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CEMETERIES/BALAKLAVA
The cemetery of Crimea War victims on Cathcart's Hill, Balaklava, is visited by Prince Edward and Alexandra and other visitors Date: 1869
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Media ID 32215820
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1869 Alexandra Balaclava Balaklava Cathcart Cemeteries Cemetery Crimea Victims Visited Visitors Cathcarts
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into history with our exquisite selection of greeting cards from Media Storehouse, featuring the hauntingly beautiful image of Balaklava Cemetery from Mary Evans Prints Online. This poignant scene captures a visit by Prince Edward and Alexandra to the Crimea War victims' cemetery on Cathcart's Hill in 1869. Our high-quality cards are the perfect way to express your deepest sentiments, making every message a memorable keepsake. Order now and add a touch of history to your correspondence.
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 hauntingly beautiful print captures the solemnity and reverence of the cemetery of Crimea War victims on Cathcart's Hill in Balaklava, dating back to 1869. The stark rows of gravestones serve as a poignant reminder of the lives lost during this brutal conflict.
In the image, we see Prince Edward and Alexandra paying their respects alongside other visitors, their somber expressions reflecting the gravity of the site. As they stand amidst history, one can almost feel the weight of sorrow that hangs in the air.
The cemetery itself is a testament to both the horrors of war and the resilience of those who fought bravely for their beliefs. Each headstone represents a story cut short, a sacrifice made in service to country and duty.
As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of our own mortality and how fleeting life can be. It serves as a sobering reminder to cherish each moment we have and honor those who came before us.
Through this powerful photograph, we are transported back to a pivotal moment in history, where death was an ever-present reality on Cathcart's Hill. May we never forget those who gave everything for causes greater than themselves.
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