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Raleigh in Trinidad
Sir Walter Raleigh takes Trinidad from the Spanish Date: 1595
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1595 Indies Raleigh Takes Trinidad Walter
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.1cm (9.3" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Sir Walter Raleigh's Conquest of Trinidad in 1595: A Momentous Event in the History of the Caribbean This evocative image captures the pivotal moment when Sir Walter Raleigh, an English explorer and courtier, took possession of the island of Trinidad from the Spanish in 1595. The date marked a significant shift in the power dynamics of the Caribbean region, as England began to assert its presence in the New World. Raleigh, depicted here in the foreground, stands tall and confident as he raises the English flag above the Spanish fort, signaling the beginning of English rule on the island. The Spanish soldiers, defeated and disheartened, look on in disbelief as their once impregnable stronghold falls into the hands of the English. The backdrop of the image is the beautiful and diverse landscape of Trinidad, with its lush greenery, rolling hills, and clear blue waters. The island, rich in natural resources, had long been a coveted prize for European powers seeking to expand their empires. The event took place during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, who had granted Raleigh a charter to explore and colonize lands in the New World. Raleigh's successful conquest of Trinidad brought him great fame and fortune, and he went on to become a key figure in English history. This print, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of the Caribbean and the broader history of European exploration and colonization. It serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous relationships between European powers and the indigenous peoples of the New World, as well as the enduring impact of colonialism on the region and its people.
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