Sea Adventure: Cochrane and the "Gamo" (colour litho)

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Sea Adventure: Cochrane and the "Gamo" (colour litho)

8668752 Sea Adventure: Cochrane and the "Gamo" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cochrane and the "Gamo." Such a wonderful reputation did Thomas, Lord Cochrane, possess with the crew of the crazy little brig, Speedy, that they got almost mutinous when he cleverly evaded a vastly superior enemy in December 1800. So when, in the following May, he met the powerful Spanish frigate Gamo he tackled her though the odds were six to one. Leaving only the doctor and a boy, he boarded with his tiny crew and would certainly have been overpowered had he not ordered a party to enter the ship over the bows with blackened faces and diabolical yells. The Spaniards took them for devils, hesitated for a moment, and were lost. Illustration for one of a set of 50 cigarette cards on the subject of Sea Adventure, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939.); © Look and Learn

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This vibrant colour lithograph captures the daring sea adventure of Thomas, Lord Cochrane and the Spanish frigate Gamo in the early 19th century. Despite facing overwhelming odds of six to one, Cochrane fearlessly boarded the enemy ship with only a small crew, leaving behind just a doctor and a boy on his own vessel. In a stroke of genius, he ordered some of his men to enter the Gamo with blackened faces and diabolical yells, causing confusion among the Spaniards who mistook them for devils. This clever tactic ultimately led to their victory against all odds. The illustration is part of a set of cigarette cards depicting various sea adventures from history, issued by Hignett Brothers in 1939. The detailed artwork brings this thrilling moment to life, showcasing Cochrane's bravery and strategic thinking in the face of danger. It serves as a reminder of the courage and determination displayed by sailors during times of conflict at sea. This print is not just a visual representation but also an homage to the historical significance of naval warfare and individual heroism that shaped maritime history. It captures a pivotal moment where ingenuity triumphed over adversity on the high seas.

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