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The Battle of the Saints, 12 April 1782, end of the action, 1782 (oil on canvas)
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The Battle of the Saints, 12 April 1782, end of the action, 1782 (oil on canvas)
7337668 The Battle of the Saints, 12 April 1782, end of the action, 1782 (oil on canvas) by Whitcombe, Thomas (1760-1824); 78.7x127 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Thomas Whitcombe
The Saints are a group of small islets in the West Indies between Guadeloupe and Dominica. They gave their name to the final sea battle of the War of American Independence, 1775-1783, which was fought under their lee between the British West Indies fleet commanded by Admiral Sir George Rodney, with 36 ships of the line, and his French counterpart, Vice-Admiral the Comte de Grasse with 30 ships of the line. The painting shows the action at sunset when de Grasse's flagship 'Ville de Paris', 104 guns, surrendered.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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The Battle of the Saints, 12 April 1782, captured in this stunning oil on canvas painting by Thomas Whitcombe, depicts the intense naval confrontation that marked the end of the action during the War of American Independence. Set against a backdrop of a fiery sunset, the British West Indies fleet under Admiral Sir George Rodney clashes with their French counterparts led by Vice-Admiral Comte de Grasse near the small islets known as The Saints.
In this pivotal moment, de Grasse's flagship 'Ville de Paris' surrenders after a fierce battle between the two powerful fleets. The detailed brushstrokes and vibrant colors bring to life the chaos and drama of this historic event that shaped the course of history.
Whitcombe's masterful portrayal captures not only the strategic maneuvers and sheer power of these warships but also conveys the human drama and sacrifice that unfolded on both sides. This painting serves as a timeless reminder of valor, courage, and determination in times of conflict.
Displayed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this artwork stands as a testament to an era marked by epic sea battles and shifting alliances. It immortalizes a crucial moment in naval history when nations clashed for supremacy on turbulent waters.
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