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Pennant of the French 62nd Regiment of the Line, 1812 (fabric)
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Pennant of the French 62nd Regiment of the Line, 1812 (fabric)
5923444 Pennant of the French 62nd Regiment of the Line, 1812 (fabric) by French School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pennant of the French 62nd Regiment of the Line captured at Salamanca, 1812.
Lieutenant General the Earl of Wellington, commanding a combined British, Spanish and Portuguese force, defeated Marshal MarmontAs French army at Salamanca on 22 July 1812. The victory was one of WellingtonAs finest and proved that he was more than just a good defensive general after he had quickly seized on an opportunity to attack MarmontAs divisions when they became too extended after marching across his front.
The battle shook French confidence to such a degree that they never really regained the initiative during the remainder of the war. Wellingtons army of 48, 600 suffered 5, 200 casualties, but inflicted around 14, 000 casualties on Marmonts 50, 000-strong army. As well as the pennant, the 62nd lost their Imperial Eagle at Salamanca. It was captured by Lieutenant Pearce of 2nd Battalion, The 44th East Essex Regiment.); eNational Army Museum; French, out of copyright
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This print showcases the historic Pennant of the French 62nd Regiment of the Line, captured at Salamanca in 1812. The fabric pennant, created by the French School in the 19th century, is now housed at the National Army Museum in London. The significance of this pennant lies in its connection to a pivotal moment in military history. During the Battle of Salamanca on July 22,1812, Lieutenant General the Earl of Wellington led a combined British, Spanish, and Portuguese force against Marshal Marmont's French army. This battle marked one of Wellington's greatest victories and shattered French confidence for the remainder of the war. Wellington's strategic brilliance was evident as he seized an opportunity to attack Marmont's extended divisions after they marched across his front. Despite suffering around 5,200 casualties themselves, Wellington's forces inflicted approximately 14,000 casualties on Marmont's army. In addition to losing their Imperial Eagle during this battle, which was captured by Lieutenant Pearce of The 44th East Essex Regiment, it is clear that even cherished symbols like this pennant were not spared from defeat. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded not only of its artistic beauty but also its historical significance as a testament to bravery and triumph amidst tumultuous times on European soil.
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