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CEYLON: WARIYAPOLA, 1850. Shoot-out between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment
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CEYLON: WARIYAPOLA, 1850. Shoot-out between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment
CEYLON: WARIYAPOLA, 1850.
Shoot-out between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment and anti-colonial rebels at the store at Wariyapola, c1848. Engraving, English, 1850
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1848 1850 Attack Battle British Ceylon Colonial Fighter Rebel Regiment Rifle Sri Lankan Store Anti Colonial Insurrection Shootout
CEYLON - WARIYAPOLA, 1850. A Glimpse into the Turbulent Past of British Colonial Rule
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to the mid-19th century in Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka), where a fierce shootout unfolded between the British Ceylon Rifle Regiment and anti-colonial rebels. The image captures a pivotal moment during an insurrection that occurred around 1848. The engraving, created by English artists in 1850, showcases the intensity of battle as both sides fiercely fought for control. The rebel fighters valiantly defended their land against colonial forces, while the well-trained British troops aimed to maintain their dominance over this strategic location. The setting is a store in Wariyapola, which became a battleground symbolizing resistance against foreign rule. The building itself stands witness to this historical event - its walls echoing with gunfire and determination. As we delve into this piece of history through Granger Art on Demand's collection, it serves as a reminder of the complex dynamics between colonizers and those fighting for independence. It invites us to reflect on the struggles faced by nations grappling with external influences seeking control over their lands. Through this powerful visual representation, we are transported back in time to witness an intense clash between two opposing forces - one representing imperial power and authority; the other embodying resilience and defiance against colonization.
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