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Duke of Berwick: A Prominent Figure in Foreign Affairs and Wars of the Reign of Louis XV James Fitzjames, the Duke of Berwick

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XV of France, 1715-1774 (colour litho)

Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XV of France, 1715-1774 (colour litho)
5207748 Foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XV of France, 1715-1774 (colour litho) by Girard, Joseph (fl.1930-50); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Portrait of James Fitzjames, Duke of Berwick (engraving)

Portrait of James Fitzjames, Duke of Berwick (engraving)
819493 Portrait of James Fitzjames, Duke of Berwick (engraving) by Guilleminot, Armand (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Fitzjames, Duke of Berwick)

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Death of the Duke of Berwick (engraving)

Death of the Duke of Berwick (engraving)
654585 Death of the Duke of Berwick (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Duke of Berwick)

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Marshal Berwick receiving from King Philip V of Spain the Order of the Golden Fleece

Marshal Berwick receiving from King Philip V of Spain the Order of the Golden Fleece
Marshal Berwick receiving from the King Philip V of Spain the Order of the Golden Fleece, 1864. Found in the collection of Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Fitz-James, (1670- 1734), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Fitz-James, (1670- 1734), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Fitz-James, (1670- 1734), 1830. James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick (1670- 1734) Anglo-French military leader, illegitimate son of King James II of England by Arabella Churchill

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Duke of Berwick, (1670-1734), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Duke of Berwick, (1670-1734), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Duke of Berwick, (1670-1734), 1830. James FitzJames (1670-1734) Anglo-French military leader, illegitimate son of King James II of England, a successful general in the pay of Louis XIV of France

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: Meeting of William III. and the Duke of Berwick, c1694, (c1880)

Meeting of William III. and the Duke of Berwick, c1694, (c1880). A frosty interview took place between William III (1650-1702) prince of orange from birth and James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: The death of the Duke of Berwick at the siege of Philippsburg, Germany, 1734 (19th century)

The death of the Duke of Berwick at the siege of Philippsburg, Germany, 1734 (19th century)
The death of the Duke of Berwick (1670-1734) at the siege of Philippsburg, Germany, 1734 (19th century). James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick

Background imageDuke Of Berwick Collection: The death of the Duke of Berwick during the Siege of Philippsburg, 12 June 1734

The death of the Duke of Berwick during the Siege of Philippsburg, 12 June 1734. James FitzJames, 1st Duke of Berwick, 1st Duke of Liria and Jerica, 1st Duke of Fitz-James, 1670 - 1734


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Duke of Berwick: A Prominent Figure in Foreign Affairs and Wars of the Reign of Louis XV James Fitzjames, the Duke of Berwick, was a pivotal figure in European politics and military history during the reign of Louis XV of France, from 1715 to 1774. Born as an illegitimate son of King James II of England in 1670, Berwick's life was marked by his military prowess and diplomatic skills. This engraving showcases the Duke of Berwick's portrait, displaying his regal demeanor and military attire. Berwick's connection to France began when he was appointed Marshal of France in 1718, and he later received the prestigious Order of the Golden Fleece from King Philip V of Spain in 1720. The Duke of Berwick's military career was not without its challenges. He played a significant role in the War of the Spanish Succession, and his meeting with William III in 1694 is depicted in this illustration. However, his ultimate fate was sealed during the Siege of Philippsburg in 1734, where he lost his life while leading the French forces. This lithograph commemorates the Duke of Berwick's life and legacy, highlighting his contributions to foreign affairs and wars during the reign of Louis XV.