Storming of Khelat, the advance companies, 13th November 1839, from 'The Storming of Ghuznee and Khelat by W. Taylor, 1839

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"Storming of Khelat, the advance companies, 13th November 1839," is a historical artwork by Lieutenant Thomas Wingate, which depicts the British assault on the fortress of Khelat (also spelled as Kelat or Kalat) during the First Anglo-Afghan War. The painting is one of the illustrations included in the book "The Storming of Ghuznee and Khelat" by W. Taylor, published in 1839. The artwork captures a pivotal moment in the British campaign in Afghanistan, where the forces led by General Sir Willoughby Cotton stormed the fortress of Khelat, which was then under the rule of Mehrab Khan of Balochistan.

The painting is significant not only for its historical subject matter but also for its representation of British military prowess and the imperialistic endeavors of the British Empire during the 19th century. It serves as a visual document of the events that took place on November 13, 1839, and reflects the perspective of the British military at the time. The work is characterized by its detailed portrayal of the soldiers, the rugged landscape of the region, and the intensity of the battle.

Lieutenant Thomas Wingate, the artist, was an officer in the British Army who participated in the campaign and was also an accomplished artist. His firsthand experience of the events allowed him to create a work with a high degree of authenticity and detail. The painting is an important historical record and is of interest to historians, art historians, and those studying the colonial history of South Asia and the British Empire's military engagements.

The "Storming of Khelat" is an example of how art can be used to convey military achievements and can serve as a tool for propaganda, reflecting the ideologies and narratives of the time. It is a valuable piece for understanding the visual culture and historical memory of the British conquests in the Indian subcontinent.

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