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Francois I (1494-1547) King of France from 1515. Francois at the Battle of Pavia
Filename: 917_05_012651.jpg
Size: 3631 x 4840 (12.1MB)
Date: 27th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
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Francois I (1494-1547) King of France from 1515. Francois at the Battle of Pavia
Francois I (1494-1547) King of France from 1515. Francois at the Battle of Pavia, 24 February 1525, where he was captured by the Spanish troops and imprisoned by Charles V
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1515 16th Century Battle Captured Charles February Francis Francois Imprisoned Italian King Pavia Royalty Sixteenth Century Spain Spanish Troops Wars 1525
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history featuring Francois I, the illustrious King of France from 1515. The image takes us back to the Battle of Pavia on February 24th, 1525, where fate dealt a cruel blow to Francois as he found himself captured by Spanish troops and subsequently imprisoned by Charles V. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness the intensity and determination etched on Francois' face as he leads his troops into battle. Clad in regal armor adorned with the fleur-de-lis emblem, symbolizing French royalty, he stands tall amidst the chaos of war. His unwavering spirit shines through even in the face of imminent danger. The significance of this event cannot be overstated; it marked a turning point not only for Francois but also for European politics at large. This clash between two powerful nations - France and Spain - would have far-reaching consequences that reverberated throughout the sixteenth century. Francois' capture and subsequent imprisonment became an enduring symbol of both his personal resilience and political struggles during his reign. Despite this setback, he would later negotiate his release and continue to leave an indelible mark on French history. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph print from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us reflect upon the complexities of power dynamics, wars fought for supremacy, and how one man's destiny can shape an entire nation's future.
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