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The Indian Relief Trooping Season, passing through the Suez Canal (engraving)
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The Indian Relief Trooping Season, passing through the Suez Canal (engraving)
1036383 The Indian Relief Trooping Season, passing through the Suez Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Relief Trooping Season, passing through the Suez Canal. Illustration for The Graphic, 12 September 1891.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23051416
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Gare Lemons Oranges Passing Quiet Station Suez Canal The Graphic Tied Tiffin Time Waist Imitates Turkish Delight
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This engraving, titled "The Indian Relief Trooping Season, passing through the Suez Canal" takes us back to the 19th century when naval transport played a crucial role in military operations. The scene captures a moment of respite amidst the hustle and bustle of troop movement. As ships pass through the iconic Suez Canal, we are drawn to a peculiar sight on one of the boats. A practical joker has tied lemons and oranges to strings, imitating flying fruits that dance in mid-air. This light-hearted gesture brings some much-needed amusement during an otherwise serious journey. In this tranquil setting, soldiers from the Indian Relief Trooping Season find solace as they enjoy their tiffin or lunch break. Dogs playfully roam around while sailors gather at various points along the boat's waistline. Turkish delight is shared among comrades as they exchange stories and laughter fills the air. Amidst all this camaraderie, it becomes evident that even in times of war and duty, moments of quiet joy can be found. The illustration originally appeared in The Graphic magazine on September 12th, 1891 – a testament to how art can capture fleeting moments for generations to come. "The Indian Relief Trooping Season" serves as a reminder that even amidst military operations and strategic movements, humanity finds ways to create pockets of happiness and connection with each other - whether it be through playful pranks or simple acts of sharing fruit boats laden with citrus delights.
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