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White Horse Hill, Chislehurst View from pub window
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White Horse Hill, Chislehurst View from pub window
White Horse Hill, Chislehurst. View from pub window. 21017 Private P. J. Hill, D Company, 20Th Battalion, The County Of London Regiment. Studied At Lambeth School Of Art, St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane. Resided At 6 Amott Road, Peckham Rye, London In 1895
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21017 Amott Battalion Chislehurst Kennington Lambeth Lane Oswalds Peckham Private Regiment Regiments Resided Studied Topographical 1895 Upper
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1. Title: "A Soldier's Gaze: White Horse Hill, Chislehurst - A View from the Past" This evocative image captures the tranquil beauty of White Horse Hill in Chislehurst, as seen through the window of a local pub. The serene landscape, dotted with trees and rolling hills, stands in stark contrast to the wartime background of the early 20th century. The painting is a testament to the artistic talent of 21017 Private P.J. Hill, a soldier from the County of London Regiment's 20th Battalion, who studied at the prestigious Lambeth School of Art in St. Oswalds Place, Upper Kennington Lane. In 1895, Private Hill resided at 6 Amott Road in Peckham Rye, London. As the world prepared for the unimaginable turmoil of World War I, soldiers like Private Hill found solace in the simple pleasures of nature and the comfort of their local haunts. This painting, a topographical masterpiece, serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find beauty amidst the chaos of war. The County of London Regiment, also known as the "Royal Fusiliers," was one of the oldest and most distinguished infantry regiments in the British Army. With a rich history dating back to the late 17th century, the regiment saw action in numerous conflicts, including the First and Second World Wars. This painting, a precious piece of historical art, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to a simpler era, where the beauty of nature and the camaraderie of a local pub provided a much-needed respite for a soldier far from home.
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