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Withdrawal of the British in the Sudan. Anglo-Sudan War. Eng
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Withdrawal of the British in the Sudan. Anglo-Sudan War. Eng
Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener (1850-1916). British officer. Engraving by P. Meaulle. Withdrawal of the British forces in the Sudan. Anglo-Sudan War. The Illustration, 1885. Colored. Date: 20140209
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1850 1885 Administrator Anglo Attack Battlefield Forces Herbert Horatio Kitchener Sudan Withdrawal Meaulle
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This engraving, titled 'Withdrawal of the British Forces in the Sudan' from the year 1885, offers a poignant glimpse into the Anglo-Sudan War, a significant military conflict in the late 19th century. The image, published in The Illustration magazine, was created by the skilled hand of P. Meaulle and brings to life the historic moment of the British withdrawal from the Sudan. At the heart of the scene stands Sir Horatio Herbert Kitchener (1850-1916), the British officer who would later become the 1st Earl Kitchener and a renowned 20th-century administrator. Kitchener's leadership during the Anglo-Sudan War was instrumental in securing a British presence in the region, but the cost was high. The engraving depicts the British forces retreating from the battlefield, their faces etched with exhaustion and determination. The African soldiers, a vital component of the British army during this campaign, can be seen in the background, following their commanders with unwavering loyalty. The Anglo-Sudan War, also known as the Mahdist War, began in 1881 when the Mahdist forces, led by Muhammad Ahmad, launched a series of attacks against the British and Egyptian forces occupying Sudan. The war ended in 1898 with the Battle of Omdurman, where Kitchener's forces decisively defeated the Mahdist army, leading to the eventual withdrawal of British forces from the Sudan in 1885. This image, with its rich colors and intricate details, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of Africa and the British Empire. It stands as a testament to the courage and determination of the soldiers who fought in the Anglo-Sudan War and the leadership of Sir Horatio Herbert Kitchener.
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