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ROGER FENTON (1819-69)

Sir George de Lacy Evans (1787-1870)

1855

Salted paper print | 19.6 x 15.1 cm (image) | RCIN 2506570

Photograph of Sir George de Lacy Evans sitting facing forwards. His legs are crossed and he holds his gloves in his right hand. He is wearing military uniform with a sash and a number of medals. A patterned curtain hangs behind him. Sir George de Lacy Evans commanded the Second Division during the Crimean War.

  • Creator(s)

    Roger Fenton (1819-69) (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Sir George de Lacy Evans (1787-1870)

  • 19.6 x 15.1 cm (image)

    37.4 x 31.3 cm (page dimensions)

  • Lieut. Genl. Sir De Lacy Evans G.C.B

  • Subject(s)
    • Social sciences
      • Military affairs
        • Wars, Campaigns & Battles
          • Wars
            • Wars of the nineteenth century
              • Crimean War (1853-1856)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Costume
            • Uniforms
              • Military uniforms
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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