The Girls We Left Behind Us - The Departure of the 11th Hussars for India

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"The Girls We Left Behind Us - The Departure of the 11th Hussars for India" is a painting by the 19th-century British artist Thomas Jones Barker. This work of art captures a poignant moment of military history, depicting the departure of the 11th Hussars, a renowned cavalry regiment of the British Army, as they leave for service in India. The painting's title references the popular song "The Girl I Left Behind Me," which was traditionally associated with soldiers going off to war and speaks to the emotional farewells between the soldiers and their loved ones.

Barker, known for his military and historical scenes, portrays the mixed emotions of pride and sorrow that accompany the soldiers' departure. The scene is set against the backdrop of an English port, with the regiment in full regalia, ready to embark on their journey. The women, likely wives and sweethearts of the soldiers, are shown bidding farewell, a reminder of the personal sacrifices made by both those who serve and those they leave behind.

The painting is significant for its historical context and its representation of Victorian attitudes towards empire and military duty. It serves as a visual document of the era's military customs and the social impact of Britain's colonial campaigns. The 11th Hussars, later known as the 11th (Prince Albert's Own) Hussars, had a distinguished history and participated in various campaigns throughout the British Empire, including service in India, which adds to the historical relevance of Barker's work.

"The Girls We Left Behind Us - The Departure of the 11th Hussars for India" is an important piece within Barker's oeuvre and offers insight into the period's artistic and cultural milieu. It stands as a testament to the artist's ability to convey narrative and emotion, capturing a moment that is both specific to its time and universal in its depiction of the human cost of military service.

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