Title
Frederick Augustus, Duke of York and Albany
Caption
Frederick Augustus, Duke of York and Albany (1763-1827), commander of English army in the Flanders (1793-1795), leading the allied attack on the French camp on hills near Valenciennes. The town was besieged from 23 May to 28 July 1793, when garrison surrendered to the allies, Austria, Britain and Hanover. In later life he was known as 'The Grand Old Duke of York'.
Engraving.
Date
18th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07111_009553P
License type
Rights managed
Available size
27,3Mb (3,3Mb) / 11,8in x 9,0in / 3543 x 2691 (300dpi)