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The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula (engraving)
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The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula (engraving)
1041242 The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula. Illustration for The Graphic, 21 November 1885.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22525828
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Balkan Peninsula Balkans Crisis Front Halt Killed Redoubts Russian Soldiers Russo Turkish War Shipka Pass Shipka
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The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula - A Glimpse into History
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. This photo print, titled "The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula" takes us back to a significant moment in time. Created by an anonymous English artist from the 19th century, this engraving captures the intensity and turmoil of the Russo-Turkish War. As we delve into this image, our eyes are immediately drawn to a group of Russian soldiers standing tall amidst a desolate landscape. The redoubts and monuments scattered around them serve as reminders of past battles fought on this very ground. Horses stand still, their presence adding an air of anticipation to the scene. Intriguingly, it is not just war that unfolds before us; there is also a sense of crisis and urgency. The artists' caravan parked nearby suggests that these brave individuals were documenting history as it unfolded. Their dedication to capturing truth through art is commendable. Our gaze then shifts towards Shipka Pass – an old battleground where countless lives were lost. This strategic location played a pivotal role during conflicts in the Balkans throughout history. Here, we witness a temporary halt in action as soldiers regroup and reflect on their next move. "The Crisis in the Balkan Peninsula" serves as both a historical record and an artistic masterpiece. It reminds us of humanity's resilience during times of strife while shedding light on one chapter within Europe's complex tapestry of conflict.
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