Postcard : Siege of Copenhagen 1657
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Siege of Copenhagen 1657
The Swedes under Wrangel storm Frederiksodde (Denmark). Date: 3 November 1657
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1657 Copenhagen Denmark Scandinavia Siege Storm Swedes Wrangel
Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The Siege of Copenhagen in 1657: A Turning Point in Scandinavian History This evocative print captures the intensity and chaos of the Siege of Copenhagen in 1657, an event that marked a significant turning point in Scandinavian history. The image depicts the Swedish army under the command of King Carl X Gustav's able general, Lennart Torstensson, and his successor, Magnus de la Gardie, storming Frederiksodde, a strategic fortification on the outskirts of the Danish capital. The Swedes, having laid siege to the city since August, were determined to breach its defenses and claim victory. The date is November 3, 1657, and the weather is far from favorable. The stormy conditions add to the already tense atmosphere, with rain and wind making the assault even more challenging. Yet, the Swedes press on, their determination unwavering. In the foreground, soldiers can be seen wading through the water, their weapons at the ready, while others scale the walls of Frederiksodde. The Danish defenders put up a fierce resistance, but they are outnumbered and outmaneuvered. The successful storming of Frederiksodde marked the beginning of the end for the Danish resistance in Copenhagen. The Swedes went on to capture the city a few days later, dealing a devastating blow to Denmark and paving the way for Swedish dominance in Scandinavia. The Siege of Copenhagen in 1657 was a pivotal moment in the Thirty Years' War, a conflict that raged across Europe from 1618 to 1648. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the soldiers involved, as well as the far-reaching consequences of their actions.
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