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Naval combat : Captain Charles Napier in the brig Recruit
Naval combat : Captain Charles Napier in the brig Recruit in action with several French warships, for which he was promoted Date: 16 April 1809
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Media ID 20951783
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1809 Action Brig Combat Napoleonic Promoted Recruit Victory Wars Warships
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring the thrilling history of naval combat into your home with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Captain Charles Napier in the brig Recruit." This iconic image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the moment when Napier, a British naval hero, engaged in fierce battle with several French warships on April 16, 1809. The high-quality canvas print beautifully reproduces the intricate details of this historic scene, transporting you back in time. Perfect for naval history enthusiasts, this captivating print makes a striking addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and relive the heroic tales of the past.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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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Captain Charles Napier's Triumph: Naval Combat on the High Seas during the Napoleonic Wars This striking image captures the moment of victory for Captain Charles Napier of the British Royal Navy during a fierce engagement with several French warships on the high seas, on the fateful day of April 16, 1809. The scene unfolds on board the brig Recruit, a small but agile vessel under Napier's command, as it boldly confronts the larger enemy fleet. The French warships, with their sails fully hoisted and cannons at the ready, are shown in the background, their intentions clear. Despite the odds being stacked against him, Napier's courage and skillful maneuvering paid off. With quick thinking and expert seamanship, he outmaneuvered the French fleet, inflicting significant damage and forcing them to retreat. Napier's bravery and success on this day earned him the promotion to post-captain in the Royal Navy, a well-deserved recognition of his exceptional leadership and combat prowess. The Napoleonic Wars, which lasted from 1803 to 1815, were a series of major European conflicts that pitted the French Empire against a coalition of European powers, including the United Kingdom. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the intense naval battles that took place during this time, and the heroic figures like Captain Charles Napier who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of history. The date, April 16, 1809, is etched in the annals of naval history as the day when Captain Charles Napier and the brig Recruit achieved a remarkable victory against the odds, leaving a lasting legacy of courage and determination on the high seas.
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