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General Officer and his Adjutant, 1807 circa (aquatint)
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General Officer and his Adjutant, 1807 circa (aquatint)
5920206 General Officer and his Adjutant, 1807 circa (aquatint) by Atkinson, John Augustus (1775-1831) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Officer and his Adjutant, 1807 circa.
Coloured aquatint by John Hill after John Augustus Atkinson. Published by William Miller and J Walker, London, 1 January 1808.
A GeneralAs Adjutant was normally a captain or major and acted as his personal staff officer, organising the command, administration and discipline of the force under a generalAs control.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22567954
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This aquatint print, titled "General Officer and his Adjutant, 1807 circa" offers a glimpse into the world of military command during the early 19th century. Created by John Augustus Atkinson and beautifully colored by John Hill, this artwork showcases the intricate details of an officer's uniform and the close relationship between a general and his adjutant. The image portrays a distinguished general in full military regalia, standing tall with an air of authority. His adjutant, depicted as a captain or major, stands beside him attentively. The adjutant plays a crucial role in supporting the general by overseeing various aspects of command such as organization, administration, and discipline within their unit. Published in London on January 1st, 1808 by William Miller and J Walker, this aquatint print provides historical insight into the hierarchical structure that governed military operations at that time. It reminds us of the importance placed on leadership skills and efficient management within armed forces. Displayed at the National Army Museum in London today, this artwork serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a valuable artifact from our past. It captures not only the visual splendor but also sheds light on how generals relied upon their trusted adjutants to ensure effective control over their troops. As we admire this print from Fine Art Finder courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are transported back to an era where honor was intertwined with duty – where generals commanded respect through their expertise while relying on loyal officers to
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