Battle of Guinegatte - 1
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Battle of Guinegatte - 1
The French cavalry are put to flight by a combined Imperial and English force : they retreat so precipatedly that the engagement is known as the battle of the spurs
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1513 Cavalry Combined Engagement Retreat
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The Battle of Guinegatte-1, August 1513: A Historical Moment Frozen in Time This evocative print captures the chaotic and decisive moment of the Battle of Guinegatte-1, a pivotal event in the Anglo-French Wars. The image portrays the French cavalry in full retreat, their horses' hooves kicking up clouds of dust as they scramble to escape the combined might of the Imperial and English forces. The precipitated nature of their flight earned this engagement its name, 'the Battle of the Spurs.' August 1513 marked a significant turning point in the long-standing conflict between France and the Anglo-Imperial alliance. The French, under the command of King Louis XII and his ally, King Henry VIII of England's rival, King Ferdinand II of Aragon, had amassed a formidable army to invade England. However, their plans were thwarted when they were met with a surprise counterattack from the combined forces of Emperor Maximilian I, King Henry VIII, and the Duke of Bourbon. The French cavalry, renowned for their prowess on the battlefield, were put to flight in a matter of hours. The Imperial and English forces, led by Thomas Howard, Earl of Surrey, and the Duke of Suffolk, respectively, pursued the fleeing French soldiers relentlessly. The print vividly illustrates the chaos and confusion of the battlefield, with horses and men intermingled in a desperate bid for survival. This print, a testament to the rich history of the Anglo-French Wars, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the fate of nations hung in the balance. The Battle of Guinegatte-1 was not only a victory for the Imperial and English forces but also a turning point in the long-standing conflict between France and England, shaping the course of European history.
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