Royal Engineers Collection

Major John Rouse Merriott Chard, VC, 1881. Chard (1847-1897), then a Lieutenant in the Royal Engineers, commanded the British defenders at Rorkes Drift, South Africa, in January 1879

One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving)
1039708 One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One with Britain, Heart and Soul)

R Es bridge building practice in preparation for the Royal Tournament at Olympia London England Practising at Christchurch Dorset England on 4 May 1920 eTopFoto

Uniform of a Field Officer of the Royal Engineers and a Private Sapper
708938 Uniform of a Field Officer of the Royal Engineers and a Private Sapper, from Costume of the British Empire, according to the Last Regulations, published 1815 (hand-coloured aquatint) by Smith

The Royal Engineers (colour litho)
1038618 The Royal Engineers (colour litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Engineers)

The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: Review on Southsea Common, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The International Naval Festival at Portsmouth: Review on Southsea Common, 1865. Illustration of a parade of troops....the line was formed...in full view of the combined fleets anchored at Spithead

The Late Lieutenant-Colonel Patrick Stewart, Director-General of the Indo-European Telegraph, 1865. Creator: Unknown
The Late Lieutenant-Colonel Patrick Stewart, Director-General of the Indo-European Telegraph, 1865. Portrait of...a most able and active officer of the Royal Engineers...This highly-promising

Charles Warren
3586374 Charles Warren; (add.info.: Photograph of Charles Warren (1840-1927) an officer in the British Royal Engineers. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

R.R. follows British advance, 31 Oct 1918. Creator: Bain News Service
R.R. follows British advance, 31 Oct 1918 (date created or published later). Railroad construction during World War I, described by the Imperial War Museum as "Battle of the Drocourt-Queant

British military bridge, Flanders, 5 Aug 1917. Creator: Bain News Service
British military bridge, Flanders, 5 Aug 1917. British infantry soldiers crossing the bridge over the Yser canal at Boezinge, West Flanders, Belgium, August 5, 1917

The Royal Engineers Diving Establishment at Marchwood near Southampton. The Flipper Brigade report for training as they pass a sign erected for drivers to warn them. 2nd April 1980

Military Bazaar at Chatham, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Military Bazaar at Chatham, [in Kent], 1858. A grand military bazaar in aid of the funds of the Central Association for Improving the Condition of the Wives and Families of Soldiers

Electric Telegraph for the Seat of War - Plough for Laying the Wire, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Electric Telegraph for the Seat of War - Plough for Laying the Wire, 1854. Crimean War. The appliances for laying out the wire over irregular ground, and through marshes and rivers

The Siege of Sebastopol - Gordon's Attack with a Lancaster Gun, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Siege of Sebastopol - Gordon's Attack with a Lancaster Gun, 1854. Crimean War: British soldiers with heavy artillery:on the crest of a precipice, is a one-gun battery

Siege Operations at Chatham - Springing a Mine, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Siege Operations at Chatham - Springing a Mine, 1854. Military exercises in Kent, attended by Prince Albert. A column of the 34th then advanced from Gillingham Tower under a heavy fire from the 32

Sappers repairing the road between Schumla and Varna, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Sappers repairing the road between Schumla and Varna, 1854. British soldiers during the Crimean War. The fortified town of Schumla, now Shumen in Bulgaria, was strategically important

Soldiers of The Royal Engineers build bridges to help local residents after heavy floods in Kent. 17th September 1968

The Mayor of Stratford Upon Avon, Councillor Patrick Dare, pictured with Major General THF Foulkes, representing the Commandant of the Corps of Royal Engineers

Gerald Graham (1831-1899)
865021 Gerald Graham (1831-1899) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Gerald Graham (1831-1899) English army officer who served in the Royal Engineers

Lord Wolsely unveiling the memorial windows in Rochester Cathedral to General Gordon and the Offic Creator: Unknown
Lord Wolsely unveiling the memorial windows in Rochester Cathedral to General Gordon and the Officers and men of the Royal Engineers who fell in the Waterloo, Peninsular and Soudan Campaigns, 1888

Lord Kitchener (1850-1916) illustration from Twelve Portraits - Second Series, published 1899 (hand-coloured woodblock)
ELB109856 Lord Kitchener (1850-1916) illustration from Twelve Portraits - Second Series, published 1899 (hand-coloured woodblock) by Nicholson

After the Zulu War, Windsor Castle, 9 December 1879, Her Majesty decorating Officers
1054381 After the Zulu War, Windsor Castle, 9 December 1879, Her Majesty decorating Officers and Men who distinguished themselves during the Campaign (engraving) by Durand

Signs of Peace, Zulu Women crossing a Temporary Bridge built by the Royal Engineers (engraving)
1054121 Signs of Peace, Zulu Women crossing a Temporary Bridge built by the Royal Engineers (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Signs of Peace)

The Expedition for the Relief of General Gordon (litho)
1063812 The Expedition for the Relief of General Gordon (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Expedition for the Relief of General Gordon)

The Zulu War, Sir Garnet Wolseley presenting the Victoria Cross to Major Chard, RE, at Inkwenke Camp (engraving)
1054124 The Zulu War, Sir Garnet Wolseley presenting the Victoria Cross to Major Chard, RE, at Inkwenke Camp (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Zulu War)

British Royal Engineers in a War Ballon over South Africa During the Second Boer War - 19th Century
Two British Corps of Royal Engineers in a war ballon over South Africa during the Second Boer War. Vintage etching circa 19th century

The Newly created Privy Councillors (engraving)
1056659 The Newly created Privy Councillors (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Newly created Privy Councillors)

Some Officers of the Ashantee War (engraving)
1058474 Some Officers of the Ashantee War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Officers of the Ashantee War)

Captain William Grant Stairs (engraving)
1056264 Captain William Grant Stairs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain William Grant Stairs)

The Autumn Military Manoeuvres in Wiltshire and Berkshire (b / w photo)
1627422 The Autumn Military Manoeuvres in Wiltshire and Berkshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Autumn Military Manoeuvres on Dartmoor and Cannock Chase (engraving)
1621160 The Autumn Military Manoeuvres on Dartmoor and Cannock Chase (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info)

Monuments in the Crimea and at Scutari (engraving)
1619427 Monuments in the Crimea and at Scutari (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monuments in the Crimea and at Scutari)

The Camps of the Royal Engineers and Royal Artillery at Bermuda, during the Outbreak of Yellow Fever (engraving)
1620715 The Camps of the Royal Engineers and Royal Artillery at Bermuda, during the Outbreak of Yellow Fever (engraving) by English School

Packing Zinc Scraps for making Gas for the Balloon Section of the Royal Engineers at Woolwich (litho)
1043147 Packing Zinc Scraps for making Gas for the Balloon Section of the Royal Engineers at Woolwich (litho) by Spence, Percy F.S

With the British Garrison at Suakim, Red Sea (engraving)
1044778 With the British Garrison at Suakim, Red Sea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the British Garrison at Suakim, Red Sea)

The Advance on Omdurman, laying the Telegraph Cable across the Nile (litho)
1063672 The Advance on Omdurman, laying the Telegraph Cable across the Nile (litho) by Small, William (1843-1931) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Advance on Omdurman)

Non commissioned members of the Royal Engineers on the Sinai Survey, 1868 (b / w photo)
PEF446269 Non commissioned members of the Royal Engineers on the Sinai Survey, 1868 (b/w photo) by McDonald, Sgt. James (fl.1864-68); Palestine Exploration Fund, London

Second-Corporal Collier struggling out of a mine gallery nearly full of water after
STC413331 Second-Corporal Collier struggling out of a mine gallery nearly full of water after completing his work (litho) by Holloway

Sapper W. Hackett refuses to leave a comrade who was lying seriously injured in a mine
STC412072 Sapper W. Hackett refuses to leave a comrade who was lying seriously injured in a mine gallery (litho) by Pearse

Royal Engineers (colour litho)
2796698 Royal Engineers (colour litho) by Giles, Godfrey Douglas (1857-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Engineers)

Royal Engineers Sports at Chatham (engraving)
1616534 Royal Engineers Sports at Chatham (engraving) by Morehen, Horace (b.c.1841); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Engineers Sports at Chatham)

With the Allied Forces in China, the First Entry of the British-Indian Troops into the City of Peking (litho)
1600370 With the Allied Forces in China, the First Entry of the British-Indian Troops into the City of Peking (litho) by Schonberg

The late Major-General Charles Sim, RE (engraving)
1597767 The late Major-General Charles Sim, RE (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Major-General Charles Sim, RE)

Our War Portraits (b / w photo)
1599483 Our War Portraits (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our War Portraits. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 7 April 1900)

Plan of the Top of Majuba Mountain, with Positions referred to in the Report of Major Fraser, RE (engraving)
1590394 Plan of the Top of Majuba Mountain, with Positions referred to in the Report of Major Fraser, RE (engraving) by English School

Captain Fowke, RE, Designer of the Great Exhibition Building (engraving)
1620312 Captain Fowke, RE, Designer of the Great Exhibition Building (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Fowke, RE)

The Autumn Campaign on Cannock Chase (engraving)
1620903 The Autumn Campaign on Cannock Chase (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Autumn Campaign on Cannock Chase)

Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB (engraving)
1622356 Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Major-General Charles G Gordon, RE, CB)

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The Royal Engineers have a rich and storied history, filled with brave individuals and remarkable achievements. One such individual is Major John Rouse Merriott Chard, VC, whose valiant efforts in 1881 earned him the Victoria Cross. In preparation for the Royal Tournament at Olympia, the Royal Engineers showcased their expertise in bridge building practice. Their meticulous attention to detail and precision were evident as they constructed sturdy structures that stood the test of time. The uniform of a Field Officer of the Royal Engineers exuded authority and professionalism, while a Private Sapper's attire reflected their dedication to service. Both ranks played integral roles in carrying out missions with utmost efficiency. A captivating colour lithograph depicted The Royal Engineers in action, highlighting their versatility across various domains. From combat operations to construction projects, these skilled individuals proved themselves invaluable time and again. At Marchwood near Southampton lay The Royal Engineers Diving Establishment - a hub of innovation where soldiers honed their underwater skills. This facility served as a testament to their commitment towards mastering every aspect of military engineering. During times of crisis, soldiers from The Royal Engineers stepped up to assist local residents affected by heavy floods. With unwavering determination, they built bridges that provided much-needed relief and support to those in need. Gerald Graham was among the notable figures who left an indelible mark on The Royal Engineers' legacy. His contributions during his lifetime ensured that future generations would benefit from his ingenuity and leadership. An awe-inspiring bird's-eye view lithograph captured Kumassi on January 20th, 1896 - showcasing how The Royal Engineers shaped landscapes through their strategic planning and execution. Tragedy struck when Captain William Gill RE and Lieutenant Harold Charrington RN lost their lives during an ill-fated expedition near Suez - forever remembered through an engraving depicting this somber event at the Wells of Moses.