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Celebration in the Champs-de-Mar, Paris, July 14, 1799 of the first anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The French national holiday of Bastille Day, July 14, continues to this day
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Celebration in the Champs-de-Mar, Paris, July 14, 1799 of the first anniversary of the storming of the Bastille. The French national holiday of Bastille Day, July 14, continues to this day
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© Ken Welsh / Design Pics
18th Century Celebration France French Revolution Paris Anniversary Bastille Day National Holiday
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This print captures the essence of a momentous celebration that took place in the Champs-de-Mar, Paris on July 14, 1799. The image commemorates the first anniversary of the historic storming of the Bastille, an event that marked a turning point in French history and ultimately led to the French Revolution. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a jubilant crowd gathered together to honor their newfound freedom and unity as a nation. The atmosphere is electric with excitement and joy as people from all walks of life come together to celebrate this significant milestone. The image serves as a powerful reminder of France's enduring national holiday - Bastille Day - which continues to be celebrated every year on July 14th. This day holds great historical significance for the French people, symbolizing their resilience and determination towards liberty and equality. Preserved within this archival photograph are traces of an era long gone by - an 18th-century Parisian landscape filled with hope and aspirations for a better future. It invites us to reflect upon our shared past while also acknowledging how far we have come since then. As we gaze at this remarkable piece from Welsh Ken's collection, it transports us back in time, allowing us to immerse ourselves in one of history's most pivotal moments. It serves as both a testament to human progress and a poignant reminder never to take our hard-fought freedoms for granted.
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