Fine Art Print : Sudan Wars / An Attack
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Sudan Wars / An Attack
British soldiers with guns and bayonets repel a charge by native Sudanese forces bearing far less advanced weaponry
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Media ID 4350891
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1885 Advanced Attack Bayonets Bearing Charge Forces Guns Helmets Khaki Pith Repel Shield Sudan Sudanese Wars Weaponry
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and bold drama of the Sudan Wars with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, 'An Attack by Rights Managed' from Mary Evans Prints Online, vividly portrays the intensity of the conflict between British soldiers with their advanced weaponry and native Sudanese forces. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and authentic representation of this pivotal moment in history. Add this masterpiece to your collection and bring the excitement and intrigue of the Sudan Wars into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 during the Sudan Wars, specifically the Battle of Khartoum in 1885. In the foreground, British soldiers, clad in khaki uniforms and armed with rifles, bayonets, and helmets, prepare to repel a charge by native Sudanese forces. The Sudanese warriors, dressed in colorful robes and armed with shields and swords, bear a stark contrast to the technologically advanced weaponry wielded by the British troops. The Battle of Khartoum was a significant event in the history of the Sudan Wars, which lasted from 1881 to 1898 and saw the British Empire expand its control over Sudan. The British, led by General Charles Gordon, had established a garrison in Khartoum, the capital city of Sudan, in an attempt to assert their dominance over the region. However, they were besieged by Sudanese forces led by the Mahdist leader, Muhammad Ahmad. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the British soldiers fought bravely to repel the Sudanese charge, using their superior weaponry and tactical advantage to hold off the enemy. The battle ended in a tragic defeat for the British, with General Gordon and thousands of soldiers and civilians being killed. The Sudanese forces, on the other hand, emerged victorious, but their victory was short-lived as they were eventually defeated by the British in subsequent battles. This photograph provides a glimpse into the brutal and intense battles that characterized the Sudan Wars and the clash between the advanced military tactics and weaponry of European powers and the traditional weapons and tactics of native forces in Africa. It is a poignant reminder of the complex and often violent history of colonialism and imperial expansion.
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