Spaanse oorlogsheld Miguel Salamero verdedigt Zaragoza 1808 - 1814

"Spaanse oorlogsheld Miguel Salamero verdedigt Zaragoza" is an 1808 - 1814 etching by Spanish artist Juan Galvez. It depicts a dramatic moment from the Spanish War of Independence where Miguel Salamero, a Spanish war hero, is seen firing a musket to defend Zaragoza from the French invaders. The work is a historical and patriotic print showcasing a key event in Spanish history and Galvez's skill in capturing the energy and drama of the moment through line and shading. The print would have served to inspire Spanish patriots during the war and to commemorate the bravery of Salamero.