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5929584 A English Manners and French Prudence or French Dragoons brought to a check by Belvoir leap September 1811A (engraving, coloured) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A English Manners and French Prudence or French Dragoons brought to a check by Belvoir leap or A scene after Nature wear Cindad Rodrigo September 1811A.
Coloured engraving after Thomas Rowlandson, 1811. Published by H Humphrey, 25 November 1811.
This Rowlandson cartoon commemorates the occasion when Brevet- Lieutenant-Colonel Lord Robert Manners of the 10th Dragoons was surprised by a party of French Dragoons whilst reconnoitering the French lines outside Ciudad Rodrigo. Chased to the banks of the River Agueda, Manners spurred on his horse clearing the river and escaping leaving the French on the far bank. Manners is shown nonchalantly addressing the French A Bon jour MessieursA, whilst they exclaim, A Sacrebleu!A, A Mais Comment?A and A Quel Diable d angloisA.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23665490
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
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The captivating print titled "English Manners and French Prudence or French Dragoons brought to a check by Belvoir" transports viewers back to September 1811, during the tumultuous times of war. Created by the talented artist Thomas Rowlandson, this coloured engraving beautifully captures a significant event in history. In this scene after nature near Ciudad Rodrigo, Brevet-Lieutenant-Colonel Lord Robert Manners finds himself unexpectedly confronted by a group of French Dragoons while surveying the enemy lines. With quick thinking and fearless determination, Manners spurs his horse on and leaps over the River Agueda, leaving his pursuers stranded on the opposite bank. Rowlandson's artwork perfectly depicts this thrilling moment. We see Lord Robert Manners calmly addressing the astonished French soldiers with a casual "Bon jour Messieurs" while they react with exclamations of "Sacrebleu!" "Mais Comment?" and "Quel Diable d'anglois". The contrast between English manners and French prudence is evident as Manners effortlessly outwits his adversaries. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a historical testament to bravery in wartime. It showcases Rowlandson's exceptional talent for capturing dynamic scenes filled with emotion and action. Displayed at the National Army Museum in London, it stands as a reminder of Lord Robert Manner's remarkable escape that day in September 1811 when he defied all odds against him. Through its vivid colors and intricate details, this print invites us to reflect upon moments of triumph amidst adversity—a timeless theme that continues to resonate today.
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