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Photographic Print : Men of the Redoubtable try to board HMS Victory at Trafalgar
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Men of the Redoubtable try to board HMS Victory at Trafalgar
Men of the French vessel The Redoubtable try to board the HMS Victory during the Battle of Trafalgar during the Napoleonic War - 21st October 1805. Date: 1805
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1800s 1805 Attack Attacking Boarding Conflict May18 Napoleonic Trafalgar Victory Warfare Close Quarters Hand To Hand Redoubtable
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'Men of the Redoubtable trying to board HMS Victory at Trafalgar.' This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the brave attempts of the French crew from the Redoubtable to board the iconic British flagship during the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. Add this historic print to your home or office to relive the heroic moments of the Napoleonic War. This rights-managed print is not only a beautiful addition to any space but also a testament to the courage and determination of those who fought in this pivotal battle. Order now and let the past come alive in your world.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 27.9cm (6.8" x 11")
Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 27.9cm (8.5" x 11")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In the chaotic aftermath of the Battle of Trafalgar on the morning of October 21, 1805, men from the French vessel The Redoubtable, one of the most formidable ships in the French Navy, attempted to board HMS Victory, Admiral Horatio Nelson's flagship. The Napoleonic War was reaching its climax, and this epic sea battle, fought in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Spain, would prove to be a decisive victory for the British. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in the battle as French sailors, determined to seize control of the HMS Victory, leap onto the British ship's deck, brandishing their weapons and readying for hand-to-hand combat. British marines and sailors, equally resolute, meet them with muskets and cutlasses, creating a scene of close quarters warfare that was all too common during naval engagements of the 1800s. The Redoubtable, a 118-gun ship of the line, was among the largest and most powerful French vessels present at the battle. However, despite its impressive size and armament, it was ultimately outmaneuvered and outfought by the HMS Victory and other British ships. The failure of the French to board the Victory marked the beginning of the end for the French fleet and their hopes of defeating the British in the war. This evocative image, taken from a print in the Mary Evans collection, provides a glimpse into the raw intensity and danger of naval warfare during the Napoleonic era. The determination and courage of the men on both sides, as they engaged in close combat on the open sea, serves as a testament to their unwavering loyalty and dedication to their respective causes.
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