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General Charles Gordon
GENERAL CHARLES GORDON British military Governor General of the Sudan Date: 1833 - 1885
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1881 Gordon Governor Sudan Vanity
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This striking portrait captures the intense gaze and unyielding determination of General Charles Gordon (1833-1885), a British military and political figure who made a significant impact on the Sudan during the late 19th century. The photograph, published in Vanity Fair in 1881, shows Gordon in full military regalia, complete with a red fez and a sword at his side. Born in Woolwich, England, Gordon rose through the ranks of the British Army, serving in various capacities in India and China before being appointed as the British Consul in Khartoum, Sudan, in 1855. He gained fame for his successful defense of Khartoum against a Muslim rebellion in 1883, but tragedy struck when the city was besieged and ultimately fell to the Mahdist forces in 1884. Gordon was killed during the siege, becoming a martyr for the British cause in Sudan. Despite his controversial and often divisive actions, Gordon is remembered for his bravery and dedication to the people of Sudan. In this photograph, his steely expression and unwavering gaze convey a sense of resolve and determination that belies the turmoil and uncertainty of the time. The portrait serves as a poignant reminder of a complex and enigmatic figure who left an indelible mark on the history of the Sudan and the British Empire.
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