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BATTLE OF MAIDA (Portugal) The bayonet charge by the British expeditionary force routs
BATTLE OF MAIDA (Portugal) The bayonet charge by the British expeditionary force routs the French Date: 4 July 1806
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1806 Bayonet Campaign Charge Expeditionary Maida Napoleonic Portugal Routs Wars
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The Battle of Maida, fought on July 4, 1806, was a pivotal moment in the Peninsular War, a significant campaign of the Napoleonic Wars. This historic print depicts the decisive moment of the battle, as the British expeditionary force under the command of Sir John Moore charges the French army with fixed bayonets. The scene unfolds on the sun-scorched plains of Portugal, where the British, outnumbered and outflanked, were determined to hold their ground against the advancing French forces under the command of Marshal Massena. The British soldiers, their faces etched with determination and resolve, advance in disciplined ranks, their bayonets glinting in the sunlight. The French, taken aback by the sudden assault, are shown in disarray, their lines wavering and their morale crumbling. The Battle of Maida is considered a textbook example of the effectiveness of the bayonet charge in breaking the enemy lines. The British soldiers, driven by their fierce determination and the knowledge that their lives and the fate of Portugal hung in the balance, charged with such ferocity that the French were unable to withstand their assault. The result was a decisive victory for the British, who were able to repel the French advance and secure the strategic town of Maida. This print is a testament to the bravery and tenacity of the British soldiers who fought in the Peninsular War, and serves as a reminder of the pivotal role that this campaign played in the eventual defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Battle of Maida is a moment in history that continues to inspire and captivate, and this print offers a unique and fascinating glimpse into the past.
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