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Surrender of Pondicherry (Puducherry), India, after a siege lasting from 4 September 1760
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Surrender of Pondicherry (Puducherry), India, after a siege lasting from 4 September 1760
Surrender of Pondicherry (Puducherry), India, after a siege lasting from 4 September 1760 to 15 January 1761, part of the Third Carnatic War, which in turn was part of the Seven Years War (both 1756-1763). Date: 1761
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This evocative print captures the moment of surrender in Pondicherry, India, on January 15, 1761, marking the end of a prolonged siege during the Third Carnatic War. The siege, which lasted from September 4, 1760, was part of the larger Seven Years War that spanned from 1756 to 1763. The French garrison, led by Marquis de Bussy-Castel, held out against the British forces under the command of Major-General James Grant. The image portrays a somber scene as the French flag is lowered, signifying the defeat of the French and the transfer of Pondicherry to British rule. The British soldiers, dressed in their red coats and bearing muskets, stand proudly in formation, while the defeated French troops, clad in blue and white uniforms, surrender their arms. The Indian population, who had been caught in the crossfire, can be seen in the background, watching the proceedings with a mix of curiosity and apprehension. The Third Carnatic War was a significant event in the history of colonialism in Asia, with the British expanding their territorial holdings in India at the expense of the French. The siege of Pondicherry was a turning point in the war, and its outcome had far-reaching consequences for the balance of power in the region. This print, by Terry Parker, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the fate of empires was decided on the battlefield. It is a poignant reminder of the complex history of colonialism and the impact it had on the people of India and beyond.
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