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Poster Print : The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). Artist: William Heath
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The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). Artist: William Heath
The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). The French tricolour is pulled down and the Union Jack run up the flagpole in its place. The British laid siege to the French held fortress of Ciudad Rodrigo from 8-19 January 1812
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18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic moment "The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818)" by William Heath. Witness the historic event as the French tricolour is brought down and the Union Jack is raised in triumph. This captivating artwork, created by Joseph Constantine Stadler and William Heath, is a testament to the bravery and determination of the Duke of Wellington and his troops. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the heroic tales of the Peninsular War.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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The Duke of Wellington at the taking of Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, Peninsular War, 1812 (c1818). In this powerful and iconic print by William Heath, we witness a pivotal moment in history. The French tricolour is being triumphantly pulled down from the flagpole while the Union Jack is raised in its place. This symbolic act represents not only a military victory but also a significant turning point in the Peninsular War. The British forces, under the command of the esteemed Duke of Wellington, laid siege to the heavily fortified fortress of Ciudad Rodrigo for eleven days. Their relentless determination and strategic brilliance led to its capture on January 19th, 1812. As depicted in this artwork, it was a hard-fought battle with casualties strewn across the battlefield. The image captures both triumph and tragedy; victory mingled with loss. The fallen bodies serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made during war. The Duke himself stands tall amidst this scene of chaos and destruction - an embodiment of leadership and courage. This print serves as a testament to British valor and resilience during one of history's most tumultuous periods - the Napoleonic Wars. It immortalizes not only Wellington's triumph but also pays tribute to all those who fought bravely alongside him. As viewers gaze upon this historic artwork today, they are transported back to that fateful day in 1812 when hope prevailed over adversity.
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