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The Indian Frontier Rising, the Burning of a Native Village outside the British Camp at Bagh (litho)
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The Indian Frontier Rising, the Burning of a Native Village outside the British Camp at Bagh (litho)
1615844 The Indian Frontier Rising, the Burning of a Native Village outside the British Camp at Bagh (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Rising, the Burning of a Native Village outside the British Camp at Bagh. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 January 1898.
H C Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23090358
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
British Camp Indian Frontier Rising Military Camps Native Village Pakistan Tirah Campaign Bagh
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This lithograph, titled "The Indian Frontier Rising, the Burning of a Native Village outside the British Camp at Bagh" transports us back to an intense moment in history. Created by Henry Charles Seppings Wright in 1898, this print captures the chaos and destruction that unfolded during the Tirah Campaign. In this scene, we witness a harrowing event as flames engulf a native village situated just outside the British camp at Bagh. The artist's attention to detail allows us to feel the heat of the fire and hear its crackling roar. The billowing smoke creates an eerie atmosphere that hangs heavy over both military camps and civilian homes alike. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the brutal realities faced by indigenous communities caught in conflicts between colonial powers. It sheds light on their displacement and suffering amidst territorial disputes. Wright's skillful engraving technique brings depth and texture to every element within this composition. From soldiers rushing towards safety with weapons drawn to desperate villagers fleeing for their lives, each figure tells a story of fear and desperation. "The Indian Frontier Rising" is not merely an artistic masterpiece; it is also a historical document that invites viewers to reflect upon past injustices while acknowledging our shared responsibility for creating a more inclusive future.
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