The Skulls of Lieutenant Leppar and six of his men, from Narrative of a Five Years Expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam, by J.G. Stedman, 1796

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"The Skulls of Lieutenant Leppar and six of his men, from Narrative of a Five Years Expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam" is an illustration from the book "Narrative of a Five Years Expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam" written by John Gabriel Stedman and published in 1796. The book recounts Stedman's experiences as a soldier in the Dutch military during the Surinamese slave revolt in the 1770s. The illustration is one of many that accompany the text, which was engraved by various artists based on Stedman's drawings.

The image depicts the macabre scene of the skulls of Lieutenant Leppar and six of his men, who were killed during the conflict. This particular illustration serves as a stark reminder of the brutalities of colonial warfare and the human cost of suppressing the revolts in the European colonies. Stedman's work, including its illustrations, provides a valuable historical account of the period, offering insights into the complexities of colonialism, slavery, and resistance in the late 18th century.

The "Narrative of a Five Years Expedition against the Revolted Negroes of Surinam" is notable for its detailed descriptions of the colony of Suriname and its inhabitants, including enslaved Africans, indigenous people, and European colonists. The book has been studied for its ethnographic significance, its depiction of the horrors of slavery, and its influence on the abolitionist movement in Britain. The illustrations, including "The Skulls of Lieutenant Leppar and six of his men," have been recognized for their historical and artistic value, contributing to the book's lasting impact on literature, art, and history.

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