Gordon of Khartoum, born Charles George Gordon in 1833, was a British military officer and administrator renowned for his exploits as an imperial adventurer. In the 19th century, Gordon established a name for himself through his courageous leadership in various military campaigns across the British Empire, from the Crimean War to the Taiping Rebellion in China. His reputation soared during his service in Sudan, where he gained the moniker "Gordon of Khartoum" for his successful defense of the city against the forces of the Mahdist uprising. Gordon's military prowess, coupled with his commitment to humanitarian causes, endeared him to both the British public and the people he encountered during his travels, solidifying his status as one of the most celebrated figures of the Victorian era.