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The Return of the Guards from Egypt (litho)
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The Return of the Guards from Egypt (litho)
1606603 The Return of the Guards from Egypt (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Return of the Guards from Egypt. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 15 October 1898.
H C Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22265146
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Guards Khalifa Mahdist War Omdurman Return Spoils Sympathy
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The Return of the Guards from Egypt
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captures a poignant moment in history, immortalized through the skilled lithography of Henry Charles Seppings Wright. This print takes us back to 1898, when the brave guards returned from their arduous military campaign during the Mahdist War. In this scene, we witness a powerful confrontation between two opposing forces: the victorious guards and their defeated adversaries. The engraving skillfully portrays the clash of emotions on both sides - pride and joy emanate from the returning soldiers as they step onto an arrival platform adorned with spoils of war. Meanwhile, sympathy and defeat are etched upon the faces of those who fought against them. Wright's attention to detail transports us to Omdurman, where this decisive battle took place. We can almost hear echoes of fighting still lingering in the air as these warriors confront each other one last time before parting ways. The tension is palpable; it is a moment frozen in time that encapsulates both triumph and tragedy. As we gaze at this remarkable print, we are reminded not only of historical events but also of humanity's enduring spirit in times of conflict. "The Return of the Guards from Egypt" serves as a testament to courage and sacrifice while inviting us to reflect on our own capacity for resilience amidst adversity.
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