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General Sir Alexander Taylor GCB, Royal (late Bengal) Engineers
5929410 General Sir Alexander Taylor GCB, Royal (late Bengal) Engineers, 1878 circa (oil on canvas) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Sir Alexander Taylor GCB, Royal (late Bengal) Engineers, 1878 circa.
Oil on canvas, artist unknown, 1878 circa.
Taylor (1826-1912) was born in Dublin and after completing his schooling entered the East India CompanyAs Addiscombe College in 1841. A long and distinguished career in India followed, including service during the Sikh Wars (1845-1849), the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) and in several campaigns on the unruly North West Frontier. He also played a leading role in the construction of the Grand Trunk Road between Lahore and Peshawar as Chief Engineer in the Punjab. After his retirement from the Indian Army in 1878, General Taylor served as president of the Royal Indian Engineering College from 1881 until 1896.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22562716
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The captivating print showcases General Sir Alexander Taylor GCB, a prominent figure in the Royal (late Bengal) Engineers during the 19th century. Painted by an unknown artist around 1878, this oil on canvas masterpiece is currently housed at the National Army Museum in London. General Taylor's remarkable life began in Dublin in 1826. He embarked on a journey of education and joined the East India Company's Addiscombe College in 1841. His time with the company led to a distinguished career serving in various conflicts and campaigns across India, including the Sikh Wars from 1845 to 1849 and the Indian Mutiny between 1857 and 1859. Notably, General Taylor played a pivotal role as Chief Engineer in constructing the Grand Trunk Road connecting Lahore and Peshawar while stationed in Punjab. After retiring from active duty with the Indian Army in 1878, he assumed presidency at the Royal Indian Engineering College for fifteen years until his retirement from that position as well. This portrait captures General Sir Alexander Taylor's unwavering determination and leadership qualities that propelled him through numerous challenges throughout his illustrious military career. The painting serves as a testament to his significant contributions to engineering advancements during his time of service.
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