Dunkerque Preserved
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Dunkerque Preserved
When the English besiege Dunkerque (Dunkirk) Faulconnier, bailli of the town, sacrifices all his wealth and that of others to buy the English off
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1662 Anglo Besiege Dunkerque Dunkirk Preserved Sacrifices Wealth
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Dunkerque Preserved: A Heroic Act of Sacrifice during the English Siege of Dunkerque in 1662 This evocative image captures the pivotal moment in the history of Dunkerque (Dunkirk), a town in northern France, during the English siege of 1662. The scene depicts Faulconnier, the town's bailli (magistrate), in the act of sacrificing his personal wealth and that of other citizens to buy off the English army and preserve the town from destruction. The English, led by the Duke of York, had laid siege to Dunkerque in an attempt to gain control of the strategically important port town. The town's defenders, outnumbered and low on resources, faced a grim prospect. Faced with this dire situation, Faulconnier rallied the townspeople and called upon them to contribute their wealth to raise a ransom for the English army's departure. The townspeople responded with an outpouring of generosity, and Faulconnier, with the help of the town's merchants, managed to raise a substantial sum. The English, impressed by the town's determination and the magnitude of the ransom, lifted the siege and withdrew their forces. This act of bravery and self-sacrifice by Faulconnier and the people of Dunkerque not only preserved the town but also cemented its reputation as a symbol of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The event is a testament to the power of unity and the lengths to which people will go to protect their homes and communities. This historical print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, provides a fascinating glimpse into the past and serves as a reminder of the heroic actions that shaped the history of Dunkerque and France.
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