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Spaniards under Juan de Grijalva land at Yucatan and engage Maya warriors at the Battle
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Spaniards under Juan de Grijalva land at Yucatan and engage Maya warriors at the Battle
PNP344511 Spaniards under Juan de Grijalva land at Yucatan and engage Maya warriors at the Battle of Champoton, May 1518 (litho) by Spanish School; Private Collection; (add.info.: Grijalva (c.1489-1527) was a Spanish conquistador; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 23189876
© Peter Newark American Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Colonisation Colonist Conquest Of Mexico Conquistador Mayan New World
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history as Spaniards under the leadership of Juan de Grijalva make landfall at Yucatan and engage in a fierce battle with Maya warriors. The Battle of Champoton, which took place in May 1518, is depicted here with remarkable detail and intensity. In this lithograph by the Spanish School, we witness the clash between two worlds - one representing European conquest and exploration, while the other symbolizes ancient Mayan civilization. The scene is filled with action and tension as both sides confront each other on the battlefield. Juan de Grijalva, a renowned Spanish conquistador, stands tall among his fellow colonists. His determined expression reflects his unwavering commitment to expanding Spanish influence in the New World. On the opposing side, Maya warriors fiercely defend their homeland against these foreign invaders. The engraving beautifully captures every aspect of this historic encounter - from the intricate details of armor and weaponry to facial expressions that reveal fearlessness or trepidation. It serves as a testament to human resilience and our endless quest for power and dominance. As we gaze upon this image from Peter Newark American Pictures' private collection, we are reminded of the complexities inherent in colonization: conflict, violence, cultural clashes – all woven together into an indelible tapestry that shaped our world today.
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