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Explosives. Colonel Vivian Dering Majendie (1836-1898), Chief Inspector of Explosives
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Date: 28th March 2014
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Explosives. Colonel Vivian Dering Majendie (1836-1898), Chief Inspector of Explosives
Explosives. Colonel Vivian Dering Majendie (1836-1898), Chief Inspector of Explosives. British soldier who served with the Royal Artillery at Sebastopol during the Crimean War, and at Lucknow. His field was exploisves and he was one of the first bomb disposal experts. He is holding and explosive device. Cartoon by Spy, pseudonym of Leslie Ward (1851-1922) British painter and caricaturist, from Vanity Fair. (London, 23 April 1892). Chromolithograph
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1851 1922 1892 April Artillery Bomb Caricaturist Cartoon Chief Chromolithograph Colonel Crimean Device Disposal Explosive Explosives Fair Field Inspector Leslie Painter Pseudonym Royal Sebastopol Served Soldier Vanity Ward Experts Lucknow Vivian
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the late 19th century and introduced to Colonel Vivian Dering Majendie, a remarkable British soldier who dedicated his life to the field of explosives. As Chief Inspector of Explosives, he was at the forefront of bomb disposal expertise during a time when such knowledge was scarce. The image portrays Majendie holding an explosive device with utmost confidence and composure. His piercing gaze reveals both his deep understanding of the dangers he faced daily and his unwavering commitment to safeguarding others. The artist behind this striking caricature is none other than Leslie Ward, known by his pseudonym Spy, whose talent for capturing personality through art shines through in every stroke. Majendie's military career took him from serving with distinction in the Crimean War as part of the Royal Artillery at Sebastopol to facing further challenges in Lucknow. However, it was his specialization in explosives that truly set him apart. This chromolithograph from Vanity Fair dated April 23rd, 1892 immortalizes not only Majendie's contribution but also highlights how society recognized and admired those who risked their lives for public safety. As we contemplate this historical snapshot frozen in time, let us remember Colonel Vivian Dering Majendie as one of the pioneering bomb disposal experts whose dedication paved the way for future advancements in keeping our world safe from explosive threats.
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