Khartoum General Gordon, John Tenniel Punch cartoon 1898

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From an original John Tenniel (1820-1914) Punch cartoon of 1898. Homage to General Gordon who was killed in 1885 in Khartoum. The city was recaptured by forces under Kitchener's command after the battle of Omdurman. Gordon's remains were never found.

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Size: 5740px × 9293px
Location: Sudan
Photo credit: © Historical Images Archive / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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