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The Denshawai incident: a culprit at the triangle
Photo showing the fireman who laid on the lash on the left side of the culprit. Date: 1906
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Experience the rich history of yesteryears with our exclusive range of Media Storehouse Greeting Cards. This captivating design features the iconic image of 'The Denshawai Incident: A Culprit at the Triangle,' captured in 1906. Witness the intense moment as a fireman lays on the lash on the left side of the culprit, immortalized in this powerful photograph from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your correspondence with our vintage greeting cards. Perfect for anniversaries, milestone birthdays, or simply to brighten someone's day, these cards are sure to leave a lasting impression. Order yours today and step back in time!
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")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Denshawai Incident: A Moment of Colonial Tension in Egypt, 1906 This powerful photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Denshawai incident, an episode of colonial tension that unfolded in Egypt in 1906. The image shows a fireman, identified on the left side of the culprit, applying a lash to a local Egyptian man. The incident took place in the village of Denshawai, located in the Nile Delta region, and was triggered by a dispute between the local farmers and British colonial officials over the collection of taxes and the treatment of their livestock. The situation escalated when the farmers, led by Sheikh Ibrahim Abd al-Hadi, refused to pay the taxes and protested against the British authorities. In response, the British military intervened, resulting in clashes between the two sides. The incident gained international attention, with many criticizing the heavy-handed response of the British colonial administration. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complexities of colonial rule in Egypt during this period. It underscores the deep-seated tensions between the colonial authorities and the local population, as well as the use of force to maintain control. The image also highlights the role of individual actors, such as the fireman in this case, in enforcing colonial policies and maintaining order. The Denshawai incident is an important chapter in the history of colonialism in Africa, shedding light on the challenges and conflicts that arose as European powers sought to expand their empires and assert their dominance over local populations. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often fraught relationships that existed between colonial powers and the colonized, and the lasting impact of colonialism on the modern world.
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