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The Advance towards Dongola, Slain Pasha finding among the Slain the Body of one of his Old Friends, the Emir Hammuda, Commander-in-Chief of the Dervish Forces at the Battle of Ferket (engraving)
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The Advance towards Dongola, Slain Pasha finding among the Slain the Body of one of his Old Friends, the Emir Hammuda, Commander-in-Chief of the Dervish Forces at the Battle of Ferket (engraving)
1605591 The Advance towards Dongola, Slain Pasha finding among the Slain the Body of one of his Old Friends, the Emir Hammuda, Commander-in-Chief of the Dervish Forces at the Battle of Ferket (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Advance towards Dongola, Slain Pasha finding among the Slain the Body of one of his Old Friends, the Emir Hammuda, Commander-in-Chief of the Dervish Forces at the Battle of Ferket. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 July 1896.
R Caton Woodville); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22548004
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Advance Battle Of Ferket Chief Commander Dongola Finding Friends Mahdist War Slain Sudan
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This engraving by Richard Caton Woodville II captures a poignant moment during the Advance towards Dongola in the Battle of Ferket. The scene depicts a Slain Pasha, amidst the chaos and devastation of war, finding among the fallen bodies his old friend, Emir Hammuda. As Commander-in-Chief of the Dervish Forces, Hammuda had fought valiantly but tragically met his demise on that fateful day. The emotional impact is palpable as we witness the Slain Pasha's anguish at discovering his dear friend lying lifeless on the battlefield. Their bond forged through years of camaraderie and shared experiences now shattered by conflict. Horses gallop past them, their hooves pounding against the ground echoing both urgency and sorrow. Woodville's attention to detail brings this historical event to life; every line etched with precision tells a story within itself. The artist masterfully conveys not only the physicality of war but also its profound human toll. This engraving originally appeared in The Illustrated London News in 1896, offering readers a glimpse into an important chapter of history -the Mahdist War in Sudan. It serves as a reminder that even amidst battles and bloodshed, there are personal connections that transcend political or military alliances. Through this artwork, we are invited to reflect upon friendship lost amid conflict and honor those who sacrificed their lives for causes they believed in.
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