History

How the Bengal army came to be an army of robust Sepoys.

Delving into the fascination of populating the Bengal army with impressive Prussian type native Sepoys.

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History

Love regular payments? Join the Bengal army.

In the 17th century, monthly payments made service in the Bengal army a great attraction.

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Vintage Years

And it took a mutiny to change policing.

A vintage photo from 1900, and why policing changed in British India, from the Kotwali system of the Mughals.

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History

The death of Charlotte Chambers during the Mutiny of 1857.

During the mutiny of 1857 the gruesome and ritualistic murder of Charlotte Chambers was a rallying call.

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History

Good journalism. But instigating journalism.

An illustration that beautifully presents the brutality of 1857, and how 18th century Journalism used it to evoke pathos.

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Vintage Years

The loyal camel trooper of the British Indian army.

A photo from January 1857 shows a mounted Camel Trooper, possibly of the Punjab Irregulars.

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Wallpapers for Desktops and Mobile Phones: Sumerian Wagon Maker.

Download and decorate your desktop and mobile phone with artefacts, monuments and scenes from the past. This wallpaper presents a photoart (artistic) presentation of what a Chariot maker's factory may have looked like inside a Sumerian City. In focus is a four-wheeled Sumerian War Wagon. The Sumerians made extensive use of several types of wagons. These wagons were heavy and came with round disk wheels. They were pulled by teams of onagers (wild asses) or a mixed breed (of onagers and domesticated asses) known as Kungas. The Sumerian civilization is considered to be the oldest and flourished from 5500 to 1800 BC in Mesopotamia.

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Wallpapers for Desktops and Mobile Phones: Sumerian War Wagons.

Download and decorate your desktop and mobile phone with artefacts, monuments and scenes from the past. This wallpaper features a photoart representation of a Sumerian Four Wheeled War Wagon. The Sumerians made extensive use of several types of wagons in battle including the one portrayed. These wagons were heavy and made out of wood, wicker and reeds. They came with round disk wheels and were pulled by teams of four onagers (wild asses ) or a mixed breed known as the Kungas - of onagers and domesticated asses. The Sumerian civilization is considered to be the oldest and flourished from 5500 to 1800 BC in Mesopotamia. This artistic presentation is based on a Sumerian-era bronze sculpture of a four-wheeled war wagon which was excavated and dates back to 2500 - 2000 BC. See a photo of the sculpture below - Image is a photo of a Sumerian era bronze sculpture of a four wheeled war wagon dating back to 2500-2000 BC.

Image is a photo of a Sumerian era bronze sculpture of a four wheeled war wagon dating back to 2500-2000 BC.

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Wallpapers for Desktops and Mobile Phones: Fansi Tungri, Hill of Hanging, 18th Century.

Download and decorate your desktop and mobile phone with monuments, artefacts and scenes from the past. This wallpaper features a photoart representation of Fansi Tungri in Ranchi, Jharkhand. A gently sloping hill were people were hanged in the 18th century. Atop one can also find a worship site dedicated to Shiva.

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Wallpapers for Desktops and Mobile Phones: The Sumerian Wheel.

Download and decorate your desktop and mobile phone with artefacts, monuments and scenes from the past. This wallpaper presents a photoart presentation of a Sumerian Disk Wheel and weapons of war. The Sumerian civilization is considered to be the oldest and flourished from 5500 to 1800 BC in Mesopotamia.

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Greetings Cards for Eid-al-Adha: Eid Mubarak. Painting of Abraham from the Zubdat Tawarikh, 1583 a.d.

Wish your friends, colleagues, family and relatives a very happy Eid Mubarak this Eid-al-Adha. Or simply send to grow awareness of historical paintings and about history. Our Greetings Cards don't just let you convey emotions but also educate and make folks aware. This Greetings Card features a photoart representation of a painting of the prophet Abraham preparing to sacrifice his son Ishmael. The painting comes from the Zubdat Tawarikh manuscript, 1583 a.d. Produced during the years of the Ottomans.

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Greetings Cards for Valentine's Day: Boys and their Toys, Valentine Mark III Infantry Tank.

Express your love for historic infantry tanks this Valentine's Day. Or simply send to spread awareness about history and historical artefacts. Our Greetings Cards don't just let you convey emotions but also educate and make folks aware. This Greetings Card features a photoart representation of a line of Valentine Mark III Infantry tanks drawn up for inspection in Scotland. The Valentine Mark III made its appearance in 1938 and remained in service till 1960. It was manufactured by the company Vickers-Armstrongs Limited, based in the U.K. The artistic presentation is based on a photo that was captured in 1941. The men in the photo belonged to the 16th Tank Brigade of the 1st Polish Corps.

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Greetings Cards for Diwali: Good Wishes. Painting: Lakshmi by Raja Ravi Rai Varma, 1910.

Wish your friends, family and colleagues a very Happy Diwali with this beautiful message on happiness and prosperity. Or simply send to spread awareness about history, mythology and historical paintings. Our Greetings Cards don't just let you convey emotions but also educate and make folks aware. This Greetings Card features a photoart representation of a painting of Lakshmi - the Vedic goddess of wealth and prosperity. The painting was created by Raja Ravi Rai Varma and published in 1910 a.d.

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Greetings Cards for Dussehra: Good Wishes. Painting: Rama battles Ravana, 1820.

Wish your friends, family and colleagues a very Happy Dussehra with Lord Rama. Or simply send to spread awareness about history, mythology and historical paintings. Our Greetings Cards don't just let you convey emotions but also educate and make folks aware. This Greetings Card features a photoart representation of a Gouache on Paper painting, created in the Tanjore style. It was produced in Thanjavur in 1820 and depicts Rama in battle with Ravana. The artistic representation is based on an exhibit, of the same, at the British Museum. This product has been recreated to be more festive in spirit. The earlier product on display is now available complimentary with the purchase of the new product. You can avail it by opting for any of the provided options: Card with Prewritten Message, Custom PDF and Order Custom. Farbound.Net Greetings Card: Showing a photo art representation of a Tanjore style painting from Thanjavur depicting Rama in battle with Ravana.