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The Last Messenger from Gordon (engraving)
1044751 The Last Messenger from Gordon (engraving) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Messenger from Gordon. Illustration for The Graphic, 3 January 1885.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23540800
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Bedouin British Army Cheerfulness Examining Fired General Gordon Gordon Gordon Pasha Intelligence Department Khartoum Messenger Sir Charles Wilson Twenty
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The Last Messenger from Gordon
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captures a pivotal moment in history, frozen in time through the intricate art of engraving. Created by Frederic Villiers, this print takes us back to January 3,1885, when it was first published in The Graphic. In this scene, we witness the intensity and urgency that permeated the British Army's intelligence department during their African campaign. A young messenger named Mr. Vandyke stands at attention as he delivers crucial information to Major Slade. His face reflects both determination and trepidation as he relays news from General Gordon, known as Gordon Pasha. The room is filled with an air of anticipation and anxiety as officers examine maps and discuss strategies around a cluttered table. Sir Charles Wilson listens intently while Bedouin tribesmen observe with curiosity from a distance. Despite the gravity of the situation unfolding in Khartoum, there is also a glimmer of hope present within these walls. Twenty guns stand ready for action against any threat that may arise; they symbolize resilience and determination amidst adversity. Through this remarkable artwork, Bridgeman Images allows us to delve into history's depths and experience firsthand the courage displayed by those involved in this critical chapter. It serves as a poignant reminder of how even in dire circumstances, cheerfulness can be found among individuals united by purpose – just like The Last Messenger from Gordon himself.
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