Siege of La Rochelle, 1628

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Siege of La Rochelle, 1628

Cardinal Richelieu at the battlements during the siege of La Rochelle. Date: 1628

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1628 Battlements Cardinal Richelieu Rochelle Siege

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This evocative print captures a pivotal moment during the Siege of La Rochelle in 1628. The image depicts Cardinal Richelieu, a prominent French political and religious figure, standing resolute at the battlements of the besieged city. The Siege of La Rochelle was a significant event in French history, marking the end of the Huguenot rebellion and the consolidation of royal power under King Louis XIII and his chief advisor, Richelieu. The Huguenots, or French Protestants, had long been a source of political unrest in France. La Rochelle, a major Huguenot stronghold, refused to submit to the king's authority and was besieged by the royal army in September 1627. The siege lasted for over a year, with the city holding out against the relentless assaults. In this print, Richelieu, dressed in his cardinal's robes and wearing a helmet, surveys the battlefield with a determined expression. He holds a pair of binoculars to his eyes, scanning the horizon for any signs of enemy activity. The print's caption, "Cardinal Richelieu at the battlements during the siege of La Rochelle. Date: 1628," underscores the historical significance of the scene. The Siege of La Rochelle was a turning point in French history, and this print offers a glimpse into the intense and dramatic events that unfolded during this period. The image of Richelieu at the battlements serves as a reminder of his pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of France and bringing an end to the Huguenot rebellion.

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