Greetings Card : Tadeusz Kosciuszko (1746-1817). Polish military leader. Nati
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Tadeusz Kosciuszko (1746-1817). Polish military leader. Nati
Tadeusz Kosciuszko (1746-1817). Polish military engineer and military leader. National hero in Poland. Portrait. Engraving. 19th century. Colored
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1746 1817 Bonawentura Commonwealth Engineer Hero Kosciuszko Miliary Personage Poland Polish Tadeusz Andrzej
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Brighten someone's day with a piece of history! Our Tadeusz Kosciuszko greeting card, part of the Media Storehouse collection, features an elegant 19th century engraving of the Polish military leader and engineer. Known as a national hero in Poland, Kosciuszko's portrait is brought to life in vibrant colors, making this card a unique and thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts or those with Polish heritage. The engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, adds a touch of classic charm to any occasion.
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 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Tadeusz Kosciuszko (1746-1817): A Polish Military Engineering and National Hero This 19th century engraving portrays Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a renowned Polish military engineer and military leader, who rose to prominence during the late 18th century. Born on February 4, 1746, in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, Kosciuszko's military career began at a young age. He was educated in France and later served in the French military, where he gained extensive experience in engineering and military strategy. Kosciuszko's most significant contributions to Polish history came during the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth's struggle for independence against foreign powers. In 1794, he led the Kosciuszko Uprising, a military campaign aimed at regaining Polish sovereignty. Although the rebellion ultimately failed, Kosciuszko's bravery and determination became a symbol of Polish resistance. Following the uprising, Kosciuszko went into exile in the United States, where he was welcomed as a hero and offered American citizenship. He declined the offer, choosing instead to continue his fight for Polish independence. Kosciuszko passed away on October 15, 1817, leaving behind a legacy as a national hero in Poland. This striking portrait, colored in the 19th century, captures the intensity and determination of this remarkable military leader and engineer. Kosciuszko's story is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Polish people and their unwavering commitment to freedom and independence. Andrzej Bonawentura, the artist behind this engraving, masterfully conveys the essence of this European personage, whose influence extended beyond the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and into the broader European and American historical contexts.
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