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Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854. Creator: Smyth
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Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854. Creator: Smyth
Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854. Cannons are fired in London to celebrate the Russian defeat in the Crimean War. "The Park Guns" were fired from the Parade-ground...By direction of Lord Hardinge, twenty-five guns were fired in St. James's-park; and, as the Horse Guards clock commenced striking the hour of six [am], the first report was heard over the metropolis. Dark, foggy, and cold as London was at that hour, hundreds of people left their comfortable homes and wended their way to the Park; some in the expectation of hearing fresh news, others to communicate what they knew, to comment on the past, and speculate on the future. The precise reason why the guns were fired in the Park was to acknowledge the official communications received by the Commander-in-Chief from the Government'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854
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is a captivating photograph taken by Smyth, depicting an historic moment in London's history. The image captures the excitement and anticipation in the air as twenty-five cannons are prepared to be fired in St. James's Park to celebrate the Russian defeat in the Crimean War. The scene is set against the backdrop of a dark, foggy, and cold London morning, with hundreds of people gathered in the park, eager to hear the latest news or share their own. Lord Hardinge, the Commander-in-Chief, gave the order for the guns to be fired, marking the official acknowledgement of the victory. The photograph captures the essence of the occasion with soldiers in their bearskins and colorful uniforms, horses and carriages, and the ominous presence of the large cannons. The image is a snapshot of a bygone era, showcasing the grandeur and pageantry of the British military and the excitement of a people celebrating a hard-won victory. The photograph is a testament to the historical significance of the event and the importance of communication in spreading news and uniting a community. It also highlights the fashion of the time, with the soldiers' bearskin hats and colorful uniforms, and the elegant clothing of the civilians. Overall, "Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854" is a fascinating glimpse into London's past and a reminder of the power of community and celebration in times of triumph.
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