The Army of Priest Volkmar and Count Emocio attack Merseburg 1877

"The Army of Priest Volkmar and Count Emicio Attack Merseburg" is a dramatic black and white woodcut by Gustave Doré from 1877. The image depicts a chaotic scene of the attack on the city of Merseburg, during the medieval Crusades. It captures the panic and confusion of the battle as soldiers struggle to climb ladders that are collapsing under their weight. Doré is known for his detailed and expressive illustrations of historical events. This image serves as a chilling reminder of the brutality of warfare and the vulnerability of soldiers during siege warfare.