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Reinforcing the Frontier, the Pet Regiment Mavromichaeli, or "Black Michaels", leaving Athens (engraving)
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Reinforcing the Frontier, the Pet Regiment Mavromichaeli, or "Black Michaels", leaving Athens (engraving)
1062065 Reinforcing the Frontier, the Pet Regiment Mavromichaeli, or " Black Michaels", leaving Athens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reinforcing the Frontier, the Pet Regiment Mavromichaeli, or " Black Michaels", leaving Athens. Illustration for The Graphic, 29 May 1886.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23515142
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Athenians Athens Constitution Frontier Leaving Place Powers Sunday Greece Greek Greeks Reinforcing
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The captivating engraving titled "Reinforcing the Frontier, the Pet Regiment Mavromichaeli, or 'Black Michaels', leaving Athens" takes us back to 19th century Greece. The image showcases a significant moment in history as the renowned Black Michaels regiment departs from Athens to reinforce the country's frontier. The scene is filled with bustling activity and patriotic fervor. A Sunday crowd gathers on the streets of Athens, bidding farewell to these brave soldiers who are about to embark on a crucial mission. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation and pride as men and women wave flags and cheer for their defenders. In this powerful illustration for The Graphic newspaper, we catch a glimpse of modern-day Demosthenes leading his troops through the city. Their military uniforms stand out against the backdrop of ancient Greek architecture, symbolizing both tradition and progress. This historic event holds immense significance not only for Greece but also for Europe at large. As tensions rise between powers across the continent, this reinforcement represents Greece's commitment to protecting its borders and preserving its constitution. Through this print by English School artists, we are transported back in time to witness an important chapter in Greek history unfold before our eyes. It serves as a reminder of bravery, unity, and national identity that resonates even today.
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