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Dogs as Riffians during Melillan Campaign
During the Mellilan campaign in Morocco where Spanish troops fought against local Riffian forces, the Riffians dressed up dogs in turbans and burnous and sent them out from point to point in front of the Spanish soldiers. From a distance, the dogs looked very like a man crawling along the ground and tended to draw fire during which time, the Riffians were able to take advantage and shoot at the Spanish. Scenes witnessed by the famous dog trainer Major Edwin Richardson who travelled to the seat of war with an ambulance dog. He described what he had seen to the ILN special artist, H. W. Koekkoek. Date: 1909
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the unique and captivating collection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the intriguing image "Dogs as Riffians during Melillan Campaign." This exquisite design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the Mellilan campaign in Morocco. During this historical conflict, the resourceful Riffian forces dressed their dogs in turbans and burnouses, blending them seamlessly into their ranks. Our greeting cards celebrate this fascinating cultural detail, making for a thoughtful and intriguing gift for history enthusiasts, dog lovers, or anyone with an appreciation for the unusual. Each card is printed on high-quality paper with vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning presentation. Add a touch of history and whimsy to your correspondence with these one-of-a-kind greeting cards.
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.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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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In the heat of the Melillan Campaign in Morocco during 1909, an intriguing and cunning tactic was employed by the Riffian forces against the Spanish troops. As the Spanish soldiers advanced, they were met with an unusual sight: dogs dressed in turbans and burnouses, mimicking the appearance of men crawling along the ground. These canine decoys were sent out from point to point, drawing the Spanish fire. As the soldiers aimed and fired at the 'men' in disguise, the Riffians seized the opportunity to retaliate, taking advantage of the distraction to shoot back. Major Edwin Richardson, a renowned dog trainer, witnessed this extraordinary scene firsthand as he travelled to the front lines with an ambulance dog. The ILN special artist, H.W. Koekkoek, captured Major Richardson's account in this evocative image. The dogs, dressed in traditional Riffian attire, blend seamlessly into the arid landscape, their alert expressions betraying their keen senses and readiness to serve their masters. The Spanish troops, focused on their quarry, remain oblivious to the deception unfolding before them. This ingenious use of animals in warfare during the Melillan Campaign is a testament to the resourcefulness and determination of the Riffian forces. The image stands as a poignant reminder of the unconventional tactics employed in the heat of battle and the enduring bond between man and dog on the battlefield.
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