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Front View of the Residency, Lucknow, After the Relief, c1858, (1901). Creator
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Front View of the Residency, Lucknow, After the Relief, c1858, (1901). Creator
Front View of the Residency, Lucknow, After the Relief, c1858, (1901). The siege of Lucknow was one of the major engagements of the uprising against British rule in India which began in 1857. The city was besieged by mutineers for 87 days from the outbreak of the mutiny until a British force arrived on 25 November 1857. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. I. - To The End of the Indian Mutiny", by J. Maclaren Cobban. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]
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The print captures the front view of the Residency in Lucknow after the relief during the siege of Lucknow in 1857. This historic event marked a major engagement in the uprising against British rule in India. The city was besieged by mutineers for 87 days until a British force arrived to end the conflict. The image, taken from "The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts" by J. Maclaren Cobban, provides a glimpse into the aftermath of this tumultuous period. The building stands as a testament to resilience and endurance, bearing visible signs of damage caused during the siege. In black and white, this photograph evokes a sense of history and nostalgia. It transports us back to an era when Britain held dominion over India as part of its vast empire. The architectural details are striking, showcasing both grandeur and weariness. Lieutenant Clifford Henry Mecham is credited as the creator behind this image that immortalizes an important chapter in Indian history. Mecham's lens captures not only physical destruction but also hints at profound human emotions that must have permeated these walls during those turbulent times. This print serves as a powerful reminder of past struggles while also highlighting our shared heritage. It invites us to reflect on historical events that shaped nations and individuals alike, urging us never to forget or repeat them again.
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