Two sergeants of the 8th Hussars Apr 1855

Albumen print | 17.4 x 13.8 cm (image) | RCIN 2500385

Roger Fenton (1819-69)

Sergeants 8th Hussars Apr 1855

Description

Photograph of two sergeants of the 8th Hussars having a drink. They stand facing each other with the man to the right pouring a drink into his companion's glass. They are both wearing military uniform and carry riding crops. There is open ground behind them and a small dog lying at their feet. The 8th Hussars served in all of the major battles of the Crimean War including the Charge of the Light Brigade.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Roger Fenton (1819-69)
(photographer)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Army-GB-Cavalry-8th (King's Royal Irish) Light Dragoons (1810-1824)

Search the collection Army-GB-Cavalry Regiments

Search the collection Army-GB-Sergeants
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

17.4 x 13.8 cm (image)

57.3 x 44.6 cm (page dimensions)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Industries, Crafts and Trades
Clothing
Costume
Uniforms
Military uniforms
Agriculture and related techniques
Animal husbandry
Dogs
Social sciences
Military affairs
Wars, Campaigns & Battles
Wars
Wars of the nineteenth century
Crimean War (1853-1856)
References

Alternative title(s)

Sergeants 8th Hussars