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The Nile Expedition, En Route to Dongola with the Guards Camel Corps, a Halt at Akasheh (engraving)
1590899 The Nile Expedition, En Route to Dongola with the Guards Camel Corps, a Halt at Akasheh (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nile Expedition, En Route to Dongola with the Guards Camel Corps, a Halt at Akasheh. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 January 1885.
W H Overend); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23397786
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Akasheh Dongola En Route Halt Military Camps Nile Expedition Sudan
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse. This enchanting card features an engraving of "The Nile Expedition, En Route to Dongola with the Guards Camel Corps, a Halt at Akasheh," captured by the skilled hand of William Heysham Overend (after). The intricate detail of the image transports you to the heart of a historic moment, as the Guards Camel Corps make a pause during their expedition along the Nile River. Add a touch of history and elegance to your correspondence with this beautifully detailed greeting card from Media Storehouse.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving titled "The Nile Expedition, En Route to Dongola with the Guards Camel Corps, a Halt at Akasheh" takes us back in time to the year 1885. The artist, William Heysham Overend, beautifully captures a moment during the historic Nile Expedition. In this scene, we find ourselves amidst a military camp set against the backdrop of Akasheh. The Guards Camel Corps can be seen taking a well-deserved break from their arduous journey en route to Dongola. The soldiers and their camels rest under the shade of palm trees as they prepare for what lies ahead. Overend's attention to detail transports us into this historical event. We can almost feel the scorching sun on our skin and hear whispers of anticipation among these brave men. Their uniforms reflect both discipline and resilience as they navigate through unfamiliar terrain. "The Nile Expedition" serves as an illustration for The Illustrated London News, offering readers an immersive glimpse into this significant moment in history. It reminds us of the courage and determination exhibited by those who embarked on perilous journeys in service of exploration and conquest. As we gaze upon this print today, it is impossible not to marvel at how far we have come since then while also appreciating the sacrifices made by those who came before us.
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