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White Horse Hotel, Chislehurst
White Horse Hotel, Chislehurst. View from window at the back of a man ploughing a field with three horses. 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 Equestrian Kennington Lambeth Lane Oswalds Peckham Ploughing Private Regiment Regiments Resided Studied Topographical 1895 Upper
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This evocative image captures the tranquility of rural life in Chislehurst, Kent, as seen through the window of the White Horse Hotel. The scene depicts a man skillfully ploughing a field with the help of three powerful horses. The year is 1895, and the man in the photograph is 21017 Private P.J. Hill, a soldier from D Company of the 20th Battalion of the County of London Regiment. Although he served in the military during the early years of the 20th century, this photograph predates the First World War. Private Hill's artistic side is revealed in the caption, as it mentions his studies at the Lambeth School of Art, located in St. Oswald's Place, Upper Kennington Lane. When not on military duty, he resided at 6 Amott Road in Peckham Rye, London. The topographical painting style of the photograph, with its focus on the natural beauty of the countryside and the historical significance of the White Horse Hotel, adds to its charm. The equestrian theme, with the man and his horses working in harmony, further emphasizes the connection between man and nature. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the life of a soldier and artist who lived over a century ago. The White Horse Hotel, still standing today, continues to be a landmark in Chislehurst, offering visitors a chance to experience the rich history and charm of this picturesque town.
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