Victoria Nyanza Collection

Colonial possessions in East Africa during the First World War, c1916, (c1920). Creator: Unknown
Colonial possessions in East Africa during the First World War, c1916, (c1920). Map showing German East Africa, British East Africa, the Belgian Congo, Rhodesia, Uganda

Map of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of East Africa, First World War, (c1920). Map showing colonial possessions including the Belgian Congo, British East Africa, German East Africa, Northern Rhodesia and Portuguese East Africa

Glimpses of Roosevelts hunting grounds in East Africa (b / w photo)
6002631 Glimpses of Roosevelts hunting grounds in East Africa (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sketches in Uganda, the latest protectorate of the British Empire (litho)
1064410 Sketches in Uganda, the latest protectorate of the British Empire (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in Uganda)

The East American Administration Coronation Guests, Native Chiefs at Mombasa (b / w photo)
1600963 The East American Administration Coronation Guests, Native Chiefs at Mombasa (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Kagehyi, an Uchambi Village, as seen from the edge of Spekes Gulf, Victoria Nyanza (engraving)
967292 Kagehyi, an Uchambi Village, as seen from the edge of Spekes Gulf, Victoria Nyanza (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kagehyi, an Uchambi Village)

On the Victoria Nyanza, a Hippopotamus attacks a Shooting-Party (litho)
1598803 On the Victoria Nyanza, a Hippopotamus attacks a Shooting-Party (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Victoria Nyanza)

The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b / w photo)
1629211 The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b / w photo)
1629210 The Completion of the Uganda Railway to the Victoria Nyanza, 19 December (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Turning the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Companys Railway, which is to extend from Port Reitz
1038368 Turning the First Sod of the Imperial British East Africa Companys Railway, which is to extend from Port Reitz, Mombasa to Kavirondo on Victoria Nyanza (engraving) by English School

John Hanning Speke (engraving)
3627990 John Hanning Speke (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Hanning Speke. Illustration for The Picture Magazine, 1895.); © Look and Learn

Victoria Nyanza (coloured photo)
5992008 Victoria Nyanza (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria Nyanza)

John Hanning Speke, British explorer, 19th century. In 1858, Speke (1827-1864) and Richard Burton became the first Europeans to discover Lake Tanganyika

Portrait of John Hanning Speke, British explorer, 19th century. In 1858, Speke (1827-1864) and Richard Burton became the first Europeans to discover Lake Tanganyika

Lake Victoria Nyanza, c1880. From The Life and Explorations of Dr Livingstone. [Adam & Co. London, c1880]

Lake Victoria Nyanza, c1840-1900. Lake Victoria is 68, 800 square kilometres (26, 560 square miles) in size, making it the continents largest lake, the largest tropical lake in the world

Luo fishing boats leave the eastern lakeshore of Lake Victoria in the early morning to fish for tilapia and nile perch

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"Exploring the Rich History of Victoria Nyanza: A Glimpse into East Africa's Colonial Past" Step back in time to the early 20th century, where colonial powers vied for control over vast territories. One such region was Victoria Nyanza, a captivating area in East Africa that witnessed significant events during the First World War. Delve into this historical journey through a collection of intriguing images and sketches. The first image showcases colonial possessions in East Africa during the war, offering a glimpse into the strategic importance of this region. As you navigate further, an exquisite map by John Bartholomew & Son reveals how boundaries were redrawn amidst conflict. It serves as a testament to the intricate dynamics at play during those tumultuous times. The allure extended beyond political affairs. Roosevelt's hunting grounds beckoned adventurous souls seeking thrilling expeditions amidst untamed wilderness. An evocative black and white photograph captures these grounds, transporting us to an era when nature reigned supreme. Uganda emerges as an integral part of British Empire protectorates with lithographic sketches showcasing its beauty and cultural heritage. These illustrations offer glimpses into Uganda's rich tapestry while highlighting its significance within imperial ambitions. Native chiefs from Mombasa grace another black and white photograph, symbolizing their role as guests at important administrative ceremonies held on the shores of Victoria Nyanza. Their presence underscores both collaboration and tensions between indigenous populations and colonial authorities. Moving away from human interactions, we encounter Kagehyi village perched on Spekes Gulf's edge – an enchanting scene immortalized through engraving. This picturesque view invites contemplation about daily life along Victoria Nyanza's shores before modernization transformed landscapes forever. Yet not all encounters with wildlife were idyllic; lithographs depict dramatic moments like a hippopotamus attacking a shooting party on Lake Victoria’s waters—an intense reminder that nature's power can be both awe-inspiring and dangerous.