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Maria Pita - Spanish heroine. Memorial of Maria Pita
Maria Pita (Maria Mayor Fernandez de Camara y Pita) (1565-1643). Spanish heroine. King Philip II awarded her the rank of ensign for the defense of Corunna in 1589 against the attack of the English Armada commanded by Francis Drake. Memorial of Maria Pita asking the king for compensation for her services during the siege, 1596. From General Archive of Simancas. Maria Pita House Museum. Corunna, Galicia, Spain
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1589 1596 Armada Camara Claim Claiming Compensation Coruna Corunna Defense Document Fernandez Galicia Galician Heroine Letter Manuscript Maria Mayor Philip Pita Reclaiming Reign Request Reward Services Siege Reclaim
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Maria Pita Poster Prints from Media Storehouse. This iconic image, captured by Prisma Archivo Fotografico from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the brave Spanish heroine, Maria Pita (1565-1643). Known for her courage during the defense of Corunna against the English attack in 1589, Maria Pita was awarded the rank of ensign by King Philip II. Add this inspiring piece to your home or office as a reminder of the resilience and strength of the human spirit. Order your Maria Pita Poster Print today and let the story of this remarkable woman continue to inspire generations to come.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Maria Pita, a Galician woman of great courage and resilience, is immortalized in this historical image as she petitions King Philip II for compensation for her heroic actions during the defense of Corunna against the English Armada in 1589. The English, led by Francis Drake, laid siege to the city for over a month, but Maria Pita and the city's defenders held strong. In recognition of her bravery, King Philip II awarded Maria Pita the rank of ensign. However, after the siege, she felt that her services had not been adequately rewarded. In this memorial, she humbly requests the king to reconsider her claim for compensation. The photograph, taken from the Maria Pita House Museum in Corunna, Spain, depicts a manuscript or document detailing Maria Pita's petition. The image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to the 16th century and the tumultuous reign of King Philip II. The document, now preserved in the General Archive of Simancas, provides a testament to Maria Pita's unwavering spirit and her determination to be recognized for her contributions to the defense of her city. Maria Pita's story is a reminder of the indomitable spirit of the Galician people and their unyielding commitment to their land. Her legacy continues to inspire generations, and her memory lives on in the annals of Spanish history.
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