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The heavily loaded Chinese fleet, commanded by Commodore Nathaniel Dance (1748-1827), forced the French admiral Charles de Durand L( 1761-1848) and his squadron to retreat on February 15, 1804, the Battle of Pulo Aura, in the Strait of Malacca
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The heavily loaded Chinese fleet, commanded by Commodore Nathaniel Dance (1748-1827), forced the French admiral Charles de Durand L( 1761-1848) and his squadron to retreat on February 15, 1804, the Battle of Pulo Aura, in the Strait of Malacca
MMM5483388 The heavily loaded Chinese fleet, commanded by Commodore Nathaniel Dance (1748-1827), forced the French admiral Charles de Durand L( 1761-1848) and his squadron to retreat on February 15, 1804, the Battle of Pulo Aura, in the Strait of Malacca by Buttersworth, Thomas (1768-1842); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: The heavily loaded Chinese fleet, commanded by Commodore Nathaniel Dance (1748-1827), forced the French admiral Charles de Durand L( 1761-1848) and his squadron to retreat on February 15, 1804, at the Battle of Pulo Aura, in the Strait of Malacca. Lithography (37.8x48.2 cm), by Thomas Buttersworth (1768-1842), 1804.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning lithograph captures the intense Battle of Pulo Aura in the Strait of Malacca on February 15, 1804. The heavily loaded Chinese fleet, under the command of Commodore Nathaniel Dance, bravely faced off against the French admiral Charles de Durand and his squadron. In a display of strategic prowess and sheer determination, Dance's fleet forced the French to retreat in defeat.
The artist, Thomas Buttersworth, expertly depicts the chaos and intensity of naval battle in this detailed print. The ships are intricately drawn with billowing sails and cannons at the ready, capturing the tension and drama of this historic confrontation.
As we gaze upon this scene from centuries past, we are reminded of the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought on both sides. The clash between these two powerful naval forces is a testament to human ambition and conflict on the high seas.
This print serves as a reminder of an important moment in maritime history, when nations clashed for control over vital trade routes. It stands as a tribute to all those who have fought for their beliefs and ideals throughout history.
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