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The Benin expedition
The Benin expedition- in quest of water: On the morning after the occupation of Benin three hundred water-carriers, with the seamen and marines of the Theseus and two companies of Houssas, went in search of water. After descending a gorge with banks two hundred feet high, they reached the Ikpobar Creek. Date: 1897
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1897 Benin Carriers Hundred Marines Morning Occupation Quest Seamen
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the historic adventure of the Benin Expedition with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the scene on the morning after the occupation of Benin, with three hundred water-carriers and the seamen and marines of the Theseus and two companies of Houssas in quest of water. Our Metal Prints are not just beautiful home decor, they are a testament to history, bringing this intriguing moment in time right into your living space. With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, each print is meticulously crafted to provide a premium, museum-quality finish. Elevate your interior design and transport yourself back in time with a Media Storehouse Metal Print of The Benin Expedition.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: In Quest of Water: The Benin Expedition, 1897 2.. The morning after the British occupation of Benin City in Nigeria, three hundred water-carriers, accompanied by the seamen and marines of HMS Theseus and two companies of Houssa soldiers, embarked on a quest for water. The successful capture of Benin, the ancient capital of the Edo people, had taken place on February 18, 1897. The British, led by Colonel Frederick Jackson, had entered the city following a prolonged siege, during which the residents had put up fierce resistance. With the occupation complete, the British forces faced a new challenge: securing a reliable water source for their growing camp. Descending a steep gorge with cliffs towering two hundred feet high, the group reached Ikpobar Creek, their destination. The creek, located near modern-day Benin City, provided the much-needed water for the British troops and their allies. This photograph, taken in 1897, captures a pivotal moment during the Benin Expedition. The image shows the determined group of water-carriers, seamen, marines, and Houssa soldiers making their way to the creek, their efforts symbolizing the challenges and necessities of maintaining a military presence in a new and unfamiliar environment. The 1890s marked a significant period of British colonial expansion in West Africa, and the Benin Expedition stands as a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of those who participated in these historic events.
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