Slag bij Darmstadt, 1622 1622 - 1624

This print, made by Frans Hogenberg, depicts the Battle of Darmstadt in 1622. It offers a bird’s eye view of the clash, filled with chaotic scenes of combat and the distant cityscape of Darmstadt. Produced in the Netherlands, the image reflects the period's intense religious and political conflicts, particularly the Thirty Years' War. The detailed depiction of warfare, complete with charging soldiers, billowing flags, and horse-drawn carriages, provides insight into the military tactics and technologies of the time. Consider how the print might glorify conflict, or serve as propaganda during a time when print media was gaining power. Studying such historical prints requires looking into contemporary chronicles, military reports, and political pamphlets, all of which help us understand the social and institutional contexts that shaped the image and its public role in shaping attitudes toward the war.