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Robert Lord Brooke - 4
ROBERT GREVILLE, second baron BROOKE Parliamentary general in the Civil War, shot at the battle of Lichfield. Date: 1608 - 1643
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1608 1643 Baron Brooke Greville Lichfield Parliamentary Shot
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This evocative print captures the moment of tragedy that marked the life of Robert Greville, 2nd Baron Brooke, a prominent Parliamentarian general during the English Civil War. Born in 1608, Brooke was a respected and experienced military commander who played a significant role in the Parliamentarian forces during the conflict. The image portrays Brooke in the final moments of his life, having been mortally wounded at the Battle of Lichfield in 1643. The battle, which took place on July 14, 1643, saw the Royalist forces, led by Prince Rupert of the Rhine, successfully repelling the Parliamentarian attack on Lichfield. Brooke, who commanded the Parliamentarian cavalry, was reportedly leading a charge against the Royalist lines when he was struck down by a musket ball. The print depicts him lying on the ground, surrounded by his men, with a look of determination and resignation on his face. His helmet lies discarded nearby, a testament to the fierce battles he had fought throughout the war. Despite the grim scene, the print also conveys a sense of heroism and bravery. Brooke's sacrifice was not in vain, as the Parliamentarian forces continued to fight on, eventually securing a number of victories in the coming months. However, the loss of such a capable and respected commander was a significant blow to the Parliamentarian cause. This poignant print serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the English Civil War and the courage and determination of those who fought in it. Robert Greville, 2nd Baron Brooke, may have met his end on the battlefield of Lichfield, but his legacy as a Parliamentarian general lived on.
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