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Sketches of the War in the Soudan (engraving)
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Sketches of the War in the Soudan (engraving)
1622327 Sketches of the War in the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the War in the Soudan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 12 January 1884.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22851084
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bringing Drilling English Officers Gendarmerie Mahdist War Officers Reconnoitring Recruit Recruiting Recruitment Recruits Soudan Sudan
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This print titled "Sketches of the War in the Soudan" takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in a visual narrative of English officers involved in various aspects of military operations during the Mahdist War. The engraving, originally published in The Illustrated London News on January 12,1884, offers a glimpse into this significant historical event. The image showcases English officers engaged in activities such as recruiting and drilling new soldiers, their arrival accompanied by Bedouin guides and ceremonial horses. It also depicts scenes of reconnaissance missions and officers interacting with black recruits from Sudan. The presence of gendarmerie and bashibazouks adds depth to the composition, highlighting different factions involved in this conflict. Through this artwork, we witness not only the military aspect but also elements of cultural exchange between British forces and local communities. The intricate details captured by an unknown English School artist allow us to delve into a world where war meets diplomacy. Preserved within a private collection today, this engraving serves as a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important chapter in Sudan's history. Its inclusion within Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection ensures its accessibility for those seeking knowledge about colonial conflicts and their impact on diverse societies.
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