O Lord O Lord! I can not - I never shall remember?

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O Lord O Lord! I can not - I never shall remember?

O Lord O Lord! I can not - I never shall remember all these cursed conversions, filings, marches, counter marches and wheelings!Watercolour from The Cornwall Militia, a set of ten watercolours, based on regimental characters, artist unknown, 1796.Caricature of Col Rodd preparing for a field day.The originals for the coloured aquatint A Peep into Camp, published bys W Fores, 8 May 1797. Associated with the Wars of the French Revolution, Home Defence (1793-1802). Date: 1796

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- such was the lament of Colonel Rodd as he prepared for a field day with the Cornwall Militia in 1796. This poignant watercolor captures the exhaustion and frustration of a military commander overwhelmed by the complexities of war. The Cornwall Militia, a set of ten watercolors based on regimental characters, depicts Colonel Rodd in the midst of organizing a military drill. Surrounded by maps, papers, and military equipment, his brow furrowed in concentration, he seems to be lost in a sea of "cursed conversions, filings, marches, counter marches, and wheelings." The artist, unknown to us, masterfully conveys the chaos and confusion of military life during the Wars of the French Revolution. The intricate details of the scene, from the folds of Colonel Rodd's uniform to the clutter of papers and supplies, transport us back to this pivotal moment in history. The watercolor, which is a preliminary study for the colored aquatint "A Peep into Camp," published by W. Fores in 1797, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a military commander during a time of war. It is a poignant reminder of the challenges and complexities of military leadership and the human toll of conflict. This beautiful and intricate watercolor, with its rich colors and detailed brushwork, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the unknown artist. It invites us to reflect on the sacrifices and struggles of those who served in the military during this period and to appreciate the importance of their contributions to our history.

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