Evacuation of Malta, British Cartoon Print, James Gillray
Summary
Addington squats over cocked hat into which he evacuates papers including "Egypt," "Guadeloupe," and last, "Malta," Napoleon holds him by the cravat and threatens him.
Forms part of : British Cartoon Prints Collection (Library of Congress).
Napoleon Bonaparte was a French military and political leader who rose to prominence during the French Revolution and led several successful campaigns during the French Revolutionary Wars. Born: August 15, 1769, Ajaccio, France. Died: May 5, 1821, in exile on the island of Saint Helena. He became the first emperor of France. His drive for military expansion changed the world.
Tags
Date
01/01/1803
Contributors
Gillray, James, 1756-1815, artist
Location
Tal-Papa, 35.81778, 14.52278
Source
Library of Congress
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