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Artillery: Aries or wooden battering ram and catapult used by Lord Heathfield at the siege of Gibraltar. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst
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Artillery: Aries or wooden battering ram and catapult used by Lord Heathfield at the siege of Gibraltar. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst
FLO4594063 Artillery: Aries or wooden battering ram and catapult used by Lord Heathfield at the siege of Gibraltar. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820.; (add.info.: Artillery: Aries or wooden battering ram and catapult used by Lord Heathfield at the siege of Gibraltar. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820.); © Florilegius
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This stunning copperplate engraving captures the powerful artillery used by Lord Heathfield during the siege of Gibraltar in 1820. The intricate details of the wooden battering ram and catapult are brought to life by Wilson Lowry's skilled hand, showcasing the advanced weaponry of that time.
The Aries or battering ram was a formidable weapon used to breach enemy fortifications, while the catapult was essential for launching projectiles over long distances with precision. These tools were crucial in defending against attacks and maintaining control over strategic locations like Gibraltar.
Lord Heathfield's use of such sophisticated artillery highlights his tactical prowess and determination to protect his stronghold at all costs. This print serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and resourcefulness required in warfare, as well as the bravery displayed by those who fought on both sides.
As we admire this historical artwork, we are transported back to a time when battles were fought with sheer strength and cunning strategy. The legacy of Lord Heathfield lives on through this depiction of his innovative military tactics, forever immortalized in this engraving from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia.
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