The French ship 'Formidable' at the First Battle of Algeciras, 6 July 1801
Inscribed: “Combat D'Algesiras. Le Formidable soutient seul l'attaque de six navires anglaise et après une lutte héroïque, rentre triomphant à Cadix aux acclamations de la population, témoin de ce merveilleux combat.“ (The Battle of Algeciras. The ‘Formidable’ alone contends the attack of six English ships and after a heroic struggle returns triumphantly to the cheers of the population who witnessed this marvellous combat).
The ‘Formidable’ was Admiral Linois’ flagship at Algeciras between 6 and 12 July 1801 (he then transferred to a frigate in time for the Second Battle), and is shown centrally in starboard-quarter view, heavily engaged with the British ships that surround her. Hand-coloured. Signed by artist in plate (including an anchor mark after his name). Plate No.50.
The ‘Formidable’ was Admiral Linois’ flagship at Algeciras between 6 and 12 July 1801 (he then transferred to a frigate in time for the Second Battle), and is shown centrally in starboard-quarter view, heavily engaged with the British ships that surround her. Hand-coloured. Signed by artist in plate (including an anchor mark after his name). Plate No.50.
Object Details
ID: | PAG9014 |
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Type: | |
Display location: | Not on display |
Creator: | Leduc, Charles |
Places: | Unlinked place |
Events: | Napoleonic Wars: Battle of Algeciras, 1801 |
Vessels: | Formidable (1795) |
Date made: | 14 Jul 1801 |
Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London. Caird Fund. |
Measurements: | Sheet: 439 x 585 mm; Mount: 480 mm x 633 mm |
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