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Crushed by Rolling Stones, Mown Down by Volleys of Musket-Shot The Men Fell In Hundreds, 1908, (c1 Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
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Crushed by Rolling Stones, Mown Down by Volleys of Musket-Shot The Men Fell In Hundreds, 1908, (c1 Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
Crushed by Rolling Stones, Mown Down by Volleys of Musket-Shot The Men Fell In Hundreds, 1908, (c1920). The First Afghan War 1839-1842, ended with an Afghan victory and a decimated British Army. On the long treat from Kabul, many exhausted soldiers perished, crushed by rolling stones and musket-shot fired by Afghan hill tribes hidden in the hills and valleys. From Our Empire Story, by H. E. Marshall [Thomas Nelson And Sons, London, c1920]
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The print titled "Crushed by Rolling Stones, Mown Down by Volleys of Musket-Shot The Men Fell In Hundreds, 1908" captures a haunting moment from the First Afghan War (1839-1842). British soldiers, weary and depleted after their defeat, are depicted on a treacherous journey from Kabul. This image serves as a grim reminder of the perils faced by these men as they traversed through hostile terrain. In this scene, we witness the devastating consequences of an ambush launched by Afghan hill tribes. The hills and valleys conceal hidden assailants armed with muskets who rain down volleys of gunfire upon the unsuspecting British troops. As if that were not enough, massive rolling stones add to their plight, crushing soldiers under their weight. The photograph's composition emphasizes the ruggedness of the mountainous landscape against which this tragedy unfolds. It showcases both the bravery and vulnerability of these colonial forces engaged in battle far away from home. Taken in 1908 but reflecting events from decades earlier, this poignant image is part of Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton's collection featured in H. E. Marshall's book "Our Empire Story". Through his artistry and attention to detail, Skelton brings history to life while highlighting Britain's imperial ambitions during that era. This print serves as a visual testament to the sacrifices made during war and invites contemplation on themes such as warfare tactics, geographical challenges faced by armies, and ultimately reminds us of humanity's resilience amidst adversity.
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