Poster Print : Evacuation of the Crimea by the Allies, the Ceremony at Ordinance Wharf, Balaclava

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Evacuation of the Crimea by the Allies, the Ceremony at Ordinance Wharf, Balaclava

XJF256392 Evacuation of the Crimea by the Allies, the Ceremony at Ordinance Wharf, Balaclava, from the Illustrated London News, 30 August 1856 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Landells, Robert Thomas (1833-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mary Seacole (1805-81) dressed in plain riding habit in the foreground; Black Florence Nightingale ; cared for troops and published The Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands in 1857; ); British, out of copyright

Media ID 12773093

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Civilians Gathering Jamaican Nurse Officers Pulling Out

18x24 inch Poster Print

Add historical depth to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This captivating piece, "Evacuation of the Crimea by the Allies, the Ceremony at Ordinance Wharf, Balaclava," showcases the Illustrated London News engraving from 1856, documenting a significant moment in history. Witness the ceremony in Balaclava as the Allies bid farewell to their troops during the evacuation of the Crimea. This black and white photograph from Bridgeman Art, XJF256392, is a stunning addition to any history or art enthusiast's collection. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

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This print titled "Evacuation of the Crimea by the Allies, the Ceremony at Ordinance Wharf, Balaclava" takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image showcases a diverse group of individuals gathered on Ordinance Wharf, their faces filled with mixed emotions as they witness the end of a tumultuous era. In the foreground stands Mary Seacole, an extraordinary Jamaican nurse dressed in a plain riding habit. Her presence is both powerful and inspiring, symbolizing resilience and compassion amidst chaos. Known as the Black Florence Nightingale, she dedicated herself to caring for soldiers during this time and later shared her remarkable experiences in her book "The Wonderful Adventures of Mrs. Seacole in Many Lands". Surrounding Mary are soldiers, officers, civilians - all coming together to witness this historic ceremony. Their expressions reveal relief but also sadness for what has been lost during this conflict. The scene captures not only the physical evacuation but also represents hope for a brighter future after years of war and suffering. It serves as a reminder that even in times of turmoil, humanity can come together regardless of race or background. This engraving by Robert Thomas Landells transports us back to 1856 when nations united to bring an end to one chapter while paving the way for new beginnings. It immortalizes an important event that shaped our collective history and celebrates those who selflessly served others during challenging times.

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