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The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c. 1910 (litho)
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The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c. 1910 (litho)
IL323224 The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Assaye occurred September 23, 1803 near the village of Assaye in south-central India; It was one of the decisive battles of the Second Anglo-Maratha War; )
Media ID 25182654
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The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry - A Glimpse into the Second Anglo-Maratha War
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. This black and white lithograph, dating back to approximately 1910, transports us to a crucial moment in history - the Battle of Assaye. The illustration, taken from "British Battles on Land and Sea" published by Cassell in London, vividly depicts the intense clash between the British Army's 74th Highlanders and the formidable Maratha Cavalry. In this scene of chaos and bravery, we witness soldiers donned in military uniforms engaging in fierce combat. With guns firing and bayonets at hand, both sides confront each other with unwavering determination. The East India Company's forces find themselves under attack as they fight against an army deeply rooted in Indian culture. The significance of this battle cannot be overstated; it was one of the decisive moments during the Second Anglo-Maratha War. Lord Wellesley himself recognized its importance as he led his troops into this monumental confrontation near Assaye village in south-central India on September 23rd, 1803. Through W. R. S Stott's masterful engraving technique, we are transported back to that fateful day when two worlds collided on a blood-soaked battlefield. This print serves as a testament to the bravery displayed by these soldiers who fought valiantly for their respective causes. As we gaze upon this historical artwork captured within Fine Art Finder's private collection, let us remember those who sacrificed their lives during this tumultuous period of warfare and honor their memory forevermore.
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