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An Indian with a flag of truce, in Clayoquot Sound, Vancouver Island, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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An Indian with a flag of truce, in Clayoquot Sound, Vancouver Island, 1864. Creator: Unknown
An Indian with a flag of truce, in Clayoquot Sound, Vancouver Island, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Lieutenant Edward C. Hall....a portrait of the Man Friday, an Indian of Barclay Sound, employed as interpreter by Mr. Hankin (formerly Lieutenant R.N.), who was surveying in these waters with H.M.S. Hecate a few years ago...The frequency of outrages and disorders on this coast is a subject of the more regret, as it is notorious that the white man himself is often to blame when the Indian takes the law into his own hands'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful image captures a moment of tension and diplomacy in Clayoquot Sound, Vancouver Island, in 1864. An Indian man stands proudly with a flag of truce held high, symbolizing his desire for peace amidst the turmoil that often plagued the interactions between Indigenous peoples and white settlers during this time.
The engraving from a sketch by Lieutenant Edward C. Hall provides a glimpse into the complex relationships that existed on the West Coast of Canada in the 19th century. The man depicted is identified as Man Friday, an interpreter employed by Mr. Hankin for surveying purposes with H.M.S. Hecate.
The caption accompanying this print speaks to the unfortunate reality of frequent outrages and disorders on this coast, highlighting how misunderstandings and injustices often led to violent confrontations between Indigenous communities and colonial forces.
Through his stoic expression and confident stance, the Indian with the flag of truce serves as a reminder of both resilience and resistance in the face of adversity. This image is not just a historical artifact but also a poignant reflection on power dynamics, cultural clashes, and efforts towards reconciliation that continue to shape our understanding of Canadian history today.
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