Major Tinley, & officers of the 39th regiment

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Major Tinley, & officers of the 39th regiment

Major Tinley, & officers of the 39th regiment. Five officers, two mounted on horses, three standing, full-length portrait, facing front. Date 1855. Major Tinley, & officers of the 39th regiment. Five officers, two mounted on horses, three standing, full-length portrait, facing front. Date 1855

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Crimean Major Regiment Officers Ottoman

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This striking full-length portrait, dated 1855, captures Major Tinley and five officers of the esteemed 39th Regiment of Foot, also known as the Dorsetshire Regiment, during the Crimean War. The scene is set against a backdrop of the Eastern European landscape, with the officers dressed in their formal military attire. Major Tinley, the commanding figure in the center, stands tall and confident, his sword at his side. He wears the distinctive red tunic and bears the insignia of his rank on his collar. Two officers, mounted on horses, flank him, their faces set with determination and resolve. The other three officers, standing, complete the lineup, all of them exuding an air of authority and discipline. The Crimean War, fought between 1853 and 1856, was a significant conflict between the Russian Empire and an alliance of European powers, including the British and French empires. The war was fought primarily in the Crimean Peninsula and is notable for its brutal conditions, with soldiers enduring harsh weather, disease, and long supply lines. The 39th Regiment of Foot played a crucial role in the war, taking part in several key battles, including the Siege of Sevastopol and the Battle of Inkerman. Their bravery and dedication were recognized with numerous honors and decorations, making this portrait a testament to their valiant service. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and imperial power, when the fates of empires were decided on the battlefields of Europe and beyond.

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