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Quatre Bras / Hamilton
Wellington defeats Ney at QUATRE BRAS, foiling Napoleons plan to prevent the joining of the British and Prussian armies
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1815 Armies Bras Days Defeats Hamilton Hundred Joining Napoleonic Napoleons Plan Prevent Prussian Quatre Wars Wellington
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a perfect blend of history and functionality. Featuring an evocative image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, this mug showcases the iconic scene of "Quatre Bras / Hamilton," where the Duke of Wellington defeated Marshal Ney, thwarting Napoleon's plan to prevent the union of the British and Prussian armies. Each mug in our range is meticulously printed with high-quality images, ensuring vibrant and long-lasting designs. Sip your favorite beverage while reliving historical moments or simply adding a touch of personality to your daily routine. The sturdy and durable design guarantees a comfortable grip, making it an essential addition to any home or office. Embrace the past, one sip at a time.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
Quatre Bras: Wellington Foils Napoleon's Plan to Prevent the Joining of the British and Prussian Armies, June 16, 1815 This historic print depicts the pivotal Battle of Quatre Bras, fought on June 16, 1815, during the Napoleonic Wars. The battle took place in present-day Belgium, just days before the famous Battle of Waterloo. In this engagement, the Duke of Wellington's British and allied forces, primarily Belgian and Dutch troops, clashed with Marshal Jean-Baptiste Ney's French army. Napoleon Bonaparte, the French Emperor, had planned to prevent the joining of the British and Prussian armies by defeating Wellington at Quatre Bras. If successful, this would have left the Prussian army, led by Field Marshal Blücher, free to engage the French in the north, while Wellington's forces faced the brunt of the French assault in the south. However, Wellington's skillful maneuvering and Ney's miscalculations led to a hard-fought but ultimately inconclusive battle. The print, titled "Quatre Bras: The Battle Fought June 16, 1815," captures the intensity and chaos of the battlefield. In the foreground, British soldiers engage the French in hand-to-hand combat, while in the background, the smoke from gunfire rises above the trees. The Duke of Wellington, dressed in his distinctive red uniform, stands atop a hill, surveying the battlefield and issuing orders to his commanders. Despite the indecisive outcome at Quatre Bras, Wellington's forces managed to hold their ground and prevent a decisive French victory. This bought valuable time for the Prussian army to join the British, ultimately leading to Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo just a few days later. The Battle of Quatre Bras remains an important chapter in the history of the Napoleonic Wars and a testament to the strategic brilliance of the Duke of Wellington.
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