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A Meeting of the Commanders-in-Chief of the Army in India (engraving)
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A Meeting of the Commanders-in-Chief of the Army in India (engraving)
1061633 A Meeting of the Commanders-in-Chief of the Army in India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Meeting of the Commanders-in-Chief of the Army in India. Illustration for The Graphic, 24 May 1884.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22525120
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Baronet Bath Bombay Bombay Presidency Chief City Of Bombay Commanders Companion East Indies Equerry Indian Empire Knight Grand Cross Madras Presidency Mumbai Order Victoria Cross Inida
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A Meeting of the Commanders-in-Chief of the Army in India
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captures a significant moment in 19th-century history. This engraving, created by an English School artist and held in a private collection, showcases the gathering of distinguished military leaders who played pivotal roles in shaping British rule over India. The image portrays a scene filled with power and authority as notable figures such as General The Honourable Arthur Edward Hardinge, General Sir Donald Martin Stewart, and Lieutenant General Sir Fredericks Roberts convene to discuss matters concerning the Indian Empire. Their impressive titles - Knight Grand Cross, Victoria Cross recipients, and esteemed commanders - symbolize their influence within the army. Against a backdrop of colonial architecture reminiscent of Mumbai's Bombay Presidency era, this print offers insight into the political landscape during that time. It highlights not only military prowess but also diplomatic relations between Britain and its Asian territories. The presence of Queen Victoria is subtly hinted at through an equerry representing her interests. This emphasizes how decisions made during these meetings had far-reaching consequences for both Indian culture and British dominance in Asia. As we admire this historical artwork from Fine Art Finder's Bridgeman Images collection, it serves as a reminder of the complex dynamics that shaped India under British rule. The meeting depicted here represents more than just an assembly; it signifies control over vast armed forces deployed across various regions within India's diverse landscape.
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