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Villiers (FREDERIC an English war)

FREDERIC, an English war correspondent and artist, born in London, in 1852. He was educated in France and studied art at the British Museum, the South Kensington schools, and the Royal Academy. His work as a war artist and correspondent began in 1876 in Serbia, and since then he has acted in a similar capacity for various publications in practically every war of any importance. He has also at various times represented publications as an artist and correspondent at important political events, such as the coronations of Czar Alexander III., Nicholas II., etc.

He has also traveled and lectured extensively in many countries. Some of his paintings at various times have been exhibited at the Royal Academy and in other places, and he was the recipient of many war medals and other decorations.

His publications include "Pictures of Many Wars" (1902); "Port Arthur" (1905); "Peaceful Personalities and Warriors Bold" (1907); etc. a