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Capture of Ulm
Napoleon takes Ulm : his opponent, general Mack, surrenders and is later court-martialled
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1805 Capture Mack Napoleon Napoleonic Opponent Surrenders Takes Wars
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 18.4cm (9.3" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures the moment of surrender at the Battle of Ulm during the Napoleonic Wars, an event that marked a significant turning point in the military career of Napoleon Bonaparte. In October 1805, the French army, led by the charismatic and ambitious Napoleon, laid siege to the Austrian garrison at Ulm, a fortified town in present-day Germany. The Austrian commander, General Friedrich Freiherr Mack von Leibnitz, was faced with a difficult decision as his forces were vastly outnumbered and supplies were running low. On October 17, after a series of failed attempts to break through the French lines, Mack reluctantly agreed to surrender. The image shows Mack, dressed in his military uniform, standing before Napoleon, who is depicted in his iconic bicorn hat and blue military coat. The defeated general is surrounded by his officers and soldiers, all with expressions of resignation and disappointment. The scene is set against the backdrop of the fortified walls of Ulm, with the French flag flying proudly above the breach. Following the surrender, Mack was taken prisoner and later court-martialled for his role in the defeat. He was found guilty of cowardice and negligence and was stripped of his rank and honors. The Battle of Ulm was a significant victory for the French, boosting morale and paving the way for Napoleon's ultimate triumph at the Battle of Austerlitz just a few weeks later. This historic moment is a testament to the strategic brilliance of Napoleon and the impact of his military campaigns on European history.
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