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Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell, Scots Guards, Nile Expedition, 1885 (oil on canvas)
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Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell, Scots Guards, Nile Expedition, 1885 (oil on canvas)
5925099 Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell, Scots Guards, Nile Expedition, 1885 (oil on canvas) by Baden-Powell, Francis Frank Smyth (1850-1933); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell, Scots Guards, Nile Expedition, 1885.
Oil on canvas by Frank Smyth Baden-Powell 1885.
Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell (1860-1937) was attached to Camel Corps during the 1st Sudan War (1884-1885). The Camel Corps had been formed for the Gordon Relief Expedition. The Guards detachments of the Corps consisted of 23 officers and 400 men from the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Battalions of the Grenadier Guards, 1st and 2nd Battalions of the Coldstream Guards and the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the Scots Guards.); © National Army Museum
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The captivating portrait captures Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell, a distinguished officer of the Scots Guards, during the Nile Expedition in 1885. Painted by Francis Frank Smyth Baden-Powell, this oil on canvas print showcases the bravery and resilience of a man who served his country with honor. Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell played a crucial role as part of the Camel Corps during the 1st Sudan War. This elite unit was formed specifically for the Gordon Relief Expedition, aiming to provide aid and support in a time of great turmoil. The Guards detachments within the Camel Corps consisted of officers and men from various battalions including Grenadier Guards, Coldstream Guards, and Scots Guards. In this painting, Lieutenant Baden-Powell stands tall with an air of confidence amidst the vast desert landscape. His gaze is steady and determined as he commands respect both from his fellow soldiers and from us as viewers. The presence of a camel beside him symbolizes not only his affiliation with the Camel Corps but also represents endurance and adaptability in harsh conditions. This remarkable artwork serves as a tribute to all those who have selflessly dedicated their lives to serving their nation. It reminds us of their unwavering commitment to duty even in challenging circumstances. Through this portrait, we are transported back in time to witness Lieutenant Frank Baden-Powell's valiant contribution to history – forever immortalized on canvas for generations to come.
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