Frans legertransport naar Maastricht, 1747 1771

"Frans legertransport naar Maastricht, 1747" is an etching created by Antoine Benoist in 1771, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a large convoy of French troops, horses, and wagons transporting artillery and supplies during the War of the Austrian Succession. The scene unfolds in a landscape dominated by an expansive plain, with a distant explosion suggesting the conflict's intensity. This print captures a snapshot of military logistics in the 18th century, providing valuable insight into the movement of troops and the organization of warfare during this period.