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Battle of Alnwick, Northumberland, 1174, (1864)
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Battle of Alnwick, Northumberland, 1174, (1864)
Battle of Alnwick, Northumberland, 1174, (1864). Victorian depiction of the capture of William I of Scotland, The Lion (1143-1214) by the English. William inherited the Earldom of Northumbria in 1852, but was forced to renounce the title to Henry II of England in 1857. After William became King of Scotland in 1165 he fought to regain Northumbria from the English. In 1174, leading an army in support of a revolt by Henrys wife and sons, William was captured at Alnwick. He was allowed to return to Scotland in return for acknowledging Henry as his feudal superior
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This print showcases a Victorian depiction of the historic Battle of Alnwick, Northumberland in 1174. The scene captures the intense moment when William I of Scotland, known as "The Lion" is captured by the English forces. William had inherited the Earldom of Northumbria in 1852 but was compelled to relinquish his title to Henry II of England in 1857. After ascending to the throne as King of Scotland in 1165, William fervently fought to reclaim Northumbria from English control. In 1174, he led an army supporting a revolt by Henry's wife and sons, only to be apprehended at Alnwick during this fateful battle. In this vivid portrayal, we witness William I on horseback clad in armor and wielding a sword and shield. The image exudes a sense of medieval warfare with its heraldry and coat of arms prominently displayed. It symbolizes not just a clash between nations but also embodies concepts such as courage, honor, and power struggles that defined this era. This wood engraving from the nineteenth century offers us a glimpse into history through intricate details and vibrant colors. It serves as a reminder that conflicts between kingdoms were not merely battles for land but also personal quests for dominance among monarchs. Captured within this single frame are centuries worth of political intrigue and territorial disputes that shaped both Scottish and English history. This print immortalizes an iconic moment where two nations collided on the battlefield with one king acknowledging another as his feudal superior in exchange for his freedom - forever etching their names into historical annals.
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