Cornwallis (Ornament)
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Cornwallis (Ornament)
CHARLES, second earl and first marquess CORNWALLIS British military commander, governor-general of India, with a battle scene. Date: 1738-1805
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1738 1805 Cornwallis Governor Marquess Ornament
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This print depicts Charles Cornwallis, the second Earl and first Marquess Cornwallis (1738-1805), a prominent British military commander and Governor-General of India. Cornwallis is renowned for his significant contributions to the British military and colonial history. The intricately designed ornamental border surrounding the image adds an elegant touch to this historical piece. Born on January 2, 1738, in England, Cornwallis rose through the ranks of the British Army, participating in numerous battles and campaigns. He gained fame for his victories during the Seven Years' War, particularly at the Battle of Monongahela in 1755 and the Battle of Quiberon Bay in 1759. In 1786, Cornwallis was appointed Governor-General of India, where he implemented various reforms aimed at improving the British East India Company's administration and military organization. However, his tenure was marked by the disastrous Third Anglo-Mysore War, which ended in a humiliating defeat at the Battle of Seringapatam in 1792. Despite this setback, Cornwallis continued to serve the British military, playing a crucial role in suppressing the Irish Rebellion of 1798. He was later appointed Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in 1801 and played a significant role in the unsuccessful Walcheren Expedition against the Dutch. This print captures a moment in the life of a complex and influential figure in British history. The intricate details of the battle scene in the background serve as a reminder of Cornwallis' military prowess and the impact he had on the world stage during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
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