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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)
5923445 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 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 within its connection to a pivotal moment in history. It symbolizes Lieutenant General Earl Wellington's remarkable victory over Marshal Marmont and his French army on July 22nd, 1812. This triumph not only demonstrated Wellington's strategic brilliance but also shattered French confidence for the remainder of the war. During this battle, Wellington commanded a combined force consisting of British, Spanish, and Portuguese soldiers. Despite suffering around 5,200 casualties themselves, they managed to inflict approximately 14,000 casualties upon Marmont's larger army. In addition to losing their pennant at Salamanca, the French 62nd Regiment also lost their Imperial Eagle - a significant blow to their morale and pride. The capture of this prestigious emblem was executed by Lieutenant Pearce from the esteemed 44th East Essex Regiment. As we gaze upon this historic artifact through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are reminded not only of its aesthetic beauty but also its profound historical context. It serves as a testament to bravery and resilience while commemorating an extraordinary chapter in military history that forever altered Europe's landscape during Napoleon Bonaparte's reign.
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