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Flight of Europeans from the Mutineers, c1891. Creator: James Grant
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Flight of Europeans from the Mutineers, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Flight of Europeans from the Mutineers, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]
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British India British Raj Cassell Petter Galpin Cassells Illustrated History Of India Elephant Escape Escaping Escort Fleeing Flight Galpin Grant James Howdah Imperialism India Asia James Grant Jungle Mutineer Mutiny Petter And Petter And Galpin The Raj Traveller Travellers British Empire Cassell Hindoostan
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This print titled "Flight of Europeans from the Mutineers, c1891" captures a significant moment in history. Taken by James Grant, this image is featured in his book "Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II". The photograph showcases the chaos and desperation that ensued during the mutiny in 19th century British India. In this scene, we witness a group of European individuals fleeing for their lives on horseback through the dense jungle. They are accompanied by an armed escort, highlighting the danger they face from mutineers who seek to harm them. The presence of an elephant with a howdah further emphasizes their desperate attempt to escape. The composition skillfully portrays the fear and urgency felt by these Europeans as they navigate through unfamiliar terrain. Their determined expressions reflect both their will to survive and their reliance on each other for support. James Grant's illustration serves as a powerful reminder of colonialism's impact on India during this time period. It sheds light on the struggles faced by those caught up in political unrest and highlights themes such as imperialism, lawlessness, and displacement. This historic photograph not only offers us insight into a specific event but also invites us to contemplate broader issues surrounding power dynamics between nations and cultures.
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