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Mounted police constable and aborigine trackers on patrol
Mounted police constable and aborigine trackers starting out on a patrol.
circa 1900s
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Media ID 23095162
© Mary Evans/Pharcide
Aborigine Australian Constable Horseback Mounted Patrol Policeman Policemen Tracker Tracking Trackers
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating selection of greeting cards from the Media Storehouse range. This stunning image, titled "Mounted Police Constable and Aborigine Trackers," captured by Mary Evans/Pharcide from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to the early 1900s. Witness the rich history of Australia's law enforcement as these brave mounted police officers and skilled aborigine trackers embark on a patrol. Add a touch of adventure and nostalgia to your correspondence with this evocative greeting card. Perfect for history enthusiasts, anniversary celebrations, or simply to brighten someone's day, this card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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 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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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, a mounted police constable and a group of Aboriginal trackers prepare to embark on a patrol through the rugged Australian outback. The scene is set against a backdrop of vast, arid landscape, with the sun casting long shadows over the rocky terrain. The mounted constable, a symbol of European authority and law enforcement, sits tall in the saddle, his steely gaze fixed on the horizon. His horse, its coat glistening in the sunlight, appears alert and ready for action. Beside him, a group of Aboriginal trackers, dressed in traditional clothing and adorned with body paint, gather their tracking equipment. Their keen eyes scan the ground, searching for any signs of movement or disturbance. As expert navigators and hunters, they were invaluable assets to the mounted police force in tracking down fugitives and maintaining law and order in remote areas of the continent. The relationship between the mounted police and the Aboriginal community was complex and often fraught with tension. While the police relied on the trackers' knowledge and skills, there was a deep-rooted mistrust and resentment towards the European authorities, who were seen as intruders on Aboriginal land and perpetrators of violence and dispossession. Despite the challenges, this photograph captures a moment of unity and cooperation between the two groups, as they work together to ensure the safety and security of the community. It is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural diversity and complex history of Australia, and the enduring importance of respect and understanding between different peoples.
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