Three boys escape their savage captors during the night
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Three boys escape their savage captors during the night
Three boys escape their savage captors (drunk on brandy) during the night, grabbing some of their clothes to wear in the process. Date: 1898
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Media ID 11584839
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attire Away Barking Brandy Captors Drunk Escape Escapes Escaping Grabbing Nightime Quiet Rhode Savage Schoolboys Spears Tethered Tied Toed Trio Wear Nervus
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In this evocative image from 1898, three brave schoolboys make their daring escape from their savage captors during the dead of night. The trio, dressed in tattered attire and clutching a few stolen articles of clothing, tiptoe away, their nervous glances over their shoulders betraying the gravity of the situation. The air is thick with tension, as the boys' captors, drunk on brandy and wielding spears, bark orders in the background, their dogs tethered and snarling at the intruders. The scene is set against the backdrop of a dark, moonlit night, the shadows casting long, ominous shapes on the rough, uneven terrain. The boys' faces are etched with determination and fear, their eyes fixed on the horizon as they make their escape. The historical significance of this moment is palpable, as the boys' courage and resourcefulness in the face of adversity serve as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, transporting us back to a time when danger lurked around every corner and the simple act of escaping captivity required immense bravery and quick thinking. The image is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the lengths to which people will go to protect themselves and their loved ones. As we gaze upon this hauntingly beautiful image, we are reminded of the importance of courage, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit. The boys' escape may have been a small victory in the grand scheme of things, but it is a victory that continues to inspire and captivate us to this day.
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