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General Officers sword used by Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, 1809 circa (metal)
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General Officers sword used by Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, 1809 circa (metal)
5920624 General Officers sword used by Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, 1809 circa (metal) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Officers sword used by Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore, 1809 circa.
John Moore was commissioned into the 51st Regiment in 1776 and saw service in the American War of Independence (1775-83) before returning home to spend six years as a Whig MP. After serving in Corsica and the West Indies, Moore was promoted to major-general and posted to Ireland, where he helped suppress the 1798 rebellion.
After commanding a brigade during the Dutch Expedition of 1799, during which he was wounded, service in Egypt followed, including the Battle of Alexandria on 21 March 1801 where his division bore the brunt of the French attack. Moore subsequently organised the defences of the English south coast against possible French invasion and it was on his initiative that the Martello Towers were constructed and a militia raised.
It was during this period that Moore established a training camp at Shorncliffe in Kent where light infantry tactics were taught to selected units including the 43rd, 52nd and 95th Rifles, the regiments that afterwards formed the famous Light Division. Moore also made sure his troops were well housed and fed properly, earning himself a reputation as a comparatively humane commander. The barracks there are now named after him. In 1804 Moore was knighted and promoted to lieutenant-general.
In September 1808, following the removal of General Sir Harry Burrard for his signing of the Convention of Cintra, Moore was given command of the British Army in Portugal. He advanced deep into Spain, planning to co-operate with Spanish forces against the French, but the surrender of Madrid and the arrival of Napoleon with an army of 200, 000 soldiers forced him to retreat from Salamanca. A fine leader, Moore was able to maintain the morale of his soldiers who were weakened by hunger and cold.
Moore withdrew northwards to the port of Corunna. There he fought a skillful rearguard battle on 16 January 1809 that kept the French from attacking his embarking army. Moore was mortally wounded by cannon shot during the engagement, but lived long enough to learn that he had been victorious. He was buried in the ramparts of the town and his French counterpart, Marshal Soult, was so impressed by Moore that he ordered a monument erected to his fallen foe as a sign of respect.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases the General Officers sword used by Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore in 1809. The exquisite craftsmanship of this metal weapon is evident, reflecting the skill and artistry of its creators from the British School in the 19th century. Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore's military career was marked by numerous accomplishments and acts of valor. Having served in the American War of Independence, he later played a crucial role in suppressing the rebellion in Ireland during 1798. Moore's leadership abilities were further demonstrated during his command in Egypt, where his division bravely faced a French attack at the Battle of Alexandria. Moore's legacy extends beyond his military achievements. He established a training camp at Shorncliffe, Kent, where he introduced innovative light infantry tactics to selected units that would form the renowned Light Division. Known for prioritizing his troops' well-being, Moore ensured they were properly housed and fed. In September 1808, Moore assumed command of the British Army in Portugal with plans to support Spanish forces against Napoleon's army. Despite facing immense challenges such as hunger and cold weather, he managed to maintain morale among his soldiers during their retreat from Salamanca. The photograph captures an important moment in history – Moore's rearguard battle at Corunna on January 16th, 1809. Although mortally wounded by cannon fire during this engagement, he lived long enough to learn about his victory over Marshal Soult's forces. As a mark of respect for their fallen foe, Marshal Soult ordered a monument erected for Sir John Moore. This remarkable print serves as both a tribute to Lieutenant-General Sir John Moore and an embodiment of Britain's rich military heritage preserved within London’s National Army Museum.
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