Greetings Card > Europe > Poland > Posters
Greetings Card : Battle of Maciejowice
Cards from Mary Evans Picture Library
Battle of Maciejowice
The Russians and Prussians defeat the leader of the insurrection, Kosciuszko, and his forces at the battle of Maciejowice
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 620603
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10073782
1794 Defeat Forces Insurrection Kosciuszko Poland Prussians Russians Scythe
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection, featuring the iconic "Battle of Maciejowice" image from Mary Evans Picture Library, available exclusively at Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and evocative card design captures the intense moment of the historic clash between the Russian and Prussian forces and the Polish insurgents, led by Tadeusz Kosciuszko. Commemorate important anniversaries or celebrate Polish heritage with this captivating greeting card, perfect for sending a thoughtful message to friends and family. Impeccably printed on high-quality cardstock, this card is sure to make a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Poland
> Related Images
> Europe
> Russia
> Related Images
> Historic
> Battles
> Related Images
> Popular Themes
> Russian Leaders
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Battle of Maciejowice, 10 October 1794: A Defining Moment in Polish History This evocative print depicts the aftermath of the Battle of Maciejowice, a pivotal engagement in the Kościuszko Uprising, Poland's last major attempt to regain its independence from foreign powers before the partitions of Poland in the late 18th century. The battle took place on 10 October 1794, near the village of Maciejowice in central Poland. At the center of the image stands Tadeusz Kościuszko (1746-1817), the Polish-Lithuanian military leader and national hero, surrounded by the remnants of his defeated forces. Kościuszko, who had previously served as a military engineer in the Continental Army during the American Revolution, had led the Polish insurrection against the Russian and Prussian forces occupying the Commonwealth of Poland-Lithuania. Despite initial successes, the Polish forces were ultimately no match for the combined might of the Russian and Prussian armies. In the Battle of Maciejowice, Kościuszko was captured, along with many of his officers and soldiers. The defeat marked the end of the Kościuszko Uprising and the beginning of the third partition of Poland. The image captures the somber mood of the aftermath of the battle. Kościuszko, wearing a simple soldier's uniform and holding a scythe, symbolizing his peasant origins, stands resolute in the face of defeat. The defeated Polish soldiers, many of them wounded, can be seen in the background, while the victorious Russian and Prussian forces are shown in the distance, celebrating their victory. This print is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Polish people in their quest for independence and the enduring legacy of their national hero, Tadeusz Kościuszko.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
