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Review of troops at Morocco, 1844. Creator: Unknown
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Review of troops at Morocco, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Review of troops at Morocco, 1844. North African military display...outside the walls of Morocco. This spectacle differs wholly from an European notion of a " review". Instead of the formal manoeuvres of our well-disciplined armies, the barbaric habits of the desert give a romantic air of freedom to the meeting. The " review" is not so much, in fact, an inspection, as it is a kind of tourney, in which both inspector and inspected prove, by mimic conflicts, their respective strength and skill...the mob army will be seen forward in picturesque array, witnessing the tilting of picked men of their tribes. Such is a specimen of the exercises by which these semi-barbaric troops seek to prepare themselves for contests with the highly-disciplined armies of Europe. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V
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This print titled "Review of troops at Morocco, 1844" takes us back to a bygone era in North Africa. The image captures a mesmerizing military display outside the walls of Morocco, showcasing a stark contrast to the formal manoeuvres witnessed in European reviews. Instead, what unfolds is an enchanting spectacle that exudes freedom and romance due to the barbaric habits of the desert. In this unique "review" which deviates from traditional inspections, both inspector and inspected engage in mimic conflicts to demonstrate their strength and skill. The semi-barbaric troops present themselves with picturesque array as they partake in tilting matches, witnessed by an eager mob army. These exercises serve as preparation for potential encounters with Europe's highly-disciplined armies. The engraving from the Illustrated London News transports us into this extraordinary scene from 19th century Morocco. Amidst a backdrop of stunning horses and horsemen clad in military attire, we witness the convergence of tradition and warfare on African soil. This intriguing snapshot offers a glimpse into history while highlighting cultural differences between continents during this time period. It serves as a reminder that even within military practices, diversity exists across nations. Through this unknown creator's lens, we are transported back to witness an enthralling moment where ancient traditions meet modern conflict strategies on Moroccan soil.
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