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Omar Pasha and his British liaison officer, Colonel Lintorn Simmons, 1855 (b / w photo)
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Omar Pasha and his British liaison officer, Colonel Lintorn Simmons, 1855 (b / w photo)
5922090 Omar Pasha and his British liaison officer, Colonel Lintorn Simmons, 1855 (b/w photo) by Fenton, Roger (1819-69); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Omar Pasha (mounted) and his British liaison officer, Colonel (later Field Marshal Sir) Lintorn Simmons, 1855.
Photograph by Roger Fenton, Crimean War (1854-1856), 1855.
Omar Pasha commanded the Ottoman forces in the Crimea. Captain Nigel Kingscote, one of Lord RaglanAs aides-de-camp, approvingly described him as: A A fine looking fellow, unlike the Turks, dresses in a plain grey frock coat with Jack boots, and sits well on his horse with an English seat. He does everything himself and must see it done or it is not done, the staff of every kind being the worst part of the Turkish ArmyA.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23261636
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This print captures the historical moment of Omar Pasha, the commander of Ottoman forces in the Crimea, alongside his British liaison officer, Colonel Lintorn Simmons. Taken in 1855 by renowned photographer Roger Fenton during the Crimean War, this image showcases a significant alliance between two military leaders from different nations. Omar Pasha is mounted on his horse while Colonel Simmons stands beside him. The contrast between their appearances is striking; Omar Pasha exudes strength and authority with his commanding presence, dressed in a plain grey frock coat and Jack boots. Captain Nigel Kingscote, an aide-de-camp to Lord Raglan at that time, described him as a "fine looking fellow" who possesses an English seat on his horse. The photograph highlights not only the physical differences but also hints at cultural disparities within their respective armies. Captain Kingscote's observation about Turkish army staff being inadequate emphasizes Omar Pasha's hands-on approach to leadership. This portrait provides us with a glimpse into history and reminds us of the complexities involved in international collaborations during times of conflict. It serves as a testament to unity amidst diversity and exemplifies how individuals from different backgrounds can come together for a common cause - ultimately shaping world events.
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