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Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his retinue in Central Africa
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Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his retinue in Central Africa
Engraving showing Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) (centre) and his retinue of local porters and hunters, marching across Africa in search of Dr. David Livingstone, 1871. Stanley, a British-American explorer and journalist, had been sent by the proprietor of the New York Herald, James Gordon Bennett, to find Livingstone, the Scottish missionary and explorer, who had not been heard from for several years
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This historical engraving captures the iconic moment when Sir Henry Morton Stanley embarked on his famous expedition across Central Africa in search of Dr. David Livingstone in 1871. The image shows Stanley at the center, surrounded by his retinue of local porters and hunters as they march through the African landscape.
Stanley, a British-American explorer and journalist, was commissioned by James Gordon Bennett, the proprietor of the New York Herald, to locate Livingstone, a Scottish missionary and explorer who had been out of contact for several years. This daring mission would go down in history as one of the most remarkable feats of exploration during the 19th century.
The engraving beautifully captures the spirit of adventure and discovery that defined Stanley's journey. The determination etched on his face is mirrored by his dedicated team of porters and hunters who accompanied him every step of the way through unknown territories and challenging terrain.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to an era where exploration was synonymous with courage, perseverance, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. It serves as a reminder of the incredible lengths that individuals like Stanley were willing to go to uncover new frontiers and expand our understanding of the world around us.
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