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The Cameron Highlanders taking the stockade at Atbara Date: 8th April 1898
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1898 Cameron Highlanders Stockade Sudan Taking Wars Atbara
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic beauty of Africa's past into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in the Sudan Wars: The Cameron Highlanders storming the stockade at Atbara on 8th April 1898. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted, featuring vibrant colors, rich textures, and archival-quality materials to ensure your print retains its stunning detail and authenticity for years to come. Add a touch of history and character to any room with this evocative and intriguing representation of a significant moment in African history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of the Sudan Wars, specifically the Battle of Atbara on April 8, 1898. The image depicts members of the Cameron Highlanders, a Scottish infantry regiment, taking the stockade at Atbara, Sudan. The date of the battle marked a significant turning point in the Mahdist War, a conflict between the Sudanese Mahdist state and the Anglo-Egyptian forces, led by General Sir Herbert Kitchener. The Cameron Highlanders, dressed in their iconic tartan kilts and bonnets, are shown advancing towards the fortified position of the Mahdist defenders. The stockade, a defensive structure made of logs and mud, can be seen in the background, with the desert landscape stretching out behind it. The determination and focus on the faces of the soldiers are palpable, as they prepare to engage in hand-to-hand combat with the enemy. The Battle of Atbara was a decisive victory for the Anglo-Egyptian forces, with the Mahdist army suffering heavy losses. The defeat of the Mahdist forces at Atbara paved the way for the eventual capture of Khartoum and the end of the Mahdist War. This photograph is a testament to the bravery and resilience of the soldiers who fought in this historic conflict, and serves as a reminder of the rich and complex history of Africa and its people. The photograph is a valuable historical record, and its authenticity is attested to by its provenance from Mary Evans Prints Online, a reputable source for high-quality historical images. This image is not only a significant addition to any collection of African or military history, but also a powerful reminder of the human stories that lie behind the events of the past.
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