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Camp of the 4th Light Dragoons - soldiers quarters
Camp of the 4th Light Dragoons - soldiers quarters. Military camp showing men, huts, and horses. Date 1855
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Crimean Dragoons Quarters Ottoman
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a military camp from Mary Evans Prints Online. Dated 1855, this evocative print showcases the daily life of the 4th Light Dragoons, with soldiers tending to their horses and residing in their huts. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history to your home or office decor with this stunning, Rights Managed fine art print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.7cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative image transports us back in time to the Crimean War in 1855, as we gaze upon the Camp of the 4th Light Dragoons, a temporary military encampment nestled amidst the rugged terrain of the Eastern Crimean Peninsula. The British and French allied forces, united under the banner of the European powers, had established this camp as part of their larger strategy to defend their empires against the Ottoman Empire and Russia, who were vying for control of the region. The soldiers' quarters, depicted in the photograph, are a testament to the harsh living conditions endured by the troops during the campaign. Each hut, constructed from wooden poles and covered with thatch or felt, provides shelter for several men, with makeshift doors and windows offering the only respite from the elements. The soldiers themselves, clad in their distinctive uniforms, can be seen tending to their horses or engaged in various camp activities. The camp is situated near the sea, with the vast expanse of the Black Sea visible in the background. The presence of the water adds a sense of isolation and vulnerability, as the troops were often cut off from their supply lines and faced constant threats from enemy forces. The nearby hills and rugged terrain further emphasize the challenging terrain that the soldiers had to navigate, both during battle and in their daily lives. The 4th Light Dragoons, a renowned cavalry regiment of the British Army, played a crucial role in the Crimean War, participating in several key engagements, including the Battle of Balaklava and the Charge of the Light Brigade. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of these brave soldiers, their horses, and the temporary homes they called their own during their time in the Crimea.
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