LEJEUNE, Louis-Fran篩s, baron (1775-1848). Battle
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LEJEUNE, Louis-Fran篩s, baron (1775-1848). Battle
LEJEUNE, Louis-Fran篩 s, baron (1775-1848). Battle of Chiclana (March 5, 1811). ca. 1812. Episode of the Peninsular War. Oil on canvas. FRANCE. Versailles. Historical Museum of Versailles
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This oil on canvas painting depicts Baron Louis-François Lejeune (1775-1848) in the midst of the Battle of Chiclana, an episode of the Peninsular War that took place on March 5, 1811. The scene is set outdoors under the bright, warm sunlight, with the baron leading his troops with determination and courage. The vibrant colors of the painting bring the historical moment to life, transporting us back in time. The Battle of Chiclana was a significant engagement during the Peninsular War, a series of military campaigns fought between 1808 and 1814 against Napoleon's French forces and the allied armies of Spain, Portugal, and the United Kingdom. The painting, created around 1812, captures the intensity and chaos of the battlefield, with soldiers clashing swords, horses rearing, and smoke rising from the gunpowder explosions. Baron Lejeune, a French general, played a crucial role in the battle, leading the French forces to a decisive victory against the Spanish and Portuguese armies. This painting is a testament to his leadership and the bravery of the French soldiers during this pivotal moment in European history. The painting is now part of the Historical Museum of Versailles' esteemed collection, a fitting home for this important piece of art that preserves the legacy of the Peninsular War and the valor of its participants.
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