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Eagle Egg Hunting - Attempt to rob the Aerie
Eagle Egg Hunting - Attempt to rob the Aerie.
1838
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1830s 1838 Attempt Eagle Eagles Feathers Hanging Hunt Ledge Rope Steal Weapon Wings
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Eagle Egg Hunting - Attempt to Rob the Aerie" (1838) is an intriguing and evocative image from the 19th century that captures the daring and risky practice of eagle egg hunting during the Victorian era. The photograph portrays a group of men, dressed in clothing typical of the period, attempting to rob an eagle's aerie high up in the mountains. The men are shown precariously perched on a narrow rock ledge, with one man in the foreground holding a large basket, likely to collect the precious eagle eggs. Another man in the background is seen hanging from a rope, reaching up towards the nest with a sword or other sharp weapon in hand. The eagle itself, with its powerful wings spread wide and sharp beak bared, hovers protectively above the nest, ready to defend its young. The rugged and mountainous terrain in the background adds to the sense of danger and adventure, as the men brave the heights and the wrath of the eagle to obtain the valuable eggs. Eagle eggs were highly sought after for their perceived nutritional and medicinal benefits, as well as for their status as a luxury item. Despite the risks involved, eagle egg hunting was a common practice during the 1800s, particularly in North America and Europe. This photograph provides a fascinating glimpse into this bygone era, when men would go to great lengths to obtain these valuable and coveted eggs. The image is a reminder of the tenacity and resourcefulness of people in the past, as well as the natural beauty and power of the eagle and its aerie.
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