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"He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew"
984714 " He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920 (colour litho) by Groome, William Henry Charles (1881-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Little Drummer, c.1865. American Civil War.); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22523124
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This print titled ""He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew" (984714 " He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew", from Ballads of Famous Fights, First Edition, 1920)" takes us back to the American Civil War era. The image portrays a young drummer boy seeking refuge behind a massive cannon on the battlefield. His face reflects both fear and determination as he crawls closer to safety. The artist, William Henry Charles Groome, beautifully captures the intensity of this moment in history. The vibrant colors of the lithograph bring life to the scene, emphasizing the contrast between innocence and violence that characterized this devastating conflict. As we gaze at this image, we can't help but feel drawn into the story it tells. We imagine ourselves standing beside this brave young soldier, witnessing firsthand his struggle for survival amidst chaos. It serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless children who were thrust into adulthood far too soon during times of war. This photograph is part of "Ballads of Famous Fights" an iconic collection that immortalizes key moments from historical battles. Through these ballads and images like this one, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the heroism displayed by soldiers on both sides. In conclusion, ""He crawled behind a cannon and pale and paler grew"" is not just an ordinary print – it is a powerful testament to courage in adversity during one of
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