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The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March (engraving)
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The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March (engraving)
1061980 The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March. Illustration for The Graphic, 1 May 1886.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22634392
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Adventures Asleep Battalion Bids Charming Corps Dormant Doze Falling Asleep Farewell Gentlemen Holds Little Marches Morning Napping Page Pockets Rest Resting Sleep Whisper Appreciative Billeted Retires The Woman Topics
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This engraving titled "The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March" takes us back to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the humorous and eventful life of military men during their marches. The scene unfolds in the early morning hours as the battalion bids farewell to Rookscaw Grange, their temporary billet. As Lieutenant Greene holds court at the dining table, surrounded by appreciative gentlemen and charming ladies, our volunteer subaltern finds himself obliged to inquire about some pressing topics. In this delightful moment frozen in time, we witness our protagonist whispering music-related inquiries into the ear of an elegant woman who rests her head upon her hands. It seems that after a night filled with merriment and laughter, fatigue has finally caught up with her. She succumbs to sleep's gentle embrace while still seated at the table. As she dozes off peacefully, other women around her follow suit – their feminine forms scattered across chairs and benches alike. This enchanting sight captures both vulnerability and strength as these ladies find solace in much-needed rest amidst their adventurous journey. "The Adventures of a Volunteer Subaltern on the Easter March" transports us to an era where camaraderie was forged through shared experiences like these – moments when even soldiers could appreciate beauty and find respite from duty's demands. This print serves as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even amidst chaos, there is always room for peaceful slumber.
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