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War Correspondents Uncomfortable Experience, published in Black & White
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War Correspondents Uncomfortable Experience, published in Black & White
XJF437977 War Correspondents Uncomfortable Experience, published in Black & White, January 1898 (lithograph) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: This drawing illustrates a instance that occured while Bull was covering the Tirah Campaign in India in 1897; He and fellow reporter Melton Prior (1845-1910) of The Illustrated London News were staying as guests of General Sir William Lockhart (1841-1900) in the British Headquarters when during an enemy attack the bottle of whiskey between them was shattered by a bullet; ); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22672476
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War Correspondents Uncomfortable Experience - A Glimpse into the Perils of Reporting from the Frontlines
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. In this black and white lithograph, created by renowned artist Rene Bull in January 1898, we are transported back to a momentous event during the Tirah Campaign in India. The image vividly captures an instance that unfolded while Bull and his fellow reporter Melton Prior were guests at British Headquarters. As tensions escalated and enemy forces launched a surprise attack, chaos ensued within their camp. Amidst the turmoil, a stray bullet found its mark on a bottle of whiskey placed between Bull and Prior. The shattered glass serves as a poignant symbol of the dangers faced by war correspondents who risked life and limb to bring news from distant battlefields. The expression on their faces tells tales of shock and disbelief as they grapple with both physical danger and emotional strain. This powerful engraving offers viewers an intimate glimpse into the uncomfortable experiences endured by these brave journalists who dedicated themselves to reporting truthfully from conflict zones. Bull's meticulous attention to detail transports us directly into this colonial outpost, where tents dotting the landscape serve as temporary homes for these intrepid reporters. Through this artwork, we gain insight into not only the perils faced by war correspondents but also their unwavering commitment to documenting history in real-time. This remarkable print stands as a testament to those fearless individuals who ventured beyond comfort zones, capturing stories that would shape our understanding of past events forevermore
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