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Glass Frame : OMDURMAN. BATTLE OF OMDURMAN : the charge of the Lancers Date: 2 September 1898
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OMDURMAN. BATTLE OF OMDURMAN : the charge of the Lancers Date: 2 September 1898
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1898 Charge Lancers Omdurman Sudan Wars
7"x5" Glass Mount
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and chaos of the Battle of Omdurman, which took place on September 2, 1898, in what is now Sudan, Africa. The British Empire, led by General Horatio Kitchener, clashed with the Sudanese forces of the Mahdist State, led by the Mahdi's successor, Abdallahi ibn Muhammad. The image focuses on the iconic charge of the Lancers, a crucial moment during the battle. The British cavalry, armed with lances and swords, charge towards the enemy lines with determination and courage. The Sudanese forces, dressed in white robes and armed with spears and shields, stand their ground, ready to defend their homeland. The Battle of Omdurman was a decisive victory for the British, marking the end of the Mahdist War and the re-establishment of British control over Sudan. The conflict had begun in 1881 when the Mahdist forces had driven the Egyptian army out of Sudan, leading to a long and brutal war that saw the deaths of thousands on both sides. The photograph provides a glimpse into the brutal realities of war and the courage and determination of the soldiers involved. It is a poignant reminder of the historical significance of the Battle of Omdurman and the impact it had on the political landscape of Africa in the late 19th century.
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