Photo Mug : Tunisia / Froissart / 1390
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Tunisia / Froissart / 1390
European knights mount an unsuccessful siege on a city near Tunis, Africa. Defeated, they soon return home
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1390 Cannon Defeated Froissart Knights Mount Return Siege Tunis Tunisia Unsuccessful
Photo Mug (11 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug, a perfect blend of history and functionality. This unique mug features an evocative image from the Mary Evans Picture Library, "Tunisia / Froissart / 1390," depicting European knights engaged in an unsuccessful siege on a city near Tunis, Africa. This captivating image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time as you enjoy your favorite beverage. Each mug is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials and advanced printing technology to ensure vibrant, long-lasting images. Bring history to your daily routine with the Media Storehouse Photo Mug.
A personalized photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8cm high x 9.5cm diameter (3.1" x 3.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the disappointment and despair of European knights as they retreat from their unsuccessful siege on a city near Tunis, Tunisia, in 1390. The scene is described in detail by the renowned medieval chronicler, Jean Froissart, who recounts the brave but ultimately fruitless attempt by the Christian forces to conquer the North African city. The photograph, dating back to the 14th century, depicts the European knights mounting their horses, ready to leave the besieged city behind. The heavy cannon, a symbol of their military might, lies abandoned in the foreground, a reminder of the futile effort to breach the city walls. The city itself, with its towering minarets and bustling markets, remains defiantly unconquered in the background. The knights, dressed in their ornate armor and bearing the standard of their respective countries, gaze towards the horizon with a mixture of resignation and determination. They had traveled great distances to reach Tunisia, driven by the promise of wealth, glory, and the crusade against the infidels. But the harsh realities of war and the resilience of the Tunisian defenders proved to be insurmountable obstacles. Despite their defeat, the knights would soon return home, their tales of valor and heroism etched in the annals of history. The failed siege of Tunis in 1390 serves as a reminder of the complex and often unpredictable nature of medieval warfare, as well as the enduring spirit of the knights who dared to challenge the unknown.
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