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Grand Field Day at Calcutta, Arrival of the Captured Sikh Guns (engraving)
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Grand Field Day at Calcutta, Arrival of the Captured Sikh Guns (engraving)
1095912 Grand Field Day at Calcutta, Arrival of the Captured Sikh Guns (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Field Day at Calcutta, Arrival of the Captured Sikh Guns. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 May 1847.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23062380
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Calcutta City Of Calcutta Kolkata Inida
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The captivating engraving titled "Grand Field Day at Calcutta, Arrival of the Captured Sikh Guns" takes us back to 19th century India. The image showcases a significant moment in history when the military prowess of the British East India Company triumphed over the Sikhs. In this vibrant scene, we witness the grandeur and excitement that filled Calcutta on this memorable day. The arrival of these captured Sikh guns symbolizes victory and power for the British forces. Horses gallop through the city streets as soldiers proudly display their conquests, while Indian locals observe with curiosity and awe. The print not only captures a historical event but also provides a glimpse into Indian culture during that era. It serves as a reminder of how diverse cultures intertwine in places like Calcutta (now Kolkata), where Asian traditions blend harmoniously with colonial influences. This artwork from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate both its artistic merit and its historical significance. It invites us to reflect on moments when different cultures intersected, shaping our shared past. As we gaze upon this engraving, we are transported back in time, witnessing an important chapter unfold before our eyes – one that forever altered the course of history in India's bustling city of Calcutta.
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