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Lieutenant Harley, at the head of forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris
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Lieutenant Harley, at the head of forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris
STC397091 Lieutenant Harley, at the head of forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris, rushed the house over the mouth of the mine, illustration from Battles of the Nineteenth Century by Archibald Forbes, G.A. Henty and Major Arthur Griffiths (litho) by Groome, William Henry Charles (1881-1914); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chitral, 1895; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22377330
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
British Army Chitral Expedition Kashmir Sikh Summer House
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The captivating print titled "Lieutenant Harley, at the head of forty Sikhs and sixty Kashmiris" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image showcases an intense scene during the Chitral Expedition of 1895, where Lieutenant Harley fearlessly leads his troops towards a summer house over the mouth of a mine. In this illustration from Battles of the Nineteenth Century by Archibald Forbes, G. A. Henty, and Major Arthur Griffiths, we witness the bravery and determination etched on each soldier's face as they prepare for battle. The composition captures their unity and unwavering spirit amidst adversity. The clash between British forces and local tribesmen is palpable in this historic snapshot. As Lieutenant Harley stands tall at the forefront with his Sikh and Kashmiri comrades behind him, it symbolizes their collective strength against all odds. This visual narrative transports us to that fateful day in Chitral when these soldiers confronted danger head-on. Through William Henry Charles Groome's lithographic technique, every intricate detail comes alive - from the soldiers' uniforms to the fort looming in the background. It serves as a reminder of not only their valiant fight but also highlights cultural diversity within military ranks. This powerful engraving immortalizes an extraordinary moment when heroism prevailed over adversity. It pays homage to those who fought courageously during one of history's lesser-known battles – reminding us that even amidst chaos and conflict, humanity can unite for a common cause.
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