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Battle of Flodden Field J970040
Filename: J970040.jpg
Size: 4892 x 3572 (19.5MB)
Date: 10th June 2011
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
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Battle of Flodden Field J970040
ETAL CASTLE, Northumberland. Reconstruction drawing of the Battle of Flodden, 1513 by Ivan Lapper
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Media ID 5115857
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Armour Battle Field Battlefield Graphic Illustration Military Soldier Tudor Weapon
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative reconstruction drawing by Ivan Lapper brings to life the chaos and brutality of the Battle of Flodden Field, which took place on September 9, 1513, near Etal Castle in Northumberland, England. The Tudor-era conflict between England and Scotland resulted in one of the largest and bloodiest battles in British history, with estimates of up to 30,000 fatalities. In the foreground of Lapper's illustration, soldiers clash with an array of weapons, from longbows and crossbows to swords, polearms, and pikes. The clash of armor-clad figures creates a sense of raw energy and determination, as each side fights for dominance on the battlefield. The graphic depiction of the melee highlights the brutal realities of medieval warfare, with soldiers locked in hand-to-hand combat, their faces contorted in expressions of pain, anger, and fear. The background of the drawing shows the strategic landscape of the battlefield, with Etal Castle looming in the distance. The rugged terrain, dotted with trees and scattered with boulders, would have provided both advantages and challenges for the combatants. The weather, too, played a significant role in the battle's outcome, with heavy rain making the ground slippery and hindering the movement of troops. This powerful illustration invites us to reflect on the sacrifices and hardships endured by the soldiers who fought in the Battle of Flodden Field. It serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring impact of historical conflicts on the lives of individuals and communities.
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