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Troopships Collection (page 2)

Troopships have played a vital role in history, transporting soldiers to various destinations during times of conflict and war

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Troopships Collection: Disembarkation of the Scots Fusilier Guards at Weoville Yard, Portsmouth (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Reinforcements for Canada, Dinner-Time and serving out the Grog on Board a Troop-Ship at
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Troopships Collection: Raise High the Flag (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: En Route to Souakim (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The War in Egypt, the Orient Steam-Ship, with Scots Guards, at Port Said
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Troopships Collection: Scene on the River at Westminster on the Departure of the Belgians (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Transvaal Crisis (b / w photo)
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Troopships Collection: The Transvaal War, Troops for the Front (b / w photo)
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Troopships Collection: The Landing of the Luggage of the Scots Fusilier Guards from HMS Blazer and Rainbow
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Troopships Collection: Departure of the New South Wales Contingent from Sydney for the Soudan (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The War in South Africa, Departure of Troops from Southampton (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: On a Board a Trooper from Malta to Hong Kong (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: On Board a Trooper from Malta to Hongkong (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Crocodile Indian Troop-Ship in a Storm (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Government Troop Steamer for the Lower Indus (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Embarkation at Cape Coast Castle of the Troops recalled from the Ashantee War (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Embarkation of the 13th, or Prince Alberts Light Infantry, at Port Elizabeth, Algoa Bay (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Royal Wilts Militia (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Screw Steam-Ship 'Indian, 'Arrival of the First Detachment of the 100th Regiment in the Mersey
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Troopships Collection: 'The Europa'Transport Ship, as she appeared 1 June, Seven AM (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Calling the Roll on Board the Great Eastern shortly before her Departure from the Mersey with
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Troopships Collection: Preparations for War (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Screw Steamer Euphrates, for the Conveyance of British Troops to India (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Steam-Tug at Plymouth taking Troops to the Himalaya for the Gold Coast (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Our Special Artists Voyage to the Gold Coast (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Transvaal War, Troops on Active Service (b / w photo)
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Troopships Collection: With General Buller on the Way to the Cape (litho)
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Troopships Collection: 'He scents the Battle from afar', Sir R Bullers Charger in a Storm (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Transvaal War, Departure of the Coldstream and Scots Guards (b / w photo)
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Troopships Collection: The Advance towards Dongola, the Troop-Deck of a Nile Steamer (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Ashanti Expedition, Men of the West India Regiment at Dinner on Board the 'Loanda'(litho)
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Troopships Collection: The Ashanti Expedition (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Advance towards Dongola, High Noon on the Nile, 115 in the Shade (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Shipping Artillery Horses, at Calais, for the French Expeditionary Force to the Baltic (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The Spanish-American War, the Invasion of Cuba, the Convoy of Troop-Ships starting from Egmont Key
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Troopships Collection: The Spanish-American War, United States Troops leaving California for Manila
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Troopships Collection: The 48th French Regiment of the Line embarking on Board 'The St Vincent'English Ship
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Troopships Collection: Soldiers Life on Board a Transport going to the Kaffir War, Divine Service on Sunday (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Departure of the 8th New Zealand Contingent from Auckland for South Africa (b / w photo)
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Troopships Collection: Departure of the 'Singapore, 'with Troops for the Cape (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Indian Troops for Burmah, the 7th Bengal Cavalry embarking at Calcutta on Board the Steam-Ship
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Troopships Collection: Hispano-Moroccan War (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Officers for India embarking on Board the Indus at Southampton (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Troopships landing at Scutari (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Embarkation of French Troops, at Toulon (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Preparations for War (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: The War in Egypt (engraving)
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Troopships Collection: Life on board a Troop-Ship (engraving)


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Troopships have played a vital role in history, transporting soldiers to various destinations during times of conflict and war. From the Olympic's arrival at Halifax during World War I to Lord Roberts embarking for South Africa on board the "Dunottar Castle" in Southampton, these vessels have witnessed significant moments in military history. Intriguingly, they were not just ordinary ships but also canvases for artistic expression. Dazzle painting adorned their exteriors, creating mesmerizing patterns that confused enemy submarines and protected those on board. Long live the army. A vibrant color lithograph captures the spirit of these brave men as they embark on their journey. The images captured by artists aboard troopships provide glimpses into life onboard. A hand-coloured etching showcases Christmas dinner being enjoyed by British troops bound for England from India in 1871, reminding us that even amidst war, camaraderie and festive cheer prevailed. Departure scenes were often depicted with great detail - an engraving shows troops leaving Gravesend for India while another portrays sketches made en route to the Zulu War. The latter engraving captures soldiers bidding farewell at Victoria Docks before boarding troop-ships like the Dublin Castle. Not limited to British expeditions alone, French soldiers are also seen disembarking from a ship in an evocative engraving. Troopship embarkations were not exclusive to Europe either; an engraving depicts troops departing from Marseilles' New Port for the East. One lithograph titled "Off to Ashanti" showcases soldiers aboard the "Loanda, " sailing down Channel towards their destination. Soldiers decked out with equipment and determination demonstrate their readiness for action. Troopships served as lifelines connecting nations during times of conflict. These vessels carried more than just soldiers; they transported hope, bravery, and resilience across vast oceans. Their stories continue to inspire generations as we reflect upon their crucial role in shaping history.