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The hero of Lucknow, 1858
1575300 The hero of Lucknow, 1858; (add.info.: The hero of Lucknow, presented to the "Albion" subscribers, New York, 1859, drawn and engraved by A.H. Ritchie 1822-1895 dated 1859. Sir Henry Havelock, full-length portrait, sitting, facing right, wearing dress uniform and holding a quill pen at a desk in a tent in Lucknow, India, during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Havelock defended the British position, but died of dysentery before completing the battle at Lucknow. The British re-took Lucknow from the Indians in 1858.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38451422
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1850s Desk Drawn Lucknow Mutiny Quill Pen Sir Henry Havelock Stipple Engraving
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The hero of Lucknow, Sir Henry Havelock, is immortalized in this stunning portrait from 1858. The image captures the brave and determined spirit of a man who defended the British position during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Sitting at a desk in a tent in Lucknow, India, Havelock is depicted wearing his dress uniform and holding a quill pen - symbols of his leadership and dedication to duty.
Despite facing great adversity, Havelock never wavered in his commitment to protecting his fellow countrymen. His heroic efforts during the battle at Lucknow are remembered with reverence and admiration. Tragically, he succumbed to dysentery before completing the mission, but his legacy lives on as a symbol of courage and sacrifice.
This print serves as a powerful reminder of the bravery displayed by individuals like Sir Henry Havelock in times of crisis. It captures not only a historical moment but also an enduring sense of honor and duty that transcends time and place. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by those who came before us - their stories etched into history for future generations to remember and honor.
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