Roll Call Collection
"Echoes of the Past: Unveiling the Roll Call Rituals through Time" Step back in time to the Regency era, as we witness the muster roll call of boys at Eton Public School
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"Echoes of the Past: Unveiling the Roll Call Rituals through Time" Step back in time to the Regency era, as we witness the muster roll call of boys at Eton Public School. The handcoloured copperplate drawing by Robert Cruikshank captures this historical moment, where Etonians answer their morning muster rolls. Fast forward to 1918, amidst the chaos of World War I. The Red Cross Christmas Roll Call beckons for support and solidarity during these trying times. A vibrant colour lithograph from that period showcases the urgency and importance of answering this call. Venturing into British Burmah, a captivating engraving depicts volunteers journeying with the Moulmein Rifles to Insein. Their names are called upon as they bravely step up to serve their country. In a chilling portrayal from 1794, "The Call of the last victims of Terror" sheds light on an ominous roll call during one of history's darkest periods – Thermidor Year This haunting image serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for both courage and cruelty. Traveling further across continents, an engraving titled "The Volunteers for Bechuanaland" reveals another roll-call scene filled with determination and unity amongst those ready to protect their land. Returning once more to 1918, a vivid colour lithograph illustrates the Third Red Cross Roll Call. With its vibrant hues and poignant message, it urges individuals far and wide to join forces in supporting those affected by war's devastation. Before modern warfare took hold, oil paintings capture moments such as "Roll-call during maneuvers. " These artworks transport us back before 1894 when soldiers stood tall while being accounted for during military exercises - showcasing discipline amidst preparation for battle. Shifting gears towards urban life in early twentieth-century New York City comes "The Street Cleaners' Roll Call. " This powerful photograph freezes time as workers gather together before embarking on their daily mission to keep the city clean.