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Chitral Combat 1895
The Chitral expedition - from a sketch by. Mr. A.D Greenhill Gardyne. Officers and men struggle against the enemy 100 yards from the point of the cliff at Chitral
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Chitral Cliff Combat Enemy Kilts Point Rifles Struggle Yards 1895
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 23.7cm (7" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative sketch by A.D. Greenhill Gardyne captures the intensity and bravery of the Chitral Expedition of 1895, an event that marked a significant moment in British military history. The scene depicts a group of officers and men from the British Army, clad in kilts and armed with rifles, engaged in a fierce combat with their enemy just 100 yards from the precipice of a cliff in Chitral. The month was April, and the march had been a grueling one, with the British forces facing numerous challenges in the form of treacherous terrain, harsh weather conditions, and a determined enemy. The Chitral Expedition was launched in response to a rebellion in the Chitral Valley, located in present-day Pakistan. The rebellion had been sparked by the refusal of the local ruler to pay tribute to the British, leading to a tense standoff between the two parties. The British, determined to assert their dominance, dispatched a force under the command of Major-General Sir Robert Low to quell the rebellion. The sketch vividly portrays the intense struggle between the two sides, with the British soldiers fighting tooth and nail to gain ground against their adversaries. The cliff in the background adds to the sense of drama and danger, as the outcome of the battle hung in the balance. The determination and courage of the British soldiers shines through in this powerful image, which serves as a testament to their resilience and the sacrifices they made in the name of national pride and security. This historical moment in April 1895 remains an important chapter in the annals of British military history, and this evocative sketch by A.D. Greenhill Gardyne provides a compelling visual representation of the events that unfolded on that fateful day.
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