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Evacuation of Malta
Evacuation of Malta. Addington squats over cocked hat into which he evacuates papers including Egypt, Guadeloupe, and last, Malta, Napoleon holds him by the cravat and threatens him. Date 1803 Feb. 9th. Evacuation of Malta. Addington squats over cocked hat into which he evacuates papers including Egypt, Guadeloupe, and last, Malta, Napoleon holds him by the cravat and threatens him. Date 1803 Feb. 9th
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This powerful and iconic print depicts the moment of the Evacuation of Malta on February 9, 1803. The image shows British Prime Minister, Henry Addington, in a desperate attempt to save the valuable papers of the British colonies, including Egypt, Guadeloupe, and Malta, as he frantically stuffs them into a cocked hat. Napoleon Bonaparte, with a menacing expression, looms over Addington, holding him by the cravat, threatening to seize the documents and add them to his growing empire. The Evacuation of Malta was a significant event during the Napoleonic Wars, as the British, under the command of Admiral Sir Alexander Ball, successfully evacuated their troops and civilians from the island before it fell to the French. The event was widely covered in the press and in political cartoons, with this image being one of the most famous and enduring. The print serves as a reminder of the intense political and military tensions of the time and the high stakes involved in the struggle for colonial power. The print is a testament to the skill of the British printmakers of the period, who were able to capture the drama and emotion of the scene in intricate detail. The use of strong contrasts and bold lines adds to the sense of urgency and tension, making this a captivating and historically significant piece of art.
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