Napoleon working the gun at Toulon

In this small, precise satire, Napoleon (center) reaches out to light a cannon fuse. His target, the city of Toulon, is visable at the left of the image and is indicated by church spires and the fortified wall. Cannon balls fly through the air, hitting their intended targets. Several wounded French soldiers are scattered around the scene, while under the tricolor Napoleon attempts to wage war single-handedly. A general (r.) stands behind Napoleon and helps himself to a pinch of snuff while surveying the battle. etching and mezzotint In this small, precise satire, Napoleon (center) reaches out to light a cannon fuse. His target, the city of Toulon, is visable at the left of the image and is indicated by church spires and the fortified wall. Cannon balls fly through the air, hitting their intended targets. Several wounded French soldiers are scattered around the scene, while under the tricolor Napoleon attempts to wage war single-handedly. A general (r.) stands behind Napoleon and helps himself to a pinch of snuff while surveying the battle. etching and mezzotint Published by Thomas Tegg, 1814-11-17. British Museum, BM 12457. George notes, 'The capture of Toulon was largely due to Napoleon as second in command of the artillery under General du Teil.' Caption: London, Published by Thomas Tegg, No 111, Cheapside, Nov. 17, 1814