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French Defeat Flemish
The French defeat the Flemish at Rosebecque where Philip van Artevelde died with 30, 000 of his men. The white dove hovering above the king of France, was an omen of victory
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1382 Artevelde Defeat Died Dove Flemish Helmets Hovering Netherlands Omen Philip Spears Spire Standards Victory
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This evocative print commemorates a pivotal moment in the history of the Low Countries, depicting the French defeat of the Flemish army at the Battle of Rosebecque in 1382. The white dove, a symbol of peace and tranquility, hovers above King Charles VI of France, an omen of his impending victory. The battle took place near the town of Ghent in modern-day Belgium, and saw the demise of Philip van Artevelde, a Flemish leader who had rallied an army of 30,000 men in defiance of French rule. The image captures the chaos and intensity of the battlefield, with the French king and his men, identifiable by their distinctive white banners and helmets, charging forward against the Flemish ranks. The defeated Flemish soldiers, many of whom are shown with their weapons dropped and their faces contorted in despair, lie strewn about the ground. A large, ornate spire rises in the background, a reminder of the religious fervor that fueled both sides in their conflict. The Battle of Rosebecque marked a significant turning point in the long-running struggle between the French monarchy and the Flemish cities for control of the Netherlands. It also marked the end of van Artevelde's brief tenure as a military leader, a man who had risen to prominence in the wake of popular discontent with French rule. The eventual outcome of the conflict would see the Netherlands come under the sway of the French crown, setting the stage for centuries of political and cultural exchange between the two regions. This powerful and evocative print offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and political upheaval, and reminding us of the enduring impact of historical events on the world we live in today.
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