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The War in Japan: the Red Battery opening fire on the corvettes, Sept. 6, 1864. Creator: Smyth
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The War in Japan: the Red Battery opening fire on the corvettes, Sept. 6, 1864. Creator: Smyth
The War in Japan: the Red Battery opening fire on the corvettes, Sept. 6, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. C. Wirgman, ...our Special Artist and Correspondent who was present on board one of the ships in the allied squadron during the attack upon the batteries of the Daimio Prince of Nagato, in the Strait of Simonosaki...The Coquette and the Tancrede continued until dark to maintain a conflict with the Red Battery (otherwise called "Battery No. 7 ")...this battery...at daybreak next morning opened fire upon the corvette squadron...Preparations were then made for landing. At nine o'clock precisely a force of about 1900 men, including the marines, engineers, and sailors, were put ashore...the enemy had taken shelter in a neighbouring wood, from which they fired upon our men...the signal of truce was hoisted all over the fleet, and it was understood that the Prince of Nagato had made his peace with the Allies...a Minister of Nagato...came off to the Admirals to demand the cessation of hostilities and draw up the bases of a convention, the principal arrangements of which are the following: The opening of the Strait of Simonosaki to the vessels of all nations; the batteries neither to be armed nor repaired'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history during The War in Japan on September 6, 1864. The Red Battery is seen opening fire on the corvettes, showcasing the intense conflict that took place in the Strait of Simonosaki. Engraved from a sketch by Mr. C. Wirgman, who was present as a Special Artist and Correspondent aboard one of the ships in the allied squadron during the attack on the batteries of the Daimio Prince of Nagato.
The Coquette and Tancrede valiantly continued to engage with Battery No. 7 until darkness fell, only for the battery to resume its assault at daybreak on the corvette squadron. This led to preparations for landing a force of approximately 1900 men ashore, facing enemy resistance from a nearby wood.
Ultimately, peace negotiations were initiated by Minister of Nagato after hostilities ceased and terms were agreed upon between both sides for opening up access through the strait to vessels from all nations.
This historical image serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made and diplomatic resolutions reached during times of war, shedding light on significant events that shaped international relations in Japan during this period.
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