The War in the Herzegovina: insurgents surprising a Turkish convoy...1876. Creator: Unknown

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The War in the Herzegovina: insurgents surprising a Turkish convoy...1876. Creator: Unknown

The War in the Herzegovina: insurgents surprising a Turkish convoy, from a sketch by our special artist, 1877. It is considered worthy of remark that the insurgent bands were able to hold their position in a level country, and upon the road which was absolutely necessary to the existence of the Turkish army. They held it for two weeks against that army, which had gone into winter quarters within ten miles of the insurgent positions. It was necessary to concentrate all the available Turkish forces in the province to drive 2000 insurgents off that road - ill-provided, ill-armed, ill-organised men, only disciplined by continual combat. Such was the Herzegovinian band opposed to an army which various statements put at a figure between 6000 and 8000, with a crowd of irregulars, eight guns, and half a dozen pashas'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876

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Balkans Bosnia Bosnia And Herzegovina Bosnian Capture Capturing Convoy Fight Hercegovina Herzegovina Herzegovina Uprising Horseman Horsemen Insurgent Insurgents Militia Militiaman Militiamen Mountainous Ottoman Empire Riders Supplies Supply Line Uprising Armed Services

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This print depicts a pivotal moment during the Herzegovina Uprising of 1876, as insurgents surprise a Turkish convoy on an essential road in the level, mountainous terrain of Herzegovina. The insurgents, numbering around 2000, held their ground against the Turkish army, estimated to be between 6000 and 8000 strong, for two weeks. Despite their lack of resources and organization, these brave men managed to disrupt the Turkish supply line and inflict significant damage on their enemy. The scene in this print is taken from a sketch by a special artist for the Illustrated London News, showcasing the raw power and determination of the insurgents as they charge towards the unsuspecting Turkish convoy. Horses and riders charge forward, weapons at the ready, while the Turkish soldiers appear caught off guard, their convoy disorganized and vulnerable. This print offers a glimpse into the geographical challenges of the region, with its mountainous terrain and rugged landscape, which proved to be a significant advantage for the insurgents. The print also highlights the stark contrast between the two sides, with the insurgents appearing as determined and disciplined fighters, while the Turkish army, with its pashas and guns, appears more traditional and organized. The Herzegovinian uprising was a significant moment in the history of the Ottoman Empire, as it marked the beginning of the end of Ottoman rule in the Balkans. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and resilience of the insurgents, who were able to hold their ground against a much larger and better-equipped enemy.

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