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Agnes Reston (1771-1856), known as The Heroine of Matagorda
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Agnes Reston (1771-1856), known as The Heroine of Matagorda
Agnes Reston (1771-1856), known as The Heroine of Matagorda, wife of Sergeant Reston of the 94th Regiment of Foot. In 1810, during an early phase of the Siege of Cadiz by the French, she worked as a nurse, tearing up the familys linen to make bandages for the wounded men in the fort, and drawing water from the well while under enemy fire. Date: 1810
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Agnes Reston (1771-1856), affectionately known as 'The Heroine of Matagorda,' is depicted in this evocative image from the early 1810s. Agnes, wife of Sergeant Reston of the 94th Regiment of Foot, bravely served as a nurse during the Siege of Cadiz by the French in 1810. Amidst the chaos and danger, she selflessly tore up her family's linen to make bandages for the wounded soldiers in the fort, providing much-needed care and comfort to those in need. Simultaneously, she drew water from the well, risking her life under enemy fire. With a bucket in one hand and a rope in the other, Agnes' courage and determination were unwavering, even in the face of great peril. Her heroic actions during this pivotal moment in history have since been celebrated, immortalizing Agnes Reston as a symbol of bravery and resilience. This poignant photograph is a testament to the indomitable spirit of women during times of war and the sacrifices they make to support their loved ones and their communities.
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