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Wellington and Blucher meet after Battle of Waterloo
Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852) and Prussian Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher, Furst von Wahlstatt (1742-1819) meet at La Belle Alliance Farm after Battle of Waterloo (June 18th 1815). Date: 1815
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1815 Alliance Allied Allies Arthur Belle Blucher Furst Gebhard Greet Greeting Hands Horseback Marshal Meet Meeting Napoleonic Prussia Prussian Shake Victorious Wars Waterloo Wellesley Wellington Leberecht Wahlstatt
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Wellington and Blucher Meet After the Battle of Waterloo." This exquisite design, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the historic moment between two great military leaders - Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, and Prussian Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher. This elegant greeting card showcases the iconic image of these victorious commanders, who famously met on the battlefield following the decisive victory at Waterloo in 1815. The rich details of the artwork bring history to life, making this card an exceptional choice for history enthusiasts, military collectors, or anyone looking for a thoughtful and unique greeting. Inside, the card features a blank space for your personal message, allowing you to add a heartfelt note to your recipient. The envelope is also included, ensuring that your greeting arrives in style and ready to be treasured. Add this stunning "Wellington and Blucher Meet After the Battle of Waterloo" greeting card to your collection and share a piece of history with your loved ones. Order yours today and let the story of these legendary military figures inspire your next message.
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.
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This evocative image captures the historic moment when two great military minds of the Napoleonic Wars, Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, and Prussian Field Marshal Gebhard Leberecht von Blucher, Furst von Wahlstatt, met at La Belle Alliance Farm on June 18, 1815, following the decisive Battle of Waterloo. The victorious allies, Wellington on his horse Copenhagen and Blucher on his steed Meteor, extend a hand in greeting, symbolizing the unity and collaboration that had led to the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Battle of Waterloo, fought on June 18, 1815, marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars and the rise of the British Empire as a major world power. Wellington, a British soldier and statesman, had led the Allied forces to a hard-fought victory against the French army, while Blucher, a Prussian military leader, had arrived with fresh troops just in time to turn the tide of the battle. This meeting between the two commanders, which took place near the small farmhouse that gave its name to the battlefield, was a significant moment in military history. It underscored the importance of the Anglo-Prussian alliance and the role it played in shaping Europe's political landscape for decades to come. The image, captured in the aftermath of the battle, offers a glimpse into the camaraderie and mutual respect that existed between these two great military leaders, as they basked in the glow of their shared victory and looked to the future.
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