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Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth Artist: William Henry Charles Groome
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Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth Artist: William Henry Charles Groome
Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth of the Mine, 1902. The Chitral Expedition (1895) by the British army to relieve the fort at Chitral, India. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. II. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1902]
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Battles Of The Nineteenth Century British Army Cassell Co Cassell Company Cassells Conflict Expedition Fort Harley Imperialism Kashmir Kashmiri Lieutenant Pakistan Sikh Sikhism Turban Violence Violent Cassell And Company Ltd Chitral Chitral Expedition Headgear Hindoostan Northwest Frontier
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The captivating print titled "Lieutenant Harley, at the Head of Forty Sikhs and Sixty Kashmiris, Rushed the House Over the Mouth" by William Henry Charles Groome takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image captures Lieutenant Harley leading a brave group of forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris as they storm a house during the Chitral Expedition in 1895. In this powerful depiction, we witness the fusion of artistry and historical documentation. Groome's attention to detail brings forth an atmosphere charged with religious fervor, showcasing both Indian culture and British imperialism. The soldiers' headdresses symbolize their allegiance to Sikhism while also serving as protective headgear for battle. The monochromatic composition adds depth and intensity to the scene, emphasizing the gravity of conflict during that era. Each figure is meticulously engraved, highlighting their determination and courage amidst violence. This print serves not only as a visual representation but also as a literary reference within "Battles of the Nineteenth Century". It offers insight into warfare tactics employed by both sides during this expedition on India's northwest frontier. As we admire this piece from Heritage Images, it reminds us of how art can encapsulate moments frozen in time—moments that shaped nations and defined cultures.
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