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THE WAR IN EGYPT: THE POSITION OF SIR GARNET WOLSELEY AND STAFF DURING THE ENGAGEMENT AT MAHUTA, AUGUST 25: 1. Plain with Little Vegetation; 2. Sand Hills about 40 ft. High; 3. Dam of Sand; 4. The Fresh-Water Canal; 5. Sir Garnet Wolseley, The Dukes of Connaught, Teck, and Staff Officers; 6. Darn of Sand on the Railway; 7. Deserted Tents; 8. The Railway Along Which the Enemy Retreated; 9. Line of Rifle Pits; 10. The York and Lancaster Regiments; 11. Second Battalion of the Duke of Cornwalls Light Infantry; 12. Royal Horse Artillery; 13. Marines and Coldstream Guards; 14. Grenadier Guards; 15. Scots Guards; 16. The Enemys Camp; 17. Smoke of Retreating Trains; 18. Graves
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August Connaught Deserted Dukes Enemy Engagement Garnet Officers Plain Position Rail Railroad Railway Sand Staff Teck Tents Track Traffic Train Transport Transportation Vegetation Wolseley Fresh Water Canal Mahuta Retreated Sand Hills
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This print from the Liszt Collection takes us back in time to witness a significant moment during the war in Egypt. The image showcases the intense engagement at Mahuta on August 25, where Sir Garnet Wolseley and his staff played a crucial role. The photograph vividly captures the diverse landscape of this battleground, with its plain terrain dotted sparsely with vegetation and towering sand hills reaching about 40 feet high. As our eyes explore the scene, we notice various elements that tell a story of this historic event. A dam made of sand stands prominently alongside a fresh-water canal, symbolizing both man-made structures and nature's presence amidst chaos. In the distance, deserted tents hint at an enemy force that has retreated along a railway track. The composition also highlights different military units involved in this conflict: The York and Lancaster Regiments, Second Battalion of the Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry, Royal Horse Artillery, Marines and Coldstream Guards, Grenadier Guards, Scots Guards - all standing united under Sir Garnet Wolseley's command. The engraving technique used to create this vintage print adds an air of nostalgia to it while preserving historical accuracy. It serves as a testament to Victorian arts and culture while offering viewers an immersive glimpse into past events. Overall, this print is not just an illustration but also a valuable piece of history that allows us to reflect upon moments that shaped nations and honor those who fought bravely for their cause.
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