Framed Print : Attack on Gibraltar
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Attack on Gibraltar
Combined French & Spanish naval attack on Gibraltar is destroyed by the British
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Media ID 570628
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1782 Attack Battles Combined Destroyed Gibraltar
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning "Attack on Gibraltar" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image vividly portrays the combined French and Spanish naval attack on Gibraltar, which was famously repelled by the British in 1704. Witness the intensity and drama of this historic moment as it comes to life through the masterful lens of Mary Evans Picture Library. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with museum-quality materials, ensuring a lifetime of beauty and durability. Adorn your walls with this evocative piece of history and relive the courage and determination of the British forces in the face of adversity. Order your Framed Print today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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
September 13, 1782: The Defiant British Stand at the Battle of Gibraltar This evocative image captures the intensity and determination of the British forces during the historic Battle of Gibraltar in the late 18th century. The combined French and Spanish naval attack on the strategically important British fortress of Gibraltar, located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, had been relentless. The siege, which had begun in June 1782, had seen the combined forces of France and Spain laying siege to the fortress, attempting to regain control of the vital Mediterranean trading post. The British, however, refused to yield. Led by the indomitable British Admiral Sir George Rodney, the Royal Navy put up a valiant defense. In this pivotal moment, the French and Spanish fleet, having managed to breach the outer defenses, were making their final approach to the fortress. The British fleet, anchored in the bay, was ready to give its last stand. The Battle of Gibraltar, also known as the Action of 13 September 1782, was a turning point in the war. The British forces, despite being outnumbered, managed to inflict heavy damage on the combined fleet, ultimately forcing the French and Spanish to abandon their siege of Gibraltar. This victory was a significant morale boost for the British and marked the beginning of the end of the American Revolutionary War. This powerful image, from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of war and conflict, and the indomitable spirit of those who defended the British stronghold of Gibraltar.
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