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Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges

Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges


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Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges

Napoleon crosses the St Bernard pass into Italy : his cannon are carried on sledges, dragged across the snow Date: 1796

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Napoleon Bonaparte's Grand Campaign: Crossing the St. Bernard Pass into Italy (1796) This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the Italian Campaign of 1796, as the legendary French military leader, Napoleon Bonaparte, leads his troops across the treacherous St. Bernard Pass in the Alps. With the Swiss Alps as a backdrop, the print depicts Napoleon and his men, bundled against the cold, making their way through the snow, their determined expressions a testament to their unwavering resolve. The passage through the St. Bernard Pass was a crucial part of Napoleon's strategy to expand the French Republic's influence into Italy. The campaign, which began in April 1796, saw the French army successfully invade the Austrian Netherlands and defeat the Austrian forces in a series of decisive battles. The passage through the St. Bernard Pass, however, presented a significant challenge. The steep, winding mountain trail was impassable for horses and artillery, forcing the troops to carry their cannon on sledges and drag them across the snow. The arduous journey took several days, with the troops enduring freezing temperatures, harsh terrain, and the constant threat of avalanches. Despite the challenges, Napoleon's troops persevered, and the successful crossing of the St. Bernard Pass marked a turning point in the campaign. The French army went on to capture Milan and Genoa, securing a significant victory for the French Republic and cementing Napoleon's reputation as a military genius. This print is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and determination of Napoleon's troops during the Italian Campaign of 1796, and the pivotal role the St. Bernard Pass played in the expansion of the French Republic's influence in Europe.

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