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The Afghan War, 1879: The Death of Major Wigram Battye in the Battle of Futtehabad
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The Afghan War, 1879: The Death of Major Wigram Battye in the Battle of Futtehabad
The Afghan War, 1879: The Death of Major Wigram Battye in the Battle of Futtehabad, April 2, (1901). British soldier Major Wigram Battye (1842-1879) of the Punjab Frontier Force was shot in the chest and thigh while charging Kugiani tribesmen at the village of Khuja near Futtehabad (or Fatehabad) in Afghanistan. His orderly later reported; I called to Wigram, " You are wounded; you had better stop." Wigram said " Keep quiet", charged, and killed four men before he was killed. From " The Illustrated London News Record of the Glorious Reign of Queen Victoria 1837-1901: The Life and Accession of King Edward VII. and the Life of Queen Alexandra". [London, 1901]
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The Afghan War, 1879 - The Death of Major Wigram Battye in the Battle of Futtehabad
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. This poignant print captures a defining moment in British military history during the Second Afghan War. In the midst of battle, Major Wigram Battye, a valiant soldier from the Punjab Frontier Force, fearlessly charged towards Kugiani tribesmen at the village of Khuja near Futtehabad. However, tragedy struck as he was shot in the chest and thigh. Despite his wounds, Major Battye's determination remained unwavering. His orderly pleaded with him to stop and seek medical attention, but he defiantly replied with a resolute "Keep quiet". Ignoring his injuries, he continued his charge and managed to kill four enemy combatants before succumbing to his own fate. The image portrays not only the bravery and heroism displayed by Major Battye but also highlights the harsh realities faced by soldiers on both sides during this tumultuous conflict. It serves as a somber reminder of lives lost and sacrifices made in pursuit of imperial ambitions. Captured within black-and-white tones by an unknown photographer for "The Illustrated London News" this photograph immortalizes Major Wigram Battye's final moments on that fateful day in April 1879. It stands as a testament to one man's unwavering dedication to duty amidst chaos and showcases the immense toll war takes on individuals caught up in its grip. As we reflect upon this historical event through this haunting image, let us remember those who have fought bravely throughout history while acknowledging that war leaves no victors unscathed.
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