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The Battle of Waterloo, after the order for the advance of the British Army, 1815, c
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The Battle of Waterloo, after the order for the advance of the British Army, 1815, c
1268514 The Battle of Waterloo, after the order for the advance of the British Army, 1815, c.1815 (w/c on paper) by Sauerweid, Alexander Ivanovich (1783-1844); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1 May 1769 - 14 September 1852), British soldier and statesman, on horseback at the centre.); eNational Army Museum; Russian, out of copyright
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This print captures the historic moment of "The Battle of Waterloo, after the order for the advance of the British Army" in 1815. Painted by Alexander Ivanovich Sauerweid, this watercolor on paper artwork showcases Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, mounted on his horse at the center. As one gazes upon this image, a sense of anticipation and determination fills the air. The duke's commanding presence exudes confidence and leadership as he prepares to lead his troops into battle. Surrounding him are soldiers from the British Army, their faces etched with both apprehension and resolve. The scene depicts a pivotal point in history - a clash between two great powers during the Napoleonic Wars. The cavalry charges forward with unwavering bravery while infantrymen stand ready to engage in fierce combat. Horses gallop across the battlefield as smoke billows from cannons firing in every direction. In this painting, we witness not only a confrontation between armies but also an encounter between man and beast. Amidst all chaos and violence, animals play their part too - farm animals grazing nearby become unwitting spectators to this epic struggle for victory. "The Battle of Waterloo" serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience and sacrifice in times of war. It immortalizes an event that forever altered European history and solidified Wellington's place among military legends. Through Sauerweid's masterful brushwork captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, viewers can transport
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