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French in Netherlands
Invading the Low Countries, the French bombard WILLEMSTAD from their artillery battery on Hel-plaats : a fine view of cannon and a mortar in action
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1793 Action Artillery Battery Bombard Cannon Countries Invading Mortar Netherlands Revolutionary Wars Willemstad
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "French in Netherlands" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an exquisite addition to your decor. This masterpiece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a riveting moment in history as the French bombard WILLEMSTAD in the Netherlands. Witness the intensity of the battlefield as cannon and a mortar come to life, ready to defend or conquer. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve and enhance the stunning detail, ensuring a timeless piece of art for your home or office. Experience history like never before with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This striking image captures the intensity and chaos of the French invasion of the Netherlands in 1793, as seen from the Hel-plaats artillery battery in Willemstad. The French army, driven by the revolutionary fervor of the time, laid siege to the Dutch fortifications with a relentless barrage of cannon and mortar fire. In this moment, the cannonballs and mortar shells fly through the air, their destructive power on full display. The fine view presented in this print offers a unique perspective on the historical events unfolding before the eyes of the onlookers. The French Revolutionary Wars, which began in 1789, saw the French military expand its borders beyond its own, leading to the invasion of the Netherlands in 1793. The Dutch, who had long resisted French control, were no match for the well-equipped and determined French forces. Willemstad, a strategic fortress city located in the present-day Belgian province of Limburg, was one of the key targets of the French invasion. The artillery battery at Hel-plaats, positioned on a hill overlooking the city, was a crucial point of defense for the Dutch. However, the French, determined to take the city, relentlessly bombarded it with their powerful cannon and mortars. This print, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a vivid and historical record of this pivotal moment in the war. The smoke rising from the city and the explosions in the distance add to the sense of urgency and danger. The French eventually succeeded in taking Willemstad, marking a significant victory in their campaign to expand their borders. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the events that shaped the history of Europe during this period and the devastating impact of war on the lives of ordinary people.
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