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The Mortar Battery at Woolwich, 1847 (1909). Artist: Charles Hunt
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The Mortar Battery at Woolwich, 1847 (1909). Artist: Charles Hunt
The Mortar Battery at Woolwich, 1847 (1909). After Thomas Jones (1742-1803). From British Military Prints, by Ralph Nevill. [The Connoisseur, London, 1909]
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Arial View Battery British Military Prints Charles Hunt Charles Hunt I Elevated View Firing Greenwich Hunt Jones Military Exercise Mortar Nevill Practice Ralph Ralph Nevill The Connoisseur Thomas Jones Troops Woolwich
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This photo print, titled "The Mortar Battery at Woolwich, 1847 (1909)", takes us back to a significant moment in British military history. The artist, Charles Hunt, skillfully captures the essence of this scene after Thomas Jones' original work from the late 18th century. Set outdoors in London's historic Woolwich district, the image showcases an array of soldiers diligently practicing their artillery skills with mortar weapons. In this mesmerizing vista, we see women and children observing from a safe distance as they immerse themselves in the arts of warfare. A lady engrossed in a book or magazine symbolizes the intellectual curiosity surrounding military strategy during that era. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this elevated view of British troops engaged in military exercises. It evokes a sense of nostalgia for the 19th-century landscape while highlighting the significance of weaponry and warfare during that time period. "The Mortar Battery at Woolwich" serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation. This engraving was featured in Ralph Nevill's renowned publication "British Military Prints", which aimed to preserve Britain's rich military heritage for future generations. With its attention to detail and profound storytelling ability, Charles Hunt's print transports us back to a pivotal moment where art meets war on London soil.
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