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How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth, a Reminiscence of the Last Century (engraving)
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How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth, a Reminiscence of the Last Century (engraving)
1060849 How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth, a Reminiscence of the Last Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth, a Reminiscence of the Last Century. Illustration for The Graphic, 24 June 1882.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22213518
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How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth, a Reminiscence of the Last Century
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is a captivating engraving that takes us back to the 19th century. This humorous and conscious piece of art captures a domestic scene in an orderly room where military recruitment is taking place. In this comical portrayal, we see a disheveled young man who has just arrived at the headquarters to join the Hundred-and-Fiftieth regiment. His appearance suggests he may have had a dissipated night before his departure. As he is introduced to his fellow soldiers, including Colonel George and his cousin Louisa, it becomes clear that joining this military unit might not be as straightforward as expected. The artist skillfully depicts the chaotic atmosphere in the room as our protagonist tries to fit into his new uniform while attempting to dine with elegance. However, everything seems to go wrong for him - from spilling food on himself to accidentally poking someone with Fitz Bayonet. This lighthearted illustration offers us a glimpse into how military recruitment was carried out during that era. It reminds us that even serious matters like joining the army could be filled with amusing mishaps and unexpected encounters. Through its clever storytelling and attention to detail, "How I joined the Hundred-and-Fiftieth" transports us back in time and invites us to reflect on how different life was in London during the last century.
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