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Captain Cameron and the other Abyssinian Captives, c1864. Creator: Unknown
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Captain Cameron and the other Abyssinian Captives, c1864. Creator: Unknown
Captain Cameron and the other Abyssinian Captives, c1864. Captain Charles Cameron, British Consul in Ethiopia, (far right), and others were taken prisoner by the Abyssinian emperor Tewodros II on 3 January 1864. Cameron, his European staff, and four missionaries were kept in chains for over two years. Shown here are: Kerans, Rassam, Stern, Prideaux, Mr & Mrs Rosenthal and Child, Blanc, Pietro and Cameron. Their capture led to the British Expedition to Abyssinia. Engraving after a photograph. Published in " Illustrated Battles of the Nineteenth Century. By Archibald Forbes, Major Arthur Griffiths, and others." [Cassell & Co, London, 1895-1897]
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This print depicts "Captain Cameron and the other Abyssinian Captives" from around 1864. In this historic image, we see Captain Charles Cameron, the British Consul in Ethiopia, standing at the far right alongside his fellow prisoners. The group includes his European staff, four missionaries, and Mr. & Mrs. Rosenthal with their child. These individuals were taken captive by Emperor Tewodros II of Abyssinia on January 3rd, 1864. For over two years, they endured the hardships of imprisonment while being kept in chains. Their capture ultimately led to the British Expedition to Abyssinia. The engraving was created based on a photograph and later published in "Illustrated Battles of the Nineteenth Century". It offers a glimpse into this significant event in international relations during the Victorian era. The image showcases both men and women who found themselves shackled due to circumstances beyond their control. It serves as a reminder of the harsh realities faced by those involved in political conflicts and highlights how people from different countries came together during challenging times. As we reflect upon this powerful visual representation of captivity and resilience, it is important to remember that these individuals played crucial roles within their respective professions before being subjected to punishment for crimes they did not commit.
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