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The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent, 1545, 1778 (engraving)
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The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent, 1545, 1778 (engraving)
BAL362926 The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent, 1545, 1778 (engraving) (later colouration) by Basire, James (1730-1802) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Encampment of the English Forces near Portsmouth; The naval Battle of the Solent took place on 18 and 19 July 1545 fought between the fleets of Francis I of France and Henry VIII of England, in the Solent channel off the south coast of England between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight; The attacking fleet was repelled saving Portsmouth and England from French invasion; last moments of the Mary Rose; English warship; vice-flagship; sinking off Southsea Castle; with loss of most of the crew of 185 soldiers; 200 seamen and 30 gunners; ); British, out of copyright
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This engraving, titled "The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of the Solent, 1545" transports us back to a pivotal moment in history. Created by James Basire in 1778 and later colorized, this print captures the chaos and tragedy that unfolded on that fateful day. In this scene, we witness the last moments of the mighty English warship, Mary Rose. As part of an attacking fleet led by Francis I of France against Henry VIII's England, she finds herself engulfed in a fierce battle off Southsea Castle. The ship is depicted sinking into the depths with her crew onboard - 185 soldiers, 200 seamen, and 30 gunners - facing an uncertain fate. The image provides a birds-eye view of the naval encampment near Portsmouth as well as other ships engaged in combat. Fortifications dotting the coast serve as reminders of England's determination to repel French invasion. The detail captured within this artwork allows us to marvel at Tudor-era vessels armed with cannons ready for action. "The sinking of the Mary Rose during the Battle of Solent" serves as a poignant reminder not only of one ship's tragic end but also highlights England's resilience and victory over their adversaries. This historical masterpiece offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on past conflicts while appreciating both artistic skill and storytelling prowess.
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