The Army Recruits Farewell Departure
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The Army Recruits Farewell Departure
The Army Recruits Farewell Departure.
circa 1840s
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Media ID 14387000
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Crying Departure Farewell Goodbye Leave Leaving Recruit Recruits Sister Unhappy
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The Army Recruits Farewell Departure" is a poignant and evocative image from the 1840s, captured by an unknown photographer and now available through Mary Evans Picture Library. The photograph depicts a group of young army recruits bidding farewell to their loved ones before embarking on their military careers. The scene is filled with a palpable sense of sadness and apprehension, as the recruits embrace their mothers, fathers, sisters, and brothers, and even their faithful dogs, for the last time. In the foreground, a young recruit, dressed in his new military uniform, holds back tears as he hugs his mother. Her face is etched with worry and sorrow as she clings to him, her eyes brimming with unshed tears. Behind them, a father and son exchange a solemn farewell, the father's hand on the recruit's shoulder offering comfort and strength. A sister stands off to the side, her arms wrapped around her crying brother, her own face a mask of sadness and regret. A dog sits at the feet of one of the recruits, its head resting on his boot, its eyes pleading and mournful. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and open fields, the sun casting long shadows across the landscape. The recruits' uniforms and equipment are neatly arranged around them, a testament to their dedication and commitment to their new life in the army. This powerful image captures the raw emotion and heartache of a soldier's farewell departure, a moment that has remained unchanged throughout the centuries. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families, and the enduring bond between them.
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