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The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment (engraving)
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The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment (engraving)
1603273 The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment (engraving) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 June 1891.
Wal Paget); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23401706
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bombardment Bombed Bombing Bombing Raids Bombing War Bombings Chile Civil War Devastation Latin America Latinamerica Southamerica Iquique Latine America
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This engraving, titled "The Civil War in Chile, Iquique, after the Bombardment" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by Walter Paget in 1891 for The Illustrated London News, this print captures the devastating aftermath of a bombing raid during the civil war in Chile. Intriguingly detailed, the image showcases the sheer devastation that befell Iquique, a city caught amidst conflict. Buildings lay crumbled and smoldering while smoke billows ominously into the sky. The artist's meticulous strokes emphasize both chaos and despair as survivors navigate through rubble-strewn streets. Paget's work not only documents an event but also serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war. It invites viewers to reflect on the profound impact such conflicts have on communities and individuals alike. Transported to South America's western hemisphere through this artwork, we witness firsthand how violence can ravage even seemingly peaceful corners of our world. This historical snapshot reminds us that Latin America too has experienced its share of turmoil throughout time. Preserved within private collections until now, this engraving offers us an opportunity to delve into history and contemplate its lessons from afar. As we gaze upon it today, let us remember those who suffered during these tumultuous times and strive for peace in our own era.
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