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Alexinatz evacuation. Serbia
Alexinatz evacuation. Serbia. 19th century. Engraving by Rico. Colored
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1876 Away Balkan Defeat Defeated Evacuation Leave Loser Migration Rico Serbia Serbian Tumbril Alexinatz Diaspora
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This evocative 19th century engraving by Rico depicts the poignant scene of the Alexinatz evacuation in Serbia during the Serbo-Turkish Wars of 1876. The defeat of the Serbian forces at the Battle of Aleksinac on August 16, 1876, marked a significant moment in the history of the Balkans, leading to a mass evacuation of civilians and soldiers from the region. The image captures the chaotic and desperate scene as people and animals are seen leaving their homes and possessions behind, crammed onto carts and tumbrils in an attempt to escape the advancing Turkish forces. The defeated and weary soldiers, some carrying their weapons, walk alongside their families and fellow citizens, their faces etched with a mixture of sadness, fear, and determination. The use of color in this engraving adds depth and emotion to the scene, highlighting the vibrant costumes and the stark contrast between the lush greenery of the landscape and the somber tones of the evacuees. The tumultuous crowd, with its swirling lines and dynamic composition, conveys the sense of urgency and upheaval that characterized this moment in Serbian history. The Alexinatz evacuation was a turning point in the Serbo-Turkish Wars, leading to increased international attention and intervention, and ultimately contributing to the eventual liberation of Serbia from Ottoman rule. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and the resilience and determination of those who were forced to leave their homes and communities in search of a new beginning.
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