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SIMON DE MONTFORT (1160-1218). English statesman and soldier. Earl of Leicester and Count of Toulouse. The death of Simon de Montfort at the siege of Toulouse, France, 1218, during his campaign against the Albigenses. Wood engraving, late 19th century, after Alphonse de Neuville
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SIMON DE MONTFORT (1160-1218). English statesman and soldier. Earl of Leicester and Count of Toulouse. The death of Simon de Montfort at the siege of Toulouse, France, 1218, during his campaign against the Albigenses. Wood engraving, late 19th century, after Alphonse de Neuville
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Alphonse Arrow Artillery Battle Field Bombard Boulder Castle Catapult Chain Mail Crusader Death Earl Fort Graf Helmet Knight Leicester Monk Neuville Noble Man Siege Simon Statesman Toulouse 1218 Albigenses Montfort Troop
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This wood engraving from the late 19th century depicts the dramatic death of Simon de Montfort, an influential English statesman and soldier. Known for his titles as Earl of Leicester and Count of Toulouse, Montfort met his demise during the siege of Toulouse in France in 1218. The image showcases a medieval battlefield scene, with Montfort bravely leading his troops against the Albigenses. The artist, Alphonse de Neuville, skillfully captures the intensity and chaos of this historical event. The exterior setting is dominated by a formidable castle surrounded by boulders and fortified walls. Amidst the turmoil, we see knights clad in chain mail engaged in fierce combat while monks provide spiritual guidance to those fighting on their side. Montfort himself stands out prominently on horseback, donning a helmet as he valiantly fights alongside his men. Arrows fill the sky as artillery bombardments rain down upon both sides. This print serves as a powerful reminder of Montfort's role as a crusader and nobleman who fought tirelessly for what he believed in. With its attention to detail and evocative portrayal of medieval warfare, this wood engraving offers viewers an immersive glimpse into one man's final moments on the battlefield - forever immortalized through art.
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