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British Officers interrogating a prisoner, East Africa, 1916
Photograph showing General Hannyngton and his intelligence officer (seated in chairs) interrogating an enemy porter (seated on floor) in German East Africa, 1916. Two Indian sepoys stand guard by the prisoner
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Media ID 4392353
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Chairs Enemy Floor Guard Intelligence Interrogating Porter Prisoner Sepoys Stand
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our captivating Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing image of British officers interrogating a prisoner during the East African campaign of 1916. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts General Hannington and his intelligence officer in deep conversation with a German enemy porter. The atmospheric setting and historical significance make this a must-have addition to any wall in your home or office. Experience the rich history of the First World War through the lens of this compelling image.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.8cm x 17.7cm (14.1" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the East African Campaign during World War I. The image shows British General Sir Frederick Jackson Hannyngton (seated, left) and his intelligence officer (seated, right) engaged in a intense interrogation of an enemy porter (seated on the floor) in German East Africa, 1916. The prisoner, wearing a tattered loincloth and manacled wrists, appears defiant yet resigned to his fate. Two Indian sepoys (soldiers) stand guard, their rifles at the ready, maintaining a watchful eye over the proceedings. The scene unfolds in the arid, sun-scorched terrain of Africa, with the harsh desert landscape providing a stark backdrop to the tense encounter. General Hannyngton, a decorated military leader, was instrumental in the British campaign to reclaim German East Africa from German colonial rule. His intelligence officer, an unnamed figure, played a crucial role in gathering vital information from enemy prisoners and local informants to aid the British forces in their strategic planning and military operations. The porter, a member of the enemy's porter corps, was likely captured during a military engagement or raiding party. The interrogation was a common tactic employed by both sides during the conflict to gain valuable intelligence and disrupt the enemy's supply lines. The prisoner's capture could potentially yield valuable information about German troop movements, fortifications, and weaknesses in their defenses. This photograph offers a glimpse into the raw, unfiltered reality of war and the lengths to which both sides went to gain the upper hand. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of conflict and the complex web of power dynamics that existed between colonial powers, their soldiers, and the local populations during this period in history.
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