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Charge of the Light Brigade, 25 October 1854
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Charge of the Light Brigade, 25 October 1854
Charge of the Light Brigade, 25 October 1854, with a quotation from Tennysons poem.
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1850s 1854 25th Charge Horseback Infantry Poem Quotation Tennyson
Charge of the Light Brigade, 25 October 1854
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is a captivating photograph print depicting a pivotal moment in military history. The image captures the bravery and determination of the British Light Cavalry as they gallantly charged towards the Russian artillery batteries during the Crimean War. The date, 25 October 1854, marks the day when 673 brave soldiers, led by Lord Raglan, disregarded their orders and charged into the heart of the enemy lines. The photograph, taken in the 1850s, offers a vivid glimpse into the Victorian era's military tactics and the heroism of the soldiers during a time of conflict. The image is filled with the raw energy and intensity of the charge, with horse and rider pairs poised to strike, their faces etched with focus and determination. The chaos of the scene is palpable, with the dust rising from the ground and the thunderous sound of hooves pounding against the earth. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifice and courage displayed by the soldiers during the Charge of the Light Brigade. Lord Tennyson, the renowned British poet, immortalized their actions in his famous poem, "The Charge of the Light Brigade," which reads: "Half a league, half a league, Half a league onward, All in the valley of Death Rode the six hundred. 'Forward, the Light Brigade! Charge for the guns!' he said: Into the valley of Death Rode the six hundred. 'Forward, the Light Brigade!' was the word: Their's not to reason why, Their's not to make reply: Their's to do and die: Into the valley of Death Rode the six hundred." This photograph and Tennyson's words stand as a testament to the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who charged into the valley of death, leaving an indelible mark on history.
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