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The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass (engraving)
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The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass (engraving)
1049845 The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass. Illustration for The Graphic, 8 September 1877.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22218646
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bulgaria Fire Woods Firewood Firwood General View Height Kindling Main Road Pass Russian Battery Russian Infantry Russo Turkish War Shipka Pass Support Turkish Infantry Brawl Brawling Fighting Conflict
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The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass - A Glimpse into the Russo-Turkish War
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. This engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, offers a vivid depiction of "The Seven Days Fighting in the Shipka Pass". The artwork, part of a private collection and originally featured in The Graphic on September 8,1877, transports us to this historic battleground. In this scene, we witness the intense clash between Russian and Turkish forces amidst the rugged terrain of Bulgaria's Shipka Pass. The main road winds through towering mountains as both sides fiercely engage in combat. Turkish infantry positions are under heavy fire from Russian batteries strategically placed along the heights. The image captures not only the chaos and violence of battle but also highlights key elements such as support structures like old redoubts and general views of military operations. Thick smoke billows from fires ignited by Turkish shells while Russian guns relentlessly pound their opponents' positions. Amidst this brutal conflict, one cannot help but notice piles of firwood scattered throughout – a reminder that even amid war's fury, soldiers relied on basic necessities like firewood for warmth and sustenance. This engraving serves as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice exhibited during these seven days of fighting. It encapsulates both sides locked in a desperate struggle for control over this strategic pass. Through its detailed portrayal of material realities combined with artistic skill, it brings history alive before our eyes.
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