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French Pillage Alost

The French take the town of Alost, and proceed to pillage it, carrying away their loot by the barrow-load

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Media ID 622087

© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10078182

1381 Barrow Load Loot Pillage Proceed Years

14"x16" Premium Frame

Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking historical print captures the chaotic scene of the French pillaging the town of Alost in 1381. The image shows French soldiers carrying away their loot by the barrow-load, as they proceed to ransack and plunder the town. This event marked a dark chapter in history, as war and conflict ravaged communities and left devastation in its wake. The intensity of the moment is palpable in this snapshot from centuries past, with buildings burning in the background and people fleeing for safety. The sheer scale of destruction is evident as belongings are haphazardly loaded onto carts, symbolizing the loss and suffering experienced by those caught in the crossfire. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the brutality of war and conquest. It serves as a reminder of how events like these have shaped our world over the years, leaving lasting scars on communities and cultures. Mary Evans Picture Library has preserved this important piece of history through their collection, allowing us to reflect on past atrocities while honoring those who endured such hardships. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared human experience and underscores the importance of learning from our collective past.

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