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Hannah Snell, British soldier, 18th century (1904)
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Hannah Snell, British soldier, 18th century (1904)
Hannah Snell, British soldier, 18th century (1904). Hannah Snell (1723-1792) disguised herself as a man and became a soldier after her husband deserted her. She served in India, fighting against the French, and was wounded on several occasions. After returning to England she sold her story, which was published under the title The Female Soldier and appeared on stage in her uniform, performing military drills and singing songs. She was honourably disharged from the army and granted a pension by the Royal Hospital, Chelsea. A print from The Girls Own Annual, 1st October 1904
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The captivating print of Hannah Snell, a remarkable British soldier from the 18th century, transports us back in time to an era when women's roles were strictly defined. In this powerful image, we see Hannah Snell confidently donning a military uniform and a tricorn hat, challenging societal norms with her audacious disguise. Hannah's extraordinary journey began after her husband abandoned her, leaving her desperate for survival. Determined not to be defeated by adversity, she made the bold decision to masquerade as a man and join the army. Her bravery took her all the way to India where she fought valiantly against the French forces and endured multiple wounds on the battlefield. Returning triumphantly to England, Hannah refused to fade into obscurity. Instead, she seized control of her narrative by selling her story which was published under the title "The Female Soldier". Not content with just words on paper, she even took center stage in theaters across Britain wearing her military attire while performing drills and singing songs. Her incredible exploits did not go unnoticed or unrewarded. The Royal Hospital in Chelsea granted Hannah an honorable discharge from the army along with a well-deserved pension for her service. This portrait captures both Hannah's determination and defiance against societal expectations. It serves as a testament to one woman's indomitable spirit and unwavering courage in breaking barriers during an era when such feats were considered unthinkable for women like herself.
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