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Rabbit-Shooting near Tunbridge - drawn by Duncan, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Rabbit-Shooting near Tunbridge - drawn by Duncan, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Rabbit-Shooting near Tunbridge - drawn by Duncan, 1850. A squeak is heard, and the nearest sportsman flies to the spot, crying Dead! dead! and presently returns with the prize. This enlivening scene is enacted again and again...the neighbouring hedgerows...are sure to make excellent hides for these nimble animals. Rabbit-shooting in such cover is very pleasant and lively sport, and with such hardy terriers or spaniels as will not only follow them in all their tortuities, however thick or tangled, as the wire-coated will do, the sport is gratifying in the extreme...The gliding of the rabbit is so rapid that it is neccessary either that the gunner have his gun on the cock, or at least that his thumb be on it...thus it is that snap shooters succeed best in rabbit-shooting; the smallest hesitation on the part of the shooter loses this nimble animal, who crosses a path with incredible speed'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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Rabbit-Shooting near Tunbridge: A Thrilling and Nimble Pursuit, as Depicted by Duncan in 1850 This image, drawn by the talented hand of Duncan in 1850, captures the essence of a classic English pastime - rabbit-shooting near the picturesque town of Tunbridge. The scene is alive with excitement and anticipation, as a group of sportsmen, dressed in their finest attire, gather around in pursuit of the elusive rabbit. The moment of triumph is at hand, as a nearby rabbit is startled, and the nearest marksman springs into action. With a triumphant cry of 'Dead! dead!', he returns to the group, proudly displaying his latest catch. The cycle begins anew, as the neighboring hedgerows, with their dense foliage, provide the perfect cover for these agile animals. Rabbit-shooting in such cover is a delightful and lively sport, offering a unique challenge for both the hunter and their trusty terriers or spaniels. These hardy dogs, with their wire-coated frames, are more than up to the task, following the rabbits through the thickets and tangled undergrowth with unwavering determination. The speed at which the rabbit moves makes quick reflexes a necessity for the shooter. With the rabbit's agile leaps and sudden appearances, the smallest hesitation on the part of the gunner could mean the loss of the quarry. It is the snap shooters who truly excel in this nimble pursuit, their guns always at the ready, poised to capture the fleeting moment and secure their prize.
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