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ALFRED ARTHUR GREENWOOD HALES (1860-1936) Australian novelist and war correspondent. Caption: Peace and War Date: 1860 - 1936
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1860 Arthur Australian Correspondent Greenwood Hales Novelist Pipe Spurs Vanity 1936
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This photograph of Alfred Arthur Greenwood Hales, taken by an unknown photographer, captures the enigmatic Australian author and war correspondent in an intriguing moment of repose. Born in 1860, Hales was a prolific novelist and journalist whose works often explored the complexities of war and its impact on individuals. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Hales gained international recognition for his reports on various conflicts, including the Sudan Campaign and the Boer War. In this image, he is depicted in a thoughtful pose, smoking a pipe with a contemplative expression. The spurs on his boots hint at his military background, adding an air of intrigue to the scene. Despite the peaceful surroundings, the backdrop of Hales' career as a war correspondent looms large. The contrast between the tranquility of the moment and the chaos of the battlefields he covered is a poignant reminder of the paradoxical nature of war and its ability to disrupt the lives of those who experience it. Hales' literary contributions to the genre of war literature have stood the test of time, providing valuable insights into the human condition during times of conflict. This evocative photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dedicated himself to chronicling the complexities of peace and war.
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