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General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Artist
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General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Artist
General Blackbeard wounded at the battle of Leadenhall, 1784. Charles James Fox (General Blackbeard) lying on the ground amid his followers. Perdita Robinson is administering smelling salts with her left hand while her right is fondled by the Prince of Wales. The Prince was a supporter of Fox
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Charles Fox Charles James Charles James Fox Comforting George Iv George Iv Of The United Kingdom King George Iv King Of Great Britain Leadenhall Street Mary Robinson Mistress Perdita Prince Of Wales Prince Regent Prinnie Prinny Reviving Robinson Smelling Salts Wound Wounded Boyne
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General Blackbeard Wounded at the Battle of Leadenhall, 1784 - A Captivating Glimpse into 18th Century Politics and Scandal
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. This intriguing print captures a pivotal moment in history - General Blackbeard lying wounded on the ground amidst his loyal followers after the fierce battle of Leadenhall in 1784. The artist, Charles James Fox, himself a prominent politician and supporter of General Blackbeard (also known as Charles Fox), skillfully depicts the chaos and drama of this historic event. In this scene, we witness actress Perdita Robinson administering smelling salts to revive the injured general. As she tends to him with her left hand, her right hand is being fondled by none other than the Prince of Wales himself. This subtle detail reveals not only Robinson's influential connections but also sheds light on the scandalous affairs that often intertwined with politics during this era. The Prince of Wales, later known as King George IV, was an ardent supporter of Fox's political endeavors. His presence here underscores both his admiration for General Blackbeard and his involvement in shaping British politics at that time. Through this thought-provoking etching from Guildhall Library and Art Gallery's collection, we are transported back to a time when entertainment merged with politics on London's bustling streets. It serves as a reminder that even amidst war wounds and political battles, personal relationships played a significant role in shaping history.
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