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The Batle of Rocroi
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The Batle of Rocroi
The Battle of Rocroi, 19th May 1643. Sauveur Le Conte (1659-94). Oil on Canvas. Central section depicting the fight between the troops led by the Governor of Flanders, Francisco de Melo and the French army. Date: 1643
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1643 Fight Flanders Francisco Governor Horse Back Melo Rocroi
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The Battle of Rocroi, painted by Sauveur Le Conte in 1659, depicts one of the most significant engagements in the Thirty Years' War. The battle took place on May 19, 1643, in the province of Ardennes, France, between the Spanish Army, led by the Governor of Flanders, Francisco de Melo, and the French forces under the command of Marshal Turenne and Conde. The central section of the painting focuses on the intense and chaotic fight between the two commanders' troops. Melo, depicted on horseback, is seen leading his men with determination and courage, while the French forces charge towards them with equal ferocity. The clash of swords, the thunder of hooves, and the cacophony of war cries fill the air as the two sides engage in hand-to-hand combat. The Battle of Rocroi marked a turning point in the war, with the French forces emerging victorious. The defeat of the Spanish Army, which was considered one of the best in Europe at the time, boosted the morale of the French troops and paved the way for their eventual victory in the war. Le Conte's painting is a testament to the bravery and tenacity of the soldiers involved in the battle. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms, the horses' muscles, and the expressions on their faces bring the scene to life, transporting us back to the battlefield of Rocroi in 1643.
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