indian Mutiny Published 1858

Weeler Club, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India
Weeler (Wheler) Club, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India, established in the 1860s by Major General Francis Wheler. Date: circa 1910

Meakins Brewery, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India. Date: circa 1910

St Johns Church, Meerut, India
St Johns Church in Meerut, built from 1819 to 1821, the oldest church in northern India. Date: C.1914

Source Size = 3788 x 2092
The Duke and Duchess of Connaught at Meerut, India

Source Size = 3770 x 2032
MEERUT: THE BARRACKS

Source Size = 3915 x 2506
The Lake and Bazaar of Nynee Tal, Himalaya, the Refuge of English Families who have Escaped from the Insurrections in Delhi, Meerut

India - Miss Mehro Punjaban of Meerut
Miss Mehro Punjaban of Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India. An entertainer by the look of her garb. She is possibly a dancer of exotic extraction. Date: circa 1910s

Judges Kutchery
JUDGEs KUTCHERY, MEERUT A British magistrate administers justice, British- style, to the natives of Meerut, a city 60 km from Delhi

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Meerut, a city steeped in history and tales of valor. Troops encamped at the entrance to the Keree Pass, guarding the gateway to India's majestic landscapes. Mustafa Castle stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur of Uttar Pradesh, its walls echoing stories from the 1910s. The Parade Ground at Meerut witnessed both triumph and tragedy, with Colonel Finnis meeting his untimely demise amidst its hallowed grounds. Engravings immortalize this somber event, reminding us of sacrifices made in service. In times of turmoil, Meerut became a refuge for English families fleeing insurrections in Delhi and beyond. The tranquil Lake and Bazaar of Nynee Tal offered solace amidst Himalayan heights; their beauty providing respite from chaos. Engravings capture glimpses into daily life within Meerut's barracks - soldiers forging bonds that would withstand any storm. Captain G F Atkinson's artistic prowess shines through in his design for the New Artillery Mess-House, an architectural marvel standing proud. Cavalry Sports by the Eighth (King's Royal Irish) Hussars enthralled onlookers before esteemed guests like the Duke and Duchess of Connaught. Their presence added regal charm to an already vibrant cityscape. Yet not all moments were filled with celebration; engravings depict scenes from The Mutiny in India - reminders of dark chapters etched into history books forevermore. Amidst it all, Meerut welcomed distinguished visitors like the Duke of Connaught himself. His arrival brought hope and inspiration to those who called this city home. Troops encamped at the entrance to Keree Pass guarded against potential threats while Destruction loomed over bungalows that once stood tall but fell victim to unrest. Meerut is more than just a place; it is a tapestry woven with threads of courage, resilience, and heritage.