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Conflicts with the Savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean (engraving)
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Conflicts with the Savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean (engraving)
1098894 Conflicts with the Savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conflicts with the Savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 January 1866.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22208716
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Conflicts Curacoa Landing Marines New Hebrides Pacific Islands Savages Shelling Solomon Islands South Pacific Ocean Vanuatu Island Of Tanna
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The engraving titled "Conflicts with the Savages of the New Hebrides, South Pacific Ocean" takes us back to a tumultuous era in history. Captured by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print depicts a scene of intense conflict and exploration in the remote islands of the South Pacific. Intriguingly detailed, the image showcases a diverse range of elements that make up this narrative. From a landing party on an unknown island to native villages nestled amidst lush topography, every corner tells a story waiting to be unraveled. Sailors from HMS Curacoa can be seen engaged in shelling and battling against fierce resistance from tribesmen defending their fortified caves. The marines navigate treacherous waters as they transport troops between islands using boats and tugboats. This engraving offers us glimpses into various locations like Ysabel, Erromanga, Tanna - all part of what is now known as Vanuatu. It serves as both documentation and testament to encounters between European explorers and indigenous peoples during this time. As we delve deeper into this historical snapshot captured by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, it becomes evident that conflicts were not limited solely to physical clashes but also encompassed clashes of cultures and ideologies. This print invites viewers to reflect upon our shared human history while acknowledging its complexities within Oceania's vast expanse.
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