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Chatham Siege Operations, Explosion of Mines under the Medway (engraving)
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Chatham Siege Operations, Explosion of Mines under the Medway (engraving)
1626124 Chatham Siege Operations, Explosion of Mines under the Medway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chatham Siege Operations, Explosion of Mines under the Medway. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 November 1871.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23561634
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This engraving, titled "Chatham Siege Operations, Explosion of Mines under the Medway" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 19th century, this print captures the intensity and drama of a military operation. The scene depicted is that of an explosive event during the Chatham Siege Operations. The mines beneath the Medway River in Kent have been detonated, causing a powerful eruption that sends shockwaves through the air. The sheer force of this explosion is evident from the billowing smoke and debris scattered across the landscape. As we gaze at this historical artwork, we are transported to a time when conflicts were fought with different tactics and technologies. It serves as a reminder of how warfare has evolved over centuries. Originally published as an illustration for The Illustrated London News on November 11th, 1871, this engraving offers us a glimpse into one specific moment within a larger narrative. Its inclusion in private collections speaks to its artistic value and historical significance. Through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, we can now appreciate this remarkable piece from Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection. As we examine every detail captured by these skilled artists' hands, we are reminded of both the destructive power of war and humanity's ability to document such events through artistry.
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