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The Camp of the Foreign Legion near Hythe, Kent 1855 (lithograph, colour)
5929303 The Camp of the Foreign Legion near Hythe, Kent 1855 (lithograph, colour) by Picken, Thomas (fl.1838-70); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The Camp of the Foreign Legion near Hythe, Kent, 1855.
Colour lithograph by T Picken after unknown artist, printed by Day and Son, 1856 (c).
In 1855, during the Crimean War (1854-1856), Great Britain raised a British German Legion of two regiments of light dragoons, three JAager Corps, and six regiments of light infantry; a British Italian Legion of five regiments of infantry, and a British Swiss Legion of three regiments of light infantry. At the end of the war, these soldiers were entitled to return to their country of origin at the public expense, although some, fearing a hostile reception at home, settled in the Cape of Good Hope.
When the first German and Swiss legionaries arrived in England in May and June 1855, they were lodged in Dover Castle, but friction between the two led to the Swiss being encamped on the Western Heights above Dover and the Germans being sent to Shorncliffe Camp, near Hythe, as pictured here.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22562692
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The Camp of the Foreign Legion near Hythe, Kent 1855" is a captivating lithograph that offers a glimpse into the unique history of Great Britain during the Crimean War. Created by Thomas Picken and printed by Day and Son in 1856, this color lithograph showcases the encampment of the British German Legion at Shorncliffe Camp. During this tumultuous time, Great Britain raised various legions consisting of soldiers from different European countries. The British German Legion, British Italian Legion, and British Swiss Legion were formed to bolster their military forces. After the war ended in 1856, these legionaries had the option to return home at public expense or settle elsewhere due to fears of hostility. This particular image captures an important moment when the first German and Swiss legionaries arrived in England in May and June 1855. Initially housed in Dover Castle, tensions between them led to a decision to relocate them separately. As depicted here, the Germans were sent to Shorncliffe Camp near Hythe while the Swiss settled on Western Heights above Dover. The lithograph beautifully portrays rows of tents amidst rolling hills with soldiers engaged in various activities within their temporary home. It serves as a testament not only to historical events but also highlights cultural diversity within military units during times of conflict. This print from Fine Art Finder provides an intriguing visual narrative that invites viewers to explore this lesser-known aspect of wartime history through its intricate details and vibrant colors.
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