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Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake, Royal Horse Guards, 1815 (c)
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Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake, Royal Horse Guards, 1815 (c)
Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake, Royal Horse Guards, 1815 (c).Oil on canvas, artist unknown, 1815 (c).Tyrwhitt Drake is shown in regimental uniform with helmet, complete with crest and plume, his sword arm raised. Oil on canvas Date: circa 1815
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1755 1785 1815 1819 1848 Complete Crest Drake Guards Napoleonic Plume Raised Regiment Regimental Shown Tyrwhitt Unknown Wars Waterloo
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Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake, a distinguished officer in the Royal Horse Guards during the Napoleonic Wars, is depicted in this stunning oil on canvas painting from circa 1815. The artist, unknown to us today, expertly captures the essence of the battlefield, with Drake's determined expression and poised sword arm conveying a sense of readiness and resolve. Born in 1785, Drake joined the Royal Horse Guards, also known as the Blue and Royals, in 1805, making him a veteran soldier by the time of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. He rose through the ranks, becoming a lieutenant in 1808, a captain in 1811, and a major in 1819. Drake's uniform in the painting is that of a captain in the Royal Horse Guards, complete with the distinctive helmet, crest, and plume. The helmet's crest features the regiment's motto, "Nec Aspera Terrent," which translates to "Nothing daunts us." The plume on the helmet is likely made of ostrich feathers, a common adornment for British military headgear of the time. The painting's date, circa 1815, places it at the height of the Napoleonic Wars, a period of intense conflict between France and the European powers. Drake's service during this time saw him participate in several major battles, including the Battle of Talavera in 1809 and the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The painting's vibrant colors and intricate details bring Drake's story to life, offering a glimpse into the past and the bravery of the soldiers who fought in the Napoleonic Wars. This image is a testament to the rich history of the Royal Horse Guards and the indomitable spirit of its officers, like Captain William Tyrwhitt Drake.
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