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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of People and Culture" Step back in time to witness the captivating stories woven within our global heritage

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b / w photo)

King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b / w photo)
5920754 King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Xhosa warrior, 8th Cape Frontier War, 1850-1853 (colour litho)

Xhosa warrior, 8th Cape Frontier War, 1850-1853 (colour litho)
5929626 Xhosa warrior, 8th Cape Frontier War, 1850-1853 (colour litho) by Lucas, Thomas J. (fl.1861) (after); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: The Church of St Michael, 1868 (w / c)

The Church of St Michael, 1868 (w / c)
5929548 The Church of St Michael, 1868 (w/c) by James, Francis (Frank) Cornelius (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The Church of St Michael, 1868)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Burmese girl, 1852 circa (b / w photo)

Burmese girl, 1852 circa (b / w photo)
5921634 Burmese girl, 1852 circa (b/w photo) by McCosh, John (1805-85); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Burmese girl, 1852 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Burmese woman, 1852 circa (b / w photo)

Burmese woman, 1852 circa (b / w photo)
5921629 Burmese woman, 1852 circa (b/w photo) by McCosh, John (1805-85); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Burmese woman, 1852 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A Cotton Cleaner 'Thun-Thun-Aie-Wallah', India, 1870 circa (w / c)

A Cotton Cleaner "Thun-Thun-Aie-Wallah", India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920316 A Cotton Cleaner " Thun-Thun-Aie-Wallah", India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A religious mendicant, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

A religious mendicant, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920314 A religious mendicant, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A religious mendicant, India, 1870 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Fort of Bukkur and Roree from Sukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)

Fort of Bukkur and Roree from Sukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920143 Fort of Bukkur and Roree from Sukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Fort of Bukkur and Roree from Sukkur)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Jubbar Khans House (coloured lithograph)

Jubbar Khans House (coloured lithograph)
5920131 Jubbar Khans House (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Jubbar Khans House)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Nawab of Furukabad, 1857 circa (miniature on ivory)

Nawab of Furukabad, 1857 circa (miniature on ivory)
5925817 Nawab of Furukabad, 1857 circa (miniature on ivory) by Anglo-Irish School; National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Nawab of Furukabad, 1857 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Boatman on the River Indus, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

Boatman on the River Indus, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920321 Boatman on the River Indus, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Boatman on the River Indus, India, 1870 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A Mahratta woman carrying fuel (ooplees), India, 1870 circa (w / c)

A Mahratta woman carrying fuel (ooplees), India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920319 A Mahratta woman carrying fuel (ooplees), India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Hajee Ka Tau Above the Port of Bukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)

Hajee Ka Tau Above the Port of Bukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920142 Hajee Ka Tau Above the Port of Bukkur, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Hajee Ka Tau Above the Port of Bukkur)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Smoking the hookah over a game of chess, 1800 (aquatint)

Smoking the hookah over a game of chess, 1800 (aquatint)
5919892 Smoking the hookah over a game of chess, 1800 (aquatint) by Rickards, T (fl.1804); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Smoking the hookah over a game of chess, 1800)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A Chief of the Tribe of 'Jekranee Beloochees', 1839 (aquatint)

A Chief of the Tribe of "Jekranee Beloochees", 1839 (aquatint)
5925137 A Chief of the Tribe of " Jekranee Beloochees", 1839 (aquatint) by Daubrawa, William Henry de (fl.1825-61); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Concan Coonbie cultivator, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

Concan Coonbie cultivator, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920317 Concan Coonbie cultivator, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Concan Coonbie cultivator, India, 1870 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Kwettah, 1839 circa (coloured lithograph)

Kwettah, 1839 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920134 Kwettah, 1839 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Kwettah)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: The Prison, Magdala, 1868 (w / c)

The Prison, Magdala, 1868 (w / c)
5929550 The Prison, Magdala, 1868 (w/c) by James, Francis (Frank) Cornelius (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The Prison, Magdala, 1868)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)

White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)
5924046 White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory) by Clause, William Lionel (1887-1946); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)

White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)
5924045 White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory) by Smith, Percy John Delf (1882-1948); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Sounding 4 / 5, Char foo-oote (4ft) on the Indus, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

Sounding 4 / 5, Char foo-oote (4ft) on the Indus, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920320 Sounding 4/5, Char foo-oote (4ft) on the Indus, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sounding 4/5)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Syces wife, grinding grain, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

Syces wife, grinding grain, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920318 Syces wife, grinding grain, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Syces wife, grinding grain, India, 1870 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A Purwari Woman, India, 1870 circa (w / c)

A Purwari Woman, India, 1870 circa (w / c)
5920315 A Purwari Woman, India, 1870 circa (w/c) by James, Captain Cornelius Francis (fl.1868); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Purwari Woman, India, 1870 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Tomb Near Tatta, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)

Tomb Near Tatta, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920148 Tomb Near Tatta, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Tomb Near Tatta, 1838 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Island on the Indus, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)

Island on the Indus, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph)
5920146 Island on the Indus, 1838 circa (coloured lithograph) by Jackson, Sir Keith A. (fl.1838); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Island on the Indus)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Street scene, Kandahar, 1880 circa (b / w photo)

Street scene, Kandahar, 1880 circa (b / w photo)
5920061 Street scene, Kandahar, 1880 circa (b/w photo) by Simpson, Benjamin (1831-1923); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Street scene, Kandahar, 1880 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Afghan matchlock torador musket, 1878 circa

Afghan matchlock torador musket, 1878 circa
5923258 Afghan matchlock torador musket, 1878 circa by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Afghan matchlock torador musket, 1878 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)

White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory)
5924059 White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa (ivory) by Robertson, Eric Harald Macbeth (1887-1941); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: White pawn, chess piece, India, 1820 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)

Dirzee, or Tailor, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928629 A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Dirzee, or TailorA, terracotta figurine)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Zemendars of Jullundur District, 1850 circa (w / c)

Zemendars of Jullundur District, 1850 circa (w / c)
5929543 A Zemendars of Jullundur DistrictA, 1850 circa (w/c) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Zemendars of Jullundur DistrictA, 1850 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Residents of Kulloo Kangra District, 1850 circa (w / c)

Residents of Kulloo Kangra District, 1850 circa (w / c)
5929527 A Residents of Kulloo Kangra DistrictA, 1850 circa (w/c) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Residents of Kulloo Kangra DistrictA, 1850 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: An Afghan Sirdar [officer] and a British soldier, c. 1841 (w / c)

An Afghan Sirdar [officer] and a British soldier, c. 1841 (w / c)
5929352 An Afghan Sirdar [officer] and a British soldier, c.1841 (w/c) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: An Afghan Sirdar [officer] and a British soldier)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Single shot Martini Henry. 303 inch breech-loading pistol, North West Frontier, c

Single shot Martini Henry. 303 inch breech-loading pistol, North West Frontier, c
5929349 Single shot Martini Henry.303 inch breech-loading pistol, North West Frontier, c.1900 (pistol, breechloading..303 in Martini Henry conversion) by English School

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Peshawar Fort and surroundings, from Jail, c. 1862 (photo)

Peshawar Fort and surroundings, from Jail, c. 1862 (photo)
5929048 A Peshawar Fort and surroundings, from JailA, c.1862 (photo) by Burke, John (fl.1878-79); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Peshawar Fort and surroundings, from JailA, 1862 (c)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A street scene in Jalalabad city, 1878 (b / w photo)

A street scene in Jalalabad city, 1878 (b / w photo)
5924756 A street scene in Jalalabad city, 1878 (b/w photo) by Burke, John (fl.1878-79); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A street scene in Jalalabad city, 1878)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Bearer or Valet, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)

Bearer or Valet, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928652 A Bearer or ValetA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Bearer or ValetA, terracotta figurine, India)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Chuprassee, or Messenger, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)

Chuprassee, or Messenger, terracotta figurine, India, c. 1880 (statuette)
5928639 A Chuprassee, or MessengerA, terracotta figurine, India, c.1880 (statuette) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Chuprassee, or MessengerA)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Brahuis (Baluchis), Quetta, 1898 circa (b / w photo)

Brahuis (Baluchis), Quetta, 1898 circa (b / w photo)
5927073 A Brahuis (Baluchis)A, Quetta, 1898 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Brahuis (Baluchis)A, Quetta, 1898 circa

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Katar scabbard, 1857 circa (wood, velvet and silver braid)

Katar scabbard, 1857 circa (wood, velvet and silver braid)
5926947 Katar scabbard, 1857 circa (wood, velvet and silver braid) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Katar scabbard, 1857 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Katar, push dagger, India, 1857 circa. (metal)

Katar, push dagger, India, 1857 circa. (metal)
5926945 Katar, push dagger, India, 1857 circa. (metal) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Katar, 1857 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Kora sword and scabbard, 1938 circa (metal)

Kora sword and scabbard, 1938 circa (metal)
5923374 Kora sword and scabbard, 1938 circa (metal) by Nepalese School, (5th-6th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Kora sword and scabbard, 1938 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Lieutenant Joseph Sherer, Assistant to the Superintendent of Cachar, with his bearers

Lieutenant Joseph Sherer, Assistant to the Superintendent of Cachar, with his bearers
5921536 Lieutenant Joseph Sherer, Assistant to the Superintendent of Cachar, with his bearers, Manipur, 1861 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Pathan tribesmen, 1879 circa (b / w photo)

Pathan tribesmen, 1879 circa (b / w photo)
5920982 Pathan tribesmen, 1879 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pathan tribesmen, 1879 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Walking stick of Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus, 1874 circa (wood)

Walking stick of Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus, 1874 circa (wood)
5920635 Walking stick of Cetshwayo, King of the Zulus, 1874 circa (wood) by Zulu, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Walking stick owned by King Cetshwayo of Zululand)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Kukri, 1750 circa-1814 circa (metal)

Kukri, 1750 circa-1814 circa (metal)
5920528 Kukri, 1750 circa-1814 circa (metal) by Indian School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Kukri, 1750 circa-1814)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: King Cetshwayos coronation on 1 September 1873 (b / w photo)

King Cetshwayos coronation on 1 September 1873 (b / w photo)
5920407 King CetshwayoAs A coronationA on 1 September 1873 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: Beja tribesman from eastern Sudan, 1885 circa (b / w photo)

Beja tribesman from eastern Sudan, 1885 circa (b / w photo)
5920301 Beja tribesman from eastern Sudan, 1885 circa (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Beja tribesman from eastern Sudan, 1885 circa)

Background imagePeople And Culture Collection: A Bengal Sepoy and his family meeting one of the Byraggee caste, 1799 circa (aquatint)

A Bengal Sepoy and his family meeting one of the Byraggee caste, 1799 circa (aquatint)
5919893 A Bengal Sepoy and his family meeting one of the Byraggee caste, 1799 circa (aquatint) by Medland, T. (19th century); National Army Museum



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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of People and Culture" Step back in time to witness the captivating stories woven within our global heritage. From King Cetshwayo's exile at Cape Town in 1879, captured in a mesmerizing black and white photograph, to Private Moyse's defiant refusal to bow before the Tartar Mandarin Tsan-koo-lin-sin in an oil painting from 1860, these historical moments offer glimpses into the diverse experiences that shaped our world. Immerse yourself further as you encounter an Xhosa warrior during the intense Cape Frontier War of 1850-1853. The vivid colors of a lithograph bring this fierce figure to life, reminding us of their resilience and strength. Venturing beyond borders, explore spiritual sanctuaries like The Church of St Michael depicted in delicate watercolors from 1868. Witness its architectural beauty while contemplating how faith has united communities throughout history. Traveling eastward, discover Burma through hauntingly beautiful photographs capturing both a young girl and woman from circa 1852. These monochrome images evoke a sense of mystery surrounding their lives and traditions. Continuing our journey across continents, we arrive in India where vibrant watercolor paintings transport us to different facets of society. Observe a Cotton Cleaner known as "Thun-Thun-Aie-Wallah, " diligently tending to his craft around 1870. Then marvel at the humble existence of a religious mendicant who embodies devotion amidst chaos. As we delve deeper into Indian landscapes, gaze upon breathtaking lithographs showcasing Fort Bukkur and Roree from Sukkur circa 1838 - monuments standing tall against time's relentless march. Admire Jubbar Khan's House with its intricate details painted with vibrant hues that reflect opulence and grandeur fit for royalty like Nawab Furukabad himself portrayed delicately on ivory around 1857.