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BATTLE OF VITORIA (VITTORIA) Wellingtons men rout Jourdain s, with heavy losses - here, some of the 2000 captured Frenchmen are brought in
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1813 2000 Brought Campaign Captured French Men Heavy Losses Napoleonic Peninsula Prisoners Rout Vitoria Vittoria Wars
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This evocative image captures the aftermath of the Battle of Vittoria, which took place on June 21, 1813, during the Peninsular War of the Napoleonic Era. The scene depicts the rout of the French army under the command of Marshal Jourdain, as they are brought in as prisoners of war by the victorious British and Portuguese forces led by the Duke of Wellington. The heavy losses sustained by the French are evident in the large number of prisoners, estimated at around 2000 men, who are seen being led away in this photograph. The Battle of Vittoria was a significant turning point in the Peninsular War, marking the end of the French occupation of Spain and paving the way for the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. The battle took place near the town of Vittoria in Navarre, Spain, and saw the British and Portuguese forces successfully repelling the French advance, inflicting heavy casualties. The historical significance of this event is underscored by the fact that it marked the largest number of prisoners taken in a single battle during the Peninsular War. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war, with the defeated French soldiers appearing weary and dejected, their spirits broken by the overwhelming force of the Allied army. The photograph also highlights the camaraderie and discipline of the victorious soldiers, who are seen leading their prisoners with a sense of duty and determination. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and conflict, and reminding us of the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides of the battlefield.
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