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Christian Julius de Meza, Major-General, and Commander-in-Chief of the Danish Artillery, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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Christian Julius de Meza, Major-General, and Commander-in-Chief of the Danish Artillery, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Christian Julius de Meza, Major-General, and Commander-in-Chief of the Danish Artillery, 1850. Portrait of Danish military leader Christian de Meza. His favourite horse, which had borne him through all the previous engagements, having received several wounds, he dismounted, and under the melancholy impression that he had lost the faithful animal for ever, he commenced writing a report to the Commander-in-Chief. When, therefore, this being concluded, the horse was brought back to him refreshed and strengthened, he was so overcome by emotion that he threw his arms round the neck of the animal, and gave it an affectionate kiss...Notwithstanding his chivalrous bravery, General de Meza has escaped unhurt from every engagement in which he has taken part; but at the battle of Idstedt, the favourite charger, mentioned above, was shot under him... From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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In this striking portrait, Christian Julius de Meza, Major-General and Commander-in-Chief of the Danish Artillery, is depicted in military regalia, exuding confidence and authority. De Meza, a renowned Danish military leader, had earned his reputation through numerous engagements, making this image a testament to his distinguished military career. The anecdote accompanying this photograph tells a poignant story of de Meza's unwavering bond with his horse. During a battle, de Meza's trusted steed was gravely wounded, leaving the general under the impression that he had lost his faithful companion forever. Overwhelmed by emotion, de Meza began writing a report to the Commander-in-Chief. However, to his great relief, the horse was brought back to him, restored and revitalized. The sight of his recovered mount left de Meza so moved that he threw his arms around the animal's neck and gave it a heartfelt kiss. Despite his chivalrous bravery, de Meza had managed to emerge unscathed from every engagement he had participated in. However, it was during the Battle of Idstedt that his favorite charger was shot from under him. This incident underscores the deep connection between de Meza and his horse, a bond that transcended the battlefield and added another layer to the legend of this esteemed Danish military leader.
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