William Freke Collection
"William Freke: A Glimpse into History's Greatest Moments" Step into the world of William Freke
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"William Freke: A Glimpse into History's Greatest Moments" Step into the world of William Freke, a man who witnessed and captured some of history's most significant events through his art. From the death of Admiral Lord Nelson in 1805 to the Siege of Mooltan in India in 1849, Freke's brushstrokes immortalize these moments for generations to come. In "Joss-House, Chapoo, Death of Colonel Tomlinson, " we see China in turmoil as Colonel Tomlinson meets his tragic fate during the year 1842. The West Gate of Ching-keang-foo stands tall and proud on July 21st that same year, reminding us of the power struggles that shaped nations. Freke also pays tribute to influential figures like Richard Wellesley, Marquis Wellesley, a British politician and colonial administrator whose impact reverberated throughout history. Major-General Sir Archibald Campbell stands strong in his portrait from around 1830, representing the bravery and dedication of British soldiers. The Battle of Gibraltar comes alive with "The Sortie Made by the Garrison, " showcasing their resilience against adversity on November 27th, 1781. Meanwhile, "The Battle of the Nile" transports us back to Egypt on August 1st, 1798 when victory was achieved against all odds. "The defeat of the Spanish Armada" takes us even further back in time to one fateful year -1588 - when England triumphed over Spain's naval might. Bombardment rages upon St Jean D Acre under Admiral Sir Charles Napier's command on November 3rd, 1840 while Sir Charles Napiers celebrates his victory off Cape St Vincent on July 5th, 1833. Finally, "The Great Harry", Henry VIII’s majestic warship reigns supreme as it sails across our imagination during its era.