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Poster Print : Prisoners Released, Spanish-American War, June 1898, (1899). Creator: Burr McIntosh
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Prisoners Released, Spanish-American War, June 1898, (1899). Creator: Burr McIntosh
Prisoners Released, Spanish-American War, June 1898, (1899). Troopships at Port Tampa, Florida, USA, preparing to leave for Cuba. The mules and horses coming up the track had just been liberated from the various ships. From " The Little I saw of Cuba" by Burr McIntosh, with photographs by the author. (In 1898, American actor and journalist William Burr McIntosh went to Cuba to cover the Spanish-American War for " Leslies Weekly" as a reporter and photographer). [F. Tennyson Neely, London & New York, 1899]
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print, "Prisoners Released, Spanish-American War, June 1898 (1899)" by Burr McIntosh. This historic image captures the moment of jubilation as prisoners are released following the end of the Spanish-American War. The scene takes place at Port Tampa, Florida, with troopships in the background, ready to depart for Cuba. Add a touch of history to your home or office with this beautifully preserved, authentic poster print from the Media Storehouse collection at Heritage Images.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating print titled "Prisoners Released, Spanish-American War, June 1898" captures a significant moment in history. Taken by the talented Burr McIntosh, an American actor and journalist turned photographer, this image transports us back to Port Tampa, Florida in the late 19th century. Intriguingly framed within the bustling harbor setting are troopships preparing to depart for Cuba. The focal point of the photograph is not the ships themselves but rather a group of mules and horses making their way up a railway track. These animals had just been liberated from various vessels after serving their purpose during the war. McIntosh's lens skillfully captures both human and animal subjects in this powerful composition. A lone man stands on the quayside overseeing the release of these loyal creatures while other men can be seen nearby engaged in conversation or going about their duties. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both sacrifice and liberation during times of conflict. It offers us a glimpse into an era when transportation relied heavily on railways and steamships for military operations. Preserved through time, this historical artifact provides valuable insight into America's involvement in the Spanish-American War. McIntosh's contribution as both reporter and photographer ensures that these moments are forever etched into our collective memory.
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