Vluchten van de Landzaten te Texel, januari 1795 1794 - 1795

"Vluchten van de Landzaten te Texel, januari 1795" by Dirk Langendijk, depicts the dramatic escape of the Texel islanders from the French invasion in 1795. The scene portrays the islanders fleeing across a frozen harbor, their belongings bundled onto sleds and carts. A ship lies beached in the foreground, highlighting the perilous conditions. The work is a captivating illustration of a historical event, capturing the urgency and desperation of the moment. It is a powerful reminder of the fragility of peace and the resilience of those caught in the midst of conflict.