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At the battle of TOULOUSE, the British under Wellington defeat the French under Soult
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At the battle of TOULOUSE, the British under Wellington defeat the French under Soult
At the battle of TOULOUSE, the British under Wellington defeat the French under Soult Date: 10 April 1814
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At the Battle of Toulouse: A Moment of Triumph for Wellington and the British Army Date: 10 April 1814 The Battle of Toulouse, fought on 10 April 1814, marked the final major engagement of the Peninsular War and a pivotal moment in the Napoleonic Wars. In this print from Mary Evans Prints Online, we witness the British Army under the command of the Duke of Wellington celebrating their victory over the French forces led by Marshal Soult. The scene unfolds on the outskirts of Toulouse, a city in southern France, which had been under siege by the British since February 1814. The British forces, weary from months of campaigning, had been determined to bring an end to the conflict and deny Napoleon Bonaparte any chance of regaining control of the region. As the sun sets on the battlefield, Wellington, standing proudly atop his horse, raises his hat in acknowledgement of the cheers from his troops. The relief and jubilation on their faces are palpable, as they know that their hard-fought victory has secured the peace and brought an end to the Peninsular War. In the background, the smoke from the battlefield begins to clear, revealing the devastation wrought by the conflict. The remnants of the French army can be seen retreating in the distance, their morale shattered and their ranks thinning. This print is a testament to the bravery and determination of the British Army during the Peninsular War and serves as a reminder of the significant role they played in the eventual defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Battle of Toulouse was a turning point in European history, and this image captures the triumphant spirit of the victorious soldiers as they look towards a future of peace and prosperity.
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