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The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail, the Natives and the Engine (litho)
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The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail, the Natives and the Engine (litho)
1063692 The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail, the Natives and the Engine (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail, the Natives and the Engine. Illustration for The Graphic, 27 August 1898.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23045180
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Arab Culture Arabs Battalion Du Soudan Engine Front Officers Permission Rail Reception Sapper Sheikh Sort Soudan Advance Trucks Venerable Yarns Afica Afric Arab Civilization Arabians Central Africa Natives Sudan
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The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail - A Glimpse into African History
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. This lithograph captures a significant moment in African history - "The Soudan Advance, to the Front by Rail". Created by Henry Marriott Paget and published in The Graphic on August 27,1898, this artwork offers a fascinating glimpse into an era of exploration and colonial expansion. In this scene, we witness a unique blend of cultures as native Africans interact with European officers during their journey. The central focus is an impressive steam engine that symbolizes progress and modernity. Surrounding it are locals from different tribes dressed in vibrant traditional attire. Their expressions range from curiosity to amusement as they observe the foreign contraption. Notably, amidst the bustling activity stands a lady accompanied by her child - perhaps the wife of one of the officers or a visitor seeking adventure. Her presence adds an intriguing layer to this image, highlighting how women were also partakers in these historical events. Paget's attention to detail brings life to every element within this print. From the intricate patterns on clothing to the facial expressions conveying various emotions, each aspect tells its own story. "The Soudan Advance" serves as both documentation and celebration of Arab civilization meeting Western influence in Africa. It reminds us of our shared human experiences across cultures and invites contemplation about colonialism's impact on indigenous communities. As we admire this engraving from Bridgeman Images' Private Collection today, let us reflect upon history
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