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Begum Kote
The Begum Kote in Lucknow several months after it was damaged during the second relief of the city by British forces led by Field Marshal Sir Colin Campbell in March 1858 at the end of the Indian Rebellion (also known as the Indian Mutiny). (Photo by Felice Beato/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Felice Beato
Media ID 11797240
© 2007 Getty Images
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This print captures the aftermath of the Indian Rebellion, also known as the Indian Mutiny, in Lucknow. Taken by renowned photographer Felice Beato, it showcases the Begum Kote several months after British forces led by Field Marshal Sir Colin Campbell damaged it during their second relief of the city in March 1858. The image transports us back to a significant moment in history when colonial powers clashed with local resistance. The black and white composition adds a sense of gravity and timelessness to this scene of conflict and destruction. Intriguingly, Beato's lens focuses not only on military elements but also on architectural details. The crumbling walls and broken structures serve as poignant reminders of the violence that unfolded within these walls. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of how art can preserve historical moments for generations to come. It serves as a visual testament to an era marked by turmoil and struggle for independence
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