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"Officiers et matelots, dit-il d une voix ferme
5902963 " Officiers et matelots, dit-il d une voix ferme..." (" Officers and sailors, " he said in a firm voice... " ), from Les RevoltA©s de la Bounty, pub. 1879 (engraving) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mutiny on HMS Bounty, May 1790. Captain Bligh at the mercy of the mutineers; William Bligh (1754-1817) and 18 of his crew were set adrift from The Bounty by Fletcher Christian (1764 - 1793) and his fellow mutineers during their voyage from Tahiti to the West Indies in; Bligh and his crew finally ended up in East Timor having survived for 57 days in an open boat; ); The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright
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The print captures a pivotal moment in history, depicting the dramatic scene of the mutiny on HMS Bounty. In this engraving titled ""Officiers et matelots, dit-il d une voix ferme. . . " ("Officers and sailors, " he said in a firm voice. . . "), we witness Captain Bligh at the mercy of the mutineers. The French School artist skillfully portrays the tension and uncertainty that engulfed the ship during this infamous event. In May 1790, Captain William Bligh and 18 crew members were set adrift from The Bounty by Fletcher Christian and his fellow mutineers. This act of rebellion occurred during their voyage from Tahiti to the West Indies. Stranded in an open boat for an astonishing 57 days, Bligh's resilience and leadership eventually led them to safety in East Timor. The image conveys both fear and determination as Bligh addresses his officers and sailors with unwavering resolve. It serves as a testament to his courage amidst chaos, highlighting his struggle against insurmountable odds. This historical artwork is part of Les Revoltés de la Bounty published in 1879, showcasing one of humanity's most captivating tales of survival against all odds. Preserved within a private collection, it stands as a reminder of human nature's capacity for both heroism and betrayal.
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