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War memorials on the battlefield at Waterloo, Belgium, mid 19th century. Creator: Vanderhecht
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War memorials on the battlefield at Waterloo, Belgium, mid 19th century. Creator: Vanderhecht
War memorials on the battlefield at Waterloo, Belgium, mid 19th century. Monuments on the site of the Battle of Waterloo, fought on 8 June 1815 between Napoleons forces and a coaltion of the British under the Duke of Wellington, and a Prussian army under Field Marshal Blucher. The Hanoverian Monument (left), was erected in memory of the Kings German Legion, a British military unit raised in 1803 on the order of King George III. The Lions Mound, (centre), marks the place where William II of the Netherlands was knocked from his horse by a musket ball to the shoulder. The Gordon Monument, (right), was erected in memory of Lieutenant-Colonel Sir Alexander Gordon (1786-1815), Aide de Camp to the Duke of Wellington, who was mortally wounded at the very end of the battle
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This print captures the solemn beauty of the war memorials on the historic battlefield at Waterloo, Belgium. Taken in the mid-19th century by Vanderhecht, an acclaimed creator of architectural prints, this image showcases three significant monuments that pay tribute to those who fought and lost their lives during the Battle of Waterloo. On the left stands the Hanoverian Monument, a poignant reminder of the Kings German Legion, a British military unit established by King George III in 1803. In the center looms the majestic Lions Mound, marking the spot where William II of Netherlands was struck down from his horse by a musket ball during this fateful battle. Finally, on our right is The Gordon Monument erected in memory of Lieutenant-Colonel Sir Alexander Gordon, Aide de Camp to Duke Wellington. Tragically wounded towards the end of this historic conflict. The composition and colorization bring out every intricate detail and texture present in these remarkable structures against a picturesque landscape backdrop. This print not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also as a testament to history's enduring legacy. As we gaze upon this photograph today, it transports us back to that monumental day on June 8th, 1815 when Napoleon's forces clashed with British and Prussian armies under Field Marshal Blucher's command. It reminds us to honor those who sacrificed everything for their nations' freedom while serving as both an educational tool and tourist attraction for visitors exploring Waterloo's rich historical heritage.
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