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Title
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Battle of Alexandria, 21 March 1801
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Rights
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National Galleries Scotland, public domain
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Creator
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Loutherbourg, James de Philip (1740-1812)
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Date
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1801-1802
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Description
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The Battle of Alexandria in (1801) was one of Napoleon's first campaigns and deepened tensions between the Coalition and France. Britain had a large show of force, including Scottish Highlanders 42nd Black Watch and Irish soldiers who took part along side British soldiers. The British forces 40th, 23rd, and 58th regiment of foot crushed French troops in Naval and land combat.
This photo has several Scottish and Irish troops, on the right side rendering aid to Sir Ralph Abercromby who later succumbed to wounds during battle. French and British troops are seen in the background fighting.
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Format
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oil
canvas
Measurements: 106.60 x 152.60 cm; Framed: 120.00 x 165.50 x 5.00 cm
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Publisher
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National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh Scotland
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Contributor
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Timothy Jackson
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Identifier
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National Gallery of Scotland, PG 2680
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Subject
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Napoleonic Wars; Britain; Scotland; Ireland; 1800s;19th Century; Officer; military; uniform
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Source
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Jpeg file, https://www.nationalgalleries.org/art-and-artists/8222
Alexandria