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Iron Steamship Nemesis, War Junks in Anson's Bay January 7th 1841, 1843 (aquatint)
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Iron Steamship Nemesis, War Junks in Anson's Bay January 7th 1841, 1843 (aquatint)
7342215 Iron Steamship Nemesis, War Junks in Anson's Bay January 7th 1841, 1843 (aquatint) by Duncan, Edward (1803-82); 41.6x60.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Edward Duncan
A hand-coloured print. The Honourable East India Company iron steam ship Nemesis, Lieutenant W. H. Hall, Royal Navy Commander, with boats of Sulphur, Calliope, Larne and Starling destroying the Chinese war junks, in Anson's Bay, January 7th 1841.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38515676
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The aquatint print of the Iron Steamship Nemesis and War Junks in Anson's Bay on January 7th, 1841 captures a dramatic moment in history. Created by Edward Duncan, this hand-colored print showcases the Honourable East India Company iron steam ship Nemesis under the command of Lieutenant W. H. Hall as it engages with Chinese war junks.
In this intense battle scene, the Nemesis is seen alongside boats from other ships including Sulphur, Calliope, Larne, and Starling as they destroy the enemy vessels in Anson's Bay. The clash between Western technology represented by the steamship and traditional Chinese naval forces is vividly depicted in this artwork.
The explosive confrontation between these two worlds highlights not only the power dynamics at play during that time but also serves as a reminder of the impact of colonialism and imperialism on global history. The destruction and chaos captured in this image symbolize the turbulent period of conflict between nations vying for control over trade routes and territories.
This historical print serves as a visual record of a significant event that shaped maritime history in the 19th century. It stands as a testament to human innovation, military prowess, and cultural clashes that defined an era marked by rapid technological advancements and geopolitical tensions.
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