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First View of Magdala, 1868 (w / c)
5929551 First View of Magdala, 1868 (w/c) by James, Francis (Frank) Cornelius (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: First View of Magdala, 1868.
Watercolour by Captain Cornelius Francis James, Bombay Staff Corps, 1868.
After his diplomatic overtures to the British for help against his Moslem enemies had been ignored (including a letter to Queen Victoria), King Theodore of Ethiopia imprisoned the British Consul, Captain Charles Cameron, along with several missionaries and other civilians. Lieutenant-General Sir Robert (later Field Marshal Lord) Napiers expeditionary force was subsequently despatched and advanced over 400 miles (640 km) of difficult country to the capital, Magdala, near to which the decisive actions of the campaign were fought in April 1868.
On 9 April, the British repelled a massive attack by the ill-equipped Abyssinians, then routed the defending forces in just two hours the following day. British casualties were two killed and 18 wounded, while the Ethiopians lost 700 killed and 1, 400 wounded. The king released his hostages, but opted to commit suicide rather than be captured.); © National Army Museum
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The captivating print titled "First View of Magdala, 1868" by Francis Cornelius James takes us back to a significant moment in history. The watercolor painting depicts the capital city of Magdala in Ethiopia during a crucial period of conflict and diplomacy. In 1868, King Theodore of Ethiopia sought assistance from the British against his Muslim adversaries but was met with indifference. Frustrated by this lack of support, he imprisoned British Consul Captain Charles Cameron along with missionaries and civilians. In response, Lieutenant-General Sir Robert Napier led an expeditionary force over arduous terrain to Magdala. The artwork captures the awe-inspiring landscape surrounding Magdala as seen for the first time by Captain James and his fellow soldiers. The vibrant colors bring to life the rugged mountains and vast plains that served as a backdrop for the decisive actions that unfolded during April 1868. On April 9th, a massive attack by ill-equipped Abyssinians was repelled by the British forces stationed at Magdala. The following day witnessed a swift rout of defending troops within just two hours. Despite minimal casualties on the British side, with only two killed and eighteen wounded, Ethiopian losses were staggering –700 killed and 1,400 wounded. Ultimately, King Theodore released his hostages but chose to take his own life rather than face capture. This poignant image serves as a reminder of both triumphs and tragedies that occurred during this historic campaign. This remarkable print is held within London's National Army Museum collection and offers viewers an opportunity to reflect upon these events through Captain James' artistic lens.
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