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The Battle of Vittoria, 1813 (engraving, coloured)
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The Battle of Vittoria, 1813 (engraving, coloured)
5920621 The Battle of Vittoria, 1813 (engraving, coloured) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The Battle of Vittoria, 1813.
Coloured etched caricature by and after George Cruikshank.
Published by Thomas Tegg, London, 7 July 1813.
The victory of General Sir Arthur Wellesley, Marquess of Wellington, at Vittoria on 21 June 1813 brought about the final downfall of French rule in Spain. Joseph Bonaparte narrowly escaped capture and can be seen fleeing to France at the top right of the picture. Nearly all the French ArmyAs baggage and artillery fell into British hands. The victory would have been even more conclusive had not many British soldiers abandoned the pursuit to indulge in an orgy of looting.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22567996
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
Artillery Baggage Capture Looting Supply
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The Battle of Vittoria, 1813
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is a captivating and historically significant engraving by George Cruikshank. This coloured etched caricature captures the momentous victory of General Sir Arthur Wellesley, Marquess of Wellington, at Vittoria on 21 June 1813. The battle marked the final downfall of French rule in Spain and brought about a turning point in the Napoleonic Wars. In this intricate artwork, we see Joseph Bonaparte narrowly escaping capture as he flees to France at the top right corner of the picture. Meanwhile, British soldiers are depicted seizing control over nearly all aspects of war - from capturing enemy artillery and baggage to securing vital supplies. However, amidst their triumphs, an unfortunate truth emerges: many British soldiers abandoned pursuit to indulge in looting. Cruikshank's attention to detail allows us to witness both the glory and flaws within this historic event. The artist skillfully portrays not only the bravery and strategic brilliance that led to victory but also highlights human weaknesses such as greed and crime during times of war. This print serves as a powerful reminder that even in moments of triumph, there can be shades of imperfection. It invites viewers to reflect upon the complexities inherent in warfare while appreciating Cruikshank's artistic talent for capturing historical events with depth and nuance.
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