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James Gillray
1756-1815
Supplementary militia turning out for twenty-days amusement / Js. Gy. d. et fect.
[London] : Pubd Novr 25th 1796, by H Humphrey, New Bond Street, [1796]
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
1986.155
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[London] : Pubd. Novr. 25th 1796, by H. Humphrey, New Bond Street, [1796]
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From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
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Following caption title: "The French invade us, hay?-damme, who'se afraid?"
Summary:
Print shows a body of poorly clad artisans and tradesmen, marching in formation with fixed bayonets behind a butcher in over-sleeves, a feathered cocked hat above his butcher's cap, and a military sash over his apron. He carries a banner on which St. George is killing the dragon. His company wear military coats and crossed bandoliers with very unsoldierly foot-gear and the tools of their various trades.
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