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Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC (litho)
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Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC (litho)
8661021 Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC (litho) by Ruith, Horace van (1839-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: Porus awaits the Attack of Alexander, July 326 BC. When Alexander invaded the Panjab, he was vigorously resisted by a skilful commander known to European history as Porus. He had a powerful army, and was held in great respect by Alexander. But by movements conducted with extraordinary skill, Alexander manoeuvred him into a position between the Hydaspes (Jhelum) and some low hills in which his force became immobile - long lines of elephants and infantry in the centre, chariots and cavalry on each flank. Alexander attacked the flanks with cavalry, throwing the whole force into confusion, and the elephants became unmanageable. The appearance of the Indian force to the Greeks was that of a walled city, with the elephants as the turrets. Illustration for Hutchinson's History of the Nations (Hutchinson, c.1920). Note: Image has been digitally enhanced to facilitate repro.); © Look and Learn
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This lithograph captures the tense moment when Porus, a formidable Indian commander, awaits the attack of Alexander the Great in July 326 BC. The scene is filled with anticipation as Porus and his powerful army face off against the legendary conqueror.
Porus, known for his skillful tactics and respected by Alexander himself, finds himself strategically maneuvered into a difficult position between the Hydaspes River and low hills. His forces are arranged in long lines of elephants and infantry in the center, with chariots and cavalry on each flank.
As Alexander launches his attack on Porus' flanks with swift cavalry movements, chaos ensues. The elephants become unmanageable, throwing the entire Indian force into disarray. To Greek eyes, the Indian army resembles a walled city with elephants serving as towering turrets.
This dramatic moment in history is expertly captured by artist Horace van Ruith in this lithograph from Hutchinson's History of Nations. The tension and excitement of this pivotal battle between two great military leaders is palpable in every detail of this striking image.
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