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Sketches in the Caroline Islands, disputed between Germany and Spain (engraving)
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Sketches in the Caroline Islands, disputed between Germany and Spain (engraving)
1614213 Sketches in the Caroline Islands, disputed between Germany and Spain (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the Caroline Islands, disputed between Germany and Spain. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 September 1885.
W H J Boot); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23415316
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Caroline Islands Disputed Gateway Pacific Islands Ruined Inclosure Kings House
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This engraving, titled "Sketches in the Caroline Islands, disputed between Germany and Spain" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Created by William Henry James Boot and published in The Illustrated London News on September 5,1885, this print offers a glimpse into the complex territorial disputes that unfolded during that time. The image showcases various scenes from the Caroline Islands, an archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean. We are transported to Chabrol Harbour, where a ruined gateway stands as a testament to past conflicts. The topography of Metalanim Harbour is also depicted, with its ruins serving as reminders of turbulent times. These islands were hotly contested between Germany and Spain during this period. As we examine the details within the print - Ualau, Kusaie, Kings House on Strong's Island (Ponapi) - we witness how European powers vied for control over these remote territories. The engraving not only highlights the physical landscape but also symbolizes larger themes such as colonialism and power struggles among nations. It serves as a visual representation of historical events that shaped both German and Spanish cultures at that time. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of art from their private collection. Through it, we gain insight into an era when distant lands became battlegrounds for imperial ambitions – forever leaving their mark on world history.
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