Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, KG
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Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, KG
Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, KG (Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis, 1738-1805), British army officer and colonial administrator.
circa 1790s
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1790s Administrator Colonialism Cornwallis Document Length Lieutenant Marquess
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In this striking portrait, Lieutenant General Earl Cornwallis, KG (1738-1805), a prominent British army officer and colonial administrator, is depicted in the full regalia of his rank and titles. Cornwallis, who was created the 1st Marquess Cornwallis in 1792, served a distinguished military career spanning over four decades, including playing a key role in the Seven Years' War and the American Revolutionary War. The image captures Cornwallis in his late 50s, with a stern yet resolute expression, reflecting the gravity of his responsibilities as a military leader and colonial administrator. His uniform, adorned with the insignia of his rank and orders, including the Star of the Order of the Garter (KG), signifies his high status within the British military and aristocracy. Cornwallis' tenure as a colonial administrator is marked by his efforts to establish British rule in India and his role in the suppression of the Indian Rebellion of 1793. He is perhaps best known in American history for his surrender at Yorktown in 1781, which effectively ended the American Revolutionary War. The portrait is a testament to Cornwallis' military and administrative accomplishments during the colonial era, a period marked by the expansion of the British Empire. The image serves as a reminder of the complex and often contentious history of colonialism and its impact on the world. This portrait, taken circa 1790s, is a valuable historical document, offering a glimpse into the life and legacy of a pivotal figure in British and colonial history. It is a reminder of the complexities and contradictions of the colonial era and the enduring influence of the British Empire on the modern world. The portrait is part of the extensive collection of historical images at Mary Evans Picture Library, a leading provider of high-quality images for academic, educational, and creative use. This image is not to be used for commercial purposes without permission from Mary Evans Picture Library.
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