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Sir William Howard Russell
Sir William Howard Russell (1820-1907), Journalist. Noted correspondent of The Times
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Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.2cm x 23.7cm (6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the distinguished visage of Sir William Howard Russell (1820-1907), a pioneering journalist and war correspondent whose reports brought the realities of conflict to a global audience. Russell is best known for his coverage of the Crimean War (1853-1856) for The Times of London, where his dispatches exposed the appalling conditions endured by British soldiers and led to significant reforms. Born in Dublin, Ireland, Russell began his journalistic career in 1841, working for various publications in London. In 1853, he was appointed as The Times' special correspondent to the Eastern Question, a complex geopolitical issue involving the Ottoman Empire and Russia. As the situation escalated into the Crimean War, Russell's reports from the front lines provided unparalleled insight into the harsh realities of war, including the infamous Charge of the Light Brigade. Russell's dispatches were notable for their objectivity, detail, and humanity, contrasting with the sensationalist and often inaccurate reporting of the time. His reports helped to shape public opinion and led to significant reforms, including the establishment of the Sanitary Commission and improvements in military logistics. After the Crimean War, Russell continued to report on major conflicts, including the Indian Mutiny and the American Civil War. He was knighted in 1857 for his services to journalism, becoming Sir William Howard Russell. This photograph, taken later in life, captures the wisdom and gravitas of a man who had borne witness to history and helped to shape its narrative.
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