Death of Sir Philip Sydney', c.1815 (engraving)

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Death of Sir Philip Sydney', c.1815 (engraving)

538495 Death of Sir Philip Sydney', c.1815 (engraving); (add.info.: Death of Sir Philip Sydney'. Philip Sidney (1554-1586) English soldier, statesman poet, and patron of poets: Governor of Flushing (1585): Mortally wounded in the thigh at the Battle of Zutphen in which the Dutch and English defeated the Spanish, 22 September 1586. Died at Arnhem 26 days later. Copperplate engraving c1815 showing Sidney being tended on the battlefield.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Media ID 38402356

© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images

1585 1586 Days Defeated Died Flushing Governor Mortally Patron Philip Poets September Sidney Sydney Thigh Wounded Limb Wounds And Injuries Zutphen

EDITORS COMMENTS
The engraving captures the poignant moment of the Death of Sir Philip Sydney, a revered English soldier, statesman, and poet. Mortally wounded in the thigh at the Battle of Zutphen, where the Dutch and English forces triumphed over the Spanish, Sydney's valiant spirit shines through as he is tenderly tended to on the battlefield. His legacy as a patron of poets and literature lives on despite his untimely demise 26 days later in Arnhem. The scene depicted in this copperplate engraving from around 1815 evokes a sense of tragedy and heroism, with Sidney's courage and sacrifice immortalized for generations to come. The intensity of battle is palpable in every detail - from his wounded limb to the defeated Spanish soldiers in the background. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are reminded of Sydney's unwavering dedication to his country and fellow soldiers. His legacy serves as an inspiration for all who view this print, honoring not only his memory but also celebrating his contributions to English literature and poetry. This powerful image encapsulates a pivotal moment in European history while paying tribute to a remarkable individual whose life was cut short on that fateful day in September 1586.

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