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Attack on the Fresnillo silver mine in Mexico
An attack on the Fresnillo silver mine in mexico by the troops of General Miramon. Several men on horseback lead tied up men towards the centre of the square as other soldiers bring silver bars out from a building. Date: 1860
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Attack Horseback Mexican Mexico Mine Tied Miramon
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Mexico with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Attack on the Fresnillo Silver Mine in Mexico," depicts a pivotal moment in the country's past. Witness the intensity of the scene as General Miramon's troops lead captives towards the mine's center, while other soldiers bring out gleaming silver bars. This evocative print, sourced from the extensive collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, adds depth and character to any space. Bring history to life with our premium Fine Art Prints, expertly reproduced for stunning detail and vibrant colors.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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This striking image captures the chaos and tension of the Attack on the Fresnillo Silver Mine in Mexico during the year 1860. In the center of the square, several men, with their hands bound, are being led away by troops on horseback under the command of General Miramon. The scene is one of brutal suppression as the military forces take control of the mine and its valuable silver reserves. The background of the photograph reveals the imposing structures of the mine buildings, which have been breached, with soldiers emerging from the openings, carrying silver bars. The attack on Fresnillo was a significant event during the Second French Intervention in Mexico, a period of political instability and foreign intervention that lasted from 1861 to 1867. The French forces, led by Napoleon III, sought to reinstall the Mexican Emperor Maximilian I, who was sympathetic to the French interests. The Mexican resistance, led by various generals, including Miramon, fought to defend their country's sovereignty. The attack on Fresnillo was a strategic move by the Mexican forces to deny the French the access to the rich silver reserves, which were crucial for funding their military campaigns. The photograph provides a glimpse into the brutal realities of the conflict, with the men being led away likely to face imprisonment or worse. The silver bars being taken from the mine symbolize the stakes of the war and the intense struggle for control over Mexico's natural resources.
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