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Marshal Beresford engaged with the Polish lancer, at the Battle of Albuera
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Marshal Beresford engaged with the Polish lancer, at the Battle of Albuera
5926018 A Marshal Beresford engaged with the Polish lancer, at the Battle of Albuera, 1811A (print) by Dubourg, Matthew (fl.1813-20); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A Marshal Beresford engaged with the Polish lancer, at the Battle of Albuera, 1811A.
Aquatint drawn by Manskirch, engraved with M Dubourg, published August 1815.
This print depicts an incident from the the Peninsular War (1808-1814) when Beresford was in command of an Anglo-Portuguese army at the Battle of Albuera on 16 May 1811. A man of great strength, at one stage during the battle he was attacked by an enemy lancer. Beresford dodged the lance, grabbed the lancer by his collar, lifted him from his horse and dashed him to the ground.
From A Historic, Military and Naval anecdotes, of personal valour, bravery and particular incidents which occurred to the armies of Great Britain, 1803-15, and her allies, in the last long-contested war terminating with the Battle of WaterlooA, published by Edward Orme, 1819.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23264746
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The captivating print titled "Marshal Beresford engaged with the Polish lancer, at the Battle of Albuera" transports us back to a significant moment in history. The artwork, created by Matthew Dubourg and engraved by Manskirch, captures a dramatic incident from the Peninsular War. In this intense scene, Marshal Beresford, commanding an Anglo-Portuguese army during the Battle of Albuera in 1811, finds himself face-to-face with a Polish lancer. Known for his immense strength and bravery, Beresford fearlessly confronts his opponent head-on. With lightning-fast reflexes and agility, he skillfully evades the lancer's lance before seizing him by his collar. In an impressive display of power and determination, Beresford effortlessly lifts his adversary from his horse and hurls him forcefully to the ground. This remarkable act showcases not only Beresford's physical prowess but also highlights his unwavering commitment to victory on the battlefield. Published in August 1815 as part of A Historic Military and Naval Anecdotes collection by Edward Orme, this print immortalizes one extraordinary moment amidst years of conflict during the long-contested war that culminated in the historic Battle of Waterloo. As we gaze upon this exceptional artwork today at London's National Army Museum courtesy of Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of those who fought valiantly for their nations throughout history. It serves as a testament to human resilience and courage even in times of great adversity.
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