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Casabianca (The boy stood on the burning deck / Whence all but he had fled). At
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Casabianca (The boy stood on the burning deck / Whence all but he had fled). At
Casabianca (The boy stood on the burning deck/Whence all but he had fled). At the Battle of the Nile (1798) Giocante, the 12-year old son of Luce Julien Joseph Casabianca, remained at his post on the deck of his fathers burning vessel L Orient, the French flagship. He perished when the fire reached the magazine and the ship exploded.The event was marked by the English poet Felicia Dorothea Hemans (1793-1835). Print, c1913
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This poignant print captures the tragic story of Casabianca, a young boy who stood bravely on the burning deck of his father's ship during the Battle of the Nile in 1798. As all others fled for their lives, Giocante, only twelve years old and son of Luce Julien Joseph Casabianca, remained steadfast at his post on L'Orient, the French flagship. The intensity of this moment is palpable as we witness his unwavering loyalty amidst chaos and destruction. The image serves as a visual testament to Felicia Dorothea Hemans' renowned poem "Casabianca" which immortalized this heroic act. Through her words and now through this print, we are reminded of the immense sacrifice made by one young soul in service to duty and honor. In capturing this historic event from 1913, we are transported back to an era marked by Napoleonic wars and maritime conflicts. The photograph not only highlights the courage displayed by Giocante but also symbolizes the devastating consequences that war can inflict upon innocent lives. As viewers gaze upon this haunting image, they cannot help but feel a sense of admiration mixed with sorrow for Casabianca's fate. It serves as a powerful reminder that even in times of great adversity, there are individuals whose unwavering determination shines through like a beacon amidst darkness.
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