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One of 25 maps from a leather case presented to Gen Richard
One of 25 maps from a leather case presented to Gen Richard Vyse who commanded the King?s Dragoon Guards and the Cavalry Brigades at the Battle of Beaumont, 1793-1795; associated with the Wars of the French Revolution, Netherlands (1793-1795) 1793. Date: 1795
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1793 1795 Beaumont Brigades Case Cavalry Commanded Dragoon Guards Leather Maps Netherlands Presented Revolution Wars
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This image showcases one of the 25 maps meticulously housed within a leather case, a historical relic presented to General Richard Vyse in 1795. Vyse, a distinguished military figure, had the honor of commanding the King's Dragoon Guards and the Cavalry Brigades during the pivotal Battle of Beaumont, which took place between 1793 and 1795. These critical years marked the height of the French Revolution and the subsequent wars in the Netherlands. The maps, each carefully preserved within the supple leather case, served as invaluable tools for Vyse and his troops. They provided essential strategic information, enabling the British forces to navigate the complex terrain and outmaneuver their adversaries. The intricate details etched onto the parchment reveal the meticulous planning and preparation that went into each military campaign. The Battle of Beaumont was a decisive engagement in the War of the First Coalition, a multinational alliance formed to counter the expanding influence of the French Revolution. The battle took place near the town of Beaumont-en-Argonne in northeastern France and resulted in a significant victory for the Allied forces, halting the French advance into the Austrian Netherlands. This artifact offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the military strategies and tactics employed during a pivotal moment in European history. The leather-bound maps serve as a testament to the importance of intelligence gathering and strategic planning in the conduct of war, and the enduring legacy of General Richard Vyse and the King's Dragoon Guards in the annals of military history.
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