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Quatre Bras 1815
The Gordon highlanders at the battle of Quatre Bras - an officer is shot on his horse
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1815 Bras Days Gordon Highlanders Hundred Napoleonic Quatre Shot Wars
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the raw intensity and chaos of the Battle of Quatre Bras, fought on June 16, 1815, during the final days of the Napoleonic Wars. The scene depicts a brave officer from the Gordon Highlanders, a renowned Scottish regiment, who has been tragically shot while mounted on his horse. The expression of shock and determination on his face speaks volumes about the courage and resilience of the soldiers who fought in this pivotal battle. Quatre Bras was a crucial engagement in the Waterloo Campaign, as it marked the initial clash between the French army, led by Napoleon Bonaparte, and the Anglo-Allied forces under the command of the Duke of Wellington. The battle took place in present-day Belgium, and its outcome would significantly influence the final confrontation at Waterloo just a few days later. The Gordon Highlanders, known for their distinctive tartan and fearsome reputation, played a significant role in the Battle of Quatre Bras. Their unwavering bravery and tenacity helped to delay the French advance, buying precious time for the Allied forces to regroup and prepare for the decisive Battle of Waterloo. This powerful photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a poignant glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the fate of Europe hung in the balance. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by soldiers during the Napoleonic Wars and the enduring legacy of the Gordon Highlanders in military history.
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