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Fete to Officers of the English and French Forces, and the Greek Army and Navy, in the... 1854. Creator: Unknown
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Fete to Officers of the English and French Forces, and the Greek Army and Navy, in the... 1854. Creator: Unknown
Fete to Officers of the English and French Forces, and the Greek Army and Navy, in the Acropolis at Athens, 1854. Scene during the Crimean War: a banquet for officers of the...Army of Occupation, as well as to those of the men-of-war of the two Powers and of the Austrian vessels...The banquet was given in the interior of the Temple of Minerva, in the Acropolis, and thus borrowed from the locality a grandeur which forcibly struck all the foreigners present..The Fete was attended by General Magnan, and the officers (military and naval) of the French expeditionary force; Colonel Lockyer, K.H. and the officers of H.M. 97th Regiment; and also by the officers of H.M.S. Leander and Wasp, and the Austrian corvette in port: in all, about 350 guests sat down to dinner'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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This photograph, taken in 1854, depicts a Fete or banquet held in the Acropolis of Athens during the Crimean War. The scene unfolds in the ancient Temple of Minerva, which lends an air of grandeur and historical significance to the event. The banquet was attended by officers of the English, French, and Austrian forces, including General Magnan and Colonel Lockyer of the British army, as well as officers from the English ships H.M.S. Leander and Wasp. The interior of the temple, with its intricate architecture and ancient ruins, served as the perfect backdrop for this al fresco dining experience. Approximately 350 guests were in attendance, making for a unique and memorable gathering amidst the rich history and culture of ancient Greece. The photograph, published in the Illustrated London News, offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the fusion of ancient and modern elements, as well as the camaraderie and unity among the soldiers during wartime.
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