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The chief military commanders of the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648 (1903)
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The chief military commanders of the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648 (1903)
The chief military commanders of the Thirty Years War, 1618-1648 (1903). Albrecht von Wallenstein; Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly; Gustavus Adolphus, King of Sweden; Bernhard of Saxe-Weimar. A print from The Worlds History, A Survey of Mans Record, by Dr HF Helmolt, Volume II, William Heinemann, London, 1903
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Albrecht Von Albrecht Von Wallenstein Commander Count Count Tilly Duke Of Duke Of Friedland Duke Of Mecklenburg Field Marshal Friedland Gustav Ii Adolf Gustavus Adolphus Holy Roman Empire Jean Jean Conte De Tilly Johann Johann Tserclaes King Gustavus Adolphus King Of Sweden Mecklenburg Protestant Protestantism Religious Conflict Thirty Years War Tilly Tserclaes Wallenstein Print Collector4 Roman Catholicism Saxe Weimar
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This print takes us back to the tumultuous period of the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), showcasing the chief military commanders who played pivotal roles in this historic conflict. The image, originally published in 1903 as part of Dr. HF Helmolt's book "The World's History" offers a glimpse into the faces that shaped Europe during this time. In the foreground stands Albrecht von Wallenstein, a renowned field marshal and commander from Austria. His stern expression reflects his reputation as a formidable leader on the battlefield. Next to him is Jean Conte de Tilly, an influential Catholic general from Germany known for his unwavering loyalty to Emperor Ferdinand II. On the other side of the composition, we see King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden, whose strategic brilliance and military reforms transformed him into one of history's most revered monarchs. Lastly, Bernhard of Saxe-Weimar completes this group portrait with his dignified presence as a Protestant prince fighting against Catholic forces. This photograph not only captures these iconic figures but also symbolizes the religious conflicts that defined this era. With its monochrome aesthetic and powerful depiction of key players in European history, it serves as a reminder of how religion and power intersected during those turbulent times. As we gaze upon their stoic faces frozen in time, we are reminded of their impact on shaping nations and leaving behind legacies that continue to resonate today.
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