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Lieutenant-General George Howard (original circa 1770), 1808 (oil on canvas)
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Lieutenant-General George Howard (original circa 1770), 1808 (oil on canvas)
5919852 Lieutenant-General George Howard (original circa 1770), 1808 (oil on canvas) by Northcote, James (1746-1831); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Lieutenant-General (later Field Marshal Sir) George Howard, 1770 circa.
Oil on canvas by James Northcote (1746-1831), 1808, a copy of the portrait by Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792), 1758-1762.
George Howard (1718 circa-1796) is shown here wearing a state coat, which was a heavily-decorated garment in use from about 1750-1770, prior to the standardization of dress for general officers in the late 18th century.
HowardAs military career started with his commission as an ensign in the Twenty-fourth Regiment of Foot in 1725, at the age of about 7, although he did not join his regiment until 1736. As Lieutenant-Colonel, Howard commanded the Third Regiment, or the Buffs, at the Battles of Fontenoy (1745), Falkirk (1746) and Culloden (1746) and, during the War of Austrian Succession (1742-48), at the Battle of Lauffeldt. During the Seven YearsA War (1756-63), he commanded a brigade under Lieutenant-General John Manners, Marquess of Granby (1721-1770). In the later stages of the conflict, Howard was appointed Intendant-General to co-ordinate the whole administration of the Army. It was during this period that he sat for his portrait by Sir Joshua Reynolds. From 1771 to 1775, the painter James Northcote was the pupil and resident assistant of Reynolds.
Colonel of the 7th Dragoons from 1763 and the 1st Dragoon Guards from 1779, Howard also enjoyed a political career as an MP, becoming a Privy Councillor in 1795. He was Governor of Minorca from 1766-1768, the Royal Hospital Chelsea from 1768-1795 and of Jersey from 1795 until his death. In 1793 he was made a Field Marshal but failed to obtain the vacant appointment of Commander-in-Chief of the Army. The memoirist Sir Nathaniel Wraxall wrote of Howard that he was A a man universally esteemed, highly bred and a gallant soldier: butA... he owed his military Elevation and Employment, more perhaps to Royal Favour, than to any distinguished talents of professional servicesA.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
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This print showcases Lieutenant-General George Howard, an esteemed military figure from the late 18th century. Painted by James Northcote in 1808, this oil on canvas is a copy of the original portrait by Sir Joshua Reynolds dating back to 1758-1762. Lieutenant-General George Howard is depicted wearing a state coat, a lavish garment that was popular between 1750 and 1770 before standardized dress for general officers was introduced. His military career began at an incredibly young age when he received his commission as an ensign in the Twenty-fourth Regiment of Foot at just seven years old. Throughout his illustrious journey, Howard commanded various regiments and played significant roles in battles such as Fontenoy, Falkirk, Culloden, and Lauffeldt. Aside from his military achievements, Howard also had a successful political career serving as an MP and becoming a Privy Councillor in 1795. He held important positions including Governor of Minorca, Royal Hospital Chelsea, and Jersey until his passing. Although highly respected for his gallantry on the battlefield and refined upbringing, some critics believed that it was royal favor rather than exceptional talent that propelled him to high-ranking positions. This remarkable print offers viewers a glimpse into the life of Lieutenant-General George Howard – a man who left an indelible mark both on the battlefield and within political circles during one of history's most turbulent periods.
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