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Captain Francis Grenfell retrieving the guns at Audregnies
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Captain Francis Grenfell retrieving the guns at Audregnies
The Taking of the Guns. Captain Francis Grenfell of the 9th Lancers retrieving the guns of 119th Battery Royal Field Artillery at Audregnies, during the Battle of Mons, 24th August 1914. For this action, Captain Grenfell and Major Alexander of the Royal Artillery were awarded the Victoria Cross. Richard Caton Woodville, Ri (1856-1927)
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1856 24th Action Alexander Artillery Awarded Battery Caton Francis Grenfell Guns Lancers Major Mons Print Regiments Retrieving Taking Topographical Woodville 1927
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The Taking of the Guns: A Moment of Valor in the Battle of Mons This evocative print captures the bravery and determination of Captain Francis Grenfell of the 9th Lancers during the opening days of World War I. The scene depicts the pivotal moment on August 24, 1914, when Grenfell and Major Alexander of the Royal Artillery successfully retrieved the guns of the 119th Battery Royal Field Artillery at Audregnies, Belgium, during the Battle of Mons. The Battle of Mons was the first major engagement of the British Expeditionary Force against the German army. The 119th Battery, part of the Royal Artillery, had been surrounded and their guns captured by the advancing German forces. With the situation critical, Grenfell and Alexander led a daring charge to recover the vital artillery pieces, allowing the British to continue their defense against the enemy. Their heroic actions did not go unnoticed. For their bravery, both men were awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration for valor in the face of the enemy. The print, created by renowned British artist Richard Caton Woodville, RI (1856-1927), immortalizes this moment of valor and serves as a testament to the unwavering spirit of the soldiers who fought in the first great military conflict of the 20th century. The print, titled "The Taking of the Guns," offers a fascinating glimpse into the topographical history of the Battle of Mons and the pivotal role played by these two brave officers. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by the soldiers of the 9th Lancers, the Royal Artillery, and the British Expeditionary Force during the early days of World War I.
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