1904 Print Map Peninsular War Siege Ciudad Rodrigo British French XEDA9

This is an original 1904 black and white relief line-block map of the Siege of Ciudad Rodrigo in 1812 during the Peninsular War in 1812. Allied British and Portuguese forces besieged then captured the city from the Imperial French Army after several weeks of siege and bombardment, which resulted with the opening of two separate breaches in the fortifications, which were promptly stormed. The city fell into Anglo-Porutguese hands on the 20th of January, 1812.

CONDITION

This 107+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.

• Product Type: Relief Line-block Map; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 5 x 7.5 inches; 13 x 19 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Agueda River, Plan, Schematic, Defenses, Artillery

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