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Arms of Precision, 1878. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
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Arms of Precision, 1878. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Arms of Precision, 1878. The setting is a Sham Fight, Aldershot.The Brigade Major is saying to the Officer of Artillery: If you Fire by the Compass due South, at a range of Two Miles, the Enemy must retire! This may be an illustration of complacent acceptance of British military might and the lack of necessity to engage with the enemy and get ones hands dirty. From Punch, or the London Charivari, November 2, 1878
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Arms of Precision, 1878 - A Complacent Acceptance of British Military Might
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. In this print by Charles Samuel Keene, we are transported to the setting of a Sham Fight in Aldershot. The year is 1878, and the scene depicts an intriguing conversation between two military figures amidst a backdrop of soldiers on horseback. The Brigade Major leans towards the Officer of Artillery, pointing confidently towards the compass in his hand. With conviction in his voice, he explains that firing due South at a range of Two Miles will force the enemy to retreat. This exchange seems to symbolize complacency within British military might during this era. Keene's illustration hints at a lackadaisical attitude towards engaging with adversaries directly or getting one's hands dirty. It portrays an air of confidence and superiority as if victory is assured without even having to confront the enemy face-to-face. This thought-provoking image from Punch magazine raises questions about strategy, power dynamics, and notions of invincibility prevalent during that time period. It serves as a reminder that behind every military maneuver lies complex concepts such as pride, arrogance, and perhaps even ignorance. As we delve into this historical engraving by Charles Samuel Keene, it becomes evident how art can shed light on societal attitudes and perceptions surrounding war and conflict in the 19th century.
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