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Prince Rupert at Edgehill, 23 October 1642, (c1880)
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Prince Rupert at Edgehill, 23 October 1642, (c1880)
Prince Rupert at Edgehill, 23 October 1642, (c1880). The Battle of Edgehill (or Edge Hill) was the first pitched battle of the First English Civil War, fought on on Sunday, 23 October 1642. Royalist cavalry for Charles I (1600-1649), under Prince Rupert of the Rhine (1619-1682) routed the cavalry of Robert Devereux, 3rd Earl of Essex (1591-1646) vanguard at the Battle of Powick Bridge. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. I, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & New York, c1880]
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This print captures a historic moment in the First English Civil War - Prince Rupert at Edgehill, 23 October 1642. The image showcases the intensity of battle as Royalist cavalry, led by Prince Rupert of the Rhine, clashes with Robert Devereux's vanguard at the Battle of Powick Bridge. With his arm raised and pointing towards the enemy, Prince Rupert exudes confidence and determination on horseback. The monochrome aesthetic adds to the sense of drama and timelessness surrounding this significant event in British history. The print is taken from "British Battles on Land and Sea" by James Grant, published around 1880. It serves as a visual reminder of the bravery displayed by both sides during this fierce conflict. Intriguingly framed against a backdrop of Ratley and Upton in Warwickshire, this image transports us back to a pivotal moment in seventeenth-century Britain. The horses galloping forward symbolize not only power but also the advancement of warfare tactics during that era. As we gaze upon this portrait-like engraving, we are reminded that behind every war lies human stories filled with courage and sacrifice. This print offers us an opportunity to reflect on our shared history while appreciating its artistic value.
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