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The Future of Chitral, making a Road over the Malakand Pass (engraving)
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The Future of Chitral, making a Road over the Malakand Pass (engraving)
1056537 The Future of Chitral, making a Road over the Malakand Pass (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Future of Chitral, making a Road over the Malakand Pass. Illustration for The Graphic, 7 September 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22636968
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Bengal Lancers Blasting Boring Charge Chitral Difficulty Engagements Enormous Granite Grey Holes Joseph Nash Malakand Pass Nash Joseph 1808 1878 Neighbourhood Pakistan Pass Purposes Roller Royal Engineers Successful Natives
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The Future of Chitral - Building a Road over the Malakand Pass
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. This engraving by Joseph Nash depicts the monumental task of constructing a road over the treacherous Malakand Pass in Chitral, Pakistan. Created for The Graphic in 1895, it showcases the great campaign undertaken by the Royal Engineers to conquer this formidable topography. In this scene, we witness an enormous effort as workers blast through solid granite and bore holes into unforgiving stone. The Bengal Lancers charge forward fearlessly, engaging in fierce engagements with natives from the surrounding valleys. Despite these challenges, their determination is unwavering. The artist skillfully captures both the physical labor and strategic planning involved in this ambitious project. A roller flattens out rough terrain while nearby engineers oversee every detail to ensure success. The grey backdrop of the Swat River Valley adds depth and context to this historic moment. Nash's artwork not only highlights human perseverance but also serves as a testament to British engineering prowess during that era. It exemplifies how art can document significant historical events and inspire future generations. Today, this engraving stands as a remarkable reminder of past achievements and serves as an inspiration for those facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles on their own paths towards progress.
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