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The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Camp at Kinshassa, on the Congo, with Tippoo Tibs Headquarters (engraving)
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The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Camp at Kinshassa, on the Congo, with Tippoo Tibs Headquarters (engraving)
1596332 The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Camp at Kinshassa, on the Congo, with Tippoo Tibs Headquarters (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition, Camp at Kinshassa, on the Congo, with Tippoo Tibs Headquarters. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 December 1889.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23072824
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Campsites Congo Emin Pasha Relief Expedition Headquarters Henry Morton Stanley Kinshasa
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This engraving takes us back to the 19th century, immersing us in the heart of The Emin Pasha Relief Expedition. The scene unfolds at Camp Kinshassa, situated on the banks of the mighty Congo River. A sense of adventure and exploration permeates the air as we witness Tippoo Tib's headquarters dominating the landscape. The campsite is a bustling hub of activity, with tents scattered across the terrain and people engaged in various tasks. Men clad in expedition attire can be seen conversing, while others tend to their horses or unload supplies from boats docked by the riverbank. This image offers a glimpse into both the logistical challenges and camaraderie that defined such expeditions. Tippoo Tib's headquarters stands tall amidst this lively setting, exuding an aura of authority and organization. Its grandeur hints at his influential role within this ambitious mission to rescue Emin Pasha, who was besieged by hostile forces deep within Africa. As we delve deeper into this historical moment captured by The Illustrated London News in December 1889, it becomes evident that this print serves as a testament to human resilience and determination in pursuit of knowledge and discovery. It transports us to a time when intrepid explorers like Henry Morton Stanley ventured into uncharted territories for scientific advancement and humanitarian aid. Through this engraving, we are invited to reflect upon our own thirst for exploration and understanding – reminding us that even today, there are still frontiers waiting to be explored both within ourselves
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