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The last photograph of Lord Kitchener, from The Illustrated War News
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The last photograph of Lord Kitchener, from The Illustrated War News
STC407121 The last photograph of Lord Kitchener, from The Illustrated War News, 14th June 1916 (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Kitcheners last London appearance: going to meet MPs at Westminster on 2nd June 1916; Rt Hon Horatio Herbert Kitchener (1850-1916), Secretary of State for War; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23251900
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
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The Last Glimpse of Lord Kitchener - A Symbol of Sacrifice and Leadership
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. This sepia-toned photograph captures a poignant moment in history, depicting the last known image of Lord Kitchener, taken by an English photographer in 1916. Lord Horatio Herbert Kitchener, renowned as the Secretary of State for War during World War I, is seen here on his way to meet Members of Parliament at Westminster. The image portrays a man who exudes authority and determination, despite the weighty responsibilities he carried during one of humanity's darkest hours. Clutching a walking stick firmly in hand, Lord Kitchener strides purposefully forward with an air of stoicism that belies the immense pressures he faced. Surrounded by policemen and well-wishers bidding him farewell outside the War Office, this photograph encapsulates both the magnitude and personal tolls exacted by war. It serves as a stark reminder that even those in positions of power were not immune to its devastating effects. Lord Kitchener's tragic fate would be sealed just days after this picture was taken when his ship sank off Orkney Islands due to striking a German mine. His untimely demise further solidified his status as an iconic figure whose loss reverberated throughout Britain and beyond. As we gaze upon this historical relic today, let us remember Lord Kitchener not only for his unwavering commitment to duty but also as a symbol of sacrifice and leadership amidst tumultuous times.
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