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Events / Central America
Spaniards attack natives with dogs despite the attempts of the Missionaries to save them
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Media ID 571654
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1527 Attack Attempts Mexico Missionaries Natives Save Spaniards
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the "Events / Central America" photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning high-quality print from Media Storehouse. This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in history as Spanish conquistadors brutally attack native Central Americans, with missionaries valiantly attempting to intervene. The scene is filled with raw emotion and tension, providing a poignant reminder of the complexities and challenges of the colonial era. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with every glance. Order your "Events / Central America" photographic print today from Media Storehouse at Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the complex history of the encounter between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of Central America. The year is 1527, and the scene unfolds in Mexico, where Spanish conquistadors, led by Hernán Cortés, are attacking a native community in an attempt to assert their dominance. The natives, desperate to defend their land and people, put up fierce resistance. Amidst the chaos, the missionaries, represented by the figure in the foreground, attempt to intervene and save the lives of the natives. Their pleas fall on deaf ears as the Spanish soldiers, driven by greed and a belief in their superiority, continue their assault. The use of dogs, a common tactic employed by the Spanish to instill fear and disorient the natives, adds to the brutality of the scene. This historical event is a poignant reminder of the violent and often tragic consequences of the European colonization of the Americas. The missionaries, who were often caught in the crossfire between the Spanish conquistadors and the indigenous peoples, represented a small but significant force for peace and understanding in the midst of the chaos. Their attempts to save the lives of the natives, however, were often in vain. This powerful image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the complex and often troubled history of the encounter between Europeans and the indigenous peoples of Central America. It serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding the past, and the lessons that can be learned from it.
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