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Sergeant in the Paraguayan War
Sergeant Gonzales, a soldier in the Paraguayan War in 1865, stands at rest dressed in a military shirt and plaid long loincloth. Date: 1865
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1865 Alliance Argentina Brazil Dressed Gonzales Loincloth Paraguay Paraguayan Plaid Rest Sergeant Shirt Stands Triple Uruguay
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Sergeant Gonzales poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This authentic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of the Paraguayan War in 1865. Depicting a sergeant in military attire, with a military shirt and plaid long loincloth, this poster is an intriguing glimpse into the past. Add this historic print to your wall for a touch of adventure and military history.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.9cm x 84.6cm (20" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Sergeant Gonzales: A Soldier's Rest in the Paraguayan War (1865) This evocative image captures the weary yet determined gaze of Sergeant Gonzales, a soldier in the Paraguayan Army during the pivotal Paraguayan War of 1865. The triple alliance between Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, aimed at containing the expanding Paraguayan empire, resulted in a prolonged and devastating conflict that lasted from 1864 to 1870. Sergeant Gonzales stands at rest, dressed in a military shirt and a plaid long loincloth, embodying the rugged resilience of the Paraguayan soldiers. The war-torn landscape, with its barren terrain and desolate surroundings, underscores the harsh realities of the battlefield. The sergeant's posture, with his hands resting on his hips and his gaze fixed in the distance, suggests a moment of quiet reflection amidst the chaos of war. The Paraguayan War was marked by brutal fighting and immense loss, with estimates suggesting that up to 80% of the Paraguayan population perished during the conflict. This powerful photograph offers a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, as well as the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who fought in it. The exact location and circumstances of this photograph are unknown, but it serves as a testament to the sacrifices made by soldiers like Sergeant Gonzales during the Paraguayan War. This image, captured in 1865, is a poignant and enduring reminder of a significant moment in South American history.
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