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GEORGE III (1738-1820). King og the Great Britain
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GEORGE III (1738-1820). King og the Great Britain
GEORGE III (1738-1820). King og the Great Britain and Ireland (1760-1820). The Light Horse Volunteers of London and Westminster, Commanded by Colonel Charles Herries, Reviewed by George III on Wimbledon Common on 5th July 1798. Engraving of 1798 by Thomas Rowlandson. Engraving
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1. Title: "George III Reviewing the Light Horse Volunteers of London and Westminster on Wimbledon Common, 5th July 1798" 2. Description: This engraving, created by Thomas Rowlandson in 1798, depicts King George III (1738-1820) in a scenic outdoor setting as he reviews the Light Horse Volunteers of London and Westminster. The monarch, dressed in a grand, red military coat and adorned with the insignia of his royal position, stands atop a raised platform, surrounded by a group of officers and soldiers. The Light Horse Volunteers, an elite cavalry unit, are arranged in neat rows below, their horses pristinely groomed and ready for inspection. The scene takes place on Wimbledon Common, with the lush, green landscape stretching out in the background, bathed in the warm, natural light of day. The sun casts a golden glow over the entire panorama, highlighting the intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms and the textures of their horses' coats. The sense of camaraderie and discipline is palpable, as the men and women of the regiment proudly present themselves before their monarch. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the British military during the late 18th century, as well as the enduring loyalty of the people to their king. 3. Keywords: George III, 1738-1820, King of Great Britain and Ireland, 1760-1820, Light Horse Volunteers, London, Westminster, Commanded by Colonel Charles Herries, Reviewed, Wimbledon Common, 5th July 1798, Engraving, Thomas Rowlandson, Horizontal, Colour, Daylight, Exterior, Outside, Daytime, Sunlight, Scene, Panorama, Panoramic, Group, Man, People, Person, Persons, Men, Male, Masculine, Woman, Women, Feminine, Female, Engravings.
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