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In 1799, General Sir Ralph Abercromby (1734–1801) led a joint Russo-British expedition to the North of Holland to restore the country to the Prince of Orange. The force sailed on 13 August with the fleet commanded by Vice-Admiral Mitchell. They anchored off the island of Texel, the troops disembarking on 27 August. However, in the confused landing a number of boats capsized, drowning both soldiers and seamen. This unfortunate incident is indicated by the sick-looking drummer on the ground in the left foreground and the injured figure in the centre. Abercromby's force advanced immediately against a Dutch republican army commanded by General Daendels. After 12 hours of fighting, the enemy retreated. On 30 August Admiral Mitchell confronted the Dutch fleet in the Texel.
Title
Landing of British Troops, under General Sir Ralph Abercromby, on the Island of Texel, Holland, 27 August 1799
Date
c.1799
Medium
oil on canvas
Measurements
H 50 x W 74.5 cm
Accession number
NAM. 1963-07-46
Acquisition method
purchased from the Parker Gallery, 1963
Work type
Painting
National Army Museum
Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, Greater London SW3 4HT England
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